by Virginia | Jul 6, 2020 | craft show, Gingercakesews, Handmade Business
Are you dreaming of starting your own sewing business? Not sure how? There are so many great reasons to start sewing for sales. For me the best parts of starting my business has been working at home on my own schedule. But there are also some things you should know...
by Virginia | Mar 21, 2020 | fabric, Gingercakesews, sewing, tutorial
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 and teach sewing projects that use easy...
by Virginia | Mar 13, 2020 | Gingercakesews, Handmade Business, organizing, sewing
Tools are a hot topic with all of us who love sewing! It’s true that I am someone who prefers to keep things simple, but I do have a few favorite tools that were a small investment in my sewing. I made a short video on youtube describing the tools I use in the...
by Virginia | Jan 31, 2020 | Gingercake PDF Sewing Patterns, Gingercakesews, patterns, pillows, sewing, toys
When I first started the Magical Unicorn Pattern, I was actually making a horse for my daughter. But then, of course, she wanted for the unicorn:) The “pony” is simply the unicorn pattern without the horn and printed at 75%. Easy! But I do want to tell...
by Virginia | Nov 19, 2019 | Gingercake PDF Sewing Patterns, Gingercakesews, patterns, sewing, Uncategorized
The On the Go Organizer was one of my first PDF patterns back in 2011 and I am still so proud of it. I love how simple it is to make and what a pretty, thoughtful, and useful gift it makes. I often get 2 questions asked and this pattern is the solution 🙂 The first...
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...