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Over!

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Sat, 29 Jun 2013 23:01:00 +0000

June would be over soon. But doesn't mean everything would be over soon in here. Pretty busy this month for family / personal affairs and health reasons. Nevertheless these are my highlights for this month....

Watched my daughter's in their last dance class performance.

My sweet student, Magda gave me sweet pink rose and that made me teary eyed Magda. Thank you girl!

School year is over and....

....has to bid goodbye to my Pre-Intermediate English class. I'm a bit sad for they are amazing teenagers and eager to learn the English language. I made each of them a letter of how grateful I am for being part of my life here in Poland and for accepting me as I am. ( 3 of them aren't in the picture )

Julia, Olga & Kinga (not in the picture) are my students in my young learners English class. They are pretty wonderful student to work with. Talented and smart little girls. They challenged me in a way...my patience and energy. I love these kids.

My two darlings are the best! I can't imagine my life without of them. This month, they shown me more how grown ups they are when I witness them performed on stage with confidence and such talented for their school year end performance.

I love peonies. They smell so wonderfully and pretty in their own way.

Beds of daisies are signs of Spring and Summer.They made me happy and grateful.

Stepping onto a greener surrounding after a cold one is actually relaxing.Sorry for that mess up shoes..I just love them even if they are old but they accompany me for my afternoon walks.


And being sick and in the hospital again isn't a wonderful experience. I vow not to be there again. Never!

June might be over soon but didn't mean Summer isn't over yet. Summer is just starting here in this part of the world, and I'd like to spend it wisely this time.

For readers of my blog, It's time to update your reader. Google reader will retire this July 1 after 8 years of serving. So, found great one like FEEDLY and BLOGLOVIN. I'll be available via both readers.

Feedly: Easy integration with Google Chrome and Firefox, as well as good apps for iOS and Android. You can import your Google RSS reader with one click.

Bloglovin: Easy to import and faster load time than Google reader.

So, this is these month's summary. See you in July!

I won!

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:01:00 +0000

What I've got from my e-mail last night?

(for I haven't checked my public email for sometime now)

Yes! A bombshell swimsuit pattern that everyone in the sewing blogosphere are buzzing about.......

This is one of the many fabulous surprise in this sewing blogging community. Heather Lou of Closet Case Files emailed me that I won in a blog contest at Novita's blog verypurpleperson. Really fantastic! Been eye-ing on this pattern for sometime now. Blame the whole sewing community for they convinced me that this is absolutely great pattern to work with. I'm hard to please when it comes to swimwear and clothes that involves more skin exposure. I'm not into it. It isn't me. I'm such a MARIA. :-) And I always seek for one that isn't too modern yet vintagey in style. So when I bumped into this bombshell swimsuit that everyone is talking about, I can't help but put it in my sewing list to do this summer. Never did I know, I will get this as a price. All for free! Who would not love free, right?

The sew-along with this pattern is now going on. So, I'm still in the process of gathering my materials but for sure I can't follow right on time with the sew-along for there's more important things I needed to attend to. For sure, when I'm back I'll work with this swimsuit right away. Hopefully, something to look forward to wear and use this summer. Just the right time! for I needed to give myself a break after a long cold winter and being sick And I hope, I will have the courage to share with you all the outcome of this bombshell swimsuit that everyone been trying on and this time ME wearing it. Yay! something new to watch here. For it is my first time sewing a swimwear but as well first time exposing myself with more skin. I love my confidence these days.......Oh well, just inspired.

*wink

If your up to the challenge of sewing a swimsuit like the bombshell swimsuit why not stop by HERE to purchase the pattern and for the sew-along HERE.

Wish me all the luck to this swimsuit challenge. Yay!

Tutu skirt & Sosnowiec Szyje (Sosnowiec Sewing Club)

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 12:06:00 +0000

A lot of sewing projects are filing up at this time. I have to find time real time soon to at least finish one sewing project a week. Blame this unpredictable Polish weather. It sucks! It rains most of the time here in our side of Poland. I won't complain anymore though.

Last May, I made this somewhat tutu like skirt.

The story behind this.... Originally it's a maxi skirt given by an Aunt 7 years ago. But I don't know what gotten into my mom's head when she sent some of my stuffs from Philippines that she reap this off and made into a pregnancy dress that I don't like. So, I refashioned it to like this now.....A tutu!

