Warning: not a party post, but useful nonetheless! New year, new resolutions, and for us entrepreneurs, (re)new permits! Because this is what's been taking up so much of my time lately, I might as well write about it. Hey, it's still DIY since I'm processing all of these myself, right? Perhaps I can write about my franchising experience too and the steps I took in applying ... Continue Reading
21 Fun Places to Visit this Christmas
And just like that, it's December! Yeah I know, where did the time go? Apparently, we don't just say this about kids, but also about how quickly we jump from January to December😱 Like everyone else, this season's a favorite! Best time to make memories with the family. And because I felt so bad about missing a Santa photo for my toddler last year, I made it a mission ... Continue Reading
Craft Room Tour: Mere Fille
If you're drowning in ribbons and laces and buried under a pile of cardstock and pens and scissors, then it's time to organize your space! Take inspiration from today's craft room tour. Like any other creative space, it has a good mix of neatly displayed supplies, work in progress mess and a corner with opened and unopened boxes that's probably filled with more supplies we all ... Continue Reading
How to Make Paper Cup String Lights
You've probably seen the string light garland we did for our Pretty in Pink (and Gold) spread in Canvas {if not, check it out here} I already got some messages asking where I got the lights, how I did the pattern, where I bought the gold cups, etc. As promised, here is our tutorial video, plus a step by step guide and tips on how to make your ... Continue Reading
How to Set-up a DIY Dessert Table
Parties nowadays won’t be complete without dessert tables. From baptisms to kiddie parties, even to weddings, dessert tables have become a staple in the party scene. I, for one, am a fan of it! So today I'm sharing with you my step-by-step process in making a drool-worthy dessert table, plus some DIY styling tips here and there! Oh but before that, watch how we styled a simple ... Continue Reading
HMP June Giveaway: Designs on Us
Who's planning a DIY party soon? Here's your chance to score some great items for your upcoming party! Homemade Parties and Designs on Us are giving away a DIY Party Starter Kit you can use to glam up your party tables! This starter kit includes: A pack of paper straws and candy cups Paper lanterns, paper pompoms and paper doilies 4R Hanging picture frames ... Continue Reading
HMP May Giveaway: Bite Me
We're seeing a lot of pineapple-themed parties lately and we thought we'd let you in on the fun by giving away a pineapple-shaped cake! We've partnered with Bite Me to give you not just a pretty looking pineapple cake but a yummy one at that! It's perfect for the pineapple or tropical parties you're planning...or if you don't have any party planned in the next couple of months, ... Continue Reading
DIY Construction and Mechanic’s Workbench
Mommy Rodessa's DIY play kitchen went viral early this year and she's at it again, now building a DIY gas pump, auto mechanic workbench, and hardware playset for her nephew! She shares, "Some of the comments when the play kitchen went viral is that some parents would want to build something for their little boys also. I thought of my 3 year old nephew, Hendrix who is also ... Continue Reading
DIY Kitchen Play Area
Ohhhh, featuring a different kind of DIY today but one that's sure to inspire those preparing for a kitchen, cafe or even a baking themed party! You've probably come across Mommy Rodessa's play kitchen made of recycled cardboards. It went viral early this year, even getting international features from the likes of Baby Center and Huffington Post. And how can it not make waves ... Continue Reading
HMP Recommends: Canvas Event Space
You know I'm a sucker for backyard parties, but let's face it, there are just some times when our homes or backyards aren't big enough to accommodate everyone we want to celebrate with. Enter Canvas, one of the newest events venues in Alabang, Muntinlupa. Barely a year old, Canvas gives you several function rooms to choose from, from a very intimate party of 8 to as much as 150 ... Continue Reading