Practical Tips to Know Before you Begin Your Handmade Business…

by | July 6, 2020 | craft show, Gingercakesews, Handmade Business | 0 Comments

Are you dreaming of starting your own sewing business?  There are so many great reasons to begin sewing for sales.  For me the best parts of been working at home on my own schedule.  But there are also some things you should know that will help prepare you for some...
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Magical Unicorn PDF Sewing Pattern Feature

by | May 7, 2020 | birthday, Gingercake PDF Sewing Patterns, patterns, pillows, sewing, toys | 0 Comments

I can't help but notice how popular unicorns are right now- mostly because I have my own 7 year old daughter ( and lots of friendws!) who LOVE them so much.  She kept asking me to sew her one and both of us are so pleased with final the result!  This new pattern, the...
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Color Strip Scraps Floor Pillows Tutorial

by | April 30, 2020 | color inspiration, pillows, sewing, tutorial | 0 Comments

HI!  This is a tutorial I first published on Sew Mama Sew back in December 2015.  That website is no longer working so I wanted to make sure you could still make these adorable scrappy pillows... After you have been sewing for awhile, you realize that scrap busting is...
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Sew a Cute Spring Chick!

by | April 6, 2020 | color inspiration, fabric, Holiday, patterns, Pretty Birds Book, sewing, tutorial | 1 Comment

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...
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Sew a Fabric Face Mask

by | March 27, 2020 | patterns, sewing, tutorial | 2 Comments

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 ideas where to send your...
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FIVE Scrappy Projects to create at HOME

by | March 21, 2020 | fabric, Gingercakesews, sewing, tutorial | 0 Comments

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...
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Essential Sewing Tools: that won’t break the bank…

by | March 13, 2020 | Gingercakesews, Handmade Business, organizing, sewing | 1 Comment

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 order...
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Kanban for Creative Business Owners!

by | March 13, 2020 | Handmade Business, organizing | 0 Comments

Have you ever heard of Kanban?  Well if not, right now can be your most recent "ah ha!" moment because kanban is an incredibly simple and wonderful way to organize your work time.  Kanban was originally developed by Toyota back in the 1950s as a way to maximize...
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How to make the magical PONY and yarn mane

by | January 31, 2020 | Gingercake PDF Sewing Patterns, Gingercakesews, patterns, pillows, sewing, toys | 0 Comments

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 you some...
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How to make the Horn on the Magical Unicorn Pattern

by | January 28, 2020 | Gingercake PDF Sewing Patterns, patterns, sewing, toys | 0 Comments

My newest sewing pattern, The Magical Unicorn is coming out tomorrow January 29, 2020!  I am excited to share this simple, fun, and adorable PDF sewing pattern with you all!  The horn is a great way to show some extra personality.  I did buy horns HERE and they are...
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10 Sewing Habits to adopt in 2020

by | January 22, 2020 | Handmade Business, organizing, sewing, Uncategorized | 2 Comments

I made a new video over on my Yoututbe channel last week and I am so pleased that people are excited about the topic of new sewing habits!  I actually wrote an article for Sew Mama Sew a few years ago about this very subject.  That website is no longer around so I...
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6 Happy Holiday Gift Ideas

by | January 8, 2020 | gift, Holiday | 0 Comments

About a week before Christmas, I made this new Youtube video over on my channel.  I wanted to make a follow up blog post to share what actually worked, what was added, and what did not happen!  I thought it would be fun to share how things actually turned out instead...
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Family Trip To Nashville!

by | January 7, 2020 | activities with kids, Food and Drink, Holiday, Travel, vacation | 0 Comments

Over the winter break we took a trip to Nashville to visit my brother and his family.  We had a great time.  I wanted to share some of our experience in case you are thinking about taking your family there!  Nashville has become so popular and it's no wonder.  There...
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Day Out Cross Body Purse

by | December 18, 2019 | sewing, Sewing To Sell, tutorial, tween | 2 Comments

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...
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Sewers Club Subscription Box Video and Giveaway!

by | December 11, 2019 | give away | 0 Comments

My pal Adam over at Sewers Club sent me their December Box to try out. It was so fun! He also offered Gingercake friends a $5 off your first box if you use this link. Are you curious about what is in there??? Well I shared on a video on my youtube channel and you...
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Pattern Feature: The On the Go Organizer

by | November 19, 2019 | Gingercake PDF Sewing Patterns, Gingercakesews, patterns, sewing, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

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...
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4 Eco Friendly Waste Free Gifts to Give

by | November 18, 2019 | gift, patterns, sewing, tutorial, Uncategorized | 3 Comments

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 my...
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Pattern Feature: The Make Your Getaway Duffle Bag

by | November 6, 2019 | fabric, Gingercakesews, patterns, sewing, sewing for boys, Travel, tutorial, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

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...
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The Best Seller: The Crayon Art Folio Sewing Pattern

by | November 4, 2019 | craft show, gift, organizing, patterns, sewing, toys, vacation | 0 Comments

When I look at the data of my pattern shop, not only is the crayon art folio my best seller, the second best seller is the old version without the mini folio included! Isn't that amazing? I know why too- because this crayon organizer pattern is not only adorable and...
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Pattern Feature: The Art Caddy Tote

by | November 3, 2019 | fabric, gift, patterns, sewing, sewing for boys | 3 Comments

One of my most popular PDF Sewing Patterns is the Art Caddy Tote. I created this pattern for my own kids back when their crayons, markers, glue sticks, scissors, coloring books and papers were all over my house. What is an art loving (yet semi neat nick) mom to do? I...
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Sew a Fabric Face Mask

by | Mar 27, 2020 | , ,

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 ideas where to send your...

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