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Aster Cardigan Testing: A new pattern from Willow & CO. from LBG studio

I was honored to test one of Vanessa's pattern contirbutions to the new Willow & Co. pattern collection to be released next week.  This is the Aster Cardigan and it is adorable!  I was asked to do the Size 10 for my big girl.  She will be 10 next month!  It is really cute and stylish...

 

These were taken before school yesterday.  It was dark and rainy outside so we took our photos in my new basement studio!  I can't wait to finally have it organized enough to share some good photos.  

Vanessa writes a beautiful and organzied pattern.  The pieces all fit together perfectly and even though I am not a big sewer of knits, this came together very nicely!  The bands at the sleeve and the nice way the placket and collar are designed make it a project that sewers of many skill levels can handle.  

I always struggle with button holes but that is not the fault of the pattern.  The fit is nice.  In these photos, she was wearing a shirt that was a little bulky, but the cardigan is meant to be fitted so next time we will put it on with a more fitted tee shirt underneath.  Next week will be the launch of Willow & Co. so be sure to be ready!

Thanks for letting me test your pattern, Vanessa!

Simplicity Patterns and $5 Bunny Sale!

Do you remember when I announced that a few of my patterns were being published by Simplicity?  Well, that is really happening this spring!  I'm not sure when the books are available in the stores, but my pattern bundles will be included in the Summer catalog (that is released in the spring!). Here is the cover photo...

I am going to head over to my local Joann's to see if I can find it.  I can't wait to see it in person!

In other news, I am having my annual spring $5 bunny sale!  

I have been having fun promoting it on my Gingercake Facebook Page with all things bunny and bunny sewing.  Here are a few of the fun links that I have shared~  Click on the photo to go to actual link.

 
It is super fun to gather bunny info!  I'll be posting bunny throughout the sale week on my facebook page, so be sure to follow along if you want some inspiration.  

Philomena Fox is finally here! On Sale for one week!

Hooray!  The newest Foxy member of the Gingercake PDF Pattern Collection is finally ready!  The circular shape of Max the Owl is perfect to moonlight as a Fox and what can be better than getting 2 patterns in one package?  A Fox and Owl Team!  They are both good hunters, right?  They both live in the woods, right?  They both will love super cute on your bed or sofa, right?!

Max was my first pattern created over 5 years ago.  I will admit that his popularity has waned over the last few years.  Poor Max!  He told me he wasn't ready to throw in the towel yet though and teaming up with Philomena Fox was a great solution to keep him in the sewing pattern game.  

One of the fun parts about the fox is the trim that goes around her curved face.  It is the perfect solution for not only a great looking accent but it makes the curved seam lay nice and flat.  The finished owl and fox are 10.5'' by 10.5'' and the whole project shouldn't take you longer than a couple hours to complete.  Less if you are familiar with sewing pillows like this already.  There is also an optional pocket that you can add to the back of the pillow for special treasures.

For one week only- March 5th through March 12th, 2014, the Max the Owl and Philomena Fox PDF Sewing Pattern will be on sale for it's original price of $7.  Then, it will go up to $9 like the other patterns in the shop that have dual uses.  

Also, if you have purchased Max in the past and want this new version, email me and I will give you a special discount code to get the pattern for 50% off.  I will just need some sort of proof that you purchased the pattern before- like the reciept, order number, etc.  

Wonderful!  Head over to the shop to get the new Max and Philomena Fox PDF sewing pattern!

holiday Gifts Sewing Series: The Southern Institute (daughter!) sews a Penguin

I am so please about my guest sewer today!  Jenny from the Southern Institute is one inspirational lady.  She is a go getter with a big heart and her creativity is limitless.  Today on her blog she shows off her daughter's version of Annie's Penguin.  YES!  Her 10 year old daughter sewed this and it was her first complete sewing project on her own.  Head over to Jenny's blog to hear about this experience and leave a comment for your chance to win a copy of the Annie's penguin pattern.

Holiday Gifts Sewing Series: Endlessly inspired sews a Waste Free Tote!

The sewing inspiration continues!   Jennifer Young of Endlessly Inspired brought her sewing machine out of the closet and sewed up an adorable Waste Free Lunch Bag for her 2 year old.  Jenn's blog is more about crafting and parenting than sewing, but we may make her into a convert after this adorable creation!  She can do it all!  Head over to Endlessly Inspired to see more of her cute bag and leave a comment for a chance to win the Waste Free Lunch Bag pattern for you!

Holiday Gifts Sewing Series: Lots of Pink Here Takes on the Art Caddy!

Today we have Amy Dunn of Lots of Pink Here.  Amy is a great friend and very creative sewer.  Her choices in fabric are always amazing!  In fact, Amy has her own adorable fabric shop called Pinked Fabrics that I love!  Amy took on the Art Caddy Sewing Pattern which makes a wonderful gift.  Head over to her blog to see how she made sewing the Art Caddy Easier AND leave a comment for your chance to win the pattern for yourself!

Holiday Gifts Sewing Series: By Mary sews a vintage inspired Owl Bag!

Today we have Mary Emmens sewing up a really fun Lola Owl Bag.  Mary has sewn up several of my patterns in the past and I always admire her beautiful attention to detail and vintage style.  Her quilting and piecing are amazing!  If you are a quilter, you need to start following her blog!  Mary sewed up a great looking owl bag from the Lola Owl Pillow sewing pattern.  Head over to her blog to see the details and leave a comment for a chance to win your own Lola Owl Pattern!

Holiday Gifts Sewing Series: If Only They Would Nap sews her boy a Penguin

You may not even know that I have a boy in my house with all the girly things I show here on my blog.  But today's sewing guest is all about boys and she does a beautiful job.  Jess of If Only they would nap has FOUR boys and she is all about stitching up fun and unique things for her little guys.  She chose to make an Annie's Penguin for her lower middle (I can say that because I have a lower middle too!).  Go check it out over at her blog!

Holiday Gifts Sewing Series: Probably Actually Organizes!

Today we have on my favorite bloggers- Gail from Probably Actually!  I love her natural, modern, but still cute style.  It doesn't hurt that she always chooses beautiful fabrics and her children are adorable!  Gail sewed up the On the Go Organizer.  Go visit her blog and check out these pretty gifts and leave a comment for a chance to win an Organizer Pattern for yourself!

Holiday Gifts Sewing Series: Sew Very's Duffle

Today we have a beautiful Make Your Getaway Duffle sewn by Veronica of Sew Very.  Veronica is a talented and organized lady!  Go over to her blog to see her fantastic version of the duffle pattern.  She gives some great tips for making the bag extra substantial AND in a few days she is going to offer a tutorial to make a matching bag tag!  That will be so cool!  Leave a comment on her blog for your chance to win a copy of the duffle pattern for yourself.  Thanks Veronica!