I need a killer heels on this. *wink!

Thinking of putting some lace ribbon on the hemline. I think it will look great. What do you think?

And, I have to find a great occasion to wear this tutu thing.

By they way, sewing clubs are getting popular now here in Polandia.

I'm glad! (clapping hands)

In fact, I found one that at least could relate to my passion and hobby - sewing. Of course my dear sewing blogger friend LONG RED THREAD introduced me this sewing club Sosnowiec Szyje. So, makes me giddy and without much hesitation I hop in to their Facebook page and join. I'm IN! Hoping some sewing bloggers and sewing fanatic there could relate to me or actually could speak English to me though. It would also be a wonderful idea for me learn the Polish language. I hope I could meet some of the member in person. That would be great! Sit with them in a cafe sharing our thoughts about sewing and crafty stuffs. So, if your in Sląsk area and would like to be part of this sewing club. You may visit the facebook page HERE.

Why I'm running?

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Happy Independence day Philippines!

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:56:00 +0000

Rizal: Inday, ang hindi marunong magmahal sa sariling wika, ay mas masahol at masangsang pa sa halimaw at malansang isda. (He who does not know how to look back where he came from will never get to his destination. He who does not love his own language is worse than an animal and smelly fish.)

Inday: Thank you for your wonderful words of wisdom. But don’t you know that I’ve already read all your writings. And unfortunately, I was really disappointed because majority of your novels were written in Spanish and Latin. So, therefore,
you are the ultimate violator of your own aphorism.

Rizal: Yabang mo! Halimaw! (your so braggart! Monster!)

The best Tagalog joke ever. This is not intended to insult our national hero Dr. Jose Rizal for I truly admire his courageous writings and flight to win our country back.

Happy Independence day to my country Philippines!

When can we actually be truly free?

Mabuhay!

Today

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 15:56:00 +0000

Today, I woke up well rested and feel content. 12 hours sleeping on a Friday night without interruption is such a relief. And today, makes me so grateful for :

- weeks gone by so fast.

- i feel human again.

- love is overflowing in my hearts.

- assuming someone is thinking and probably hoping to be with me.

- it's my mom's 60th birthday.

- warm sunshine is here at last!

Counting small blessing day by day really works wonders. I always count my blessings anyway no matter how small it is. It pays back seriously.

And I am hoping you do too!

:-)

In the middle of my busy crazy Saturday morning chasing kids in the mall, I discover this song that is so fitting to what I'm feeling recently. I'm happy.

Hugs!
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Ai

Oh, June!

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:57:00 +0000

Well, well, well.........May is over!

*whew

May is just amazing month for me. I found more life in the most wonderful way. I found so much inspiration to be happy, more creative, inspired and be more passionate with life. May offers a lot of promising things yet something to hurdle for the coming months.

1. Spring is something really magical for me. It's so rejuvenating and giving me hope, especially witnessing how flowers unfolds its new LIFE.

Blissful!

2. I love to pick some fresh flowers or wildplant after my morning run or during an afternoon walk. I usually decorate it at home. There's just joy putting something natural things right infront of your eyes.

3. My little boy, he isn't a camera fan. Then, I love taking pictures of him right when he's not aware of. So, that's why kind of blurry pic. Still, i love his facial reaction. His one great boy.

4 . This flower/plant always amazes me. May is the month when its buds started with yellow then turns into green. I love the transition of colours.

5 .My little girl, she's amiable in so many ways. She's the sweetest little girl I know. She'll be 6 soon and she wants to throw a tea party. That I need to plan as early as now.

6. Typically me. attempted to capture a shot of myself but failed for isn't clear. Blurry ! what a crap! I will never do that again. I badly need a tripod. But that's my MAY face.

7. and now it's June! much more I am embracing every moment of it. No looking back. No fears and feel content.

What's instore for me this June? That I don't know. All I know is I'm ready to experience June and can't wait to know what June has for me. Please, be good to me June.

Have a wonderful weekend!

In that Land of unicorns

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Fri, 31 May 2013 11:54:00 +0000

We are all dreamers. Aren't we all?

We dreamed of something, somebody...sometimes and knowing one will never come..never come true.

Dream- is a free thing. That gives us freedom and be happy for awhile.

