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Gift Guide giveaway, over $630 in gorgeous prizes!

November 25, 2013 · 153 Comments
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It’s the week of Thanksgiving, yahoo! Are you hosting or traveling to a cozy home to celebrate with others? Are you staying home and keeping it an intimate moment with a small group? Are you donating your time to a shelter in your community? However you’ll be offering your thanksgiving this year, we wish you a lovely time :)

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We’re nearing the holiday season, and in anticipation we have a very generous giveaway planned for today from our 2013 Holiday Gift Guide sponsors. Now’s a great time to bookmark our gift guide, if you haven’t already — wink, wink! I’m sure many of them have some pretty super deals coming up, I know we do!!!

So let’s get to this giveaway, shall we? There are over $630 in gorgeous prizes bundled for one winner. That’s a whole lotta Christmas shopping you can check off your list. Not exchanging gifts this year? Save the prizes from this bundle for other moments where a gift is needed: birthday, new baby announcement, baby shower, Secret Santa at work, Valentine’s Day or even as a housewarming gift.

THE PRIZES //

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One winner will win the following bundle from our 2013 Holiday Gift Guide sponsors:

  • Melissa with This Freckled Girl: 2 Pair of baby/toddler leggings ($60 value)
  • Laura with Love Nourished: 1 of each product (Date Night in a Bag, The Love Note Assistant, Conversation Builders – $69.50 value)
  • Kimberly with Small Moments: 16×20″ Family Tree Poster ($50 value)
  • Brooke with Silly Mama Quilts: $40 gift card and a Mug Rug of winner’s choice
  • Angie with The 1500 Tree Project: 3 Tree Ornaments ($45 value)
  • Debbie with Draw Daisies: Birch Tree Drawing ($45 value)
  • Becky with Little Branches: Calm + Bright Christmas Sign ($45 value)
  • Nicole with Unoriginal Americain: Set of 6 Gold Wishbone Napkins ($48 value)
  • Julie with Spark of Amber: Green Amber Necklace & Bracelet Set ($47 value)
  • Katie with Creations by K Designs: $45 gift card
  • Michelle with Lather Lovely: $50 gift card
  • $75 Gift Card to Gussy Sews

Follow the rafflecopter prompts below to enter to win:

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This giveaway is open to US residents only. The winner will be contacted via email on Tuesday, December 3rd. GOOD LUCK, I hope you win :)

** click here to shop our 2013 Holiday Gift Guide **

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  1. Donna O'Neil says

    November 25, 2013 at 3:21 am

    The Gussy Sew gift certificate is my fave.

    Reply
  2. Julie says

    November 25, 2013 at 3:27 am

    LOVE this giveaway! So many cute things, it’s hard to pick a favorite! I’m really excited about the leggings from The freckled girl!

    Reply
  3. Kristin Smith says

    November 25, 2013 at 3:45 am

    There are so many favorites, but the Woodlands quilt over at Silly Mama’s is amazing. I realize that isn’t the prize – but wanted her to know she does amazing work!!

    Reply
  4. Leslie says

    November 25, 2013 at 3:49 am

    Baby leggings!! Perfect for our new little one!

    Reply
  5. Niki says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:26 am

    Love the Turquoise Tree Art from the 1500 Tree Project!

    Reply
  6. Audra says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:28 am

    Great gifts in this giveaway :) Love this idea!

    Reply
  7. Sara W says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:29 am

    Wow, this is super duper exciting!!!!So many great things!

    Reply
  8. Suzy Levi says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:31 am

    Love that it is all from Handmade shops!

    Reply
  9. Cristy says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:34 am

    That IS a lot of shopping checked off of my list. Here’s hoping!

    Reply
  10. Beth says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:52 am

    The Gussy gift card is my fav of course!

    Reply
  11. andrea says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:54 am

    i love all of it! amazing giveaway!!

    Reply
  12. Sadie B. says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:59 am

    I like the Love Nourished set. The Conversation Builders would be great for a date night.

    Reply
  13. Jessica says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:09 am

    I’ve been eyeing the new wallets in your line, so I’d be excited to win your gift card :) the other places have some amazing things too! My 9 month old could use the amber necklace right now as he’s teething.

