What's brewing?

I am pursuing my other passion this year. And, and it will formally start tomorrow!!! I feel butterflies in my stomach now. 

Yep, your guess is right. I enrolled at a reputable fashion school in the country. First on my list was to buy a sewing machine and my husband granted this wish. He's the most generous! And so the following week, I enrolled 3 courses at the Fashion Institute of the Philippines. Enrolling three courses at the same time is quite hefty so I jumped for joy when Bryan sponsored the sewing machine (because my budget is just enough for the 3 courses). 

I learned how to manipulate a sewing machine when I was 14. My Home Economics teacher required us to make a pajama for our final project. I did it! It even became my regular pair of pj's until it was worn out. It was even passed to my younger sister.

Anyway, I nervously asked the lady at the information table if it's okay to enroll for Basic Fashion Design even if I can only draw stick people (I glanced at my right and saw fashion design students with their beautiful sketches and projects and I was insecure at the moment.). I was relieved when she smiled calmly and told me it's okay (They have other students with the same case.hihi). It's the passion to learn that matters. I know it won't be easy, but I am determined. I can already see my younger sister and I enthusiastically working together. :)

I'm ready for my first day in fashion school! 

On a different note, my book arrived weeks ago from Saarbrucken, Germany and practically forgot to blog about it. Luckily, they sent me 2 copies so I gave the other one to my advisor, Dr. Lily Famadico. 

Want to buy? Click here

P.S: The giveaway contest on Here Comes the Veil is still on. Do check it out and tell it to your 2012 bride friends. :)

Ethel

1st Blog Giveaway: Here Comes the Veil

Some weeks ago, I wrote about my Fabrigodmother, Roy Anne. Well, guess what?! The Fabrigodmother is so kind and generous that she's making customized wedding veils for 5 lucky Cinderellas! So yes, this is my first blog giveaway, courtesy of the fabulous godmother. 

I still can't let go of weddings, so imagine my excitement when Roy Anne asked me to collaborate with her. Just a brief background about wedding veils. Historically, a veil was used by the bride to protect her from evil spirits, but now, it is the cherry on top! There are different kinds of wedding veils, usually vary in lengths. You may click this link for more information (source: www.wedding-veil.com). I opted for a very short wedding veil on my wedding for two reasons- to go with the theme and to avoid tripping (because I'm clumsy!). :)

My very short veil.

Cheska Garcia-Kramer's short veil (http://www.chitovecina.net/?p=170)

Duchess of Cambridge's elbow length veil

Kristine Hermosa's floor length veil (but I think it's longer). source here 

So without further ado, here are the mechanics:

This veil giveaway is open to all brides who will tie the knot this year of the water dragon, 2012.

1. like Fabrichild on Facebook

2. follow Oh My Earth Angel here on blogspot

3. Please answer this question. Which is your favorite veil and why?

4. 5 lucky brides will win. 2 will be chosen by Roy Anne and I, and the other 3 brides will win by raffle on May 24, 2012. 

5. Contest is open to anyone with a Philippine address

6. Please include your Facebook name (so we'll know if you liked Fabrichild's page), your wedding date and venue. You may leave your information and answer on the comment box of this blog post. 

P.S: If you are someone close to the bride (a groom, friend, parent, sibling, etc.), you can also join this contest. Simply follow the mechanics above, except #3 and answer this question, Which veil do you think will be perfect for the bride? Why? 

Do post or email us your photos with the veil on your big day! Our hearts will scream with joy! Best Wishes! :)

Ethel 

My Valentine Story

When I was in third year college, my RLE was scheduled (RLE is like an on-the-job training for nursing students) Thursday to Saturday at 12 noon up to 6 in the evening. It so happened that Valentine's Day fell on a Saturday that year. So while everyone was busy in their Valentine itineraries, I was just about to start my day--in the hospital. To cut the story short, I went home in our dormitory, dragging my whole body as I was so tired. The whole third floor (where I stayed) was very quiet and dark. My dorm mates were all out, plus,  the fluorescent light in our room broke, making our room dimmer. With nothing to do, I went out into the veranda, only to observe lovers all over my vision field. I couldn't hide it. I felt a pang of envy! And so I let out a deep sigh and subconsciously prayed (and hope!) that something special would happen that evening (told ya I'm a hopeless romantic). I returned to my room, fell on the bed and slumbered. Way passed 12 midnight, I woke up from a phone message. Who would send a message this late (or that early)? It read, Hey, I got your number from a classmate.-Bryan. I couldn't believe my eyes! I am aware of phone etiquette, so I planned to go back to sleep and reply late in the morning. Plus, I only had 1 peso load (boo!). Unlitxt, Sulitxt, Talk n Text, Megatxt, Supermegaunlitxt or any form of those things were still bound to be discovered. I struggled to go back to sleep but I couldn't and so I gave it a try and replied. Guess what, I was able to send more than 5 messages before I received a check operator services message. And that was the start of a lifelong love and friendship. Oh, and I was able to go back to sleep so soundly! hahaha..Looking back, I am thankful that I chose to invite Bryan on Friendster (Friendster was The Facebook then), because if not, maybe our paths will never cross. No one will know, actually. But after 8 years, here we are now! I am blessed! We both are. Happy Valentine's Day, my love! :)

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Ethel

Get that look: Leighton Meester

Navy blue, white, red and stripes remind me of Popeye and Olive! Who could be more nautical than the sailor man and his skinny, long-legged sweetheart? 

