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Maggie Whitley

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{HAPPY BIRTHDAY to me… but I’m giving YOU a gift!}

July 5, 2012 · 31 Comments
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HOORAY + YEOW! Birthdays are so fun!

Today I turn 27, so let’s celebrate with a flash Gussy shop sale :)

Save 20% on your entire order with code HAPPYBIRTHDAY20

Hurry though, the codes expires Friday, July 6th at 11:59pm CST.

Go on now, treat yourself to a Gussy!

{shown wearing one of our ruffle headbands}

xoxo

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  1. Southern Gal says

    July 5, 2012 at 5:19 am

    Happy Birthday to you, Maggie! 27 years young. Enjoy your day.
    We’re still waiting on that granddaughter to make her appearance. Could be today!?

    P.S. The deadline should read July 6 instead of June. The editor in me had to tell you that. ;)

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  2. Dorian Sibray says

    July 5, 2012 at 5:24 am

    Happy Birthday! And look at you in your colorful outfit!!! Lovely!!!

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    • Gussy Sews says

      July 5, 2012 at 1:59 pm

      @Dorian Sibray, Think I’m passing my own test?? :D

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  3. caseymaree says

    July 5, 2012 at 5:58 am

    Happy Birthday chickie, hope you have a wonderful day :)

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  4. teri lynn says

    July 5, 2012 at 6:06 am

    Happy Birthday Gussy! I hope your day is wonderful and amazing!

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  5. Breanna says

    July 5, 2012 at 6:32 am

    Happy birthday, beautiful!

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  6. nicole says

    July 5, 2012 at 7:00 am

    happy birthday to one of the most talented handmade artists i “know”!

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  7. Allison @ Allison's Everyday Journey says

    July 5, 2012 at 7:07 am

    Happy Birthday! Excited to “meet” you later this morning! {Just an FYI…you put June 6 instead of July 6 as an end date to the sale} Talk to you soon!

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  8. Claire says

    July 5, 2012 at 7:26 am

    Happy birthday !!

    Hope you have a fun filled day …

    Love and hugs

    Claire xox

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  9. Alli says

    July 5, 2012 at 7:30 am

    Happy Birthday GUSS!!!! Enjoy 27!

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  10. Ada says

    July 5, 2012 at 8:00 am

    Happy birthday. Have a wonderful, fun-filled day!

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  11. Nicki says

    July 5, 2012 at 8:07 am

    Happy Birthday Maggie! I hope you have an amazing day.

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  12. Lighthouse Bags Studio says

    July 5, 2012 at 8:22 am

    Happy Birthday, Gussy !! I wish you a very happy day and a new year of life full of blessings !!

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  13. Beth says

    July 5, 2012 at 8:22 am

    Happy birthday beautiful! Have a wonderful day!

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  14. Amanda says

    July 5, 2012 at 9:29 am

    A very happy birthday to you! I hope everything you wish fo when you blow out your candles comes true this upcoming year!!! My twins turn one today; it’s a great day for a birthday. =)

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  15. Melissa says

    July 5, 2012 at 11:12 am

    Happy Birthday! I hope 27 is a GREAT year for you! I pray this is the year that your desires match God’s timing! Love you and your blog =)

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    • Gussy Sews says

      July 5, 2012 at 2:00 pm

      @Melissa, Thank you ♥

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  16. Tasha - The Clean Eating Mama says

    July 5, 2012 at 11:34 am

    Happy Happy Day!

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  17. Carissa says

    July 5, 2012 at 12:49 pm

    Happy Birthday! I have been following your posts for a while now, and I love them. You are very inspirational! I wish you the best :)

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  18. Katie says

    July 5, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    Happy Birthday, Maggie! You are one amazing lady!

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  19. Jacky {The Sweetest Petunia} says

    July 5, 2012 at 1:07 pm

    happy, happy birthday!! xoxo!

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  20. Tricia says

    July 5, 2012 at 1:30 pm

    Happy birthday, lady! Hope this year is as beautiful as you are!

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  21. Emily says

    July 5, 2012 at 2:15 pm

    Happy Birthday!!! I so enjoy reading your blog. Hope you have a wonderful day celebrating!

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  22. youseef says

    July 5, 2012 at 3:52 pm

    HAPPY BIRTH DAY ..wish you a verey next happy years in your life ..you have a verey nice blog & very nice smill..:)

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  23. Sarah says

    July 5, 2012 at 4:10 pm

    Happy Birthday Gussy!! I hope it is a fantabulous day :D

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  24. Louella says

    July 5, 2012 at 4:42 pm

    Happy birthday! I enjoyed your blog. :-)

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  25. Mama Gus says

    July 5, 2012 at 7:15 pm

    Happy Birthday sweet daughter………..

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    • Gussy Sews says

      July 5, 2012 at 10:06 pm

      @Mama Gus, SMOOCH! I LOVE YOU MOM! :)

      Reply
  26. shelia says

    July 5, 2012 at 11:39 pm

    Happy birthday!!! and I just have to say that I LOVE your outfit. so pretty.

    now… to figure out what I want from the shop. ;)

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  27. Mindy Harris says

    July 5, 2012 at 11:53 pm

    happy birthday, maggie girl! thanks for the discount code.

    Reply
  28. Kate @ Songs Kate Sang says

    July 6, 2012 at 12:26 am

    Happy, happy birthday!

    Reply

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