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I dreamt of becoming a florist

Cai — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:52:25 +0000

Did you hear I’m trying to put up my own franchise of a flower shop? Well.. not exactly. But this coming Valentines, which by the way is the first time I would have to spend alone since I first got a boyfriend in college, I thought of this awesome idea of just spending my day making other people happy. Or sort of.

The idea came to me what I was having coffee with my colleagues two weeks ago. I was sharing to them how I’ve always wanted to be a florist but never really gave the thought a real consideration. And then it came to me – flowers for the coming Valentines Day. Awesome. Since I’m anticipating I would not have a date, I would happily deliver flowers instead.

And so I started talking to my guy friends and asking them to help me pursue my endeavor. HAHAHA! So far I have 9 orders! Yeay! If this succeeds, I might open an online flower shop.

First bouquet I sampled. I want something more sophisticated than this.

Anywaaay. To cut the looong story, I went back to Manila last night to canvas for another supplier because I lost contact with my previous one. On my visit, I got a bouquet of pink roses and I bought a bundle of red roses that I could play around with. I wish I bought more supplies because when I was trying to make a bouquet at home, I don’t have any tape to tie my bundles with. And yes, I ran out of papers and wraps.

Dried up bouquet from last week, fresh pink bouquet, a bundle of red roses and fillers.

So there. I tried to cleaning two dozens of roses and was it hard! Omygad. I wish I had rubber gloves on. I don’t think I can do this on Valentines eve – cleaning about 14 dozen of roses T___T

I might not be able to finish if I pursue that, so what I think I would do is to get arranged flowers already (unwrapped) and I will just wrap it myself, so I can be creative with the presentation. And yes, I could not make a hand-tied bouquet because really, my hands are really small to hold up twelve roses plus fillers! Or maybe, it would come in practice.. hmmm

Cleaned roses!

And because I miserably failed in making a hand-tied round bouquet, I just made a three-roses arrangement instead. Took me less than 5 minutes. Like a boss.

I am very much excited for next week. I will take some time to find metallic cellophane with heart prints or kiss prints this weekend. I think cellophane or film are better to use as wraps than japanese papers. IDK. Or I can mix and match. I hope to pull this off.

The only thing I was able to accomplished the whole night. Haha!

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I Brave a Pixie Cut

Cai — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 10:19:07 +0000

I have been obsessing to get a pixie cut since I saw Emma Watson sport one. Since then, I would drool over pretty pictures of celebrities who carry a pixie cut like Katie Holmes, Elisha Cuthbert, Natalie Portman and Halle Berry. I wanted something like that but I chicken out every time I’m about to have the cut.

I first tried to get a pixie cut last November when I cut my hair super short. It wasn’t successful, I think. T’was just a short haircut. And then just three months later, I had another attempt for a pixie but I ended up having a nice bob that slants from back to front instead.

But yesterday, I went to the salon and made sure I will walk out of there happy with the haircut that I have been wanting so long. Usually I would go to Basement Salon in Shangri La for any of my hair needs (cut, color, treatment), but this time I went to Menage Salon in Gateway because (1) It’s nearer to my place and (2) Hair services cost less. My stylist in Basement would cost me Php1000 while the stylist I got in Menage was only Php400.

I asked K to take pictures for me. This is before the haircut. My hair grows faster than the usual hair growth, I don’t know why. In just four months, my hair grew about 5 to 5.5 inches. Usual hair growth is about 3/4 to an inch per month.

I had some pictures I got from the internet with me when I went to the salon. I showed it to the stylist and asked if I can pull off any of the styles. My ultimate inspiration really was Keri Hilson’s cut. I actually love everything about Keri, she’s like the hottest for me.

So after an hour, here’s what my hair looked like:

Totally hot. Pixie cut with longer sideburns so it would still look feminine. I was really scared I’d look like a boy so I asked to stylist to be really careful not to make it too short. I am really happy that it ended up looking like this.

