• Back-To-School Shopping – A Parent’s Guide to Picking the Perfect Boy’s Clothing

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    When shopping for boys clothing, keeping style in mind is essential. Look for pieces that will complement your child’s personality and allow him to express his unique style. A perfect back-to-school wardrobe will help your boy get ready for any occasion. It will also ensure he looks and feels his best during the school day. Size Kids grow fast, so buying clothing that will fit them for years is essential. This cannot be easy if you don’t know how to select the right size, but some tips can help. First, be sure to measure your child’s chest and waist. To do this, use a soft, tailors tape measure. Wrap it around the fullest part of your child’s chest and pass it around their natural waist. Next, measure your son’s hips. Take the tape measure around the most significant part of his hips and pass it down to his ankle. Style Boys need clothing that is durable and hardy. Choose darker colors for active little boys and thicker fabrics for rough play. You’ll also want to choose clothes that fit well. Getting accurate measurements of your son’s body areas for shirts and jackets is essential to ensure the right fit. For…

  • A Guide To Collecting Vintage Jewellery

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    Who doesn’t love fine vintage jewelry? (Vintage Jewellery)  The superb workmanship required to make such fine jewelry makes it even more appealing. If you are planning to start a vintage jewelry collection, there is much to consider. Here are a few tips for collecting vintage jewelry. ✓ Research Your Chosen Periods – Whether you prefer Art Deco or Retro style jewelry, doing some online research will expand your knowledge and that has to help when sourcing specific pieces. The more you know about the Victorian period, the less likely you are to pay more than a piece is worth. ✓ Make A Connection With An Established Antique Dealer – Check out the stunning vintage pieces only from a leading antique dealer. Once you forge a connection with an established antique dealer, they are able to source a specific piece that you are looking for. Antique dealers have global connections, so sourcing a particular piece is not an issue. ✓ Visit Fairs & Auctions This is one good way to find vintage jewelry and if you know your antiques, you might find very valuable pieces being sold for next to nothing. If there are car boot sales, these are good places to…

  • $50 Your Way GIVEAWAY March 2023!

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    Happy March Little Peanuts!! If you are new here WELCOME!! You will find that this is an amazing group of people. The Peanuts (that’s you now!) are supportive and caring! I’m your Head Peanut Connie.  This is a monthly giveaway. I always start with a brief blurb about my past month. Sometimes I have a TON to say. Sometimes I’m pretty boring. I live on top of a mountain in Sandpoint Idaho. I have a craft room that I never in my wildest imagination thought I would own. I swear it’s bigger than my 1st apartment!  The 2 sets of double doors look out at Lake Ponderay and it’s a STUNNING view!!  Not only am I blessed with this room and this view. I have deer that lick the door when it’s time for their corn ration of the day!! Wild turkeys, bears, and moose too. But they don’t lick the door. This month I’m working on sublimating more craft items for the craft fair. (TALK about branching out of my comfort zone!) I had several custom orders. One from Granddaughter Olivia that came out so cute. She wanted a pink daisy tumbler. Next was key chains for daughter Selena’s…

  • How to Use Social Media Marketing to Grow Your Business

    Introduction Social media marketing is one of the fastest growing marketing channels. It’s estimated that over 2 billion people worldwide use social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter now that so many of us have access to cheap and speedy internet as these Spectrum internet plans and prices show. According to Social Media Examiner, 92% of marketers say they expect their businesses will increase their use of social media in the next year. With so many opportunities available, why aren’t more businesses taking advantage of this great way to grow their brand and reach new customers? In this post, I’ll explain how you can use social media to help grow your business. Social media can be a powerful tool for growing your business. Social media can be a powerful tool for growing your business. It’s not just about connecting with customers, it’s about building relationships with them. Social media allows you to interact with your audience and build trust, which is essential for building brand loyalty. If you want to get started with social media marketing, here are some things to keep in mind: ● Your content needs to be relevant and engaging so that people will want to share…