    Reply
  14. Molly B says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:13 am

    would love to win the gc from gussy sews

    Reply
  15. Michelle @LoveMichCollection says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:20 am

    What a wonderful giveaway!!! :)

    Reply
  16. Laura P says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:25 am

    My favorite is the Gussy Market Tote.

    Reply
  17. Lydia says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:37 am

    Can you really pick a favorite at if all the wonderful items ;)
    The date night bag sounds like fun!

    Reply
  18. Charlotte L says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:48 am

    Im new to the blog and cant wait to explore. Looks great!

    Reply
    • Charlotte L says

      November 25, 2013 at 5:54 am

      @Charlotte L, I love Silly Mama Quilts mug rugs and fabric!

      Reply
  19. megan says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:50 am

    the amber teething necklace!

    Reply
  20. haley says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:53 am

    definitely planning on purchasing an amber necklace for my little one

    Reply
  21. Molly says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:57 am

    The Gussy gc so that I could finally get one of your gorgeous bags!

    Reply
  22. Katy says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:01 am

    I love Gussy tote bags.

    Reply
  23. Kristin S says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:02 am

    For real, that’s a great list!

    Reply
  24. Tricia says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:03 am

    I love the family tree poster!

    Reply
  25. Mallory says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:04 am

    Great giveaway! Gussy sews gift certificate is the best!

    Reply
  26. Crystal D says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:05 am

    The Little Branches signs would look so cute on my mantel! :)

    Reply
  27. Corinne says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:11 am

    I love all these shops, but I really love Gussy Sews cowls! Would love to win a gift certificate for your shop!

    Reply
  28. rjb says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:15 am

    I so love the “come thou fount” at little branches!

    Reply
  29. Georgia says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:19 am

    So so cute!!! My favorite item is the organic deer cross leggings from ThisFreckledGirl

    Reply
  30. MurdocksMama says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:38 am

    My favorite product is your fall cowls! {love!}

    Reply
  31. Karina familia says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:42 am

    One of my favorite items has to be the Gussy sews crotchet infinity cowls…being that I never even owned an infinity scarf this would be beyond perfect to purchase for my mother and I for the holidays since New Jersey is expecting a snowy winter. :)

    Reply
  32. Lindsay Hutchins says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:43 am

    i would love one of your fancy dot collection zip pouches, Gussy!

    Reply
  33. Noelle says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:56 am

    Love them all but the Gussy Sews gift card!!

    Reply
  34. heather w says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:58 am

    Gussy Sews is my favorite!!

    Reply
  35. Brittney Patton says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:07 am

    I would love the gussy gift card and also the date night in a bag sounds fun.

    Reply
  36. Michaela says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:12 am

    Date night ideas/conversation builders would be great! We’ve been married for 12 years now, but I never want to get stuck in a rut! Happy Thanksgiving!

    Reply
  37. Bethany Martini says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:19 am

    I love the mug rugs from Brooke at Silly Mama Quilts!

    Reply
  38. Monique says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:20 am

    Love the family tree poster!

    Reply
  39. Angela says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:21 am

    Would love the napkins!

    Reply
  40. Autum says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:27 am

    I love the Organic Feather Leggings from This Freckled Girl.

    Reply
  41. Kate Styled Pretty says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:29 am

    Thanks for hosting this awesome giveaway!

    Reply
  42. Natasha says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:30 am

    What an amazing giveaway! LOVE the Calm + Bright Christmas sign!!!

    Reply
  43. margaret g says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:31 am

    Love the Gussy bag :) thanks for the chance!

    Reply
  44. Amanda says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:33 am

    I’ve had my eye on the dark charcoal/dot tote from Gussy!

    Reply
  45. Jacklynn Grimm says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:41 am

    I get great ideas from Silly Mama quilts – she makes great mug rugs!

    Reply
  46. Megan says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:50 am

    I love EVERYTHING! My fav is probably the antler leggings though=)

    Reply
  47. Carrie says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:53 am

    Love the birch tree drawing!

    Reply
  48. sarah says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:55 am

    Love the silly momma quilts!!

    Reply
  49. The Clines says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:03 am

    I love the Gussy Sews wallets!

    Reply
  50. Brandon Nelson says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:07 am

    I would love to win a Gussy gift card. My wife just loves all her stuff.

    Reply
  51. Maggie says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:09 am

    I love it all! There are so many beautiful things in this giveaway!