I was hoping to look like a rockstar =))

With Joel Sandoy, Creative Director at Menage Salon in Gateway.

This is my stylist Joel Sandoy, I think he’s a Senior Stylist in Menage. With the gorgeous haircut that he gave me, I would highly recommend him if you want to get a fashionable cut. He’s really warm and he listens to me and really worked with me so I’d be satisfied with my cut.

To contact him, you may want to call the salon at (632) 911-1901.

With K. Dinner in Burgoo at SM The Block with his friends later that night. He said my cut's really hot. :')

If you are also thinking of getting a pixie cut, I suggest that you do proper research and long preparation. Make sure also that you’re really decided. I know. Hair grows back but if you’re that type who’s been used to wearing long hair for ages, it would take you some time to grow it back if ever you find your new cut uncomfortable.

Menage Salon Telephone 911 1901 Fax 912 7294 2Level Gateway Mall Araneta Center, Cubao

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Yay new haircut!

Cai — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 14:55:29 +0000

Well.. not much.

I was thinking of getting a pixie cut this time but yeah, I chickened out. Hihi

But. I love this one. :’)

New hair!

I was hoping to get this cut (sorry blurred picture, took it using my phone):

Very nice pixie cut

Saw this from Ellure’s Jan 2011. I think this is a very brave feat. And very pretty. :’) I’m hoping to brave this kind of cut. Soon. Teehee.

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Pinkurinal’s Project 52 Looks

Cai — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 15:42:41 +0000

And this year I will have my own take on having a year-long project. I thought a 52-weeks project is more achievable than a 365-days one. So here’s what I have in mind: I’m gonna have something like a lookbook project. I actually find it a little narcissistic but I think it’s okay. Hahaha

I’d like to think that somehow, there are girls out there who are inspired and have been influenced by my own statement. And while I may not be a fashionista, I still like to share whatever it is that compose my style.

Let's dress up and shoot!

When I was younger, I am more of the shirt-and-pants type of girl and being kikay’s very far from my personality. I don’t wear skirts except when going to church services. Well, you know what they say about how the wind changes, eh? Five years ago, I wouldn’t have imagined that someday I will get addicted to makeup and stuff like that, and I will finally dress myself stylishly and wear four-inches heels. Now, let’s see what I can come up with in this project. There’s lot of styles I would really really love to try and I hope I can pull it off. Am excited much!

Anyhoo, I hope I can keep up with this project and I hope you guys will support me. :’) And I hope my dear friends who are into photography would team up with me for a shoot. :’) *shout out to Winston, Josh, Ada, Mabel and all of you dear friends who enjoy photoshoot hahaha

Health & Beauty: Aztec Secret – Facial Clay

Cai — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 19:18:39 +0000

Here’s the thing, looking after your skin doesn’t have to be expensive.

When we were younger and we were just starting to grow the first pimples in our lives, we were taught that calamansi extracts (whitens the skin), brown sugar (exfoliates dead skin cells) and egg white mask (tightens pore) can do the tricks to take care of our ever sensitive skin.

Aztec Secret facial clay is available at Healthy Options.

Now that we can at least burn a few hundreds once in a while, here’s what I suggest you can try – Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay. I saw a review of the product few months ago and I thought I might try it. So I went to Healthy Options where it is available and bought a tub. It only cost me around Php400. Going to facial salon for monthly facials or nano peel could really hurt your pretty purse – a facial would cost Php500-Php1000 and a nano peel is around Php2000 – so I thought a Php400-facial-clay that is good for several uses is a great deal.

What’s great about this tub of clay?

A tub of powdered healing clay.

It is pure natural Calcium Bentonite Clay, the most effective type of healing clay. It is a very effective adsorbent agent – it draws the fats, oil, and dirt out of your facial pores.
You can use it not only as a facial mask but also as remedy to acne and insect bites, and use it for bodywraps, clay baths, foot soak and knee packs.
You can actually feel and see the result! You will feel your face pulsate for real! (that’s my favorite part of the routine) After you take the clay mask out of your face, it’d feel like you just had a nano peel.

