10A Alabama Arts & Crafts Fair

FIRST DAY

SECOND DAY

If there's a bazaar that's close to my heart, it's 10A ALABAMA arts and crafts fair. It feels like home to be there. You feel at ease and happy. I tend to reunite with my co-crafter friends, and chat about endless possibilities in crafting. The buying crowd is really into handmade stuffs they really appreciate works unlike those crowds of buyers I have seen in other bazaars, some mock your work or make jokes out of it but it's okay kahit na may onting ouch sa heart haha!

Never did I imagine that a small and hidden place like Alabama would be that crowded for the two days that I was there. It feels so happy to see people smiling and loving your masterpiece. Shopping your items and hear good praises. It may be a two-day tiring and perspiring day, but all is really worth it. 

I never had the chance to roam around, and take pictures, but I am pretty sure there will be more Arts and Crafts fair coming! To all those who dropped by my booth, said their hi's and hello's and of course to those who shopped my cobwebs and accessories, a big big thank you!!! Until the next 10A Alabama Arts and Crafts fair! 

to see more pictures, I'll post soon on Simone's Closet facebook page!

November Alabama Arts & Crafts Fair

I am the type of person who believes that a good company of people is not measured by how big or popular the group you belong. I would rather have a few friends or a small group of company than bigger ones, because I am pretty sure that we understand and appreciate each other.

Being part of the 10A Alabama group, made me feel extra important and appreciated. The people there are just warm and friendly that even though we're of different age groups, we still bond like sisters/brothers. 

I am just thankful enough that I belong to a company of warm people that even if we meet seldom- once we see each and other and chat- it always feel like we've met yesterday. That's how enthusiastic and kind the alabamers are :)

So last November 10, I was so lucky to showcase my handmade fabric accessories.

I set this whole up! yay!:)

I was alone selling from morning until 3pm. The crafts fair was a bit laid-back not as aggressive and as crowded as the usual bazaars I join BUT to tell you honestly, the crowd of shoppers are the right market for my products. They appreciate handmade and they definitely look for something different.

At first I was a bit sad that around 3pm I still don't have any sales yet. But I always remind myself that I am here to showcase my works, and even if I make a sale or not, it's worth it. Aside from the profit, it's still the appreciation and the reaction of the shoppers towards my products that matter to me. All along I was thinking that perhaps my necklaces are too overwhelming to wear or too colorful for the shoppers' liking, BUT... to my surprise, around 4pm  onwards, shoppers start to attack my booth! yay!!!

she must be my lucky charm hehehe! :) she visited me around 3:30pm in the afternoon 

my lovely client! she's so pretty with my cobweb necklace. These are just some of the shoppers who bought my cobweb necklaces and braid bracelets. hubby and I were not able to take their photos. Before the fair ends, all my cobweb stocks were gone! Sold-out as in. I am so thankful for the shoppers who like my cobwebs so much! :) You made my sleepless nights super worth it! :)

And of course the day wouldn't be complete without a photo with my alabamer friends...

Roma and Maan sisters behind POPJUNKLOVE I miss you both already! :)

and of course Femi na lagi kong kakwentuhan pag art fair :) See you again on the next! 

At the end of the day, it really proves that WHEN YOU DO SOMETHING OUT OF LOVE IT WOULDN'T BE IMPOSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE TO NOTICE YOUR CRAFT AND APPRECIATE IT. It's still the love and the effort you put into what you're doing that makes your masterpiece loved by many. This is the reason why I do and love handmade stuffs. 

Cheers to all the handmade crafters! Until my next Alabama Fair! :) 

if you want to see more photos check SIMONE'S CLOSET fb page.

Sweet Home Alabama

Among all of my outfit photos, this set is different. Just a while ago when I was resizing these photos, I have this certain surreal feeling about the composition, the background, the lighting and all. I just feel so ethereal/nature goddess/at home all at the same time. Gulo I know! But the bottomline is, I  feel at home with my background where these photos were taken. Where I am standing is actually at the backyard of an ancestral house turned to an art gallery, which is mostly known as the 10A ALABAMA house at Alabama St. New Manila. If I were you, go there and I swear you'll understand me haha! 

Anyway, this was my outfit last Saturday when I participated the recently concluded 10A Alabama Arts and Crafts Fair. I always feel at home whenever I am in here. The people, my co-crafters, are all warm and friendly. I just can't wait for the next art fair! :) 

I'll blog about the happenings on that day, next! :) 

black maxi dress- Cococabana

sandals- Solemate

cobweb necklace- Simone's Closet

braid bracelets- Simone's Closet

Handmade Is Made With Love

I know not all of us can appreciate handmade stuffs. But personally, I myself would rather receive handmade gifts for I know they're made with love and with passion. The reason being is that, we know how much dedication, time, effort, and heart the crafter put into it that made it so unique and special! Handmade stuffs will always be special and precious! Nag-iisa lang naks! :)

Tomorrow, I am inviting you guys to come and visit the 10A ALABAMA ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR at 10A Alabama St. New Manila Quezon City starting tomorrow until Sunday 12 nn to 7pm!

I will be there tomorrow the whole day! And of course I will be selling my handmade stuffs earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and headwraps! Below are some snippets of what I will be selling! I have new necklace designs and colors yey!!!:)

BRAID BRACELETS, HEADWRAPS, and TRINKETS BRACELETS

one of the best-sellers in my entire bazaar history haha! :) Some of my clients order in bulk to give as gifts and souvenirs for the Holiday season!

COBWEBS + TEES

yay these combo sell like pancakes! Perfect combination especially this cold season! Pedeng pangsimbang gabi because the cobwebs doubles as a scarf too! You can even place your orders in advance for your Christmas gifts! :)

If you want to see all of these and more then do not hesitate to drop by tomorrow at the crafts fair! :)I bet they're far more prettier in person! :)

See you tomorrow guys!

Pinup Girl's Flagship Store

Last Saturday I was invited by my very good kumareng Andie to her shop's opening at ALABAMA ST. NEW MANILA QC! I was happy to hear the news she's finally launching the shop and her new collection!

I was there along with other bloggers while we enjoyed eating yummy macarons and sandwiches! Here are some photos:

Pin-up Girl's accessories

Unique lights

Photo wall with me on the mirror haha!

DIY mirror which I love so much

New designs of vintage-inspired clothes

yummy treats

coffee and caramel macarons

chocolate and potato, lemon, and pistachio macarons! I ate one piece per flavor haha! Lavet it so much!

Andie, Ms. Arlene (co-owner of ALABAMA PLACE) Regine and Marqui

If you want to see unique vintage stuffs, and Pin-up Girl's store, visit them at 10A Alabama St. New Manila, Quezon City