    Reply
  52. Faye Nettles says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:15 am

    Sew Mama Sew curling iron holder.

    Reply
  53. Melissa Q says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:27 am

    Silly Mama Quilts! Love the mug rugs. Hope to make some of my own if I ever find time.

    Reply
  54. Maureen S says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:30 am

    Of course, my favorite items are yours:). I love your large pouches (I have one). And wouldn’t mind someday having a cowl. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

    Reply
  55. Jenni says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:34 am

    such fun!

    Reply
  56. Elizabeth S says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:55 am

    The Gussy Gift card is my favorite, of course!

    Reply
  57. Karen F says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:58 am

    Love Little Branches!

    Reply
  58. Beth says

    November 25, 2013 at 9:01 am

    Everything is awesome but I’d really love a Gussy Sews gift card!! :)

    Reply
  59. DeidreSH says

    November 25, 2013 at 9:07 am

    love the Little Branches “Come let us adore Him” signs. http://www.shoplittlebranches.com/shop/4579644467/adore/6871234

    Reply
  60. Maria Moklestad says

    November 25, 2013 at 9:14 am

    Mine is hands down the Gussy Sews giftcard! I could totally get any of the many items I have been wanting. :) Thanks for the chance to win!

    Reply
  61. Angi says

    November 25, 2013 at 9:22 am

    Love it all!

    Reply
  62. Maria Klingler says

    November 25, 2013 at 9:46 am

    So many great items! Awesome giveaway!

    Reply
  63. Holly L says

    November 25, 2013 at 9:47 am

    I would love a zippered pouch (and more!) from Gussy Sews, and the baby leggings would be perfect, too!

    Reply
  64. Bree says

    November 25, 2013 at 10:05 am

    I really like the Little Branches Joy to the World sign.

    Reply
  65. Katy @ Lolly Linens says

    November 25, 2013 at 10:10 am

    I LOVE it all. Thank you for such an amazing giveaway.

    Reply
  66. Laurie says

    November 25, 2013 at 10:14 am

    I love the Blue line market tote from Gussy Sews!

    Reply
  67. Whitney P says

    November 25, 2013 at 10:14 am

    LOVE LOVE LOVE this giveaway! So many amazing things, it’s hard to choose a favorite, but I’ve been loving the super sweet little Gussy Sews wallet! I’m needing a new wallet, and this would be perfect!

    Reply
  68. Kara Kieran says

    November 25, 2013 at 10:19 am

    Great giveaway! I love the cute baby leggings and all the handmade napkins!

    Reply
  69. Cara Howard says

    November 25, 2013 at 10:19 am

    From your shop – I am obsessed with your amazing Yellow Lines Market Tote. From Unoriginal American, I love the Floral and Blue French Ticking Cloth Napkins – Set of 4. And from Silly Mama Quilts, my favorite mug rug is the Color Me Happy one… in fact, I might buy it right now! xo

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  70. Stefani Roberts says

    November 25, 2013 at 10:23 am

    It would be such a blessing to win this giveaway. Especially during this rough season my family and I are in. I can think of someone for each one of these gifts and a few for myself. :)
    Thank you for doing these awesome giveaways!! :)

    Reply
  71. Erika says

    November 25, 2013 at 10:23 am

    LOVE all of the gorgeous giveaways. Book-marked some new lovely shops because of this. Thank you. Little Branches giveaway has my heart!

    Reply
  72. BriannaAviette says

    November 25, 2013 at 10:47 am

    I love the organic girls xo leggings from this freckeled girl!

    Reply
  73. Marissa says

    November 25, 2013 at 11:11 am

    What a great giveaway! Thanks for sharing and contributing!:)

    Reply
  74. Tonya says

    November 25, 2013 at 11:31 am

    I love all your giveaways :)

    Reply
  75. Elizabeth Smillie says

    November 25, 2013 at 11:33 am

    the amber necklaces and the Love Nourished set might be the top on my list, but it’s so hard to pick – I love everything in this one!

    Reply
  76. Stephanie Holden says

    November 25, 2013 at 11:37 am

    I love the Family Tree print from Small Moments. So special.

    Reply
  77. Ashley says

    November 25, 2013 at 11:38 am

    Loving the products from Laura with Love Nourished! Date Night in a bag sounds great!