It is raining and cold. I'm sitting, staring blankly on the old brick wall... thinking and suddenly I feel pain. Pain for secretly inside it hurts and aching. For I will never deny that I want to be by your side. Mine is a dream that should never come true. Hoping a day there will be a chance to have you in our own real time.

Enough to let things left unspoken. Let time decide and speak for itself.

For today, I'm daydreaming of that land of unicorns. The land of unicorns, where I'm truly yours and that we all have the time unimaginable. In a world , where there's no apprehensions and doubts.

Reality bites! You couldn't be mine. Maybe in that land of unicorns.

Fashion Inspiration: Plaid

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:56:00 +0000

Plaid is one clothing must have. I like to wear plaid. Such outfit is so fitting to wear for weekend get away, a stroll around the park, for a coffee date and when you need to run important errands in the city.

This clothing inspiration is so me.

How about you, are you into plaids?

Happy Friday!

Source: garanimals.com via Garanimals on Pinterest

My Homemade Orangette

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Thu, 23 May 2013 13:32:00 +0000

Oranges are in season. I love orange so much. There's something about that orange colors and the orange fruit actually. For me, wearing such color makes me more happy and cheerful. It ignites my moods and gives me more energy.

When it comes to the fruit, I love to freshly squeeze them and made them into fresh orange juice for my brunch or for an afternoon drink. Really wonderful to match with waffles or pancakes too. What a celebrity this fruit is.

Weeks back, a friend inspired me to make some Orangette. It's a candied orange peels. She's been making some through a popular Youtube tutorial HERE and she made some video responses HERE . While shopping for some fresh fruits, I saw pretty fresh big oranges and thought of why not try that orangette -orange peel thing.

* see that's how giddy am I sometimes....common! I love oranges. My love affair of this fruit started when I one boring day I felt so sad. So I cut them into wedges and sip there pulp and juices, threw the skins... until I get the hanged of it sipping. Imagine me sipping them as fast as I can, as If I am trying to bet in the Guinness world record.LOL! And voila! I don't feel bored anymore. That's how weird I am sometimes. But don't blame the hormones this time..... ask my mum!

(INSERT EVIL LAUGHTER / ANNOYING LOOK HERE!)

So, here's my version of that ORANGETTE.

I made some chocolate coated ones too, But stroke of fate, they're the best seller. So, before I could take pictures of them, they're gone in an instant. My kids and friends love the chocolate coated ones.The taste of chocolates and orange when mixed together is just so perfect. An orgasm right on time. Right after, I put them in a recycled jars. (note: I have a lot of jars at home, I like to recycle things and make them useful again).

I will make more next time in different flavours. Maybe, I'll try cinnamon, mint, white chocolates, vanilla or whatever flavours comes to mind.

Want one?

I'll spare you some........Bye!

For that kind of shoes

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:54:00 +0000

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I always admit, I am crazy about shoes, especially the vintage ones.

Is it a bad habbit?

Don't call me I'm imeldific?

The picture above is one of the shoes I am still on a hunt and would still be my mission in my next trip to vintage flea markets. I don't care how many old people I will bump there who smells Polish vodka liquor and how many rambles of old things I will encounter, just to find such kind of vintage shoes. This is crazy maybe but that makes me giddy.

Anyways, aside from meeting a special person today (wink), I'm happy that I can finally upload pictures here in blogger. Maybe, it has something to do with my plug-ins in my computer and I updated few features today, so that's why It can. Whatever that is. It cooperates with my mood today.

For that kind of shoes, Wherever you are in the world right now, please show up to me very soon.

*pulls hair!

That's about it. See you still here......

TIME

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:22:00 +0000

Today was so amazing for so many reasons. There's no better way to end it than listening to this wonderful music I just discovered lately, TIME. The title and the whole artistry of this song really describes what I felt today.

If I could only have more time........

*sigh!

Change ahead!

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:56:00 +0000

I think it's time for me to leave this site..I can't upload pictures and the new look of blogger is giving me a headache. There's a lot of updates I don't have time to read and I think they want me to have a google+ acount which I just deactivated some weeks ago for personal reason. Maybe one reason why I couldn't upload my pictures. And now,uploading my photos here isn't working in my side and for no apparent reason why. There's so many things I don't understand at all here. Maybe, I will lost a lot of my readers here. It would be a risk but I have to change and move on to another blogsite.

