{noteworthy links — staying inspired, a recipe, sponsor discounts + more}

{living with kids :: Design Mom}

NOTEWORTHY LINKS FROM THE PAST WEEK:

* online shop hosting by elise blaha — a detailed post on how to use e.junkie

* how to stay inspired as an entrepreneur {video}

* on how I DON’T do it all by naptime diaries — oh how I heart this post!

* the world doesn’t need MORE stuff, it needs YOUR stuff by designing an mba

* “somebody that I used to know” by WOTE {video} — umm, amazing

* black bean recipe by bleubird vintage — don’t look at this if you’re hungry ;)

* a bajillion indie biz tips by going home to roost — wowza!

* quick + chunky ribbed crochet cowl {tutorial} by compulsive craftiness — I used this pattern to create a dozen cowls last winter, and since Minnesota is notorious for being cold at weird times I don’t doubt I’ll be wearing a cowl this summer, around the campfire

* 11 expert tips on how to set life- and business-changing goals for the new year by forbes — or anytime of year ;D

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*new* SPONSOR SHOUT OUT + DISCOUNT CODES, EXCLUSIVE TO THE GUSSY SEWS COMMUNITY:

* {jewelry} Christina Marie Studio :: I heart this necklace — Use code GUSSY20 for 20% off of your entire order, expires June 30

* {customized ornaments} SarEi :: here’s MY custom ornament, isn’t it beautiful + perfect? :) — Use code GR8GIFT10 for 10% off, expires July 31

* {accessories, kids} Snugars :: I am going crazy over this cute hat

* {apparel} Stacy Lynn :: the perfect summer skirt — Use code GUSSYSEWS for 15% off anything in their shop, expires June 15

* {fabric} The Fabric Fairy :: I’d love some leggings made from this print — Use code EMERALD for 5% off your entire order, expires May 31

* {shoes, kids} Gracious May :: loving this pair of mary janes

* {upcycled jewelry} Mama Marchand :: the prettiest colors, paired as earrings — Use code GUSSYSEWS for 20% off, expires June 15

* {paper goods} Rainy Day Colors :: I have to select the entire category of paper tags, I love them all! — Use code GUSSYRULES for 15% off, expires June 15

* {notions + crafts} Sweet Little Chickadee :: LOVING this embroidery pattern — Use code GUSSYSEWS at checkout on all orders over $25 and receive a free surprise gift, expires June 15

* {polymer clay jewelry} Creme de la Gems :: this ring is “coming soon” and I WANT ONE when it arrives, don’t you?!

* {baby shoes} Lavalya :: yellow ballerina baby shoes? oh for cuteness! — Use code GUSSYSEWS20 for 20% off, expires May 22 at 10pm Pacific

* {jewelry} HorseFeathers Gifts :: loving the colors in this bracelet — Use code GUSSYSEWS for 30% off their entire site, expires  May 31

* {custom home design boards} Drawstring Studio :: wowza, look at the rooms they’ve designed! — Use code GUSSYSEWS and save 10% on items inside their Etsy shop, expires May 21 ~ TONIGHT!

Interested in seeing your shop here? Contact Cambria {cambria AT gusyssews DOT com} for our advertising rates. xo

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HAPPY WEEKENDING! ♥