Evangelina's Closet

Another Thursday bring us another Exquisite Friend of the Week. Today we'll have the opportunity to meet Nikki and her fabulous store named Evangelina's Closet. She creates unique jewelry and clothing that are fun to wear. 

Let's meet Nikki!

Pelhuaz: What's your name?       

Nikki: Nikki

Pelhuaz: If you were on an island and could only bring 3 things, what would you bring?             

Nikki: My daughter, my jewelry making kit and a fully staffed five star hotel

Pelhuaz: If we came to your house for dinner, what would you prepare for us?  

Nikki: I have takeout on speed dial- What would you like?

Pelhuaz: If you were a Star Trek® [or Star Wars®] character, which one would it be?             

Nikki: Princess Leia- Who wouldn't want to be a princess with a blaster?

Pelhuaz: What do you do when you are alone in your car?           
Nikki: I do the usual things; sing to myself, carry on a one sided conversation about what project I'm working on, remember all the things I forgot to bring with me, work on my lines for the latest community theater production I'm in....

Pelhuaz: What's your superpower?         

Nikki: Multitasking

Pelhuaz: Who do you consider your sidekick?     

Nikki: My Golden Retriever Luna

Women's Dinosaur Fashion Bracelet

Pelhuaz: What is your favorite item available at your store? Provide a pic link.     

Nikki: My favorites change all the time. Right now my new line of animal jewelry is a favorite this Women's Dinosaur Fashion Bracelet

Pelhuaz: What do you wish you had known before you started? 

Nikki: I wish I would have had a better handle on social media and networking. It is such a major part of owning a successful small business and I was totally clueless when I started out.

Pelhuaz: When did you open your Store (anniversary)?  
Nikki: 2/17/2012

Pelhuaz: What motivates/inspires you?  

Nikki: I'm inspired by things I see every day. If you're standing behind me in line at the grocery store and say something funny, you may see it on a t-shirt a week later. Or my daughter will ask me for a certain bracelet or shirt and it will turn into the latest design in my shop.

Pelhuaz: Imagine that I’m planning to open Pelhuaz, and I don’t know a thing about managing a Small Business, what will be your best advice?         

Nikki: Just get started. Period. Planning is great, planning is necessary. But you can only plan so much before you DO. If you aren't careful you'll plan your life away and never get to the doing portion of things. That's where the fun is.


Pelhuaz: What's the name of your Small Business?  
Nikki: Evangelina's Closet

Pelhuaz: Why did you decide to open it?

Nikki: I was suddenly an unemployed single parent. I had a heat press, a lot of geeky design ideas and a need to support my little family.

Nikki and Evangelina's Closet can be found in Facebook, IG and Tumblr. Visit her and let her know that Pelhuaz sent you. 

Hope your day is full of great moments. Enjoy!

Besos,
Zei

Times is running fast!

Another Happy Monday! Can you imagine that I'm just 8 week away from my due date? The house is almost ready, and I haven't been able to make the Welcome Party for Jorge Sebastian. 

As the weirdo that I am, I'm not a fan of Baby Showers and the games and the silly stuff. I do love having everyone around, the get-together, the BBQ's, and spending time with our family and friends. As that's the case, I'm planning a BBQ that will be the Welcome Party for the Baby Boy. In that way the family and friends can bring their gifts without the annoying part of the games.

This week at the Exquisite Friend of the Week, I have a new interview with a new friend. She creates unique jewelry and clothing that are fun to wear. Don't missed it! 

Besos,

Zei

  

Pelhuaz Exquisite Friend of the Week: Móhu

The first time I saw a Fluffy Llama, I felt in love with Lauren's work. She's a talented artist that make so many beautiful things with a fabulous and unique style. I was a little timid to ask her for an interview, but she's so great that said yes without hesitations... Yay! And this is more exciting as tomorrow is Móhu Store Anniversary. Congratulations!!!!!!

Today, I will introduce you to Lauren and her fabulous shop Móhu.

Pelhuaz: What's your name?

Lauren: Lauren

Pelhuaz: Describe yourself in 5 words?

Lauren: Small, quiet, shy, creative, wooly  

   

Pelhuaz: If you could sing one song on American Idol or any other TV Show, what would it be?

Lauren: Swing life Away' by Rise Against     

Pelhuaz: If you were on an island and could only bring 3 things, what would you bring?

Lauren: My husband, wool, and knitting needles. 

Pelhuaz: If we came to your house for dinner, what would you prepare for us?  

Lauren: Teriyaki flavour chicken, with steamed Jasmine rice, and stir-fried vegetables.   

Pelhuaz: If you were a Star Trek® [or Star Wars®] character, which one would it be?

Lauren: Yoda 

Pelhuaz: What is the last book you read? 

Lauren: The Complete Sherlock Holmes.      

Pelhuaz: Tell us about your Small Business… Why did you decide to open Móhu?

Lauren: My small business is called Móhu. I make and sell various cute things, like crocheted soft toys, dainty jewellery, stationery, and art. Móhu started off as a side project, just for fun. I really enjoyed it, so after a while it turned into a proper business.     

Pelhuaz: What is your favorite item available at Móhu?

Lauren: It's hard to choose, but this little crocheted deer is one of my favorites, a Little Deer:

Pelhuaz: What do you wish you had known before you started?

Lauren: There are lots of things that you learn along the way when running a business. Branding, product design, and photography are some things that I didn't know much about when I started. But I really enjoy the process of learning, and it wouldn't be nearly as fun and interesting if I knew them all to begin with.   

Pelhuaz: When is your Store Anniversary?

