Uploaded November 2019 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
If you are hoping to make some useful and meaningful gifts this holiday, this video is for you! Skillshare sponsored this video :) . Sign up via my link will get two FREE months of Skillshare Premium: https://skl.sh/virginialindsay5
I am trying to reduce waste at my house and I am sure you are too! These 4 ideas are here to help. As sewers, we have an advantage being able to make things that are useful and beautiful! These projects are also eco friendly and reduce household waste. YAY!
In this video, I mention sharing links to videos, recipes, template, and more :) . I put all that information together in a blog post for you! Visit gingercake.org/gingercake/2019/11/4-eco-friendly-waste-free-gifts-to-give.html
Requests granted! Some of you wanted those links here. I understand!
Here is the link to my book (this is an affiliate link so I get a % when you purchase) shrsl.com/1ygsc
Here is the link to the popcorn flavor recipes~ neighborfoodblog.com/2018/02/homemade-popcorn-seasonings.html
Here is the link to the make up remover/ face wash recipe~ colleenhobson.com/diy-coconut-oil-makeup-remover
I use 1/2 a cup of PLAIN kernels in the popcorn bag :) . I microwave it for 2:30 seconds in my 1100 watt microwave.
The face wash template is 4'' round. You can find an easy printable template on my blog at the very bottom of the post. Here is the link to that blog post~ gingercake.org/gingercake/2019/11/4-eco-friendly-waste-free-gifts-to-give.html
To create the Reusable Microwave Popcorn Bag, you will need 2 pieces of cotton fabric that are 12'' x 20''.
TO sew 15 washable face wipes, you will need a piece of terry cloth fabric or chenille (i used a bar towel from the dollar store! Link to that towel in the bog post above!) that measures 18'' x 15''. You will also need a piece of cotton fabric of the same size. If you are buying fabric (and not a towel!) you could make 15 wipes with less waste using fabrics that are 12'' x 20''.
Here are some links to the products I use that you can purchase on amazon...
-My favorite seam ripper! amzn.to/2IIyd1K
-the clear plexiglass ruler! amzn.to/2Hq4YBj
-the self healing mat with grid! amzn.to/2Ihj5MZ
-Olfa Rotary Cuter! amzn.to/2tGtWGa
-a similar sewing machine to the one I have (and LOVE) amzn.to/2H4cQK1
-a machine I would recommend to beginners amzn.to/2I3mmwg
Visit my PDF Sewing pattern shop for more fun, cute, original and cute projects at gingercake.bigcartel.com
Visit my Blog for more information about me and to see my NINE years of sewing adventures :) gingercake.org
If you are hoping to make some useful and meaningful gifts this holiday, this video is for you! Skillshare sponsored this video :) . Sign up via my link will get two FREE months of Skillshare Premium: https://skl.sh/virginialindsay5
I am trying to reduce waste at my house and I am sure you are too! These 4 ideas are here to help. As sewers, we have an advantage being able to make things that are useful and beautiful! These projects are also eco friendly and reduce household waste. YAY!
In this video, I mention sharing links to videos, recipes, template, and more :) . I put all that information together in a blog post for you! Visit gingercake.org/gingercake/2019/11/4-eco-friendly-waste-free-gifts-to-give.html
Requests granted! Some of you wanted those links here. I understand!
Here is the link to my book (this is an affiliate link so I get a % when you purchase) shrsl.com/1ygsc
Here is the link to the popcorn flavor recipes~ neighborfoodblog.com/2018/02/homemade-popcorn-seasonings.html
Here is the link to the make up remover/ face wash recipe~ colleenhobson.com/diy-coconut-oil-makeup-remover
I use 1/2 a cup of PLAIN kernels in the popcorn bag :) . I microwave it for 2:30 seconds in my 1100 watt microwave.
The face wash template is 4'' round. You can find an easy printable template on my blog at the very bottom of the post. Here is the link to that blog post~ gingercake.org/gingercake/2019/11/4-eco-friendly-waste-free-gifts-to-give.html
To create the Reusable Microwave Popcorn Bag, you will need 2 pieces of cotton fabric that are 12'' x 20''.
TO sew 15 washable face wipes, you will need a piece of terry cloth fabric or chenille (i used a bar towel from the dollar store! Link to that towel in the bog post above!) that measures 18'' x 15''. You will also need a piece of cotton fabric of the same size. If you are buying fabric (and not a towel!) you could make 15 wipes with less waste using fabrics that are 12'' x 20''.
Here are some links to the products I use that you can purchase on amazon...
-My favorite seam ripper! amzn.to/2IIyd1K
-the clear plexiglass ruler! amzn.to/2Hq4YBj
-the self healing mat with grid! amzn.to/2Ihj5MZ
-Olfa Rotary Cuter! amzn.to/2tGtWGa
-a similar sewing machine to the one I have (and LOVE) amzn.to/2H4cQK1
-a machine I would recommend to beginners amzn.to/2I3mmwg
Visit my PDF Sewing pattern shop for more fun, cute, original and cute projects at gingercake.bigcartel.com
Visit my Blog for more information about me and to see my NINE years of sewing adventures :) gingercake.org
