#MothersDayGiftIdeas

There's so many great handmade shop at my Storenvy Community, that I needed to share my favorites for this Mother's Day! 

You still have time to place your order and have such exquisite gifts at your door before Mother's Day. Take a look and let me know which one is your favorite:

 Boho Women's Shawl by QTsyLife

Maternity Sash / Belt for Baby Shower or Gender Reveal & Matching Floral Headband for Baby by Chic and Sundry

Custom text mommy metal stamped aluminum cuff bracelet by Team Neville

Victorian Garden Necklace by Wilde Moon

Semi-Custom Mom String Art by The Craft Penguin

Whovian Mom Bella T-Shirt by Nerdtastic

Garden Soap by Brown Dog Soap Works

Flowers hand painted shoes by Heart and Soles

Kawaii large pink heart necklace by You deserve cute

Mom, hand embroidered rose 3.5in x 5in Oval Hoop Art by Kiser Krafts Handmade

Pelhuaz also have available indie jewelry, perfect for the everyday wearing.  Mama will love the simple but oh so fabulous designs! 

There you have it! Lots of option to make Mama happy. Enjoy your week and happy shopping!

#thePerfectMonday Week 4

Oh boy what a weekend! 

We started Friday with a field trip to the Old San Juan, and those kids of mine spend a fabulous time running, playing, being silly, and flying kites. 

Take a look of my accomplishments: 

From Pelhuaz:

• Things are going great. Due to few orders, and a sales hosted by Vistaprint, I was able to ordered new presentation cards. Here's a sneak peak:

• I kept working with the product photos, and they are looking much better now. Even, Storenvy shared one at their Twitter. That was exciting!

• I also completed a custom order of seven keychains for Mother's Day, that looked pretty awesome.

From My Homeschooling Project:

• Week #34 was completed. 
• We have 4 more weeks and we are DONE!
• We covered all the planned material related to: 
• Math Awareness Month,
• Earth Day 
• Poetry Month, 

Spanish

• Review and evaluation of Chapter 7: De donde vienes

English

• Prepositions and Conjunctions

Science

• Review and evaluation of Chapter 8: Heat and Light

Math

• Metric Measurements

Field Trip

• This was the best field trip so far! Was related to History and the way Spain managed the colonisation of Puerto Rico, and defended our territories from other countries. We visited El Morro - that it's an impressive fort located in San Juan. We learned, we visited the exhibition, and we flight kites. So much fun!

Enjoy your week, and embrace #thePerfectMonday! 

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#thePerfectMonday

How about starting our week in a great mood? Why don't we declare that this will be a #PerfectMonday? 

There is a saying that you attract what you declare. So let's try this, and see what happened. Also you might recall that I decided to reopen my #StorenvyStore and kick-start the blog again. The truth is that the pelhuaz.com adventure didn't gave me time to do the things that I love, and felt obligated to it.

Now, I feel like having fun again... Just the way it should be.

I wanted to share few things with you...

From Pelhuaz:

• After reopening, I made my first sale... YAY! 

• The IG and the Twitter account  where updated. Feel free to visit and follow. I promise it will be fun.

instagram.com/pelhuaz

twitter.com/pelhuaz

• The Facebook Page is starting to be a genuine Page. Also, feel free to visit and leave a follow or a comment. I would really appreciate that.

facebook.com/pelhuaz

From My Homeschooling Project:

• This week we are having our #SpringBreak. I know it's different from everyone else but it's what suits us. We have a very fun week planned, with field trips and hang outs, that we can't wait...
• March was a fun month where we learned and made activities related to the #NationalCraftsMonth, #WomenHistoryMonth, #MusicInOurSchool #ReadAcrossAmericaDay, #TheIditarod, #PiDay, #StPatty, #Spring, and #GoodFriday. You can imagine how fun it was!

Sakura Tree

Wishing you all a great week, and don't forget to declare it!

A Happy Friday... A Charm Friday !

Today is a great Friday! Even I feel a little tired, I'm so excited working with the plan for all the great changes that will come our way. I can't wait to share it with all of you! Yay!

It's Charm Friday at Pelhuaz and boy we have charms... So many adorable choices and at great prices. So listen... You can get a cute charm as a Valentine gift for everyone at your love-list without cracking your budget. 

Only this weekend if you use the code LOVE2015, you will get an 30% off on all items at Pelhuaz Store - even the ones already on sale. So, what are you waiting for?

Enjoy your Friday!

Besitos,
Zei

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    

Year of Handmade: In your wildest dreams, where would you love to see your craft take you?

I've been creating since I was little. I initiated the store owner journey on June 2013, and I set my expectation very high. Sometimes I dream about how far I wanted to go and how hard I need to work to get there. My wildest dream is for Pelhuaz store or one of my creations to be advertise in a fashion magazine. 

Ambitious? I know... But in order to get far, you need to dream big.