It's time for a change.

Hello!

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Fri, 10 May 2013 09:59:00 +0000

Hello there!

Days are lovelier. Most days are spent outdoors either chasing my kids or window shopping. If you ask me if warmer / hot days are my favourites....

Ooh well! No!

I like warmer weather here though in Poland but soaking myself under the heat of the sun is a great NO NO for me. I'm not fan of sunbathing and getting a very tan. I spent most of my growing up years living in a tropical country and I had enough sunshine. My tan skin colour is already great. To be honest, I wanna be whiter. (hahahahha) That's what Asians like.... Whiter and clearer skin complexion. So here!? expect me wearing an umbrella under the heat of the sun. I don't mind at all neighbors/people staring at me bringing umbrella, for here parasols are for rainy days only. Hmmm! Not for me. Not for Asian like me. Maybe crazy to look at for Europeans but hey! try it out. More glamorous (maybe) to wear umbrella in a sunny hot days.

That's all for today. I can't upload my entry on Me-Made-May 2013 for I have a problem downloading pictures here in blogspot. I don't know why. If you have the same trouble, please comment below and let me know the solution.

Have a nice springy day! Enjoy as always....

Almond Cake

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Thu, 02 May 2013 13:52:00 +0000

The weather sucks today. Stormy, rainy and sun didn't shine.Which means we can't go out with the kids to play outdoors and I need to give them activities that would not bore them. So, we baked almond cake. A simple Italian cake that I always love for an afternoon teatime with family.

However, After wanting to post the pictures here of my delicious almond cake, I can't upload the pictures. Why blogger? Pictures will be posted later anyways.

Here's the recipe though but you can try this other recipe too.

Almond Cake

3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup flour
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 tsp. almond extract
2 eggs
slivered almonds

Mix sugar, flour, butter, almond extract, and eggs on high for 3 minutes. Pour into greased pie pan. Sprinkle with slivered almonds. Bake at 180C for 25 minutes. -enjoy!

Enjoy!

Me Made May 2013 - I'm In!

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 22:03:00 +0000

I am taking part of this wonderful Me-Made-May '13 challenge. This has been going on for over 3 years now and this year I am challenging myself to take part of this. Pretty good challenge isn't it? Though, I'm a bit scared.

And so I pledge.............

'I, Ai of Polish-ed Ai, sign up as a participant of Me-Made-May '13. I endeavour to wear a handmade garment (sewn or refashioned) for at least twice a week for the duration of May '13.

Goodluck to me! (yey)

Sonja dress in tulip print

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:27:00 +0000

This dress is looking for an owner. I made this out of boredom one lousy day.

(Blame my hormones again!)

Without thinking & remembering that size 38 isn't my size and way too big in the bust area. I am (still) size 36. It is a Sonja dress in tulip print. It is a free pattern that is easy to sew and a versatile pattern to work with. The fabric is a jersey type in black and white colour. I think, I will give it away to a friend.

Petion: Make more men patterns BURDA!

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:29:00 +0000

I never sew any garments for my boys and been wanting to but due to lack of patterns and my sewing skills for men isn't that great like making a piece of trousers.Still needed harnessing. But how can I hone this skill if I couldn't see any patterns that is accessible for me, right? And everytime I sew something for my little girl my little boy would always say, how about me mum? (oh, pity little one)

Good thing though a group of Polish sewing bloggers / community made a petition to burda magazine to at least produce and make more men patterns. Our men deserves a pattern and a good garment right? Knowing too that more men now are becoming so conscious of buying handmade things. Would be a good alternative too as a gift for all our men. So, why not make more pattern for men. The sewing skills isn't only limited to sewing women's garments but for men too.

Come on! You need to improve Burda. Produce some patterns for men not only once a year but at least a page indicated for men.

The last time I also participated in such a cause was like a year ago. Where, we want Burda to improve into their styling and patterns. Though, they improve a little bit. So, before hitting the magazine shop to buy a Burda magazine, I checked on bloggers reviews first for the latest issue, if it worthy for me to pick the new one or not. So I won't be disappointed and knowing too that such magazine isn't that cheap. More or less 12Pln. in here. That is too much for me. Good enough to buy a yard of fabric actually.

Please, support the petition by signing up online HERE! and grab the buttons over here too.

Thank you and we are hoping they will here this petition..

