We’re excited to announce the release of a new stop motion video, Pegsies Easter Story Stop Motion, now available on our new YouTube channel, @PegsiesPage. This heartwarming video was created by one of our talented young “expert imaginers”. It tells the Easter story of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection through the use of our Pegsies Easter Peg Doll Set.
The video brings the Easter story to life in a unique and imaginative way, using the peg dolls to act out the scenes and convey the story’s message. The attention to detail and creativity put into the video is truly impressive, and we’re proud to share it with the world.
The Pegsies Easter Peg Doll Set (and Last Supper Peg Doll Set) is the perfect tool for bringing the full Easter story to life, whether for personal or religious use, or for use in Sunday school or church programs. With the set, you’ll receive a variety of peg dolls, each carefully crafted and laser engraved with precision, as well as a cross and tomb to help tell the story.
The release of this stop motion video is just the beginning of what we hope will be a long and fruitful creative partnership with our young “expert imaginers” ????. We believe that their creativity and passion for storytelling can help bring the message of Easter to life in a new and exciting way, and we’re eager to see what they’ll come up with next.
Mermaid peg dolls are an imaginative toy that can spark creativity and encourage kids to tell stories. Whether it’s about adventures under the sea, discovering new lands, or making new friends, the possibilities are endless. Gather your kids, grandkids, nieces, and nephews for some wholesome playtime. Here are three unique story starters that you can use with our Mermaid Peg Doll Set that includes three mermaid peg dolls named: Floral, Shells, and Starfish.
1. Floral the Mermaid and the Coral Reef Adventure
Floral the Mermaid loves to explore the ocean, and her favorite place to visit is the coral reef. One day, she discovered that the coral reef was in trouble because a big storm had destroyed much of it. Determined to help, Floral sets out on a mission to collect as many pieces of coral as she can to rebuild the reef. Along the way, she meets different sea creatures who offer their help and support…
And then what happened?
2. Shells the Mermaid and the Treasure Hunt
Shells the Mermaid is a curious mermaid who loves to search for treasure. One day, she comes across a map that leads her to a hidden treasure trove deep within the ocean. Excited by the adventure, Shells sets out to find the treasure with her best friend, Starfish. They encounter many obstacles and challenges along the way, but they never give up…
And then what happened?
3. Starfish the Mermaid and the Magic Pearl
Starfish the Mermaid has a special ability – she can communicate with sea creatures. One day, she is approached by a group of dolphins who tell her about a magic pearl that has the power to grant wishes. Starfish is skeptical, but she decides to go on a quest to find the pearl anyway. With the help of her friends, Floral and Shells, they set out to find the magic pearl. They face many obstacles, but they persevere…
And then what happened?
These three story starters provide an exciting and imaginative way to play with our mermaid peg dolls. Whether your kids, grandkids, nieces, or nephews are playing by themselves, with friends, or with you, these stories will encourage them to use their creativity and have fun. So grab your mermaid peg dolls, and let the adventure begin!
Peg dolls, also known as wooden peg people or wooden dolls, have been used for generations as a form of play and creativity. In recent years, however, these simple toys have also been recognized for their potential to have positive impacts on mental health. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of peg dolls and how they can be used to improve wellbeing.
Stress Relief
Peg dolls can serve as a stress-relieving activity. The process of creating and customizing a peg doll allows individuals to focus on the present moment and distract themselves from the demands and stressors of daily life. This type of mindfulness has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Additionally, the act of painting and personalizing a peg doll can also be a form of self-expression and help individuals process emotions.
Improving Fine Motor Skills
The small size and intricate details of peg dolls require the use of fine motor skills, which can help improve dexterity and hand-eye coordination. This can be especially beneficial for children and individuals with developmental delays or disabilities.
Promoting Imagination and Creativity
Peg dolls provide endless opportunities for imaginative play and creative expression. They can be used to act out scenes, tell stories, and create characters, encouraging the imagination and sparking the creativity.
Building Social Connections
Peg dolls can also be used as a tool for building social connections. Sharing peg dolls and playing together can foster a sense of community and improve interpersonal relationships. This is particularly true for children, who can learn valuable social skills such as cooperation, sharing, and empathy through play.
