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{a colorful shop update: our SIGNATURE gussy tote + diaper/wipe wristlets}

March 14, 2012 · 14 Comments
Filed Under: Gussy, new product

i’m so excited to show you some of the new items inside the Gussy shop. i’ve been on the lookout for some cute, new fabrics — fun, bright colors to create some NEW items with! well, i found what i was looking for and spent the day monday sewing them up.

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we heard from our customers that you LOVE the “old” Gussy tote so we’re officially calling it our “signature tote/diaper bag” and we’ve brought it back, including the “old” ruffle style! this makes me so happy!

this large bag is seriously amazing, it measures 15″ x 12″ and has a 3″ flat bottom. on the inside there are 2 smaller pockets and 3 larger pockets. click here to see the blue + orange tote/diaper bag, or look here…

our Gussy totes are durable, roomy + very light ~ which means you can carry everything you need, and easily! :] i usually carry my inspiration book, my 13″ macbook, a few zipped pouches, my wallet, cords {charger + ear buds}, a pen and my keys. and ALL of these items fit inside this size bag, yeow!

we also have a coordinating large zip pouch, perfect for storing your cords if you’re traveling, or for organizing your bag if you have a bunch of smaller items that tend to get “lost”.

AND — we’ve re-stocked one of our best selling items: our diaper/wipe wristlets, which easily carry 5 diapers, a pack of travel wipes, a small toy and an extra paci.

didja know? all of our zipped items and tote bags can be washed at home inside a lingerie bag. we include a “care” card with every order, plus a little background info on Gussy Sews and why your purchase means so much to us.

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A FEW HAPPY REMINDERS //
+ new to the Gussy shop this year: every item is limited in quantity ~ which is super fun!!!, but that means once we sell out of a specific print we’re sold out for good. if you see something you love, please keep this in mind when browsing my shop. [xo]

+ also new this year, all items EXCEPT for our totes & macbook cases are ready-to-ship! this means they’re pre-sewn and will ship within 4 business days. our totes & macbook cases are made-to-order and will ship in approximately 2 weeks.

+ every Gussy order that comes through makes my heart so so happy! i’v been sewing for about 3 years now and have loved sharing this journey with you. handmade is such a challenging “department” as it’s super new to zack and i, but we’re figuring it out as we go and we are so excited over this adventure! so thank you, thank you for all the support and Gussy love!!!!!

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  1. Laura Ashley says

    March 14, 2012 at 8:09 am

    Will there be any other prints in this tote in the future?

    I JUST bought a messenger bag from The Pleated Poppy, but now I’m going to have to save up for one of these bags! :) I love it!

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    • Gussy Sews says

      March 14, 2012 at 9:08 am

      Yes!! My plan is to have 3-4 prints available, so stay tuned!

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  2. Sarah says

    March 14, 2012 at 8:31 am

    These totes are so adorable and fun. Definitely going to be my diaper bag of choice when I’m blessed with children!

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  3. skye @ neathering our fest says

    March 14, 2012 at 8:58 am

    more ruffly love for my eyes to feast on! love them all so much!! :)

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  4. Diana Foree says

    March 14, 2012 at 9:24 am

    These colors are so inspiring!! So fresh and “spring like”.

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    • Gussy Sews says

      March 14, 2012 at 12:26 pm

      yay! thank you diana! :)

      Reply
  5. Carolina says

    March 14, 2012 at 10:14 am

    I just found you blog and it is very inspiring:) I also love your totes:)

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  6. Katie says

    March 14, 2012 at 12:22 pm

    I absolutely love the blue + orange tote and wristlet! Gorgeous design, and the fabric is stellar – great find!

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  7. Ann says

    March 14, 2012 at 12:42 pm

    Oooo Gussy! You know how much I love the signature totes! I’m loving my grey and blue one right now and am super excited that you have them back in the shop!!!

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  8. Ada says

    March 14, 2012 at 3:50 pm

    SO happy to see the return of the signature totes. I will be saving up for one!!

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  9. Melissa says

    March 14, 2012 at 4:13 pm

    Since you don’t have any wristlets stocked I can’t compare – what’s the difference between the diaper/wipe wristlet and the “regular” one? Is it just the size? The blue bonnet diaper/wipe wristlet is super cute!

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    • Gussy Sews says

      March 14, 2012 at 10:10 pm

      yes! the size is the only difference ~ the diaper/wipe wristlets are 8.5″ x 7″ x 2.5″

      i just added a few regular wristlets, too! they measure 7.5″ x 7″ x 2″ deep. 5 diapers + a wipes case won’t fit nicely in the regular wristlet. the size may seem insignificant but it really is a huge difference.

      xoxo

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      • Melissa says

        March 15, 2012 at 9:54 am

        Thanks! I don’t need a diaper wristlet, I just want a wristlet for my keys and things. I wasn’t sure if the diaper one had a different lining or anything. I’ll have to choose which size I want now!

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  10. katy reitz (lil' alice) says

    March 15, 2012 at 5:41 am

    the colors are so spring and make my *heart* happy!

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