    Reply
  78. Jessica w says

    November 25, 2013 at 12:15 pm

    I love the Peach Chevron medium zip pouch from your shop

    Reply
  79. Mal says

    November 25, 2013 at 12:17 pm

    The Birch Tree Drawing from Draw Daisies is my fave.

    Reply
  80. Erin R says

    November 25, 2013 at 12:22 pm

    Eek! Oh my work soo much gorgeousness!

    Reply
  81. Kim C. says

    November 25, 2013 at 12:29 pm

    I just ordered a Gussy scarf and can’t wait to get it!

    Reply
  82. Hannah J says

    November 25, 2013 at 12:34 pm

    LOVE the Deer Cross leggings from This Freckled Girl! SO CUTE.

    Reply
  83. Karas says

    November 25, 2013 at 12:48 pm

    great giveaway!

    Reply
  84. Penny says

    November 25, 2013 at 1:20 pm

    I use and love my gussy sews zipper pouches. They hold all my little stuff that I lose in the bottom of my purse. Yeow!

    Reply
  85. Tamara says

    November 25, 2013 at 1:27 pm

    Great giveaways! I love the baby leggings!

    Reply
  86. Jacinda says

    November 25, 2013 at 2:04 pm

    I adore the baby leggings from This Freckled Girl. I’d love some for our little girl. I also love everything Gussy Sews!

    Reply
  87. Elizabeth says

    November 25, 2013 at 2:17 pm

    Wow! Love your bags and wristlets, Little Branches, so many…..thanks for the opportunity!

    Reply
  88. Julie S. says

    November 25, 2013 at 2:21 pm

    I would LOVE the toddler leggings from The Freckled Girl!

    Reply
  89. Angie says

    November 25, 2013 at 2:27 pm

    Little Branches looks like such a neat shop!

    Reply
  90. Katie says

    November 25, 2013 at 2:53 pm

    I love the Love Nourished bundle!

    Reply
  91. Samantha says

    November 25, 2013 at 3:00 pm

    What a fantastic smorgasbord of goodies! Any gal would be lucky to win it…. and I hope it’s me :)

    Reply
  92. Joy says

    November 25, 2013 at 3:17 pm

    Oh, my! I love the arrow leggings from This Freckled Girl! They would be so adorable on my son’s chunky little toddlers legs! :)

    Reply
  93. Cindy C. says

    November 25, 2013 at 3:47 pm

    I would love to win this! I would have so any wonderful gifts to give away!

    Reply
  94. Erin says

    November 25, 2013 at 3:54 pm

    All of this shops look they have awesome stuff, but I have been really wanting a gussy bag for so long. That would be my choice! Happy Thanksgiving :)

    Reply
  95. Katy says

    November 25, 2013 at 3:58 pm

    I love Creations by K Designs’ shop!

    Reply
  96. April was in CT now CA says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:06 pm

    Love the cherry Christmas table runner at SillyMamaQuilts!

    Reply
  97. Ginny says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:45 pm

    I love the birch tree drawing from Draw Daisies!

    Reply
  98. Helen says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:58 pm

    My fav is the Cotton Candy tote/diaper bag, Limited Edition from Gussy Sews

    Reply
  99. Lindsey says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:09 pm

    I love it all, but the birch tree drawing is especially sweet.

    Reply
  100. Brittany F says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:10 pm

    My favorite is Little Branches :) Love all her stuff!

    Reply
  101. Lesley says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:26 pm

    I’ve seen Little Braches before and the sign “My Cup Overflows” is a favorite of mine. Plus I need a little Gussy in my life. <3 Thanks.

    Reply
  102. Katie says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:34 pm

    LOVE the Little Branches signs!

    Reply
  103. Ashley S says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:34 pm

    I love Little Branches’ signs! All of them!

    Reply
  104. Kaylee says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:40 pm

    I am loving the bright, fun signs from Little Branches!

    Reply
  105. Angela says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:43 pm

    Oh goodness, Draw Daisies has shrinky dinks? The personalized photography necklace is one of the coolest, cutest, most awesome things I’ve seen in a long time! I neeeeeeed one, and am going to leave the window open so my hubby gets the hint!

    Reply
  106. Becky McArthur says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:00 pm

    Fun prizes!

    Reply
  107. Sinead says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:03 pm

    A mug rug from silly mamma quilts!

