Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses: A Modern Guide to Stitch-and-Wear Vintage Patterns You Can Make in a Day (Gertie's Sewing)

When i saw the dresses that were being made using this book i just had to get it! This is my second By Gertie book (my first was Gertie's Ultimate Dress Book). I have to admit some of the reviews on here were a bit concerning but I'm glad i bought it anyway! This book is super informative, I love the pictures that go along with the instructions and Gertie clearly mentions in the book to make sure to make a muslin/practice dress before cutting into your expensive fabric! I've been sewing for about a year and this book is still really helpful to me! My favorite thing I learned reading Gertie's books is inserting a lapped zipper. I was nervous at first but after finally deciding to try it out it came out beautifully, I wish I would've tried it sooner! I am super happy with my purchase and it arrived one day after i ordered!

Love Gertie’s pattern instructions. She provides instruction on everything you need to develop your pattern and tailoring skills. I bought the entire series.

Absolutely love this book! Great tips, cute illustrations and lovely patterns. Something to note, Gertie drafts for a generous C cup which is perfect for me. Minimal FBAs. If you love vintage styling but wish the patterns were more simple, this book is a great medium for you. If you haven't seen a Gertie book before she does this great thing where she shows the base pattern then offers variations to change the look. Very helpful.

Updated: Gertie got back to me minutes after I wrote this (while it was still under Amazon review, so it wasn’t because of this; she must have just been behind on her messages). The link just looks like it doesn’t have the patterns. You have to click on the one page after the maps and before the measurement chart. That will open the full file with all the patterns. And now we know Gertie does respond, too! :) Original review: The kindle version does NOT include the pattern pieces, just the pattern maps. The book is beautiful, but useless without the patterns. I tried contacting Gertie through Facebook, but didn’t get a response. I am now working with Amazon to try to return the kindle version, but that’s under consideration because they usually only do digital returns within 14 days (and let’s be honest, how many people buy a dress making book and actually sit down to try make one that quickly after buying the book?!?). Amazon did say they will reach out to the publisher, so there is some hope it may get fixed in the future. But as of January 2020, do NOT buy the kindle version!

This is an inclusive book with instructions and tips for the accompanying patterns from Gertie about sewing her vintage dress patterns. It’s just a wonderful book and an excellent addition to one’s library! Book arrived in perfect condition. Item just as described. Thank you!

I like the dresses but wish the patterns were projector files and not paper.

I haven't used it yet but everything I've made from her has been great

Great sewing reference, excellent price for getting 5 printed patterns. Gertie never disappoints. I’m most upset about the shipping quality, Amazon sent this in a thin box, no padding, the book is damaged throughout, scratches/dents, puncture hole on the spine, crushed corners so bad that I thought it was used, the patterns are intact but just barely. Too much of a hassle to return and wait for a replacement since I’m at a US location overseas and it takes 10 days at least to get Amazon. Request shipping as a gift to hopefully get better packaging or your book will arrive damaged.

Fantastisch boek. Uitgebreid en praktisch.

Gertie does it again. This book is aimed at beginners or people who want dresses that are quick and easy to make. The book is a beautifully illustrated, easy to follow, inspiring and just a joy to use. It is cleverly broken up into sections that help one learn the basics of sewing and vintage sewing techniques. The patterns included lead you to fantasise about all the different lovely dresses you can make. Hopefully, you will.

Rápido e em estado impecável. Moldes e conteúdo do livro excelente.

Ótimo livro, com instruções claras.

This book is great for beginners and advanced. Based on dresses you make make in a day with vintage style. And the best part is the patterns are included in a pack at the back of book.