joy in motherhood, homemaking, faith & simple living
I’ve been gathering a small stash of products from my Gussy Sews and Caroline-made collections and they’re now available for sale (similar to an auction) on Instagram! Above is just a sampling of what’s available, follow my separate account @maggiewhitleycloset for all of the products and details. Within this Instagram sale are a few different… [Read More]
Many years ago, I was a newlywed fresh to the handmade scene. To be specific, it was over seven years ago that I had discovered Etsy.com, and I was obsessed with the idea that women my age knew how to run a successful handmade business while working from an inspiring studio space. Aka: home :)… [Read More]
I confess: the weeks are flying by with this pregnancy! Of course this is a little expected as my daily goal is to keep up with our two toddlers (what? toddlers?). Since we’ve had a variety of pregnancy, delivery, and post-partum experiences, maybe it’s to help put the kibosh on any unnecessary worries? That would… [Read More]
Just like you, I’m a busy gal with a lot of things going on, and I don’t anticipate that changing anytime soon. I’m a wife, a mama of two toddlers, currently 20 weeks pregnant with our third babe, a creative, a book worm, a small group go-er, the list goes on. But ePantry has stepped… [Read More]
Hey creatives, all weekend long our Building a Business eBook on sale for just $9 USD! Simply use code “GOBUILD25” at checkout and you’ll automatically save 25%. Elise and I have poured our hearts into this book, sharing our full (honest) business stories, real-life advice on HOW to get over the hurdles your facing, and… [Read More]
Yesterday afternoon, as the sun set, we celebrated Friendsgiving with three of my dear friends. I’m thrilled the holiday season is upon us. We gathered at a park near Santa Monica airport with our families, including our six kids (+ two pregnant bellies), and it was a blessed evening. These friends bring me much joy;… [Read More]
As a naturally curious person, I thought it would be fun to document what “a day in the life” looks like for our family. This is definitely a busy season of life for me, having two little children to care for and a third on the way in April. If you are also naturally curious,… [Read More]
When we were planning Natalie’s first birthday, the memories of celebrating with our family and friends were sure to be great, but we didn’t want any of them to feel obligated to bring her a gift. And, I didn’t want any more toys ;) Instead, we gave our guests the option to opt out of… [Read More]
Dear Natalie Rose, on the eve of your First Birthday, I am gathered here with nearly 365 days of memories that are glimmered with you. We learned you were joining our family back in February of last year, and since that day we waited with anticipation for your birth. We quickly learned you were a… [Read More]