    Reply
  108. Stacy says

    November 25, 2013 at 6:24 pm

    This is a GREAT giveaway! A few shops I haven’t heard of, so it is nice being introduced!

    Reply
  109. Becky Ensinger says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:07 pm

    I’d love to win!

    Reply
  110. Becki says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:10 pm

    LOVE these! How fun.

    Reply
  111. Leigh says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:54 pm

    I love gussy small zipper bags and I love Little branches Christmas signs.

    Reply
  112. Joanna says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:59 pm

    I love the creationsbykdesigns (Mint Green Poka Dot Chiffon Flower Headband)…The 1500TreeProject (Christian Tree Art)…

    Reply
  113. Mindy says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:14 pm

    I love Silly Mama Quilts Waterfront Park Centerpiece and her quilted stocking!

    Reply
  114. Liz says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:35 pm

    I just LOVE the family tree rings by Draw Daisies!

    Reply
  115. Haleigh says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:47 pm

    So much fun! Thanks for hosting

    Reply
  116. Sara S. says

    November 25, 2013 at 9:46 pm

    The thing I would be looking the most forward to getting is one of your totes!

    Reply
  117. Stacey says

    November 26, 2013 at 2:50 am

    Nicole’s site makes me want to host a dinner party!

    Reply
  118. Sarah says

    November 26, 2013 at 3:25 am

    Really enjoying the Baltic Amber Necklace….”The Autumn”! Such pretty things from everyone!

    Reply
  119. Amy Bateman says

    November 26, 2013 at 3:34 am

    So many great products, just in the giveaway, but I love the “What Does the Fox Say” poster from Small Moments. My daughter would love it!

    Reply
  120. Meghann says

    November 26, 2013 at 4:02 am

    Amazing gift guide and giveaway! Thank you for putting this together!

    Reply
  121. Cassie @ Live.Laugh.L0ve. says

    November 26, 2013 at 4:18 am

    Oh, I love so many of these items, but I am totally loving the date night in a bag! Such a great idea!!!

    Reply
  122. Brenda Melahn says

    November 26, 2013 at 5:32 am

    Oh … my favorite would have to be a gift card for Gussy Sews!! I’ve been patiently waiting until after Christmas, after bills paid, etc., etc., to get one of those GORGEOUS wallets … Merry Christmas to me? hahaha

    Reply
  123. Chandra says

    November 26, 2013 at 6:09 am

    This is a great roundup! I love so many of the prizes!!

    Reply
  124. Jess says

    November 26, 2013 at 6:40 am

    Hope I win!!! Great prizes

    Reply
  125. Lee says

    November 26, 2013 at 8:06 am

    I love the Waterfront Park mug rug in Silly Mama quilt’s etsy shop! thank you!!!

    Reply
  126. Lauren says

    November 26, 2013 at 8:37 am

    Love the purple tree from the 1500 Tree Project.

    Reply
  127. Shannon S says

    November 26, 2013 at 8:40 am

    Love the wristlets from Gussy.

    Reply
  128. mjb says

    November 26, 2013 at 8:50 am

    I like the black and gold tree ornaments.

    Reply
  129. christy Stout says

    November 26, 2013 at 9:01 am

    So fun!!! Hope I win!!! Happy Thanksgiving Maggie!!!

    Reply
  130. Lydia says

    November 26, 2013 at 9:54 am

    Love the Baby leggings from this freckled girl! Once my little love is big enough, I think she needs a couple pair!

    Reply
  131. jessica joy says

    November 26, 2013 at 9:58 am

    I LOVE those antler baby leggings from the Freckled Girl!

    Reply
  132. Jackie says

    November 26, 2013 at 10:29 am

    I am in love with the fancy foxes zippered pouch on Gussy Sews :)

    Reply
  133. Kate says

    November 26, 2013 at 10:32 am

    I love the baby leggings. I have been wanting to get some for my 5 month old!

    Reply
  134. Nikki says

    November 26, 2013 at 10:57 am

    Love!! Excited to get all my entries in!

