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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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  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!!

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    • Gussy Sews 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

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  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!

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  5. Pam says

    January 22, 2013 at 6:35 am

    Those are some pretty cute bags!

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  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!

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    • Gussy Sews 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!

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    • Gussy Sews 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

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    • Gussy Sews 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!!

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    • Gussy Sews 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
    • Gussy Sews 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…

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    • Gussy Sews 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
    • Gussy Sews 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!

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    • Gussy Sews 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
    • Gussy Sews 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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