My mixture! This is a little sticky though.

It’s cheap and easy to prepare:
- You just need to mix the powdered clay with equal parts of water (or apple cider vinegar) and stir until you get a smooth mixture.
- Then you layer the mask in your face, about half an inch thick and let it dry for 15-20mins.
- Rinse with warm water.
Read how clay works to heal your skin.

I have been using this new facial regimen for several months now. And yes, I said goodbye to facial salon visits.

My recommendation: 5/5 Get a tub now, lady.

*this is NOT a sponsored post

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I cut my hair sooper short

Cai — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 16:05:52 +0000

Today I decided to go short again. After 20 months of waiting to grow my hair so I can perm it, I ended up cutting it short. And it was an impulsive take.

Before the haircut. Omg. I miss my long hair na agad. Hahaha

I went to the Basement salon in Shang when I woke up 7PM earlier. I knew I wanted a perm but when I got there I said I’m going short and I want it red. Hahaha

The short red hair! I hope to get used to my short hair soon and feel confident about it.

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Pink Salmon in Apple and Mini Bagel

Cai — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:48:29 +0000

Today I marinated pink salmon steak and salmon belly in lime, dried oregano leaves, salt and cracked pepper. Then I steamed the proteins for about 5-10minutes before I pan-seared it in cholesterol-free butter.

Pink Salmon with apple and mini bagel.

I topped the salmon belly over a mini bagel and thin slice of green apple.

I also prepared a “sauce” for the salmon steak by melting butter and adding lime to it. I also added dried oregano leaves to be consistent with the flavor.

The taste of salmon and apple is like fireworks in the mouth.

I love how the sweetness of green apple compliments the taste of lime in the fish. The crispy mini bagel added texture and contrast with the salmon which is very soft. Everything just came together and it works. I am very proud of this dish considering that I just thought about it on the fly when I was buying some stuff in the grocery.

I shared the dish with three of my officemates and they all liked it :’)

I want to spend more time (and more money, meh) cooking dishes like this. I want to learn more and be a very cool chef in the future haha. Cooking gives me a new perspective and a medium to be creative. Hmm this makes me want to have a food/recipe/cooking blog.

Teh Materialistic Wishlist on my 3rd birthday, Aha!

Cai — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 08:48:55 +0000

Yay 3rd birthday?

Last year I made the same list and I am not repeating that list because [1] I got some of the items already like the Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer, NARS blush in Torrid and a camera (yeay Lumix LX3!!) and [2] for sure I got a new set of “wants” for this year hahaha (and I know this post will only interest my boyfriend (or my mom, Hello mother dear I know you’re reading this ) haha)

So please, my dearest friends, indulge me

Nike iTouch armband – or any iTouch armband that I can use everytime I run. I found one at the Nike store in Boni High Street last night and it costs Php1990+ or something. But a cheap alternative is very welcome Mehehe

Camera case/bag – something that my LX3 can fit into. :’) Again, doesn’t have to be expensive.

A Tarte Limited Edition Collector’s palette – this one is very difficult for me to get because it’s being sold exclusively in Sephora. But these 10 flattering colors are to die for! They are so perfect for my skin tone.
image from Sephora.com

Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer in Almond – this you can find in Rustan’s. It’s around Php1800. I think this is best on my lazy days when I don’t want to wear any makeup at all but would still like to look a little pretty.

A Hannah Montana birthday party! Wooooot.

Now this is what I want to get for myself:

A new laptop and a new job, hopefully a high paying one.

And of course, world peace.

Going Flawless with Flawless Full Body Scrub with Bleach

Cai — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:21:29 +0000

Yesterday I went to Flawless Megamall to get a body scrub. Am big fan of body scrubs but it was actually my first time to visit a beauty clinic to have it done. Most of the time I would just scrub my own self using body salt I would buy in drugstores.

