Snails N’ Puppy Dog Tails Boutique [closed]
It’s no secret that baby 3 for me has been a challenge. Months of crying and now baby has decided that that car seat is the worst place to be. This is not handy when I have two older children I shuttle to school and activities.
Originally this taggie blanket was suppose to be tested by another mom on our Saskatoon Moms team but once my little one fuzzed the soft milkie fabric and wound those chubby fingers around the tags – I called dibs! (sorry Sam!)
Let me share how this 17″ X 21″ bit of fabric has helped me get some sort of happiness when we are out an about.
First of all, it’s sewn by a mother of two boys – so she knows how to make things that can take some tough baby love. I clip this blanket though a taggie with some rings onto the handles of the car seat. This makes it so baby 3 can’t kick it off but can always reach those wonderful assortment of taggies. I put the soft side down for fuzzing and cuddling and I just love the little owls on top! Cute but not too ‘baby’ looking so I know this blanket will last as my baby becomes a toddler!
It also washes wonderfully as baby 3 is as barfy as they come. This blanket can work as a small blanket to put down at play group, then fits nicly back on the car seat or in my wet bag without taking up too much space in the diaper bag.
It’s also become a must have in the crib at nap time so baby can fuzz and pull at it learning to fall asleep without me always having to bounce and rock and nurse and… well you get the idea.
This is one perfect size, soft, fun blanket for my little one and if you see me out and about – you will see me and my happier baby holding onto it!
Now off to get groceries, with out favorite go to blanket!
Contact Information
Destiny Tolley
Snails N’ Puppy Dog Tails Boutique
Etsy store: http://www.snailsnpuppytails.etsy.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/snailsnpuppydogtailsbabyboutique
Website: http://www.snailsnpuppydogtails.com
Blog: http://snails-n-puppydogtails.blogspot.com/
phone: 1 (306) 281- 6748
email: snailsnpuppydogtails@mail.com
The Inspiration
I often wondered if I would ever be a Mommy at all. We tried for four heartbreaking years to get pregnant without success. What a time that was, it was crazy-making. I think one of the most difficult experiences I have gone through.
Dealing with infertility is like being on a rollercoaster ride without end. I feel for others who are experiencing the same. However, all that aside I now burst with pride every time I say I am the Mom of two little boys , Drew 22 months and Ryan 9 months. My two perfectly wonderful miracle babies 13 months apart. I can honestly say that there are days exhaustion takes over, my patience dwindles and stress gets the better of me; however, without a doubt these are the best days my life.
What makes your product unique/different?
Our 1st baby was in a hurry to greet the world and came early at 5 weeks premature. He weighed 3 lbs, 14 ounces and was such a tiny little peanut. That was a very scary time for us, joyful and scary all combined into one. I have decided to donate 10% from the purchase of each item on my site to the Children’s Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan, towards the building of a children’s hospital in Saskatoon.
Additionally, the blankets, lovies and growing list of items in my store are all handmade with loving care for little miracles and those who love them. Personally, I love to buy handmade products. They hold within them a ‘story’ of why they came to be and tend to be unique as there is great variability among the creative designs of handmade goods.
And on another note, each baby prototype has be “product-tested” by my 2 boys and passed
What keeps you motivated?
I aspire to be the best mommy I can be and somehow find the time to gracefully balance family life, work and friends. I find it relaxing to create beautiful things that babies, parents, and gift-givers alike will enjoy.
Sewing things, such as ribbon-tag blankets, is something I love to do for my boys and for all the other little miracles out there. I hope other babies will enjoy them as much as mine 🙂
If you could have one super-hero power, what would it be?
I’m not sure if this classifies as a super hero power, but for those of you who remember the sitcom from the 70’s called Bewitched, I’d definitely be Samantha. What could be better than wiggling your nose and have your house magically clean!!!!
What is the most rewarding thing about running your own business?
Being creative and having others tell me stories about how much they or their little one loved and enjoyed what I made.
Where do you see your business in 5 years?
Doing well, and being sustainable as a business. Most importantly I see Snails N’ Puppy Dog Tails continuing to give back to the community through donating a portion of sales to the Children’s Hospital Foundation.
What is the most valuable lesson you have learned as a working mom {so far}?
Find what you enjoy and go for it!
Expire Feb 22, 2012
Disclaimer: Opinions expressed belong to Saskatoon Moms and are NOT influenced in any way. Contest open to Canadian residents only.
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Also a FB fan!
I love the ribbon-tag blankets… and those boutique blankets ~ too cute! Lots of friends having babies and these would make the perfect gift.
what a nice blanket!
Like on FB too!
Cute idea!
I am also a facebook fan!!
I love those taggie blankets!
FB follower, too!
Sign me up!
please enter me! THANKS
please enter me in the draw!! Apperciate it.
I also “like” SaskatoonMoms on facebook!
Please enter me in the draw!
Fb fan
Would love to win
Facebook fan!
Love the taggies! Nice work!
also a fan on Facebook!
my little one would love one of these . . .
This would be fantastic for my 2nd baby due in 2 weeks! 🙂
Very cute baby stuff!
I also like on facebook.
This would be very nice for my new arrival in April.
I like you on facebook!
Great review – I want one of these for my daughter!
I purchased one of the flax therapy bags, scented with lavender, and it is wonderful! Great gift for new moms!
I’d love one for the babies in the childcare center where I work.
Also liked on FB!
So Cute! Would love to win one!
Awesome blankets!!! Would love to get a new one for baby number #2 that will be arriving very soon 🙂
Great blankets, great for baby gifts, very cute!
Love this, very cute . . . also a fan on facebook.
These are beautiful blankets!!
Great write up!
Great Work Destiny!! please enter me and I am also a fan on facebook
Very cute stuff!
Just checked out your taggie blankets. Super cute. will also be adding you to my likes on facebook
Enter me! Thanks! I also like on Facebook! 🙂
Also a fan on Facebook!
Would love this for my new baby coming
Cute!