Apparently, I let out a loud hooray when I saw this photo of Leighton Meester. I have something like this in my closet! :)

I lost the photo's source again, sorry!

This dress was from Mint. It was an impulsive buy, and again, I haven't worn it ever since.  I was in a brief state of nostalgia as I remembered my Day Care uniform. Mint had a red version of this, but I chose the navy blue. 

Hihihi..The one in uniform is my Ate (older sister). I'm the little "boy".hahaha..If I remember it right, my mom had this uniform adjusted when it was my turn to attend Day Care. 

dress: Mint; stripes shoes: Jellybean
Yey or Nay? Sorry, there's scarcity of accessories, so I just clipped my hair extensions, hoping to achieve Leighton's locks. :)

Earth Angel

Animal Print (makikiuso bago mawala sa uso)

I miss blogging! It's been more than a week. Whew! I'll tell you why. For the past 2 weeks, annoying skin allergies erupted all over my body. Except the face, thank God! I was itching all over, I looked like a red Dalmatian. My skin's healing now, although dark marks stayed, but they will be gone soon! They have to! Anyway, I was with my whole family today (just in case you don't know, my family lives in Pampanga and I stay in the Metro). My older sister will be leaving the country next week, so we went out to treat her, and my mom, dad and younger sister tagged along. Here's what I wore...

I had a general cleaning the other day, and saw this leopard-print maxi dress. I haven't worn it since it was purchased. 

I love the back details! maxi dress: Tomato; sandals: Jellybean (duh, it's not visible anyway)

Earth Angel

My Fabrigodmother

It all started with my obsession for pillbox and fascinator hats during my wedding preps. For more than 2 weeks, I searched and searched and saved photos of my pegs until Google led me to Fabrichild's online shop. My heart raced as I browsed the custom made hats and I mumbled to myself, "I found her!" (click here for the story). 

My bridesmaids looked regal! I couldn't stop smiling when I saw them all prepped up. Their hats were cherries on top!  Dealing with the owner of Fabrichild, Roy Anne was a breeze, so our business transactions did not stop with the hats. 

She made me several dresses too! Oh, some of them were borrowed. hihi..The Maya top (left most) and Naoemi dress (upper most right) were used during our post-nuptial pictorial, while the other 2 dresses were worn during the wedding of my cousin and my graduation last year. 

She also made me a costume for an event last year. This was a rush. She made it in 2 days. Besides all the dresses she did for me, I also love how she gives extra effort to her packages. We do everything online. All items were neatly placed in a box, attached with a special note, sometimes with a freebie! So yes, Roy Anne is my fairy godmother!! A fab one! :)

Ethel

For Bryan

Last Thursday, Bryan and I celebrated another wedding anniversary. Actually, we celebrate 3 wedding anniversaries, but I won't dwell on that now. Bryan and I have been together for 8 years, so this post will be all about him, but I'll be an extra. heehee..So here are some fast facts about him. 

1. He looks like Jolo Revilla.

2. He does not wash his face, but he never had acne. Well, very seldom, like one pimple in one year. And that zit would last for only 5 hours. 

3. He is techie and treats his gadgets like diamonds. He provides them with tender loving care. 

4. While he is techie, he does not care much about clothes. As long as his shirt is clean, he's good to go. 

5. He loves top siders! 

6. He underwent appendectomy when he was 9. Mine was removed when I was 14. His stitches were perfect, like he never went under a knife, while mine looks like a centipede and often mistaken as a stretch mark.

7. He has a dimple, but it's only visible upon projecting a sour face. 

8. He won a pageant when he was 17. 

Ahmm, Edward Cullen, is that you? So white the fez! 

9. His car's name is Big Steak, but I call it Beef Steak.

10. I was his first girlfriend. He was my first boyfriend too. 

11. He knows how to handle finances. I'm learning from him. 

12. He has a keen eye for photography. 

13. His celebrity crushes include Anne Hathaway, Angelina Jolie, Natalie Portman, Anne Curtis and Ethelyn Perlas..ahahahaha

14. He looked like a girl when he was a toddler.

15. He's a knight in white uniform. 

16. He loves his family so much. So much is an understatement. 

17. He has a generous heart!!! 

18. When the time comes, he's going to be the best and coolest dad. 

lots of love from your

Earth Angel