    Reply
  135. KatieLeigh says

    November 26, 2013 at 11:00 am

    I’m so thankful to be spending another holiday with my husband’s family. This will be the second year we travel up to Phoenix from Tucson to break bread with about 30 members of our extended family. I LOVE family! <3

    I'm really liking the Little Birdie "Calm & Bright" Sign :)

    Reply
  136. Kathleen says

    November 26, 2013 at 11:24 am

    What an amazing give-away! Keeping my fingers crossed… =)

    Reply
  137. Karis says

    November 26, 2013 at 11:39 am

    I’m dying for a Gussy bag! My favorite right now is the Tangerine Dot tote!

    Reply
  138. Kjirsten says

    November 26, 2013 at 12:05 pm

    Favorite item….can I pick all of them as my favorite? They are all AWESOME and would be great to have. :)

    Reply
  139. Tonya says

    November 26, 2013 at 2:58 pm

    I really love all of the Gussy Sews products so much! I’d honestly love to win something from any of these awesome shops!

    Reply
  140. Priscilla says

    November 26, 2013 at 3:14 pm

    I like the Constellations Again mug rug from Silly Mama Quilts and the Pink Berry crocheted infinity cowl from Gussy Sews!

    Reply
  141. Shawna says

    November 26, 2013 at 3:40 pm

    I would love one of your cowls – I hope I can get one before your shop changes!

    Reply
  142. Allison says

    November 26, 2013 at 5:39 pm

    Would love to win something from these amazing shops.

    Reply
  143. Emilee says

    November 27, 2013 at 2:30 am

    I love this sign from little branches! One of my favorite hymns! http://www.shoplittlebranches.com/shop/4579644467/come-thou-fount./6461288

    Reply
  144. eva scott says

    November 27, 2013 at 4:01 am

    i adore everything little branches does! and love gussy sews!

    Reply
  145. sarah r. says

    November 27, 2013 at 5:21 am

    the gussy sews market totes :)

    Reply
  146. Jessica @Bkeepsushonest says

    November 27, 2013 at 8:20 am

    love the amber teething necklace

    Reply
  147. Ashley C says

    November 28, 2013 at 11:06 am

    I love the Dusty Gray Crocheted Infinity Cowl from Gussy Sews!

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    Reply
  148. Jenna Parsons says

    November 30, 2013 at 11:48 am

    I just love the Baltic Amber Pet Necklace from Spark of Amber!

    Reply
  149. Sarah says

    November 30, 2013 at 12:47 pm

    I love the “Joy to the world” pillow cover from Silly Mama Quilts!

    Reply
  150. Tiffany B. says

    November 30, 2013 at 3:28 pm

    Lemongrass coconut whipped sugar scrub from Lather Lovely sounds incredible!

    Reply
  151. Amy @ The Nifty Foodie says

    November 30, 2013 at 8:09 pm

    Love the Joy to the World pillow from Silly Mama Quilts!

    Reply
  152. aimymichelle says

    December 1, 2013 at 1:59 pm

    i love the cowls on gussy sews

    Reply

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ABOUT MAGGIE WHITLEY DESIGNS:
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 & delights of motherhood. Maggie and her husband, along with their four young children, live in metro-Detroit. She has been writing online since 2008.
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recent posts:

  • On writing regular letters. January 19, 2021
  • The books I hope to read this year. January 12, 2021
  • Merry Christmas! Plus, adding a little warmth to my home. December 21, 2020
  • Life around here! December 15, 2020
  • 10 “field trips” ideas for your homeschoolers (Detroit & beyond) September 2, 2020
  • 7 books we are reading aloud this year August 19, 2020
  • A fall-themed homeschool resource! August 12, 2020
  • Studying the Bible July 30, 2020

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Another batch of “fun mail” is headed out tomo Another batch of “fun mail” is headed out tomorrow :) small celebrations like this are very life giving! PS. thinking of starting a zoom book club — I need more sisterhood in my life. 👏🏻📖
The house is quiet. The heat is on. The pages are The house is quiet. The heat is on. The pages are turning. The tea is calm. 🖤☕️🧺📖
Breakfast with Buzz! If only you could see his ful Breakfast with Buzz! If only you could see his full costume and laser blaster and of course the Buzz action figure he flys around 🌟💚💙💨someone has discovered a superhero crush! #joyinmotherhood #slowmornings #surprisedbymotherhood // Landon @ 2.5yo
Today on my blog I have a list of books I hope to Today on my blog I have a list of books I hope to read this year. Plus my reading goal for the year. And a few practicals ways I fit in reading as a mama of four young children & homeschooling them. Basically, all the good stuff ☺️💓📖 #maggiewhitleydotcom #readersofinstagram #read #readmorebooks
It was the perfect opportunity to rearrange the fu It was the perfect opportunity to rearrange the furniture as we took the tree down Tuesday midday. Def one of my fav things to do.🎄👋🏻 We made it through our first week back to school since mid-December! It was rough to begin but ended with high fives. ⭐️✏️This morning I zoomed with a mama friend and I’m impressed with the many topics we covered. Sisterhood is sooooo necessary! ☕️👩🏽‍🤝‍👩🏼

