by Virginia | Mar 27, 2020 | patterns, sewing, tutorial
Sew a Fabric Face Mask Hi there! Calling all sewers! We can help our healthcare workers by sewing these simple fabric face masks. These masks are used OVER the existing HEPA masks to make them last longer. Please check the description on the Youtube video for...
by Virginia | Mar 21, 2020 | fabric, Gingercakesews, sewing, tutorial
FIVE Scrappy Projects to create at HOME Since we are all at home (staying safe and healthy I hope!), I wanted to think of some simple projects to create using the materials and tools we already have. If you have read my blog for awhile you know I want to sew things...
by Virginia | Dec 18, 2019 | sewing, Sewing To Sell, tutorial, tween
Sometime you just want to carry something small and cute and stylish, right? A little purse like this one is the perfect accessory to brighten any outfit! For makers, it is easy to make, has little fabric waste, and can be enlarged, simplified, and trimmed to your...
by Virginia | Nov 18, 2019 | gift, patterns, sewing, tutorial, Uncategorized
I am trying hard to be more mindful at home and using less STUFF. It’s a challenge but not nearly as hard as I thought it would be. In fact, I enjoy exploring new ways to change things up and it feels great to set a better example for my kids. It also appeals to...
by Virginia | Nov 6, 2019 | fabric, Gingercakesews, patterns, sewing, sewing for boys, Travel, tutorial, Uncategorized
I have to admit this duffle bag sewing pattern is one of my very favorites. Why? Because every time I go on vacation, I bring out my duffel and pack it up! DUFFLE BAG = VACATION! Do you have a pretty bag made from your favorite fabrics available to pack for your...
by Virginia | Sep 24, 2019 | fabric, give away, patterns, sewing, tutorial
When I made my video about 8 ways to Make Sewing more Fun, I received so many comments about the pattern weights that I decided to share instructions to make pattern weights! I also wanted to try some other versions to make it more fun and so that I could learn...
