Weekeend Haul

I joined a garage sale this weekend. I've been joining garage sales at my cousin's village for the past 3 years and I find it as the best way of disposing old items, plus earning a little money. Garage sales made me realize how impractical it is to buy expensive items since one day I will be no longer liking it. The target market of the garage sales are mostly maids, drivers and blue-collared workers. I sell my shirts at P50 each and sometime even...

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DIY: Party Pompoms

Pink Pompoms (from the net) When throwing a party on a tight budget, a great way to decorate is by making party pompoms! Party pompoms are made with Japanese paper, wire and nylon. The other tools you will be needing are scissors and paper clips. The best way to decorate using these pompoms is by hanging it from the ceiling. I have seen these used even in weddings.  I bought materials from Divisoria. A roll of Japanese paper cost P25...

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Saizen buy: Brush Cleaner

I cleaned my make up brushes today! Its been a while since I last washed it, probably a month ago so it was quite dirty. I used to wash my brushes using baby shampoo since I read that it was an alternative to brush cleaners. However, I did not like the smell it left on my brushes whenever I used it, plus it doesn't thoroughly clean all of the make up off. Brush cleaners tend to be expensive (MAC) which is why I am so happy to have found a much...

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Dapitan Arcade: Home and Decor Finds at Low Prices

Dapitan Arcade, located right beside Suki Market (wet market) in Quezon City, carries 'export overrun' plates, ceramics and other home decors. This small flea market area is jam-packed with all sorts of kitchen and home decors. Each store is displayed with items from floor to ceiling. You have to be careful entering each store since all of the items are fragile and I would suggest taking a small purse with you just to avoid any breakage. Right...

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