Just a few cheery memories from my week! How about you?
Book reading! One of my best “Maggie” activiti Book reading! One of my best “Maggie” activities. I finished my last book moments before 2020 ended, which brought my started list to a close. Small joys add up to big joys ;)

What are you reading this year? Currently?

How many books are you planning to read? What’s your goal?

I’ll share what’s on my list for 2021 soon as I received some nice titles at Christmas. 📖✨🤍
We’re driving home in the dark of the winter nig We’re driving home in the dark of the winter night after a beautiful, hard & intentional couple of days working on a project ✨I’m committed to work on this this year; 2021 is already great. 🤩🤐😘
Ohhhhh, this year. Ohhhh, specifically these last Ohhhhh, this year. Ohhhh, specifically these last 3 months. I’ve had more anxiety than ever, and it’s seriously putting me on my knees in prayer —almost daily. My mind and chest aren’t unfamiliar of the attacks, but the grip it’s had on me since September has been so strong. The attacks are painful. But... Worship music has been one of my main healers. 🎶I know God is close to the broken-hearted (Psalm 34:18), and singing this truth really soothes me. Social media has been a big trigger for anxiety for me. I don’t want to “miss out on my life”, which is why I’ve hugely stepped back in posting and scrolling. 

One song in particular comes to mind:

“We step into Freedom. 
We step into all you have for us.” -Bethel Music & Jenn Johnson

There IS freedom from the anxiety attacks. For me: music, scripture, eating healthy, vitamins, rest, crying, prayer, honesty — these things help tremendously. Also getting up and MOVING when my anxiety sits on me like a boulder, that helps too. 🖤

Another soothing truth is from the end of Psalm 34:19 — “many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the lord delivers him of them all.”

Seriously. Thank you lord. Thank you for music and for rest and for the words in your book. I need them. I need You. I need Your freedom. I trust you’ll deliver me.
Nearing the end of my “20 letters in 20 weeks” Nearing the end of my “20 letters in 20 weeks” challenge. Many stayed in Michigan, but mail was also sent to Colorado, Texas, California, Indiana, and Arizona. I loved this personal exercise! I have just one question: who will be my pen-pal for 2021? ✏️💌
We piled in the car this morning for a nature walk We piled in the car this morning for a nature walk. When I finally walked out and sat down, they shouted, “THE QUEEN! EVERYBODY CHEER FOR THE QUEEN!” (yes, they really call me that...☺️💓☺️)

I brought our basket of mittens and gloves and hats. The older two brought RC cars. Bauer the dog came along; we had a wonderful time on our walk.

The afternoon was harder, but overall the day was sandwiched between two really sweet time slots.

Bedtime tonight was wonderful. We read two chapters from our read aloud and Max lost another baby tooth.

This job I have, it really wears me down AND fills me up. It’s a constant take away AND fill up. Even when the moments feel so fitful, I know the story is rich. 

🕯🌙 Hello, sweet slumber. You’re carrying my babies away to a peaceful land. Goodnight, my children. Goodnight.

#motherhood #motherhoodunplugged #motherhoodissanctifying #naturewalk #michigan
There’s a woman on Instagram I check on every co There’s a woman on Instagram I check on every couple of weeks because she is so sparkly & cheerful. She shares little pep talks, she wears fuchsia lipstick. She says, “like so, like that” when she’s explaining something. She’s a hoot. I love the joy that bursts from her eyes when she talks. In her own unique ways, her perspectives pull back the fog I often find myself in. I’m a weary mama, and her energy and gentleness feels nurturing, though I haven’t met her... I would love to meet her. 👩🏽‍🤝‍👩🏼I’m inspired by the snippets of life she shares online. Thank you, Tabitha for sharing your light. 🕯💓💄🌿@iamtabithabrown
What has kept you and your home busy as of late? F What has kept you and your home busy as of late? For us, it’s this…

