Paper Doll Printables
I get constant demand for arts and crafts at home. My three girls are perpetually tinkering,
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Cat Ba Adventure
In the middle of our mostly-city experience of Vietnam, we managed to steal away for a couple of
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7 Years Married, Painting In The Dark
This is my first time to see this painting in daylight. A quick and dirty mural we painted in the
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Summer Meet & Make + DIY Instax Clipboards
It has been an eventful summer but I'm glad we at Craft Party PH managed to squeeze in a Meet and
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Free Moms Day Cards!
Because her mere presence and the sound of her voice almost instantly sets our hearts at ease.
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Handmade In Vietnam
Our trip to Vietnam over a month ago was not just all vacation. It was also meant for learning. Kayo
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30 Hours in Hanoi – (Part 1 of 2)
How rich our experience was in Hanoi’s Old Quarter is a testament to how dense the town is. Here are
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Turning 33 In Saigon
It's a beautiful sunny morning. We step out of the hostel, adjust our back pack straps then start
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Creative Pockets of Time
My kids and housework take up the bulk of my day. But I do get pockets of free time which, if I'm
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Galentines Party
I do believe that Valentine's is not exclusively for people in romantic relationships. It's a
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A Valentine Surprise
How was your Valentine's Day? I do hope it was filled with tender lovin' and sweet surprises! Kayo
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Growing In Love and In Art…
Kayo and I first met when we were about twelve years old and from that very first day, we had
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2016 Christmas Mail Swap
Why am I still talking about Christmas in February?!? I'll tell you why! It's because I haven't had
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OFF TO A GREAT START!
The month is almost over. It's usually a cause of panic, but for once, I'm really excited about how
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With Love From Us To You
Yesterday and today, we've been busy not only wrapping presents but also writing and sending
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Tayo Na Sa Antipolo!
Craft Camp's main mission is to nurture the creative spirit and to do so out of one's regular
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The Significance of Children’s Parties
Emma turned four. She's been eagerly awaiting this day since August. As the last birthday of the
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5 Christmas Ornaments You Can Make At Home
This year, I decided I wanted us to have a bigger Christmas tree. Luckily, my mom had an extra one
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Hearts in Letters
Phyllis Theroux said, "To send a letter is a good way to go somewhere without moving anything but
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Josephine Turns Two
I seem to have to constantly remind myself that my youngest, Jo, is not exactly a baby anymore.
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Be Merry, Be Bright
It's that time of year again! Christmas trinkets fill shop windows, songs of merry making fill the
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Mommy’s Sleepover
My best friend Eyette got married last Saturday and it was a beautiful and love-filled day I am sure
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Chilling Out With Summer
Summer turned five last month. I didn't make any plans for her birthday because Summer had made
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Slaying Giants
As promised, here is the second part of my collected highlights of ArtBGC 2016, a ten-day art
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A Little Bit of Magic
Last May, our family of five settled ourselves in BGC for another ten-day mural festival organised
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It’s A Mail Swap! [REGISTRATION CLOSED]
Receiving mail from friends (and my go-to online craft stores!) always makes my day! I love the
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Vibrant La Union
After spending the entire summer in the city, it was truly wonderful to have been able to take a
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Elogio Del Agua
Sanso Museum is a gem in San Juan, Metro Manila. It is a serene pocket of inspiration in the middle
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Paintings for Papa
I find it entertaining when my children explain their drawings or paintings. There is almost always
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No Fun Day
Our family of five has been having a streak of random days lately. Days spent doing random things
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One Year of Friendship, One Year of Crafts
Craft Party PH turned one last May 16! Can you believe it?! It's only been a year and it feels like
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History And Art
My family and I have been having a pretty great summer! The surprising thing is that it’s not
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A Playful and Creative Summer
It's unbearably hot outdoors, the kind that puts you in a very foul mood but as you step inside the
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Project Accomplished!
I've finally come to the end of last year's #the100dayproject! I stalled for months and months but
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Captured & Documented: 2015
I stayed home all weekend because the girls weren't feeling so well. They're doing okay now and I
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C&V Summer Collection
Our summer stationery line is finally out! We're releasing three original hand-drawn designs, all
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Playful Snacks
We, at Craft Party PH, like to try out new things and collaborate with makers who are looking into
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A HeART-filled Weekend
Kayo and I spent our Valentines weekend very differently this year. While I would normally opt for a
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Embroidered Hearts
Three days to go till Valentines Day! Have you decided what to get your special someone? Have you
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I’m Sorry. I Forgive You.
There has been so much screaming, bickering and hair pulling between these two the last couple of
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Hold On To The Holidays
Patterned paper in red and green, details of shimmery gold, little star-shaped embellishments and
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K-Farr Dress Up Day!
Kayo and I are currently buried in different types of art projects. And this time, aside from just
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Kendo Is Open
Some time five years ago, before we even had any kids, I remember going to a street party at Cubao
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Our Holidays In A 4×4
How has your first few weeks of the New Year been? I hope great, no less. Mine has been good but, I
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A Very Merry Stamping Party
Wow. I can't believe we're at the end of the year! December seemed to have just whisked by in a
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“Of Miracle” (Christmas Collection 2015, 1 of 6)
Stretching some old legs, Nica and I decided to put together a friends and family collection of
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The Emma Strikes THREE!
