by Virginia | Feb 12, 2021 | fabric, gift, Gingercakesews, sewing
At some point in your sewing life, I’m sure you have tried to sew a hot pad/ pot holder. Something that looks so simple can be a frustrating project! Either you make it too thin and burn your hand or you try to make it too thick and it end up looking lumpy!...
by Virginia | Jan 25, 2021 | color inspiration, fabric, Gingercakesews, sewing, tutorial
Awhile ago I created some yellow scrap fabric yardage and showed you all my method over on THIS youtube video. At the time I wasn’t sure what to do with that piece. Maybe another pillow? Make it larger to make a baby quilt? I finally decided on a new set of...
by Virginia | Dec 6, 2020 | decorating, fabric, Gingercakesews, Holiday, sewing, tutorial
Ornaments! I admit I have MANY- probably way too many! Of course, not all are handmade but quite a few are made by yours truly treasures. And you all know me- nothing complicated here! I just made a video over on my youtube channel to make 4 cute fabric ornaments....
by Virginia | Oct 3, 2020 | fabric, pillows, sewing, tutorial, Uncategorized
This log cabin block pillow has been on my mind for a long time. I love the idea of modern twists on traditional blocks. Also, I needed new ideas for my leftover fabric! I have made several others- like this and this. It’s important to remember our rich...
by Virginia | Jul 29, 2020 | fabric, Gingercakesews, patterns, sewing
I keep trying to sew new things but then I end up just sewing more masks! I am thinking so much about my kids going back to school and wearing a mask all day. Can I find the perfect one for them? Will this style be more comfortable? Even though I am not in charge...
by Virginia | Apr 6, 2020 | color inspiration, fabric, Holiday, patterns, Pretty Birds Book, sewing, tutorial
APRIL! I love spring so much. Do you have friends or neighbors who have some spring peeps? They are so so cute! I personally prefer visiting and not having to take care of them myself! Even better is sewing an adorable set with your yellow fabric scraps. This is...
