Hello there! How are you? I know. I am terribly sorry. I didn't get back to you for like three months. I've been busy having breakfasts after work with my friends which extend to almost noon every time (I have to travel around 30 minutes or so to get back home.). When I get home I'm already too exhausted to do anything but sleep and at times I can't even do that. Though I feel sleepy I just couldn't drift off to sleep, but I'm too lazy to move! [Sigh.]
Anyway, I am trying to bring my creative mojos back and be productive crafts-wise. I've made a couple projects over the past few weeks but I just didn't get to take photos of them. It was always raining and I hate it when I take photos of my projects in my room. They turn out super dark and it is so hard to edit them. You know how crappy our internet connection is so I just get even more frustrated. Hmf.
Even though I didn't make much, I still hoarded craft supplies. I am such a hoarder! So, I'm going to share the goodies that I bought from June to last Saturday (my package from Bee Happy Crafts has not arrived yet. I'll add them here when they come in. I wish I'll get it today.)
First off is this set of pretty origami papers. I didn't buy them. Chie gave them to me. They are actually from Jas. She brought them as pasalubong to Chie when she went to Japan a few months back. They are just lovely! I'll most probably use them on a card or two.
Then I went to divi with Donna, A and A's siblings to buy the materials we needed for Reema's birthday loot bags. Before going there, Donna and I went to Wellmanson's in Quiapo to get some metal charms. I seriously needed to purchase a lot because I've used up most of my stash. I indeed bought a lot, but I didn't find bigger circle charms. Gad. I spent over P2000 at the shop!!! Aside from the metal charms, I also found three Eno Greeting paper pads, a sketch book which is perfect for my art journal, and some wooden buttons. I still wanted to look around but Donna stopped me. Thanks to her I didn't spend all of the money I brought with me. Whew!
But, well, on my way home (via SM North), I detoured to National Book Store where I bought four sticker books and a bottle of Tacky Glue. I must say I love this adhesive. I haven't used it before since it was a bit pricey and they are always out of stock in craft stores, but after using it on my recent projects, I think I will be hoarding 1 or 2 more bottles before they run out. NBS seems to be adding more and more craft supplies to their store. The Tacky Glue is cheaper there.
We have planned on having a little farewell party for a friend and colleague who recently left the company. That being said, of course, I was assigned to make the card and decorate the box where we will put some stuff. I went to Papemelroti to buy a box which turned out to into several boxes! They've re-stocked their boxes with the black print. The sizes I need with this design are always out when I visit their store so I decided to buy a couple of them apart from the one for the party. As I was looking through the other items inside the store (I also bought a mini notebook and a key chain to go with the card.), I saw these small pin buttons which are just so me. I mean they scream vintage and mixed media!!! They were P20 each so I had to control myself for a minute there. I could only have as many as 10 and no more. Tsk. I was in a tight budget but when it comes to craft supplies I just can't resist. Phooey. I also bought a paper pad and two packs of DIY kraft post cards. I can make my own post cards, but these may save me some time when I am in a hurry.
I also bought a jar of Molding Paste. I still have some left from mys first jar, but it would not last for a couple projects. Besides, it has already started to harden making it harder to use with stencils.
I have mentioned in my IG post earlier that I prefer this over the light molding paste. The finish is just different. I love its smooth opaque finish. It is heavier though, but I still think it's perfect for working on canvas and on most of my cards.
I'll have to end it here for now. I'll update this post ones the package I'm waiting for arrives. Thanks for looking today! I'll post my recent projects tomorrow. Have a great week!
UPDATE: The package that I was waiting for arrived last Monday, but it came in at almost 6PM so I did not get the chance to open it. As you know, I had to get some sleep before going to work.
Here is what it contained.
I want to have more clear stamps and stencils, but they don't come in cheap. I'll be in an even tighter budget in the next few months so I have to hold it in until I have some extra money. Gah. I'm currently working on my art journal and some more projects. You will be seeing the clear stamps and stencils put into use. I hope you check back for them once I finish them and have them posted here. Thanks for stopping by today! Have a great weekend!
Anyway, I am trying to bring my creative mojos back and be productive crafts-wise. I've made a couple projects over the past few weeks but I just didn't get to take photos of them. It was always raining and I hate it when I take photos of my projects in my room. They turn out super dark and it is so hard to edit them. You know how crappy our internet connection is so I just get even more frustrated. Hmf.
Even though I didn't make much, I still hoarded craft supplies. I am such a hoarder! So, I'm going to share the goodies that I bought from June to last Saturday (my package from Bee Happy Crafts has not arrived yet. I'll add them here when they come in. I wish I'll get it today.)
First off is this set of pretty origami papers. I didn't buy them. Chie gave them to me. They are actually from Jas. She brought them as pasalubong to Chie when she went to Japan a few months back. They are just lovely! I'll most probably use them on a card or two.
Then I went to divi with Donna, A and A's siblings to buy the materials we needed for Reema's birthday loot bags. Before going there, Donna and I went to Wellmanson's in Quiapo to get some metal charms. I seriously needed to purchase a lot because I've used up most of my stash. I indeed bought a lot, but I didn't find bigger circle charms. Gad. I spent over P2000 at the shop!!! Aside from the metal charms, I also found three Eno Greeting paper pads, a sketch book which is perfect for my art journal, and some wooden buttons. I still wanted to look around but Donna stopped me. Thanks to her I didn't spend all of the money I brought with me. Whew!
But, well, on my way home (via SM North), I detoured to National Book Store where I bought four sticker books and a bottle of Tacky Glue. I must say I love this adhesive. I haven't used it before since it was a bit pricey and they are always out of stock in craft stores, but after using it on my recent projects, I think I will be hoarding 1 or 2 more bottles before they run out. NBS seems to be adding more and more craft supplies to their store. The Tacky Glue is cheaper there.
We have planned on having a little farewell party for a friend and colleague who recently left the company. That being said, of course, I was assigned to make the card and decorate the box where we will put some stuff. I went to Papemelroti to buy a box which turned out to into several boxes! They've re-stocked their boxes with the black print. The sizes I need with this design are always out when I visit their store so I decided to buy a couple of them apart from the one for the party. As I was looking through the other items inside the store (I also bought a mini notebook and a key chain to go with the card.), I saw these small pin buttons which are just so me. I mean they scream vintage and mixed media!!! They were P20 each so I had to control myself for a minute there. I could only have as many as 10 and no more. Tsk. I was in a tight budget but when it comes to craft supplies I just can't resist. Phooey. I also bought a paper pad and two packs of DIY kraft post cards. I can make my own post cards, but these may save me some time when I am in a hurry.
I also bought two 8"x10" canvases a few weeks ago along with a bottle of Mod Podge and FolkArt Acrylic Paint. I bought the paint because I had an inkling of making something with purple and green and/or blue. I've used one of them last week. You'll see it on my next posts.
I also bought a jar of Molding Paste. I still have some left from mys first jar, but it would not last for a couple projects. Besides, it has already started to harden making it harder to use with stencils.
I have mentioned in my IG post earlier that I prefer this over the light molding paste. The finish is just different. I love its smooth opaque finish. It is heavier though, but I still think it's perfect for working on canvas and on most of my cards.
I'll have to end it here for now. I'll update this post ones the package I'm waiting for arrives. Thanks for looking today! I'll post my recent projects tomorrow. Have a great week!
UPDATE: The package that I was waiting for arrived last Monday, but it came in at almost 6PM so I did not get the chance to open it. As you know, I had to get some sleep before going to work.
Here is what it contained.
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