Anybody who knows Kayo well enough would think a Star Wars themed kiddie party is bound to happen
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Partying Hard! (Part II)
As a small budding business and creative community, Mia and I of Craft Party PH get to experience a
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A Picnic Party for Jo
When Jo turned one, our family was up North in La Union for the weekend because of Craft Camp, which
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Partying Hard! (Part I)
It has been a couple of exciting months for us at Craft Party PH and we are really grateful for the
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By the Hospital Bed
Last week was a tough time for our family. It was Saturday, 2am when we we had to rush Summer to the
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Stamp Swap + Katipunan Art Fest
I think that the next best thing to working on crafts is giving them away. And this is why I enjoy
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Lately in C&V…
It feels like there's a thousand things going on in our lives right now and I've just been too slow
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Handmade Bling!
Teaching new crafts is one of our major goals in Craft Party PH but later on, we realized, that
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Taking Things Slow When Life Speeds Up
The last few months have been a whirlwind of sorts. I've come across many unexpected turns and very
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For The Love Of Art and The Pursuit of Bliss
It was raining hard that day but as I stepped into the charming and cozy restaurant, I was greeted
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An Art Fiesta!
I think many of you parents who are reading this will agree when I say that celebrating a child's
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Craft & Crepes
Fresh flowers, crafts, a crepe bar, delicious drinks and wonderful company at a lovely restaurant on
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Remembering One
It seems like a very long time ago when I think of it, but it's only really been three months since
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Party People
Amazed. Overwhelmed. Grateful. Excited. In four words, it's how I basically feel about this little
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Drawing with Kuya Robert
It's always exciting to be in a room full people who are passionate about art and making. I always
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Hang Up Some Inspiration!
Ten days to go before my Make Your Own Inspirational Banner workshop with Make it Blissful! I'm
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An Art Party For Alonzo
I'm not a professional party stylist or event coordinator, but kids parties are one of my favorite
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I Am Crafty at I Am Kim
My next Craft Party with Juice Hut is happening this coming Saturday! Yes, we're excited to craft,
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Halfway There!
If you follow me on Instagram, you've probably noticed that I've been posting multiple drawings at a
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The Juice Hut Craft Party
Yes! I get to update my blog! Ha! The last month has been amazingly crazy and ultra busy that I have
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Flowers For My Moms
For Mother's day, I decided to make small paintings for my Mom and my Mother in law. Both of them
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A Summer Art Class in Accolade
Summer and Emma are fortunate to have a lot of playmates at the condominium where we live. Many of
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Keep Shining, Momma!
I came across this quote the other night and thought it was so sweet and simple that I decided to
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100 Drawings By Nica
Yesterday was the 25th day of The 100 Day Project – an online challenge on Instagram pioneered by
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Winners of Our Tutti Frutti Summer Giveaway
Thank you so much to everybody who joined our little summer blog giveaway in partnership with Juice
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A Tutti Frutti Summer Giveaway!
This summer, Juice Hut came out with these limited edition tote bags which I had the privilege of
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Summer Stamps
Making rubber stamps is a fun and therapeutic activity. But for me, that's really only the first
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A Birthday Craft Party!
Crafts make me happy (duh)! And I have mentioned countless of times how making things in my own
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Life Partner
Last night on the drive home from my in-laws' house in Cainta, Summer, who sits in the Chewbacca
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Live Long and Prosper
I've not yet been able to pay tribute to one Leonard Nimoy. Here goes. Contrary to what most may
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A Weekend of Arts & Crafts at the Beach
I've heard it said somewhere before that one of the most effective ways to fuel your passion is to
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Winners of Our Double Book Giveaway Revealed!
Kayo and I are very thankful to everyone who joined our book giveaway! It was enriching to read all
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Double Book GIVEAWAY!
I have just recently finished reading two very interesting books about having happy and healthy
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DIY Toys: The Workshop!
Yes, I'm finally holding a workshop! And it's going to be a fun and playful toy-making,
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Free Valentines Postcards!
Just a few days left before Valentine's Day and I've got a special treat for you! I designed four
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Valentines DIY: Sweetheart Piñatas
Who says piñatas are only for children's parties? I just made a couple of cute heart-shaped piñatas
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JuiceHutManila.com
On November 2013, I helped design the Juice Hut brand as they planned and prepared to open a small
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Three Little Girls and A Sleepless Momma
The level of crazy at home has gone up a whole 'nother level since baby Jo arrived over three months
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A Planner Makeover
I can't believe January is almost over! But as I look back to the first few weeks of 2015 I realize
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Hello 2015!
So finally, my first post of the year! Let me begin by saying just how thankful I am for the holiday
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Let The Joyful Celebrations Begin!
Just a few more hours to go before Christmas and tonight, we feast! After hearing Christmas Eve
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DIY Gift: Accessory Clay Plates
Seven days to go before Christmas! It's the final stretch when we find ourselves busy wrapping
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A Blissful Afternoon
I've always been a fan and follower of my good friend and sister in law, Martine, way before she
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Emma’s Donut Party
Our daughter Emma turned two on December first and we threw her a small party at my in laws' home
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To Our Sweet Emma…
Dearest Emma, You have such an interestingly distinct personality. Papa and I are constantly
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DIY Christmas Village Advent Calendar
The season of advent begins in two weeks! I started working on our advent calendar early this year
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A Happy Handmade Accessory Swap!
A couple of months ago, while working on some crafts at home, an idea came to me to put together a
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DIY Zebra Piñata
My godson Vito turned five last Saturday and his Mom, Martine, put together an animal circus themed
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Naming You.
Dear Jo, On October 16th, 2014, you came into our world. It's been one month today. Much like
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The 2014 Christmas Gift Card Collection
Rejoice, rejoice! Christmas is just around the corner and our new Christmas gift card collection is
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