The Great British Sewing Bee

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:17:00 +0000

Thank God its Wednesday!

No work to think in the afternoon, no lessons to think about and I have long time free without my kids at home. Hurrah! That's a great bonus for me to be just by myself from time to time.

Usually, I do all I needed to do at home. Cleaning, run the washing machine, cook special meal for dinner, sometimes do some small baking and sew. If I'm not doing things at home for I've done it on a weekend, I go for a quick shopping around the city center and visit second hand shops or thrift shops to hunt for garments that is still has the potential to alter. Of course, hunt for fabrics. I love hunting fabrics in the second hand shops for not only cheaper but I can find some pretty prints that is unique. So, your right with your thinking I hoard amount of fabrics at home. Is it addiction? I hope not! if you know this piece of passion, then surely you understand.

Today, I took the time to be out of home, meet a friend and we sat in our favourite cafeteria....drinking our favourite drink which is coffee and talk and talk and talk about different things. I love it! Just when the day started to be gloomy and rainy, coffee and a company of a good friends is such a wonderful idea to flip your mind about the weather. When we are about to be out of the cafe, Mr. Sunshine came back and off we go home.

At home at last! run the washing machine, marinate meat for dinner and settle myself with a cup of tea.....

turned the TV on........and watched 'The Great British Sewing Bee' on television. Though, it is aired in Englad every Tuesday night at 8:00 pm, but I am watching it over youtube. So Thank's God for YouTube!

Just marvelous to watch a sewing program. I feel excited, giddy and therapeutic for me!

Whew!

I'm hooked to this program ( I blamed longredthread post for introducing me well to this show) and I can't wait to see finals. I'm learning along the way too and jotting down sewing terms which I know I needed to master, like the putting a zip/fly on a trousers.

So far my favourite contestant is Lauren. Who has a blog named, guthrie & ghani. She's perfectionist and keen on details in dealing with every challenges. I hope she'll get the crown.

Though, I love Ann. She reminds me of my grandmother who's a sewist and a tailor. Somewhat they are on the same age and same era where sewing is still such a big thing. Though, I could see that sewing as a hobby and a passion is getting a big come back.

Sandra is also one of the best contestant. She has a great sewing skill for she sews for her children. Although, I could see she's not so risky in terms of her interpretation in every challenges. But then, again she's a treat to both Lauren and Ann.

As I watched the 3rd episode today, I could feel with everyone when they have to say goodbye to Stuart. It's like something is mising in the sewing room if Stuart is isn't there for he's funny, really gayish and creative in terms of making his pieces of garments. It talks true to his personality.

I don't know who will win. Goodluck! But I have my own bet. Well seeeee... Can't wait for next Wednesday though.

Bye for now!

Pork Steamed Rice

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 12:57:00 +0000

When I longed for home..... back in the tropics, I just usually indulged mysel into home comfort foods. To alleviate my mood.

For awhile now, I mastered the art of cooking dimsum/chinese foods. For back home, I love to chinese foods and frequent in dimsum restaurants and one of my favourite is steamed rice paired with siomai. So, I cooked my own version of pork steamed rice the other day. Though, in that picture I use turkey fillet for I am trying to cut down my pork intake. Still tasted great. Recipe will follow soon.......

xxxooo

Lately....

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 10:17:00 +0000

Hi!

Holiday is over. (that's sad :-( ) which means I have to wait for the next season ~~bring~~ break.

Why too quick?

We celebrated the Easter with a festive mood at home. Of course the Polish way! Eating loads of Polish sausages (kiełbasa). Good thing though, I bought homemade ones. And if you ask me if it is yummy? oh boy! I LOVE IT! homemade ones are the best. Definitely one I'd recommend eating than the ones sold in the market. Other than the kiełbasa's, Polish prepares the best ham in town, boiled eggs, some painted and decorated ones and lots of sweet treats. So, imagine how many calories I consumed the entire holidays.

*geesh! PULLS HAIR!

Anyways, here what's gotten into me lately........

Decorated the house with this Easter eggs and bought fresh flowers.

Prepared the children's Easter basket for church blessing. Oh yeah, one of Polish tradition is to bring the Easter basket to church and have it blessed by the priest. Usually, you have to put your Polish kielbasa, eggs, bread, salt, pepper and ham.

