It’s my first fashion blog post of the year! What better way to kick start another fashionable year than to get creative and transform design ideas into reality. So, whether you’re a neophyte to sewing or someone with years of experience, I certainly hope this post would inspire you to start on a sewing project…
Walking tour of Yufuin!
Hello there! Welcome back to my blog! I’m really excited to share my experience visiting the small yet picturesque onsen town, Yufuin! This scenic destination is located slightly over 2 hours away from Hakata by train. Yufuin is one of the most popular hot spring resorts in Kyushu. Surrounded by a ring of mountains, the…
Exploring Northern Kyushu-A Delightful Day in Kumamoto
We began our sightseeing tour of Kumamoto walking along the Nagabei Path which extends from the foot of Miyukizaka Hill all the way to the front of City Hall. Although we did not get to enjoy the colorful splendor of the cherry blossoms trees lining the walkway as our visit was during the winter, the…
What to consider when buying a low floor unit
Whether you’re one half of a newly married couple planning your first property purchase or a single eagerly awaiting the freedom of living alone, buying your first home is probably one of the biggest, and most daunting, purchases you’ll make in your lifetime. As you embark on your house-hunting journey, you would have no doubt…
Fashion Makerspace: Sewing & Patternmaking Basic Course Review
I’ve always been fascinated by the fashion industry. From a young age, I’ve always been interested in trends that have emerged from the world’s leading cities for fashion such as Paris, New York and Milan. I believe that having knowledge of the latest fashion trends from the runway doesn’t just help you to know what…
Birthday spent at the Crowne Plaza Changi Airport Singapore
For babies born on National Day, birthdays tend to be extra special because they get to celebrate with the whole nation. My family and I have never been able to snag tickets to the National Day Parade but whenever the parade is held at the Marina Bay Floating Platform or the Padang, we try to…
Wedding Guest Outfit Ideas
Gone are the days when you and your friends ordered late-night takeouts, drank horrible cooking wine to get drunk or talked about boys till the wee hours of the morning. Your priorities have shifted to finding your soul mate, building your career and managing your grown-up responsibilities. One week starts to blend into another until…
Vanilla Pound Cake (Topped with Matcha Glaze)
Baking ingredients Plain flour (227 g) Raw sugar/ brown sugar (180 g) 4 Eggs 1 Block of butter (250 g) Vanilla essence (2 Teaspoons) A handful of almonds (optional-for decoration) Gum paste flowers (optional-for decoration) Matcha glaze ingredients Matcha powder (2 Teaspoon) Icing sugar (10 Teaspoons) Milk (4 Tablespoons) Baking tools/ appliances 1 Electric hand…
Things I regret buying
I would like to think that I’m a fairly practical shopper. I usually make a purchase only after having thought through how the product would satisfy a need I have in mind. And for good measure, I’ll always make sure to research about the product by reading reviews and looking up similar products at more…
It’s all about the accessories
Accessories are a girl’s best friend. It can help solidify your style, show off your personality or even concoct an entirely new look. The last step of my morning routine is always to throw on a pair of earrings, slip on a long necklace and leave few fingers ring-free. If i’m running late, i’ll make…
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