On a brisk fall morning, Ashley and her friends were celebrating her birthday with cake, juice and a little SMocK. According
to Ashley's mom, Ashley knew exactly how she wanted to spend her big
day. Ashley wanted to spend the day painting with her friends. She
wanted someone, like a teacher, to come and paint with them. And her
mom knew exactly how to make this wonderful idea happen :) 
After
much deliberation, and some sleepless nights, Ashely decided that the
best thing to paint would be 'Lovies'. Now, I had no idea what that
meant, and soon came to realize how simply wonderful this idea was.
Painting a portrait of the one thing you can't live without. Day or
night....illness or wellness....tears or laughter....these little
cherished stuffed companions are a little girl's lifeline.
After
a quick demonstration about sketching your lovie, the kids used crayons
and simple shapes to draw bodies, arms, legs, ears and whatever they
needed to begin their portraits.
Then the painting began!
The
progression of these paintings were really amazing and each expressed a
little bit of character from each SMocKer. The most wonderful moment
is when there is silence. SERIOUSLY! Silence at a little girl's
birthday party. Each SMocKer's concentration was amazing. After a little break for lunch, some cake and birthday games, the SMocKers returned to finish their paintings with a little detail.
Their 'lovies' came to life and the final results were these wonderful smiles and a glow of pride! And this is what SMocKing is all about.... 
The excitement and birthday cheer did not end for Ashley quite there. As the honorary SMocKer, Ashley received her own SMocKbox!
This little white box contained a small canvas, paints, brushes, instructions and guide to create another great masterpiece all on her own. And to my surprise, she did not waste minute! It was awesome to see Ashley open the SMocKbox on her own and just.....SMocK! AWESOME. 
Contact me to find out how to buy, send or pick up a SMocKbox for you or your kid! Each SMocKbox has it's own surprise theme and....in all honesty...it's all ages.
For 20 dollars, they are a perfect gift for any occasion.
C'mon, SMocK someone you love!
C'mon, SMocK someone you love!
xoxo, SMocK you!