This is me playing with such idea. Dream big!

Besitos,
Zei

Year of Handmade: In the beginning, how did I get into the craft?

We all have our background story, and mine is not different from yours. I decided to opened Pelhuaz on June 2013 with the intention of having my very own place to showcase my creations. My jewelry have simple designs with a boho twist and I like to create simple items that will accentuate the beauty of those who wears it. I also create hair accessories, but it's only for my beautiful princess to have. I don't feel that confident to put them on the market!  

When I was a little girl, I loved to make crafts. From paper art to crochet (or what I thought was it at the time). My mother and grandma, both did crochet and so my very talented Titi (aunt). So I guess that the crafty-artisan gene runs in the family. 

As one of my resolutions for 2015,  I decide that I need to define my line of work and in which direction I want to focus my designs. 

I think I found my style with the Long Necklaces I deigned at the end of 2014. I love making them, and love the way they look and feel.  

There are so many talented artisan out there, that is important that you find your identity by making a noticeable mark in the handmade industry.

What motivates you? How did you get where you are today? 

Besitos,
Zei

A New Year awaits us!

A New Year is just 2 days away, and I was thinking about how great was this year. I count my blessing and feel amaze of how lucky I am. Sometimes we describe a good or a bad year with that things that highlight the most, lost your job, your sells weren't what you expected, your wish list wasn't checked completely... and so on. But if you look closely, you'll see that your year was wonderful. Hey, you got the chance to be alive for another 365 days... That's amazing enough. Don't you think?  

Well here are my highlights:

1. I spend almost all 2014 pregnant and now have a beautiful boy. 

2. The Girl did amazing in all the process, even she struggled a little at school with the baby arrival, she got back on track very quick. 

3. She participated in a fabulous ballet recital where she was amazingly good, and this Mama cried thru all the show.  

  

4. My Hubby still my favorite person and he managed so well all the up and downs of my pregnancy (and post) perfectly.

5. We decided that I'll be a SAHM, which I love.

6. I realized that I was born to be a Mom, not a employee. (I hate dealing with imbeciles :D)

7. We had a very happy and healthy year.

8. Even I got a C-Section, I was able to return to my pre-pregnancy-weight in less than 2 months. I still need to get back in shape, but to be honest I'm not in a hurry. I spend 9 month gaining weight, so my goal is to be ready in the same amount of time.

9. Pelhuaz Store did good, but I'm sure it can do better.  

10. I realized I'm extra-mega-bless for everything I have (and for what I don't have, as well).

What are your highlights? I would love to know... 

Wishing a New Year full of love, happiness and health, from my family to yours!

 
Besitos,
Zei

Gift ideas from my favorite handmade stores

It's being almost 3 months since my baby boy arrived and I feel happier than ever. My schedule is all upside down. Most of the time I feel tired, my house is a complete mess, dinner preparation is reduced to whatever I can cook in less than 30 minutes, and need to think twice before I decide to leave the house with him by myself. But you know what? I love it! I can't imagine my live without my Little Tiny Human! 

If you are as busy as I am, here are some great gift ideas from my favorite shop that will help you save time, money, and you will be supporting a Small Business. Us - the Small Business Community - really appreciate your orders, as this is our only way to support our family! 

Let's do this!

Store: móhu
Description: Specialized in crocheted soft toys, dainty jewelry, stationery, and art.
Featured as Exquisite Friend of the Week: July 2014 

I'm a big fan of her work. I'm obsess with the Llamas. At her interview, Lauren explained that Móhu, started off as a side project, just for fun. She enjoyed it so much that after a while she turned into a proper business.

Store: Little Green Guy

Description: Specialized in fun illustrations, plush toys, sculptures and children's books all featuring the Little Green Guy and his friends.
Featured as Exquisite Friend of the Week: May 2014

The Little Green Guy is so cute. He's always looking for ways to have fun. Brittany is a talented artist that creates beautiful art. And who is this Little Green Guy? As Brittany explained in her interview, the Little Green Guy is an adorable mischievous little green monster with one big eye and a cute little green butt!

Store: A Slice of Delight

Description: Handcrafted soap
Featured as Exquisite Friend of the Week:   Coming Soon

The best soaps I had ever smell. I wish I win the lotto to have my house filled with their magnificent fragrance. I met Hillary thru another friend and being obsess with her soaps since then!

Store: Plum Papaya

Description: Handmade creatures, critters, and quilts.
Featured as Exquisite Friend of the Week:   August 2014

I met Tessa thru one of the crafty groups that I participate in, and felt in love with her creations. As a new mom of a boy, I can see my darling boy playing with her adorable toys.




At Pelhuaz, we also have great findings that will serve as great stocking stuffers. 

 

 

 

Visit us and if you want a custom piece, just let me know (email). Remember, lets make this a Happy Holiday to everyone, support the Small Business and shop handmade!

Love & Besitos,

Zei