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{Introducing a totally new design to Gussy Sews…}

January 22, 2013 · 31 Comments
Filed Under: Gussy, new product

For years I’ve been dreaming about working with fabric: mixing prints, colors, perfecting our signature ruffle, trying new techniques, adding new designs, shopping for materials online + in person… The list goes on. It’s fun to reflect on the last few years, what I’ve learned — what the business has learned, that sort of thing. I try to reflect often as it helps me to keep my focus.

The thoughts ours minds bring us to over + over have value, and it’s important we realize such things.

When I started Gussy Sews, waaaaay back in the early months of 2009, I hardly knew what I was doing. But I knew these 3 things: accessories are fun, color is an amazing addition to just about anything, and I want to infuse little bits of myself into my brand so it feels personal as the business grows. And it felt important to get back to these things.

For a little bit now I’ve been itching to try something new with the shop but was having a hard time with the actual delivery. No matter how hard or frustrating this was, as the designer I knew it was really important to just be patient. I knew something would come. I knew I could make it happen, but I had to stay confident and continue processing the designs I had in mind.

And now I’m ready to share with you my new designs!!! This new line doesn’t feature our signature ruffle* {which feels so different}, but I love what it does feature: two bright, colorful fabrics pieced together to create a geometric design, and I seriously love the final design.

click to see our new geometric-inspired medium zipped pouches // measuring approx. 8″ x 4″

click to see our new geometric-inspired SQUARE zipped pouches // measuring approx. 5″ x 5″

there are 8 pouches in this NEW collection, click here to view them all

I hope you are loving the new designs! Sometimes it’s scary to try something new but it feels so great to re-incorporate more color + bits of my personality into the accessories that help compose the Gussy Sews brand. xoxo

*Don’t worry, our signature ruffle isn’t going anywhere. These new product designs are simply something new, not at all a replacement.

 

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31 Comments
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Comments

  1. skye @ neathering our fest says

    January 22, 2013 at 4:45 am

    LOVE love love :) You have the best eye for pairing fabrics girl! :) I really love the square pouch – that is definitely something different!!

    Reply
    • Maggie Whitley says

      January 22, 2013 at 8:54 am

      @skye @ neathering our fest, I have to confess, I looooove my job :D

      Reply
  2. Button Bird Designs says

    January 22, 2013 at 5:50 am

    So so so beautiful!! I love them and want one of each!!! You are one creative and amazing chick!
    xoxox
    Angela

    Reply
  3. Elizabeth M says

    January 22, 2013 at 6:07 am

    Gorgeous,simply gorgeous:)

    Reply
  4. Laura says

    January 22, 2013 at 6:26 am

    Love all of them! Great job!

    Reply
  5. Pam says

    January 22, 2013 at 6:35 am

    Those are some pretty cute bags!

    Reply
  6. Melissa @ A Time for Everything says

    January 22, 2013 at 6:45 am

    Love the design, color combos, and top-stitching where the fabrics meet!

    I was totally nodding my head at the description of how you got them from your heart + brain to the end product. I recently went through the same process and because I decided to persevere and be patient through the frustration, I came out on the other side with something far better than I originally imagined! I think that struggle is part of the satisfaction of owning a handmade business and designing products yourself.

    Reply
  7. Kate S says

    January 22, 2013 at 8:21 am

    Very fun! I’m also eyeing the mint wallet in the background…can you lead me to that? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Maggie Whitley says

      January 22, 2013 at 8:54 am

      @Kate S, That’s from J. Crew :)

      Reply
  8. Lauren Cunningham says

    January 22, 2013 at 8:28 am

    I LOVE the yellow/grey combo pouch!

    Reply
    • Maggie Whitley says

      January 22, 2013 at 8:55 am

      @Lauren Cunningham, YEOW! Thanks Lauren <3

      Reply
  9. Heather says

    January 22, 2013 at 8:37 am

    Hi,

    I have a quick question about your blog, do you think you could e-mail me?

    Heather

    Reply
    • Maggie Whitley says

      January 22, 2013 at 8:55 am

      @Heather, Hi Heather! You can email me — gussy at gussysews dot com. xo

      Reply
  10. kelly says

    January 22, 2013 at 10:28 am

    You are such a doll and I enjoy glimpses of “home” in your posts. I’m a California girl born & raised now transplanted on the coast of Virginia. I was wondering if you have ever considered pattern writing? Being a sewista I *LOVE LOVE* making these types of things for myself & friends so I rarely purchase them…but I purchase ALOT of patterns & tutes. Sewing is my therapy after a brutal work week!!

    Reply
    • Maggie Whitley says

      January 22, 2013 at 1:59 pm

      @kelly, Hi Kelly! I have a couple sewing tutorials on my blog, you can find them under the “tutorials/DIY” category :: http://www.gussysews.com/category/tutorial-diy/ :)

      Reply
  11. Jill says

    January 22, 2013 at 12:36 pm

    So I just found you on Instagram and I LOVE your stuff do you think you’ll make totes with these patterns?

    Reply
    • Maggie Whitley says

      January 22, 2013 at 2:03 pm

      @Jill, You’ll have to keep an eye on my blog… ;D

      Reply
  12. Erica says

    January 22, 2013 at 7:42 pm

    I wanted to buy a pouch for my receipts (read the idea somewhere last week and loved it). What size do I need? I was thinking medium…

    Reply
    • Maggie Whitley says

      January 22, 2013 at 8:10 pm

      @Erica, Yes, medium is the perfect size :)

      Reply
    • Southern Gal says

      January 26, 2013 at 3:28 am

      @Erica, That’s exactly what I’m using mine for now. It’s also a great sunglasses case because I can find the pretty colors in my purse so quickly.

      Reply
  13. Janine says

    January 22, 2013 at 7:55 pm

    They are so pretty! Love them! I so enjoy seeing your baby bump updates too! Just precious!

    Reply
  14. Corinne says

    January 23, 2013 at 6:49 am

    Hi Gussy ~ Love the new bags! Can you tell me who supplies your fabric tags? I am looking for a good vendor. Thanks!

    Reply
  15. leslie @ and her little dog too says

    January 23, 2013 at 7:56 am

    so cute! love all the colors & prints together – they are so great looking!

    Reply
    • Maggie Whitley says

      January 23, 2013 at 2:26 pm

      Thank you!!!! I can’t get enough of them myself ;)

      Reply
  16. Nicole says

    January 23, 2013 at 9:54 am

    Love, love, love the new design, basically because I have a love affair with top-stitching. :) I just love the look it gives, this is just another example! So pretty!

    Reply
    • Maggie Whitley says

      January 23, 2013 at 2:28 pm

      Thanks Nicole ;)

      Reply
  17. Annie Barnett says

    January 23, 2013 at 4:55 pm

    Maggie, I love these. So torn about which one to order – they’re all so beautiful. Well done!

    Reply
    • Maggie Whitley says

      January 24, 2013 at 10:25 am

      @Annie Barnett, Awww, thank you Annie! xx

      Reply
  18. Southern Gal says

    January 26, 2013 at 3:29 am

    The new design is fabulous! (Blog and line of products.)

    Reply
  19. Barbara says

    January 27, 2013 at 6:46 am

    Great design!! So talented… Amazed…. as always!!

    Reply

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MAGGIE WHITLEY WEAVES HER WRITINGS around joy in motherhood, homemaking, faith, and simple living. She homeschools her children, enjoys a quiet room while reading, and roars with laughter over the challenges and delights of motherhood. Maggie and her husband, along with their five young children, live in northern Michigan. She has been writing online since 2008. CLICK TO READ MORE ♥

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