Encouraging Emotional Regulation
Finally, peg dolls can be used to encourage emotional regulation. By creating and personalizing a peg doll to represent themselves or someone they care about, individuals can work through difficult emotions and practice coping strategies in a safe and controlled environment. This can help build emotional resilience and improve overall mental health.
Peg dolls offer a simple, yet effective tool for promoting mental health and wellbeing. Whether used for stress relief, fine motor skill development, imaginative play, social connection, or emotional regulation, peg dolls have the potential to make a positive impact in our lives.
Pegsies is now nearly 2 months old and we are awed and humbled by the support and kindness we have received from family, friends, and strangers alike!
The Pegsies workshop is bustling with activity as Pegsies are created, orders are fulfilled, and ideas are floated about our processes and our products.
Since our initial post, we have opened up shop on Amazon as well as expanding with a few new products. Going into this Christmas season, our product lineup is below. You can find all of our products on our Etsy shop and our Santas on our Amazon shop as well.
Pegsies Emotions Pale with Bench. Also available without bench.
Pegsies Emotions Pale with Bench. Also available without bench.
Pegsies Emotions Tan with Bench. Also available without bench.
Pegsies Emotions Tan with Bench. Also available without bench.
Pegsies Emotions Dark with Bench. Also available without bench.
Pegsies Emotions Dark with Bench. Also available without bench.
Pegsies Make Your Own Santa and Elves kit. Includes three blank wooden characters, two elf hats, one Santa hat. Information sheet and drawing sheet included.
Pegsies Make Your Own Santa and Elves kit. Includes three blank wooden characters, two elf hats, one Santa hat. Information sheet and drawing sheet included.
Pegsies Christmas 2020 Hand-Painted Pale Masked Santa
Pegsies Christmas 2020 Hand-Painted Pale Masked Santa
Pegsies Christmas 2020 Hand-Painted Tan Masked Santa
Pegsies Christmas 2020 Hand-Painted Tan Masked Santa
Pegsies Christmas 2020 Hand-Painted Dark Masked Santa
Pegsies Christmas 2020 Hand-Painted Dark Masked Santa
Pegsies Masked Santa Ornament with laser printed body.
Pegsies Masked Santa Ornament with laser printed body.
Pegsies Santa Figurine with laser printed body.
Pegsies Santa Figurine with laser printed body.
Pegsies Santa Ornament with laser printed body.
Pegsies Santa Ornament with laser printed body.
Pegsies First Responder Surprise – Rescuer
Pegsies First Responder Surprise – Rescuer
Pegsies First Responder Surprise – Police Officer
Pegsies First Responder Surprise – Police Officer
Pegsies First Responder Surprise – Doctor
Pegsies First Responder Surprise – Doctor
Pegsies First Responder Surprise – EMT
Pegsies First Responder Surprise – EMT
Pegsies First Responder Surprise – Fire Fighter
Pegsies First Responder Surprise – Fire Fighter
We look forward to listing our “toys” on Amazon again once the Christmas season is over. We were surprised and saddened to hear that our shop was not old enough to be allowed to sell in the “Toys & Games” category on Amazon this Christmas season. But our Etsy shop has remained open with all of our products. And we hope to be selling on Amazon next Christmas.
Beyond the selling of Pegsies, one action we have truly enjoyed has been interacting with many people through Etsy and our Social Media accounts. We are making posts on our Facebook Page as well as our Instagram Account. We have enjoyed doing some giveaways on those pages as well as community madlibs and sharing our Pegsies world.
And finally, we want to share a fun side project our kids have been working on as we make and ship Pegsies. “Where are Pegsies?” We thought it would be fun to see where Pegsies are now living and learn some geography along the way.
Thank you once again for supporting Pegsies and our family. We are thankful for all of you. We hope you are having a wonderful and safe Christmas season!
Hello and welcome to Pegsies! We are very excited to have you check out our website and our Pegsies products.
Why are we here?
Today is October 1st, 2020. And we are just getting started. So where did we come from? Why are we here? A while back our family was talking about how much the kids enjoyed buying surprise toys. You know, the toys you have to unwrap mounds of plastic to find out what toy is hidden within? Right, we talked about how much waste comes from those types of toys. But we also talked about how fun it is to open a surprise! We agreed that there had to be some type of compromise … a surprise toy that is fun to open, yet isn’t shoveling plastic into landfills (and is made right here in the USA).
