Cheap Finds and New Faves

Just want to share some of my cheap finds and new favorites.

I went to Daiso to look for their cheap-o fountain pen but it was not in stock (they had lots of refills, however, if you're interested) and instead found these decoration tapes.


The decoration tape is like a correction tape but with print, I'm not sure though if the function is the same or if it's purely decorative. Really up to you, I guess. I bought these to jazz up my letters and post cards. It's PhP 88 a piece but they have a back-to-school promo which is Php 188 for three. Other designs are also available.


Next cheap find which became an instant favorite is this nail polish top coat with a matte finish. It's from the local brand Bobbie and it's only Php 30 a bottle. Amazing, right? I know it has probably been around for some years now but it's my first time to see this. I don't go to malls unless I really have to buy something and when it comes to nail polish, I don't explore much except for the brands that I use. It's easy to apply and dries quickly... really not bad for 30 bucks, plus, it's matte! :D

I'm no coffee expert but I'm loving these...


I keep a couple of these in my office drawer... the Nescafé Berry Mocha when I'm craving for something sweet and the Nescafé Blend & Brew in the Espresso Roast variant when I'm craving for something strong.

Lastly, got these materials from Divisoria for some projects.


I've already forgotten how much I got the natural thread but I'm sure I got it for less than Php 50. The fabric was Php 70 per yard, I didn't attempt to haggle anymore because it was so hot that day, I was already sweating like a pig. Haha. Anyway, will post here when I'm done with the projects using these.

Surprise mail from China

Welcome back me! It's been a while since my last post, huh? Got tied up with work and it took me some time to adjust since I'd been working freelance for years before going back to an 8-hour job. In fact, I'm still adjusting until now but also trying to manage my time effectively so I can still do the things I love despite being busy with work.

One that I have started doing again is writing and swapping letters and postcards. Just sent a batch of postcards a couple of weeks ago and received a couple, too. It really makes me happy when I go home and see a not-so-empty mailbox.

These were in my mailbox yesterday:


Both are from Lirong Huang of China. In the envelope is a little note, some ephemera, a bank note and a coin, and a pop-up card. I loved everything, especially the pop-up card... it's so pretty, I just had to share it here...


It makes me want to attempt creating something similar but it's not yet time. Haha. By the way, 
I don't know if the symbol means anything, if it does, can you tell me on the comment section, please?

Hoping for more happy mail days!