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{my 1916 Singer sewing machine ~ detail shots}

October 11, 2010 · 11 Comments
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It’s been one week since I shared with you my 1916 Singer sewing machine. We’ve found the most perfect place for it in our home: in my office, just outside the door to my sewing room. It’s so amazing to look at and a great source of encouragement. I’m in love love love. PS. The… [Read More]

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{Pregnancy & Newborn magazine feature}

October 10, 2010 · 20 Comments
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Friday morning I received an email, Hi Gussy! I’ve been reading your blog for about the last 6 months or so — I came in right as you were quitting your job to “do Gussy” full-time. What an exciting achievement and very encouraging for me personally! I just wanted to shoot you a quick email… [Read More]

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{share with us…}

October 9, 2010 · 11 Comments
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{photo credit} What’s your story? I’d love to read it :] You can read mine here.

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{featured artists :: The Modern Marigold, Crow and Iris, Vintage Treasure Huntn & Pretty Tape}

October 8, 2010 ·
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This giveaway is now closed. Here at Gussy has a lot to say {and sew} we love to look at all things beautiful. Beautiful items that encourage creativity; beautiful items that we can use to share with others. Today is week #31 of my series on Featured Artists, which is a bi-monthly event showcasing fun… [Read More]

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{guest blogger :: 30days}

October 7, 2010 · 10 Comments
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Mique is here with 30days to share with the Gussy community a few tips on handmade gift giving {umm, yeow!} I met Mique for the first time at The Creative Connection last month and she’s just as fabulous as I knew her to be online. I know you’ll love her, too :] You can also… [Read More]

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{I can’t get enough of you, my Singer baby.}

October 6, 2010 · 18 Comments
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Since recently owning a 1916 Singer sewing machine, and since recently blogging about it {more photos to come, I promise!}, and recently locking eyes with it {is that TMI?}, I’ve found online some amazing, gorgeous, “wow” antique sewing machine photos to share. One of my favorite sites to search for pictures is www.weheartit.com. There’s so… [Read More]

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{winner, cute dolls & tours}

October 5, 2010 · 11 Comments
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I’m here with a few fun updates… hooray! :] The first is the winner of the September sponsor feature/giveaway post. Woo hoo to Mrs. Lusher ~ she wrote: *** The second update is this darling doll — Sarah {a Gussy blog reader} emailed me, saying “…this doll with the pretty curls and the dress made… [Read More]

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{P.O.S.H. — a Chicago shop}

October 5, 2010 · 17 Comments
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Let the inspiration surround you… Last weekend, when Zack drove down to Chicago and I chatted his little ear off, we stopped at this amazing shop called P.O.S.H. Chicago. There was so much loveliness to look at — housewares, antique hotel silver, glassware, things for kids — oh, they had such C U T E… [Read More]

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{final call…}

October 4, 2010 · 1 Comment
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I wanted to send one final call for the Holiday Gift Guide. This is such a fabulous opportunity to promote your handmade shop during October, November and December. Traffic on the Gussy Sews blog had already picked up, which is amazing and exciting. If you’re interested, click over to this post for more information and… [Read More]

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{a SURPRISE! trip to Chicago.}

October 4, 2010 · 23 Comments
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Once upon a time, Zack and Maggie hopped in the car and drove from the Twin Cities to the Windy City. Zack drove, Maggie sat next to him and edited photos. And Maggie talked. And Zack nodded and uh-huh’d when necessary. They arrived in Chicago, had a F U N weekend with pals, and partied… [Read More]

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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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