The sound of Julia Robert’s calming voice is playing in the background of our playroom. Yesterday we finished another read aloud, Charlotte’s Web, so today my children are watching the movie. Knowing in-detail the lessons they are learning, along with reading books together, definitely adds to the joy of motherhood; the joy of teaching my children and being with them for so many hours each day. We experience so much together. Even when things feel chaotic at home, when I can’t call something by the correct name they still long to be near me and work alongside me. Tired has been a dear companion to me for the last seven years, but my children are gentle with their responses.

💞💬More on my blog! #maggiewhitleydotcom
It’s the season of perpetual hope. 🎄✨📖Of It’s the season of perpetual hope. 🎄✨📖Of books that shape our minds, of anticipation, of creative projects that mar our kiddos clothing (but morph our memories into beauty). Oh right! There are cookies cooling on the counter — gotta go! ✌🏻
Keeping my hands busy (making wooden bead garland Keeping my hands busy (making wooden bead garland for our tree; link posted to Stories) and my mind inspired (watching HGTV). I really enjoy the quiet of the evening after a full, rich day. God is so kind to give this to me today. What have you received today? 🎄💫📿
This guy is my steady; my Zack. This is a latergra This guy is my steady; my Zack. This is a latergram from October, from one of our many fall adventures with the kids. We had so many fun day trips, I don’t even remember where this was taken 👏🏻⭐️. I’m gonna guess Cranbrook Gardens.
This morning I sat on the front porch and read my This morning I sat on the front porch and read my book & drank coffee. The birds were with me, nearly a hundred of them. Fluttering from rooftop to treetop to hiding inside the bushes. So beautiful and calm. Mother culture... the path to joy in motherhood & homemaking.
Well kiddos, we had a great summer together! 🥳👏🏻🛴⛱🍦🤸🏼‍♀️🎨🎹🏊🏻‍♂️🧺🎠📚📺🍿🌿🌷☀️🚲

Thanks for coming along with me to the pool, nature trails, the park, hosting friends in our backyard, reading adventures, popcorn & movie night, art, planting flowers, planting a garden, bike rides, neighborhood walks, lake swimming, and supplying the ice cream truck w/ roughly $84 this summer. 

I loved our time together! 🥰🧒🏼👩🏻👧🏼🧒🏻

And the great news is this: we have autumn to enjoy together, too! 👏🏻🌾🍃🍂 so thankful.
Even if you don’t have students learning at home Even if you don’t have students learning at home, these ten “field trip” ideas will give your day a boost. 

When your mind feels foggy, step outside. When your home feels too small or too big, step outside. When the bickering is loud or your internal criticism is high, step outside. 

Give yourself (and your family) the joy of an adventure away from the home. 

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It’s come to my realization there’s plenty of It’s come to my realization there’s plenty of time these days to craft a letter when I wash dishes, take my kids on a walk, or take care of our garden. All that silence, it makes my internal monologue even louder 🤣. 

Many times we are out & about in the neighborhood and I think, “oh the flowers surrounding your porch are lovely!” Or, “wow” (to the elderly man) “you have such a great smile, thanks for sharing it with us!” Wouldn’t it be great to jot that down in a card and send it through the mail as well?

We are always in need of community & kind words! 🌷💬

I remember many years ago, when nearly pregnant with another baby and our personal finances were THE PITS, my best friend came over with $500 cash. Just to bless us. She also included a personal note. Of course, I’ve always known how special personal notes are, but this card really meant so much.

And so I’ve decided as the year-end nears: wouldn’t it be nice to send a letter a week for the final 20 weeks we have left in 2020. Me thinks so 🙂. 

Community & kind words: I’m coming for you!

PS. wanna join me in sending 20 cards by Dec. 31?
🖤working on our school room, mid-process update 🖤working on our school room, mid-process update! this wall is inspired by @mygrandparentschair 👏🏻 

I saw her feature in a recent issue of “Better Homes & Gardens” and I was all 🤩🤩over her foyer. I’m using 1/2” black masking tape (mistake-making friendly) instead of paint, also renter friendly. 

Working on this project has been so good for my mental health. Doing > worrying.
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