When I started Peacock Pottery, our oldest son was 2 and I felt like I needed a creative outlet.  My dream was always to own a boutique - but a storefront wouldn't work out with staying home to care for our son.  While searching the internet one evening I came across a wonderful wholesaler of Polish Pottery who shared my vision of home, business and spirituality.  I personally LOVE my polish pottery and use it daily.  So this seemed like the perfect fit.  So my vision started and has been ongoing for 5 years now.  My passion is still the same. 

On the other hand, having a home business is also a challenge, we now have 2 boys ages 6 & 2, my days are filled with school, playing, sports, friends etc.  How does a stay at home mom get time to dedicate to the business without just turning on the TV?  Well, that was my dilemma yesterday - I needed an hour just to work on orders and the website.  I went to the kitchen and decided to make bright purple playdoh and super goo!  The boys were thrilled and it kept them occupied for well over an hour - I was able to get my work done - they were able to play independently and we were all happy!

Playdoh Recipe
2 C water
1 or 2 packages of unsweetened KoolAid ( we like to use 2 for brighter colors)
1 t Vegetable oil
2 C Flour
3/4 C Salt
2 t Cream of Tartar

Place all ingredients in sauce pan and cook over medium heat - stirring constantly.  When dough starts to pull away from the edges and forms a ball, take off heat.  Turn onto the counter and knead.  Store in an airtight bag.  Enjoy!

Super Goo - this is great for boys!
1/4 C Water
1/2 C Corn Starch
Mix water and corn starch together so the "goo" is consistent enough to form a ball but when you hold it in your hands it will ooze through your fingers!  This is messy but so much fun!