Today’s creative mom has written her own post and I just love when my featured mamas do that. So grab a cup of coffee (or your cozy drink of choice) and settle in for a treat. Not only is she a talented jeweler but she’s also a successful businesswoman and a super fine writer too. Enjoy this post from Ana of The Pretty Peacock and read all the way through for directions on how to win one of her lovely pieces.
I grew up in an East Indian household where your only two career choices were Engineer or Doctor. Expectations in our household were high, because even though the hard sciences and advanced math classes were expected, stretching our creative wings was, too. I have always loved expressing myself creatively, especially writing and working
with clay. However, after high school, my focus was on college and having a “real job” and my creative endeavors were somewhat pushed aside. Years later, I married, bought a house, had our first and second child – I used the new found time at home (became a stay at
home mother) to simmer some of those creative juices. Kids are wonderful for inspiration and, of course, for allowing yourself to let go and remember why Play Doh is so darn fun and why finger painting feeds your soul.
Now that my oldest is five and my youngest is two, the house is decorated just the way I want it (until the next wave hits me for new color –I can hear the husband’s groans now!), I have brought the focus back to my creative needs. My children flit in and out of my studio
on a constant basis, which can be frustrating, but expected. However, I am beyond thrilled that they are learning how important being a creative person is – kids are creative naturally as they are so in tune with their imagination (when is it, exactly, that we lose that?), I learn and grow more artistically from watching how they approach things then I have ever learned from any class. They just go with it – and me, being the constant planner, it’s difficult for me to let go of the control. But, as all mothers know, having children in your life allows you, no demands, that you just let go and just let it be.
To enter: Visit the Pretty Peacock and pick out your favorite item. Come back here and leave a comment letting us all know about your fav piece. Contest runs till Oct 17th. Make sure to leave your email address so we can contact you if you’re the lucky winner!
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I love the family tags personalized charm…so many wonderful choices!ashlyn@chuparkoff.com
I love the Love You to the Moon Pendant.
maysoed@mail.ru
i love the Fine Silver Bracelet Completely Customizable
The Family Stone pendant is gorgeous — very classy. I would love this as a family remembrance.
i love all of your jewlery
I love the princess ring! I decorated my daughter’s bedroom with a princess theme and, in fact, I gave her a wall clock that look similar to it! If and when our economy picks up and I have cash that I can actually spend, I’ll get it.
moonmysticsfl@aol.com
I love the Family Stone Pendant CUSTOM and PERSONALIZED. What a beautiful gift idea!
I love the Go Confidently and Swarovski Black Diamond Butterfly. The butterfly has been said to be a symbol of transformation and I find it very meaningful to have that with the saying “Go Confidently.” I believe this is a piece that would really give peace and confidence to the person who wears it.
JanaPlusSome@gmail.com
Oh, the Family Stone Pendant is so great! It’s bold and personalized.
I like the Untamed Heart, thanks!
My favorite item from the Pretty Peacock is the My Shining Stars Personalized Pendant! It is exquisite!! I love this website, and the styles and inspirational messages and initials are beautiful! Thank you for this great giveaway!
joannaonthelake@gmail.com
I love the Eternal Love Washer Pendant Personalized and Customized
The adult personalized cuff would be great. Thanks for the giveaway!
I love the Ornate Teardrop Pendant. The design is beautiful. It reminds me of a local artist here in Maui who makes similar work from wood and pearl into earrings. Thank you for the giveaway! ckd_808@hotmail.com
My favorite item is the Teardrop Name Pendant with Swarovski Birthstone.
I looove:
the Love me to the Moon necklace, so pretty. Thanks for the contest.
Ornate Teardrop Pendant
I love “love you to the moon and back!” Beautiful pieces!
Thanks!
Sarah
believedreamcourage (at) gmail.com
I love the Daddy Key Chain Hand Stamped.
I like the Adult Sterling Silver Cuff PERSONALIZED
donna444444@yahoo.com
I love the “Sweet Love Note” and the tiara pendant. vidomich(at)yahoo(dot)com
I love what is showing…I could not get the site to come Up..but I love what I see on the page thanks for the sweepstakes Kay W…
I love the tiered design behind the Family Tier Pendant Set.
The Love You to the Moon Pendant is very pretty!