Our family put our collective brainpower to work, drafting and discussing a variety of ideas. But when we landed on Pegsies (specifically the idea of Pegsies Surprise), our excitement just could not be contained. We challenged ourselves to be as “green” as possible to design, build, and deliver toys that kids would love. Is it difficult to find biodegradable/recyclable shipping and packaging solutions … you betcha! Does it generally cost more for higher quality paints and materials that will last through the building process as well as the playing process … it sure does!
Well, once we discovered the Pegsies toy, we wanted to build upon it. We wanted to build a fun and engaging ecosystem that encourages genuine and wholesome playtime. One of our family’s favorite games is to sit around the dinner table and tell each other stories. Often it is one person telling a story from their day or from their imagination. Sometimes, the story is told collectively, piece by piece around the table. We felt that using the power of storytelling with Pegsies would make for a truly magical experience. That is how we discovered our Story Starters! Quality, collectible cards with the beginnings of a story that can be retold in countless variations. Used by a child during playtime or with an adult looking for a way to fit in with their child’s playtime.
So now that we are here … what we have accomplished as a family … I am so proud! We have labored countless hours to bring Pegsies to life and we are all thrilled to finally share them with you and the world.
So that’s where we’ve been….
Where are we now?
Where we have landed with our initial release of Pegsies is with three very unique products.
1.) First Responders Surprise
First Responders Surprise is the genesis of Pegsies. This is the idea that started it all. A quality, handmade toy that is made of sustainable materials, is super fun to open (tear pouch, sensory kraft crinkle cut paper) as a surprise, looks great to kids and adults alike, and is supported with a Story Starter card. Now here is the crazy thing about First Responders. There are 125 unique characters. That’s right … 125 … all hand painted with care … from our family to yours. When a person purchases a First Responders Surprise character, there is no choice on profession, skin color, hair color, or even if its the rare Robot. Just like the world around us is diverse in so many ways, so are the Pegsies First Responders. With so many unique characters and Story Starter cards, you can be sure each pouch you open will be a fun, surprising experience.
2.) Emotions Set
We tossed out the idea of the Emotions Set to the kids and they were head over heals excited to give it a try. Once we had a set complete, it was clear that these were a winner with the kids. In a set of six emotions with highly emotional faces, the kids loved not just playing out why one was sad, but they loved integrating the toys so that sad and silly went on an adventure together. They also enjoyed talking about their day and expressing where each emotion was felt. With emotional health always being a concern, we appreciated the Pegsies as a tool to help relate and dig deeper into how certain situations were received by the kids.
To bring the set together, we decided to build a wooden “bench” of sorts. This bench works as a platform on which to play or as a place for Pegsies to rest. On each side of the bench, words are printed. On one side, each emotion is listed. On the other side, each color is listed. Can we get marks on fun and educational? Well that’s where we are aiming. Similar to the First Responders Surprise, the Emotions Set is available in three skin colors (Pale, Tan, Dark). There is no surprise here, though. Feel free to choose which set is most desired for your home.
3.) Christmas Collection
And lastly, one that I personally get giddy about … our Christmas Collection. Our family, adults and kids alike, have grown up collecting ornaments each year, and have a special, sentimental place in our hearts for an annual ornament. We decided that Pegsies was the perfect outlet to get our creative juices flowing again and begin a new annual tradition … designing and building Pegsies ornaments for our tree and to share. This year, 2020, has been a year for the history books, as we all know. We decided our inaugural ornament (and Story Starter) should represent 2020 in one of the ways that has impacted us (and many of you I’m sure) every day. Wearing masks! We are excited to hang our “Masked Santa” ornament on our Christmas tree this year and tell the story of how not even a global pandemic can stop the magic of Santa Claus. And like our other diverse sets mentioned above, Santa is available in three skin colors (Pale, Tan, Dark).
In Conclusion…
Thanks again for checking out Pegsies! We are a family owned and operated business and we’d love to hear from you. If you are feeling creative and want to submit your own Pegsies Fan Creation, we have an outlet for you to do just that. Or if you want to just reach out to us to chat, please do! You can email us at [email protected] or find us on Facebook. We are more than happy to put down our paintbrushes and engage with you.
