Creating a visual story on your instagram requires more than just taking photos. In order to create picture perfect posts, you also need to style it before you snap it. Here are some must-have props I found online that you can use.
Table Cloth
Have at least 3-4 table cloth designs you can use as background when you take flatlay photos. I prefer this cotton linen table cloth instead of the printed cardboard background. ADD TO CART HERE
Dried Flowers
An assortment of dried flowers adds an elegant touch to your product photography. You can buy a bundle of dried flowers for 65 Pesos. ADD TO CART HERE
Woven Mat
A woven mat adds texture to a plain background and can be used for food, cosmetics, and even baby products. I suggest you buy the two sizes offered by this shop. This enviroment-friendly mat is available at 48% off. ADD TO CART HERE
Tea Towel Rectangle Cloth
A solid color to layer your printed table cloth helps highlight the subject. This tea towel rectangle cloth from Olive Home comes in four colors: deep gray, light gray, coffee, and white. You can purchase this for 129 Pesos. ADD TO CART HERE
These are the basic props you need for your instagram perfect photos. You can add more elements by looking for available accents you can find around the house.
Your work desk reflects so much about your personality. Some people like their space plain and simple while others prefer to have a personal touch. Whichever you prefer, it is important that your work space is set up to make you productive and yet stress-free. Too much clutter can be overwhelming. Here are some desk organization ideas to declutter your work space.
Limit the number of items on your desk
Keep the things you are not using inside the drawer. A drawer organizer with compartments makes it easier to look for the supplies you need. This stackable high quality plastic drawer organizer box comes in different sizes. ADD TO CART HERE
Maximize your desk space
You can expand your desk space by having a book shelf with drawer if you want your things accessible and yet organized. I recently bought this from Shopee and even enjoyed assembling. I love that it's sturdy and doesn't look cheap. ADD TO CART HERE
Arrange your office supplies
Do you have a collection of pens for your journaling? This DIY wooden desk organizer is multi-functional and has slots for pens. It is also very easy to assemble. ADD TO CART HERE
Optimize your space
A monitor riser is designed to make your monitor in a comfortable eye-level. Choose one that also function as an additional storage space for the things you often use but can still keep your desk tidy. ADD TO CART HERE
A clutter-free desk is more inviting and will definitely motivate you to work. Remember, desk organization is not just for virtual appeal. It makes you more efficient and gives you the feeling of having everything under control no matter how busy you are.
I always find vibrant yellow a color that represents happiness. After enduring a very challenging 2020, it is best that we welcome the new year filled with hope and enthusiasm. We might still stay most of the time in 2021 at home so might as well create a cheerful vibe. In decorating, you can transform a room in the easiest and least expensive way. Here's my selection of budget-friendly home accents you can buy to redecorate with Pantone Color of the year 2021 ultimate gray and illuminating.
Throw Pillow Case
Changing the cover of your throw pillows is the easiest way to update the look of your living space. In my home, I have five throw pillows. I always buy two solid colors and the rest have pattern designs. I have found this shop online that sells throw pillow cases for only 76 Pesos each. The products are from an overseas seller. I've been buying from them already and have a good buyer experience. Product rating 4.7/5.0 stars.
They have 19 designs to choose from the Pantone 2021 pillow case gray / yellow theme. You can purchase from this link https://shp.ee/vvs2vgb
Window Curtain
If you plan to change the theme of your home every year, I suggest you opt for the least expensive curtains. The reason these curtains sell for less than 100 Pesos is because the edges are not sewn. I bought four panels for the home office and they don't look cheap. Product rating is 4.7/5.0 stars.
This window curtain is now at 50% off and sells for 75 Pesos per panel at https://shp.ee/zt8dbp9
Dining Plates
Intricately designed ceramic plate is gaining popularity but the price is expensive. You can opt for a melamine plate that looks elegant and yet very affordable. I grew up using melamine dining wares and these could last you for years.
You can buy this for 46 Pesos depending on the size and shape from this store https://shp.ee/a5kzukh
Round Dining Placemat
No need to miss dining out when you can have a table setting that looks like your favorite fine dining restaurant. This round dining placement will make your table attractive for dining. This will perfectly complement the dining plate design I suggested above. Product rating is 4.8/5.0 stars.
Are you excited to start your super simple and affordable home makeover? Start adding to cart now! I'm actually waiting for my purchases to arrive. I'll share with you the new look of my house and how much I spent soon!