Our Easter bunnies! Ready to mingle for the Easter party at home.

But, it snowed like crazy on Easter day.

I managed to go for a walk ( which is a usual routine for me )amidst the snow storm that day.

Baked cheesecake for Easter lunch with the family. I am not a fan of cheesecake though but family love it.

Just when the snow melts my daughter wants a levitation pose. So, I took one and she likes it! She really wants to fly. Who would want to right?

This is what I love about the Polish cementeries, they love to decorate the graves according to seasons and sometimes it's like a garden of flowers.

And what's with this road sign? Careful with a girl bringing a giant lollipop? Oh no! i like Polish roadsigns. They are hilarious sometimes. That makes think of collecting and taking more pictures of Polish road signs.


This one! Man: I'm going to get you! ha ha ha! girl : huh huh huh! I have to run for my life!!!Runnnnnnnnnnnnnn!!!!!!!

A neighbor's red door that always caught my attention.


And my two little ones, enjoying the (hopefully) last snow.

How was your Spring/Easter break? Hope you had a great one.

P.S. Sewing post will follow soon.

Fashion Inspiration: Philipp Tampus

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 16:59:00 +0000

This is one sewing style/ technique I wanted to try on..draping! Back home, a friend taught me how to do draping in dresses and gowns. But here, I do not have the mannequin where it would be easy to manipulate such technique. To further enhance my knowledge, I searched the internet for easy draping tutorials and interested to buy this drape drape book by a Japanese author. I am hoping someday I would be successful in draping. I am infact trying one right now. We'll see....

Today, I'd like to get inspiration from a close family friend and a neighbor, Philipp Tampus who's now a famous fashion designer in the Philippines after joining Project Runway Season 1. He is great for drapey designs, lacey, romantic, classy and sophisticated designs. He's one humble person I know. No airheads. I understand how and where he gets inspirations from his works, from his family and how he was raised, especially by his mom who loves crocheting. His project runway finale collections is of lace & crochet inspired designs. Truly inspired by his mother, Manang Pacing.

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His latest Spring-Summer collection 2013 are so fabolous!

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He's one ordinary guy I know back then. He went abroad to work as a designer and now, would surely stay foot in the Philippines to share his talent and designs to aspiring young designers, sewing enthusiast like me. That isn't too late to dream, try and enhance your talent and of course share it to the world and especially to your fellow countrymen/compatriot is such an honor and a blessing.

I am inspired and I have to rally hard to try my hands more on draping and other sewing technique. I also support indie designers and local talents.

Philipp Tampus shop is located in Mabolo Cebu City, Philippines.

You may also like his Facebook page for more info and how to contact him : Philipp Tampus Atelier

Till next fashion inspiration.

Have a blessed day everyone!

image source all taken HERE

Cold spring

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 12:31:00 +0000

Yes! the sun did shine today.

.............but very COLD spring!

I know...i know! been whining about our weather for some days now. If you live here in Polandia you will really understand what I am ranting for.

Kids easily gets sick. Outdoor activities are so limited more indoor with the kids. That makes them sick, bored and impatient.

Anyways, today I took a picture of my tulips that I bought in the shop last night. I want to see more colours in our space and much more I am so obsessed with tulips nowadays.

Blame the weather again.

The sky is too blue and sunny, yet still so frosty and cold outside.

So, where is justice in this part of the world?

*sigh

Wherever you are right now, enjoy your weekend with the one you love.

Happy weekend everyone!

Thrift shop adventure: Fabrics

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:45:00 +0000

It rains like crazy.

I'm super bored.

Today, I managed to go to a nearby thrift shop and found this wonderful fabrics. This would be a wonderful material for my sewing project this spring and summer.

Overall, I paid 35 złoty. *wink! Isn't it awesome? For usually fabrics here per meter or yard cost most likely 20-30zloty, depending on the fabric of course.

Till next thrift shopping adventure folks!

Be well.

Dear Winter

noreply@blogger.com (Ai) — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 09:41:00 +0000

Dear Winter,

I don't need you anymore! please go away and find your way out of my life! I need & been longing the warmth of Mr. Sunshine. I know I'm always complaining but hey! It's because you've extended your stay again. Aren't your tired of pouring snow? Yes, I find it magical but I don't like its coldness. Can't you understand that I am tired of you?

Ms. Sunshine lady