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Thank you, my Peacock’s Crafty Heart customers!

Thank you, my Peacock’s Crafty Heart customers!

Those of you who know my Etsy shop Peacock’s Crafty Heart probably know that I put 5% from all my Etsy sales on the side and give this money to charity at the end of each year. In 2011 I collected $133.70. I rounded the number to $150 and sent a $50 check to the … Continue reading

Saratoga Baby & Toddler Expo

Saratoga Baby & Toddler Expo

For the past month I have been caught up in the middle of sewing madness. Last week I drove 4 hours north to visit my friend Colleen (AKA the fabulous Saratoga Mama) and attended Saratoga Baby & Toddler Expo, which was my first expo ever. I had no idea what to expect. Let me tell you, … Continue reading

Rub their faces organically

Rub their faces organically

We rub their faces, then their hands, and then their faces again. And just when you thought they were clean, it’s time to wipe their faces … again. It’s a never ending cycle. In case you didn’t get the memo, washcloths should be on your “things I need when the baby arrives” list. And you will … Continue reading

Celebrate Easter in pastel colors

Celebrate Easter in pastel colors

Easter is coming up fast and while you’re planning a nice garden party you might want to check out these pictures for some inspiration from the handmade community and local market. Soft pastel colors are so in style this spring. They are perfect for the season and playful enough to please the little ones. Get … Continue reading

100 sales … let’s celebrate!

100 sales … let’s celebrate!

Thursday was a big day – a very nice lady from NYC made 100th purchase in my {Peacock’s Craft Heart} handmade shop on Etsy. It was a custom order – a large minky blanket/tummy time play mat (40″ x 40″) with 4 corner loops in this adorable {friends in woodlands} print by Michael Miller. Who … Continue reading