joy in motherhood, homemaking, faith & simple living
I feel kinda like Oprah, with all of the giveaways we’ve been having here on Gussy Sews! And there’s nothing funner (tee hehe) than giving away fun prizes! Except maybe chatting about handmade and chasing dreams ;) But back to the giveaway… Today we have three super fun prizes from our sponsors, plus a gift… [Read More]
If there’s anything I’ve learned over the last five years blogging and running a handmade shop, it’s this: when passion is inside me I must chase it. Do you remember when I started writing things in my blog posts like, “I have so much to share, but I don’t know where to begin” or, “I… [Read More]
said with a whisper of excitement — I’m delighted to share with you our 2013 Christmas family photo. This season is unlike any we’ve ever experienced. There’s an abundance of comfort for us to rest in, knowing we are saved through Christ; an abundance of joy to hold close to our hearts. “He has saved… [Read More]
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… [Read More]
Every year we sell out of some of my favorite items inside my shop before the holiday shopping season is over — I suppose that’s a good thing though, right? ;) So this year I’m trying something new and we’re getting started a bit early with some pre-sales. I must be on an orange kick… [Read More]
The holidays are nearing — can you believe Christmas is in less than 5 weeks? In between now and the end of the year are multiple holidays, ones that gather our communities for thanksgiving and merriment and hope. If you’re looking for hostess gift for a party you’ve been invited to, or if you’re looking… [Read More]
Over the weekend we went to a birthday party for the cutest 4-year-old we know, Mr. Brayden! The theme was backyard camping and it was ridiculously cute. We ate tacos and yummy s’more cupcakes, there was a camping photobooth (above) and so we jumped on that opportunity for a family photo. Once the sun set… [Read More]
So, here’s the deal: I’ve been wanting to write more. Not just posts that are easy to write, but posts that are harder to write. I like the challenge, but in all honesty I feel like I’m being prompted into this challenge. Sharing more about our journey and what it’s really like to run a… [Read More]
Living in Los Angeles hasn’t been the easiest thing I’ve ever done. snort — But then again, since we got married, what really has been super easy? We have often chosen the more difficult road, the bumpier road, the more adventurous road, the more “this is what God is telling us to do” road, and… [Read More]