Lauren: Jul 25

Pelhuaz: Imagine that I’m planning to open Pelhuaz, and I don’t know a thing about managing a Small Business, what will be your best advice?  

Lauren: It's important to have a goal or direction when you start a business. That way, all your decisions can be made based on that direction. It's also good to be open to learning and changing. Read everything you can about managing a business, and learn from others who are more experienced.

I always shared my favorites after looking around the shops but I love the Llamas, so I didn't have to look further to pick this one... :) 

This is the cutest thing EVER!

The lovely Stars

Móhu also make exclusive jewelry, and I love this Red Rose Bracelet

You can find Móhu at her Blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you want to know more about her, just click at the link and have some fun looking at all her products!

Lauren is having a celebration at her site and you can participate of such amazing event. Just click here and have some fun.

Thank you for taking the time to read about the Exquisite Lauren and her Shop!

Besos,
Zei

Pelhuaz' Anniversary Giveaway Winners Annoucement

I have to thanks everyone who took a moment to celebrate with me this fabulous milestone! Today, 8 happy winners will get the chance to claim their prizes from the Pelhuaz Anniversary Giveaway. 

Good luck to everyone and hope you are one of the lucky winners.  

And the winners are:

For Adore by Nat 30% off Discount to use at the store is Anji Mae (Claimed!)

For Unique Creations by Tracy $15 Store Credit is Jenna Doneff (Claimed!)

For Mohu Pink Flower Bracelet is Brandie Morel

For Violet's Buds Mystery Grab Bag full of hair accessories worth $25, with free shipping in the US is Nathalie Hermawan
(Claimed!)

For Pelhuaz Charm Bracelet is Tracy McDermott  (Claimed!)

And for Pelhuaz's 3 Cute Charms the winners are: 
1. Melissa Burger, 
2. Mary Helene, (Claimed!)
3. Cara LeAnn Harmon








If you are a winner remember that you have 48hrs to claim your prize. If not claimed after that period of time, another winner will be selected. After you claim it, the vendor will be contacting you in order to complete the delivery arrangements. 

I had a lot of fun with this anniversary celebration, and hope you had enjoy it, as well. Ohhh, and don't missed the Exquisite Friend of this week... Those llamas are to die for! 



Besos,

Pelhuaz Exquisite Friend of the Week: Gentle Whisper

The diversity of artist at the Handmade Community is so vast that you can satisfy your cravings for new and fabulous things. Looking around Jasmine store, I found so many beautiful things that I have to share it with you. 

Let's meet the exquisite Jasmine, owner of Gentle Whisper.

Pelhuaz: What's your name?       

Jasmine: Jasmine Cotto

Pelhuaz: If you were on an island and could only bring 3 things, what would you bring?             

Jasmine: Food,my son,and my beads!


Pelhuaz: If we came to your house for dinner, what would you prepare for us?  
Jasmine: My Homemade Seafood Gumbo

Pelhuaz: What's your superpower?         

Jasmine: Creating With My Hands

Pelhuaz: Who do you consider your sidekick?     
Jasmine: My Tools


Pelhuaz: What do you do when you are alone in your car?           
Jasmine: turn off the music and enjoy the silence :)

Pelhuaz: If you were a Star Trek® [or Star Wars®] character, which one would it be?             

Jasmine: Princess Leia

Pelhuaz: Why did you decide to open it?

Jasmine: I'm a young mom and once my son was born i had no job or anything to do but take care of him, one day my mom said i need a hobby or to keep myself busy instead of watching tv all day so we went to Walmart and got a few hemp jewelry instruction books for $1 each and it all started from there now i love making jewelry and cant STOP! I love it so much, the possibilities are endless. ^ ^

Pelhuaz: What is your favorite item available at your store?

Jasmine: I am very proud of this ring because it was actually the first time ive made something without getting an idea from somewhere els, i thought of it on my own i just let the wire do what it wanted and it became something beautiful <3

Elegant Swirls Ring

Pelhuaz: What do you wish you had known before you started? 
Jasmine: To never give up and keep going because there were a few times that i did want to quit and stop making jewelry, because i would see so many people with pieces way better or much beautiful then mine but you cant think like that you have to keep your head up and keep going if you have a true passion for what you are love.

Pelhuaz: When did you open your Store (anniversary)?  

Jasmine: 8/18/2013


Pelhuaz: What motivates/inspires you?  
Jasmine: The love and support that i have from friends and family saying to keep going.

Pelhuaz: Imagine that I’m planning to open Pelhuaz, and I don’t know a thing about managing a Small Business, what will be your best advice?         
Jasmine: To try your best and not to give up so quickly if you don't make sales fast because there will always be someone out there who would like to buy your items you just have to work hard and find them of get them to come to you.


Pelhuaz: What's the name of your Small Business?          
Jasmine: Gentle Whisper

I really enjoyed doing this interview. Jasmine is so talented. My favorite item from her store is this gorgeous necklace. What's yours?

You can find Jasmine at her store or on IG. Notice than Gentle Whisper offer free shipping on all items and a free mystery piece of jewelry when customers spent $25 or more. 

Thanks you so much for your time and tho read about Jasmine and her fabulous Small Biz Gentle Whisper. 

Don't forget that the Pelhuaz' Anniversary Celebration Giveaway still running and ends July 20 at 12:00 AM EST. Open to Residents of the US only. Winners will be notified on July 21 at Pelhuaz’ Blog. To enter just click the link.

Good Luck and thanks again for celebrating with me this fabulous and exquisite milestone!

Besos,

Zei