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{Noteworthy Links —blogging advice, pops of color, learn how to embroider + sponsor links/discount codes}

January 19, 2013 · 6 Comments
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100% cotton embroidery pattern — complete kit by Clementine Patterns

NOTEWORTHY LINKS FROM THE PAST WEEK:

+ a tour of MadeByGirl’s apartment

+ blogging advice from Casey Wiegand, via Julie Ann Art

+ 6 ways to add pops of color to your littles wardrobe, via Babble

+ the daily docket 2.0, via Simple Mom

+ wanna learn how to embroider?, via Clementine Patterns

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SPONSOR LINKS + DISCOUNT CODES:

{photo via Jane Heinrichs}

{illustrations} Jane Heinrichs – The Gather Ye Rosebuds (pictured above) print is so charming. Use code LOVE13 for 13% off until January 31st.

{jewelry} Horsefeathers Gifts – The Tree of Life Pendant is so beautiful and represents something so special. Use code GUSSYSEWS for 30% off until January 31st.

{designer fabric} Fashionable Fabrics – The Birds and Butterflies Collection of fabrics makes me so excited for Spring. Use code  gsShipFree for free shipping on domestic orders over $75 until January 31st.

{printables} Clean Mama Printables – Get organized with the 2013 Starter Kit! Use code 20Gussy for 20% off until January 31st.

{handstamped jewelry} Madison Reece Designs – The Rustic Silver Jewelry Collection is just darling.

{photo via Pen & Paint}

{handmade art and papergoods} Pen & Paint – These Handmade with Love Mini Cards (pictured above) would be a great addition to a handmade gift. Use code GUSSY15 for 15% off until January 31st.

{sewing eCourse} Home Ec Online – Is learning to sew on your list of 2013 resolutions? This eCourse is amazing!

{needle felted gifts} Good Natured by Dani – The Valentines Day Kissing Hedgehogs have stolen my heart! Use code GUSSY15 for 15% off until January 31st.

{candles} Peripeti, home – These candle tins are such a fun wedding or shower favor. Use code GUSSY15 for 15% off until February 15th.

{blog} The Vintage Mother – “Build your nest.”

{photo via Holly Days}

{invitations + more} Holly Days – I love all the supplies to pretty up your projects, like these self inking stamps (pictured above). Use code GUSSY for 15% off until April 14th.

{lifestyle blog} AK on the Go – “Living life to the fullest, one day at a time.”

{rosette jewelry} Happy Little Lovelies – Loving on the Little Bloom Flower Rings! Use code GUSSYFAN20 for 20% off until February 14th.

{faith inspired art} Red Letter Words –  Loving the January prints of the month.

 

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TWO QUESTIONS FOR YOU TODAY, share with us below? 1.) what are your weekend plans? and, 2.) what noteworthy links have you found this week? xoxo

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  1. Jen says

    January 19, 2013 at 6:02 am

    Weekend plans included last Friday night date night for a while with the hubs, lots of cleaning and computer time today since hubs is working again. I need to email cambria about sponsorship stuff soon ;) hope you are having a good weekend

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  2. Alice says

    January 19, 2013 at 2:40 pm

    My plans are: organize, organize, organize. Which is also what I’ll be doing next week. Ahh :) And about the links: I really enjoyed this one: http://amandagenther.com/exercise-creating-your-brand-words/

    Have a nice weekend!
    x,Alice

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  3. Jane says

    January 20, 2013 at 12:23 am

    Thanks for featuring my print! This weekend I’ll be relaxing with my husband, doing a bit of housework, and enjoying time to just “be.” Oh, and reading a great book, as well.

    Hope you have a fantastic weekend!

    X
    Jane

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