Pelhuaz Exquisite Friend: The Plush Plum

I met Lani and her amazing store The Plush Plum, when I was looking for stores to be featured in January. I really liked her from the start due to her happy personality and her fabulous creative talent.

This week we'll be featuring her at the blog. We encourage you to support the Small Business. Keep in mind that when you do, you become part of a Mom/Dad's supporting group!

Here's my new Exquisite Friend Lani!

Pelhuaz: What's your name?

Lani: Lani Almaguer                

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

Lani: A huge container full of my craft supplies. A mattress. And Henry Cavil (actor who plays superman). 
  

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

Lani: Pizza. I'm not a very good chef.            

Pelhuaz: What's your superpower?         

Lani: My keen ability to do many things at the same time.    

   

Pelhuaz: Who do you consider your sidekick?     

Lani: Brittany and Bertha. Brittany is my #1 Fan, who is also my cheerleader when I', in a rut and Bertha is my wonderful, never fails me, brother sewing machine.

  
Pelhuaz: What do you do when you are alone in your car?           

Lani: Sing and dance of course!     

Pelhuaz: What motivates/inspires you?  

Lani: Fabric inspires me.  My love of sewing dolls and animals also inspires me. My children motivate me. I want them to see me succeed and learn what it's like to start from the bottom and still be successful.

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

Lani: Captain Jean Luc Picard. Make it so!                     

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

Lani: The Plush Plum

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

Lani: 9/10/2013

Pelhuaz: Why did you decide to open it?

Lani: The initial reason for opening was to attempt to help bring in some money to pay bills. After about 6 months, it became more of something I'm doing because. I absolutely love it. And now I do it because it's my passion I love what I do. Love to see the happy faces of my customers after they receive their huggable doll or animal.  I would love to grow my business as well. But overall, i do it for the love.         

Pelhuaz: What is your favorite item available at your store? Provide a pic link. 
Lani:   I love the Allison doll. I think she's so cute.   

        

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

Lani: How to manage my time better. It's a constant struggle i deal with.        

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?

Lani: Don't give up when times seem bad. Always be positive and communicate frequently with your customers. Take time off for yourself. To recharge. And always have fun!           

            

Hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did. Thanks to Lani, I'm looking for a name to me Brother Sewing Machine. :D If you want to know more about Lani and her amazing store, you can find her in Facebook and on the Etsy store. 

The Plush Plum will grant a lucky winner a Special Discount. You just need to visit her Facebook page and give her a "like". Document your visit here so we'll be able to include your name at the drawing. 


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Thank you so much for stopping by and enjoy your day!

Besitos,
Zei    

Love Ring Giveaway Winner

It's Monday again, and a fabulous week is ahead of us. I have so many plans for this week. I want to completely arrange the products at Pelhuaz Store. Many items will be soon on sale, so stay tune!

As you already know last week we run our first Giveaway of the Year and is time to announce the happy winner of this fabulous ring...

  
And the winner is Vanessa Prieto!

Congrats Vanessa!!!! Wujuu!!!! You have 48 hours to claim your prize. Send us an email, tweet us, or comment either on our Facebook Page or here on the blog. If we don't hear from you, a new winner will be selected.


Enjoy your week! 

Besitos,
Zei

Pelhuaz Gift Ideas for San Valentine's Day

The Holidays can be brutal over our budget and you thank the Lord that are finally over. You haven't recover from such hurricane and you start noticing stores full of hearts and chocolates... And you realize that Valentine's Day is next. 

Don't freak out! Pelhuaz have the perfect statement-jewelry and the prices are friendly to your budget (or what's left of it!). 

All these beauties are available at Pelhuaz Store. Use code LOVE2015 to receive a 30% off the entire purchase. Take advantage of this opportunity today. 

There are so many wonderful handmade store out there, specially my Indie A Listers Friends. If you are not into the jewelry gift thing, and preferred attire or other goods, right now if you purchase from an Indie A-List business, you can earn a “sticker” for the corresponding month of your purchase and win amazing prizes. Soon, I'll dedicate a post to this amazing program. For more details click here. 

And for those of you that feel lucky, here's a fun giveaway. Enter to win an unique Love Ring.




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Note: Giveaway ends January 25 at 12:00 AM EST. Open to Residents of the US only. The winner will be notified on January 26 at Pelhuaz’ Blog. The winner have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is selected. For details read the complete Terms and Conditions.

Good Luck and thank you so much for support!


Besitos,
Zei  

Pelhuaz Exquisite Friend of the Week: Plum Papaya

This is a very important Exquisite Friend of the Week, as will be the last giveaway for this period prior my Maternity Leave. Even I'll be around, I won't be posting that often - for obvious reasons... :D

I met Tessa thru one of the crafty groups that I participate in, and felt in love with her creations. She made fabulous toys and cuddle critters - which are my favorites. All of them looks super adorable. 

Let's see what Tessa has to share with us.

Pelhuaz: What's your name?         
Tessa: Tessa                  

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

Tessa: Fresh water, family picture album, never ending supply of matches.        

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

Tessa: Steak, asparagus, & potatoes    


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

Pelhuaz: What's your superpower?         

Tessa: I can jump to conclusions in a single bound okay seriously...hmm I'm a DIY wanna be          

Pelhuaz: Who do you consider your sidekick?     

Tessa: My Daughter                  

Pelhuaz: What do you do when you are alone in your car?

Tessa: Roll the windows down, open the sunroof all the way, and crank up the music.     

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

Tessa: Plum Papaya  

Pelhuaz: Why did you decide to open it?
Tessa: Being a stay at home mom I wasn't bring in an income in any more.  How was I going to support my fabric addition? The plan was to bring in extra money so I could buy handmade for my daughter and buy fabric.  I have a goal to start adding to my daughters college fund this holiday season. 

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

Tessa: I can't decide between Sherman and Storm.  I love the minute mice they are my favorite to create but Sherman is pretty adorable. Who doesn't love all those colors?

Sherman

Pelhuaz: What motivates/inspires you?
Tessa: My daughter is my main motivation, she loves soft and snuggly. Now I see creatures and critters I think to myself, I can make that. Hmm how can I make it my way? Colors inspire me too.  Gorgeous sunsets, color palettes, photography of trees, landscapes, sea life.        

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

Tessa: Go big or go home.  Social media is your friend, while very time consuming it is your best hope of getting your name out there.  
         

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

Tessa: 3/1/2013           

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?         

Tessa: Create a name for yourself. A business name with meaning, a logo, look & be professional.  Photographs are everything, don't fake it it doesn't look good.  Go big or go home.         

I really love everything about Tessa Store but here's my favorite. As I'm having a baby boy, I'm sure he'll love this blankie buddy! 

Tessa has grant us with a prize for one winner for a store credit. If you win you can use such credit to score one of her fabulous items! Isn't that great?

Enter the giveaway here:




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Note: Giveaway ends August 31 at 12:00 AM EST. Open to Residents of the US only. Winners will be notified on August 1 at Pelhuaz’ Blog. One winner will receive a Store Credit. The Winner have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is selected. For details read the complete Terms and Conditions.

If want to know more about Tessa and Plum Papaya you can reach her at FB, Pinterest, IG, and Twitter.
 
Good Luck and thank you so much for reading about my friend Tessa and her fabulous store! 

Tomorrow, I'll have our last Exquisite Friend of the Week with a very talented Crafty Friend, don't missed it! 


Besos,

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,