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{design updates + a Gussy Sews community survey}

January 9, 2012 · 24 Comments
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Over the weekend I finally did something I’ve been wanting to do for weeks: update my blog header with something a little more timeless. I love the idea of including photos but they seem to become dated as the seasons change {something I’ve learned over the last 3.5 years; more on this in an upcoming… [Read More]

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{noteworthy links — indie biz, Pinterest, celebration cake}

January 7, 2012 · 12 Comments
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DIY: succulents in a jar NOTEWORTHY LINKS FROM THIS PAST WEEK: * 10 tips for bloggers ~ how not to be a cookie cutter blogger * Six ways to add value for your customers without having a sale * When will you carve out time for your business? * celebration cake {DIY} — yummers! *… [Read More]

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{my week[s] in Instagram pics + a Gussy shop update!}

January 6, 2012 · 22 Comments
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What a crazy + busy + awesome + relaxing few weeks we’ve had! Zack, Bauer and I drove to Michigan two weeks ago and spent nearly a full week with both sides of our families. It was so wonderful to be with them… so refreshing! Just what we needed I think :] Today I’m linking… [Read More]

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{this little doggie…}

January 4, 2012 · 40 Comments
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this little doggie… he is just the best. he’s the best companion, the best little traveler, the best snuggler! both ways, driving to MI and then back to MN for our Christmas vacation, Bauer slept on my lap in the car and hardly made a peep. when it was my turn to drive he would… [Read More]

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{on becoming an expert in your field + a list of my favorite books}

January 2, 2012 · 56 Comments
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Three years ago I was determined to start my own business. In all honesty, I had no clue back then what I was doing when I started sewing, but the thought of feeling challenged and LOVING my job was so exciting to me — so important, that I pushed hard to make it happen. I… [Read More]

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{Hope Ink + Indie Shopography giveaway winners!}

December 31, 2011 · 5 Comments
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Yay – it’s time to announce the winners of two recent giveaways! Thanks so much to everyone that entered, and for all the help sharing the giveaways with your online communities. Zack, Bauer and I are in Michigan with family for the holidays, so we’re wishing you a Happy New Year from our home state!… [Read More]

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{Bauer’s Daybook — 11th edition}

December 30, 2011 · 8 Comments
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music by mumford & sons dear friends, every night, since our first snowfall, i pray for more snow. but every morning i wake up and none has fallen. so instead of feeling sad i just re-play this fun memory of when the pretty lady in my life took me on a walk. when we head… [Read More]

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{my top 10 referrers from 2011 ~ thank you!}

December 28, 2011 · 7 Comments
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jo blake When I started blogging three years ago I really didn’t expect to be here. Not that I thought I’d be anywhere specific, but I couldn’t have dreamt these last few years had I tried. I’m so grateful for 2011 and all that it brought this blog and my family ~ I hope you… [Read More]

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{my week in Instagram pics}

December 23, 2011 · 19 Comments
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yay — it’s friday! today i’m sharing my week in Instagram pics {also linking up with life rearranged}. if you have an iPhone you can follow along with me, my username is GussySews :] since i always have my phone nearby this is the easiest way to capture all the fun moments, quickly. plus i… [Read More]

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{my cowl necklace + other things i’m obsessed with}

December 21, 2011 · 28 Comments
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so, a wee bit ago my friend jacqui and i decided to swap products. i sent her a Gussy wristlet + headband, she sent me 2 cowl necklaces {in orchid + blush}. and something weird happened — i can’t take them off. just like the cowl scarf i received from prairieologie. if i’m not wearing… [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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