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A Birthday Craft Party!

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Crafts make me happy (duh)! And I have mentioned countless of times how making things in my own personal time, alone in my home, is therapy to me. But through the years, I have also discovered by joining workshops and, more recently, holding my own, how arts and crafts shared and done in a group setting can also be very enjoyable and fulfilling. So for my 31st birthday, I decided to gather together new and long-time friends for an afternoon of coffee, cakes and crafts. We held it at our very own space, Honeycomb: Manila Coworking , located in Edsa Beverage Design Studio, which Read More

A Weekend of Arts & Crafts at the Beach

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I've heard it said somewhere before that one of the most effective ways to fuel your passion is to share it. The small craft workshops I hosted at San Juan, La Union over the weekend definitely did that. I've been on an arts and crafts high ever since (If you could call it that :P)! It happened at Flotsam & Jetsam Artist Beach Hostel, a place so relaxing and inspiring, it's very conducive to creative work and activity. I, together with another artist, Nikki Valenzuela, who is a very talented painter, put together several art workshops open to anybody interested. I, in particular, Read More

Create

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Crafts can be a very calming and therapeutic activity. Even more so when done at the beach! On Feb 28-Mar 1, Flotsam and Jetsam Artist Beach Hostel is hosting a fun and inspiring arts and crafts weekend at La Union and I'm so excited cause I get to be part of it! I'm holding a 2-hour craft workshop where you can create a one-of-a-kind decorative mobile for your home, bedroom or any space at all using seemingly useless items, some paint, miscellaneous art materials and a dose of imagination. It won't be hard at all and anybody can do it, even kids! Aside from me, two other artists Read More

DIY Toys: The Workshop!

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  Yes, I'm finally holding a workshop! And it's going to be a fun and playful toy-making, arts and crafts session for parents and children! My daughters and I have become fond of making their own play things out of everyday discarded items at home. We've made several toys, decor for their room, even props and costumes. And aside from it being a creative expression for them (and me!), it's also a wonderful bonding experience every single time. Not only do they learn to put pieces together and make something out of nothing, they also get to learn and practice good values, such as Read More

Valentines DIY: Sweetheart Piñatas

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Who says piñatas are only for children's parties? I just made a couple of cute heart-shaped piñatas which I think is the perfect craft project to work on this Valentines season! It's also a fun and unique way of packaging those Valentines treats for a special someone. What makes it even sweeter is that it's very easy and inexpensive to make! Here's how: 1. Prepare your materials. You will need the following: a cardboard box, red or pink Japanese paper, red or pink paint, glue, glue gun, glue sticks, scissors, string, candies or chocolates 2. Cut some cardboard into two heart shapes, both Read More

A Planner Makeover

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I can't believe January is almost over! But as I look back to the first few weeks of 2015 I realize I've done quite a bit already, like nail a handful of graphic design work and throw a little party. I've also started planning on new and exciting things for the first quarter of the year, which I cannot wait to announce, but well, I digress... At the end of last year, I wasn't really expecting to be working and planning on very many new things so I didn't get myself a planner. I actually have not used a planner at all in the last two years since I left my job, so I thought maybe I wouldn't Read More

Oh Baby!

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I love babies and I love celebrating them! So I was so happy to have been able to throw my sis-in-law, Martine, a sweet and intimate "Oh Baby" shower last Jan 11. It was a team effort with my mother-in-law and Amy, my other sister-inlaw. We held it at my in-laws' home and aside from family, Martine's close female friends where also there to celebrate with us. As usual, I took care of the party details. It was quite easy to plan for because I very well know what Martine likes. It's all dots, flowers, rustic and chic elements in greys, browns and blush with a touch of gold. It's also Read More

DIY Gift: Accessory Clay Plates

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Seven days to go before Christmas! It's the final stretch when we find ourselves busy wrapping presents, attending parties left and right, exchanging gifts with loved ones and also caught in heavy, frustrating traffic everywhere we go. It's horrible, alright. I have a number of friends who did all their shopping online to save on gas and precious time. Kayo and I did some shopping online too, but we still hit the stores last weekend and while the shopping itself was not a nightmare, the bad traffic was! I'm glad that I've decided to make gifts for a significant number of people in my list this Read More

A Blissful Afternoon

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I've always been a fan and follower of my good friend and sister in law, Martine, way before she became known as "Dainty Mom." Her hunger for knowledge, attention to detail, passion for life and ability to make anything pretty are things I've always admired about her. And what's even more admiring is how she uses all these strengths to touch and make significant change in people's lives. On December 6, I had the privilege of meeting and being in the same room as these lovely ladies she has impacted with her pursuit of meaningful and blissful living. It was a thanksgiving get together and Read More

Emma’s Donut Party

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Our daughter Emma turned two on December first and we threw her a small party at my in laws' home last weekend. With a new baby in the mix, Kayo and I knew that we'd have our hands full and our pockets on the low around this time, but we really wanted Emma to have her own special celebration with family and friends so we started planning and preparing early, way before I gave birth. We decided on a simple, easy and inexpensive theme which also turned out to be lots of fun - a donut party! It's also something we were sure Emma would enjoy. As usual, I did all the party decor Read More