by Virginia | Jan 8, 2018 | home improvement, organizing, Uncategorized
Frankly, I am not great at organization but I do have some tips for you people who struggle with this aspect of sewing. Having even moderate organization skills makes sewing more enjoyable and that is what Gingercake is all about! Making sewing more fun for everyone...
by Virginia | Nov 14, 2017 | decorating, Holiday, patterns, tutorial
I am so excited about my newest sewing pattern, Seraphina Swan! Swans are a favorite of mine and to bring this idea to life has been a really fun sewing journey. The original pattern version has wings made from cotton or felt stacked together. I love that version...
by Virginia | Nov 2, 2017 | Handmade Business, patterns, Sewing To Sell, Uncategorized
Thanks for all the interest and comments on my Booth tips last week. I decided to follow up with some talk about pricing! A much debated topic but I hope I can help you by sharing my thoughts and ideas. The first thing to understand about pricing handmade items to...
by Virginia | Oct 24, 2017 | give away, sewing
Hi all! I am so pleased and honored to be part of Caroline’s new book, Crafty Little Things to Sew. YAY! Caroline is amazing- from her beautifully curated blog, Sew Can She, to her fabulous classes on Craftsy (I have tried both and love them!) to her adorable...
by Virginia | Sep 28, 2017 | craft show, Handmade Arcade, Sewing To Sell, Uncategorized
Last week I participated in a pop up craft show in downtown Pittsburgh. Although the show was not well attended and I felt silly for not having researched it properly (the location and glamour of who was running it fooled me!) I did create a nice, simple table...
