Maggie Whitley from Gussy Sews has a great community on her blog where there is lots of discussion of inspiration, and business building, and crafting.

I had the pleasure of putting together this simple tutorial for a table runner to share with her readers who are interested in a simple sewing project with some "gussy" ruffle inspired elements.

Here's a few more details showing the applique process:

You can find the full tutorial over at GUSSY SEWS!

And don't forget, through Monday, August 15th at 10am EST - use the code DogDays and receive 30% off patterns and more in my etsy store before it closes for an extended break.