So because I have a very busy day ahead of me, I decided to visit Flawless very early. I got there just few minutes after ten. And I waited for about an hour before I got my body scrub. And while waiting, I took pictures around the clinic.

Here’s a very cozy circular sofa in the waiting area and a cutesy chandelier in the product bar.

Here’s Flawless’ different beauty products – moisturizer, soaps, lotion, whitening products and many others. You may want to visit a Flawless branch if you are interested . You might find a good product that would work for you. :’)

Going back to the scrub. I don’t have pictures while my whole body is being scrubbed because for me that would be just awkward haha. The scrub took more or less 30minutes. I like it much because you can really feel the salt scrubbing away your dead skin. And it has a nice fragrance to it – something floral-like and aromatic, very relaxing indeed. And when I took the shower after the scrub, my skin feels so soft and smooth, almost baby-ish. And then the bleaching followed.

I am not really into whitening because I love being morena, but I think what the bleaching did to my skin after the session is it gave my skin a healthy glow. Really. It lightens the skin to the effect of a younger and healthy glow. :’)

While the whole thing was a very relaxing experience, I wasn’t able to get any sleep though because Ms Edlyn (the aesthetician who did my scrub) and I were just chatting all throughout the session. And I really enjoyed it, she was talking to me about stuff and that kept me from being bored.

From left to Right: Ms Morine who did my power peel, Ms Mara from the reception who's very nice to help me in identifying the right facial for my skin type, Ms Edlyn who did my scrub, Erica (me), and Richard LOL :')

Beauty & Butter: Ultimate Vanity Treat from Manila’s New Nail Art Salon

Cai — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:43:21 +0000

And I should thank Beauty & Butter for giving me such pretty nails that gained me a lot of cute compliments from the last two weeks! From my previous post about Manila’s blooming nail art salon, I told you I got myself a nail art and here it is!

@Starbucks McKinley. One of the lady barista noticed my cute nail art. :')

Loafers. Slippers. Sneakers. Love these sooper CUTE little footwear on my nails!

Trudis! This little cute girl painted on my nails got me the compliments I'm talking about. People love her! WOot! :')

Resident nail artist at Beauty & Butter Megamall Branch.

Beauty and Butter offers dozens and dozens of cute nail art designs – from simple abstract to princess characters, from doodles to classic couture, from candies to cute kids, from slippers to designer bags – the choice is almost endless. Also, if you can’t find a design that best suits your personality, you can request for one or even create your own 

Nail art from Beauty & Butter is very affordable. With their classic nail art, you can already get funky and cutesy nails for only Php300. Designer and couture nail art would cost from Php600 to Php1,500, depending on the complexity of the design and on the time it would take the nail artist to finish painting the design on your nails. I think that is already a fair pricelist right there 

Also, after having Hand & Foot Paraffin with Mani/Pedi three weeks ago, I went back last Monday to try their Hand & Foot Spa with Mani/Pedi. And it’s the cutest service I ever had (next to getting a nail art).

Two buttercups attended to me that time. They massaged my whole arms and legs with this yummy chocolate scrub. You can choose scrub flavor from minty, chocolate, floral and citrus. Then they put the green minty mask on my arms and wrapped it in plastic.

Ohai, did I mention cute? No, not me but the arm wraps and the towel socks.

Checking my own site using Beauty & Butter's iPad while waiting for the enamel on my toenails to dry.

sButtercups!

Beauty & Butter’s product line: nail polish, eyelash serum, soaps, and fragrances.

Nail art! There’s so many designs to choose from. These are just a few of them.

And yeay to me I found the perfect pink! It’s really hard for a morena like me to find a pink shade that will flatter my fingernails. Luckily though, I found BB258 :’) Sweet sweet love. Look at that pretty French tip below. Pink and white!

Thank you Beauty & Butter for the free services! J

Hand and Foot Treat from Beauty & Butter Nail, Face & Art

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