It was such a challenge to find a drugstore selling disposable surgical mask. COVID-19 is affecting all of us greatly in every way, it’s more important than ever to not only be safe from disease and healthy, but also to be resourceful and practical. With the right tools and materials, it’s very easy to make your own basic protective gear. Did you know that with some spare cloth, a printer, and a sewing machine, you can sew your own facemask? Now there’s no need to worry about disposable facemasks—you can quickly craft your own for light everyday use and supplies of surgical masks can go to health workers and frontliners who need them more.
Here’s what you’ll need:
• Outer fabric (20cm x 80cm)
• Inner fabric (20cm x 80cm)
• Band (2m)
• Printer
• Sewing machine/sewing tools
* The above measurements are good for three masks.
* Soft-textured material, such as gauze, is preferable.
* You can add your own embroidery or lace.
SIZE CHART
For babies (9 months – 3 years) 8.5cm x 12.5cm 29cm x 2 pieces
For children (5 – 9 years) 11cm x 14.5cm 31cm x 2 pieces
For adults 13cm x 17cm 35cm x 2 pieces
Instructions:
1. Sew the outer fabric together.
• Cut two pieces of the outer fabric according to the attached pattern, which you can print for accuracy. Place the pieces together right-side in, then sew them with 1cm seam allowance. Press-iron edges and topstitch. Don’t forget to reinforce the stitches at the start and end.
2. Do the same for the inner fabric.
• You can decorate the mask at this step.
3. Sew the inner and the outer fabric together.
• Place the inner and outer fabric together right-side in, then sew the top and bottom. Press-iron edges and topstitch.
• Then turn the inner fabrics right-side out. Press-iron and topstitch.
4. Make the elastic band.
• Sew the inner mask layer. Fold one edge three times and stitch. Do the same for the other side.
• Assemble the elastic band by cutting it according to the measurements in the size chart plus 3cm seam allowance. (You’re free to adjust the measurements as needed.) Insert it through the edges of the mask and tie a knot to secure them.
5. Iron the mask to finish it!
You can also watch this video to see how everything is done:
You can use any pattern and design you want! For better results, tighter stitches, and a more durable mask, you can machine-stitch it with reliable tools such as Brother Sewing Machines.
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Our first big investment as a couple was a house we had built while preparing for our wedding in 2004. Thanks to my dad for lending us the lot. We had a big backyard and plenty of space to grow plants. Hubby even had a mini basketball court and I had a grotto. The space was an overwhelming 170 square meters and most of the time I was overwhelmed in maintaining the garden. There were too much dried leaves from the neighbor's mango trees. After eight years, we sold the house and bought a townhouse instead. Our unit is one of the few with a mini garden. Suddenly, I missed having a garden. I only have 5 square meters for a plant box. I guess it's true that sometimes you'll only realize the value of something when it's gone.
One of my 2018 goals is to revive the small garden space I have. Yesterday, I decided to spend a few hours offline and do some gardening. My garden is in a sorry state. I requested my husband to drive for me today so I could buy some plants. Being the most supportive husband ever, we went this morning at Greenmeadows where there's a big compound filled with garden stuff.
My budget: P1,000
Actual expense: P400
The plants cost 3 for P100. I bought three different kinds. I also bought a sack of garden soil for P50 and a pair of gloves for P50.
Here's my attempt to do gardenscape. I just group them and somehow I'm satisfied with the outcome. But I wish I could do better. I've got three existing potted plants and some bonsai. I'm planning to paint the pots blue to match my another project for 2018 which involves the interior design of the house.
Next project...
We've been living in Casa Paradiso for five years and I'm getting bored with the beige and brown. I'm aiming for a Santorini-inspired design this time. I told my husband we'll postpone a trip abroad for our wedding anniversary celebration this April and just go somewhere out of town. I'll be documenting the makeover of the house. I'm still working on a budget that won''t cost an arm and a leg. It will definitely involve a lot of DIY!
Do you love gardening? Somehow I'm beginning to love it.
Namangha. Humanga. Nangarap makaguhit ng obra. Mapabilang sa nakasabit.
Ano'ng ginagawa ko dito?
Katulad ng isang kwadro. Alanganin kung tama ba na maisingit. Kumakawala. O nagpupumilit? Napapansin di dahil sa guhit, kundi sa mensahe ito ba ang lugar ko?
