Wooden KidiKraft's LIKE, COMMENT & SHARE Valentine's Promo Winner

KidiKraft's recently launched the Like, Comment & Share Valentine's Promo as our way of saying "Happy Valentine's Day" to all our fellow KidiKrafters last 09 February 2014. 

"We are overwhelmed with the result of the promotions and I would like to thank all KidiKrafters out there. With more than 3,000 shares, 1000 likes, 1000 comments and almost 25,000 photo views, expect more contests and big prizes soon."

Prize at Stake
3 pcs Hello Kitty Jewelry Box from
KidiKraft

CONGRATULATIONS to all the Winners! 

Please post your comments here or email me at bonsky_jen@yahoo.com

LIBERTY FLORO

XIAN MARGARETTE SAN PEDRO

MICHAEL YU

Again, thank you KidiKrafters!

GIVE. CELEBRATE, ENJOY!

- JLofied

Today is "Araw ng Pag-IBIG"

Happy Heart's Day! Any plans for tonight?

My husband and I have not been celebrating Valentine's Day in the past 3 years for a simple reason : I was always working.

For 3 years straight, I had been a part of the "I Do. I Do!, Araw ng Pag-IBIG"  as a  "wedding singer" . Being a member of The Pag-IBIG Fund Chorale allows me to share my talents  to others through my music.

The Pag-IBIG Fund Chorale
serenaded the newly weds with heartwarming love songs
Photo Credit. Rovie of HDMF - Imus Branch

Aside from being a singer, I also wore my "bloggers hat" that day. I asked our Public Relations Department for a copy of the Press Kit so that I can write an article about it.

And here is what the "I Do. I Do! Araw ng Pag-IBIG" is all about.

More than 4,300 pairs of couple-participants exchanged their vows today amidst the splendor of popular tourists destinations, including Intramuros in Manila, Paoay Church in Ilocos Norte, Hundred Islands in Pangasinan, Banaue Viewpoint in Ifugao, Cagsawa Ruins in Albay, Fort San Pedro in Cebu, People's Park in Davao, among others.

1,952 people said I Do. I Do! in the historic Intramuros, Manila
Photo Credit : Dino Lara 

HDMF or Pag-IBIG Fund, got its acronym from the Filipino word for "Love". Pag-IBIG stands for Pagtutulungan sa Kinabukasan : Ikaw, Bangko, Industriya at Gobyerno.

Pag-IBIG started "I Do. I Do! Araw ng Pag-IBIG" in 2012. Since then, the event has been successful in generating positive interest in Pag-IBIG, particulary its benefits among potential and current members expected to witness event on-site and through various media. Since it is held in coordination with various LGUs, it further strengthens Pag-IBIGs linkage and cooperation with partner LGUs all over the country.

Watch the Video here courtesy of GMA News Online.

This couple sponsored by the HDMF-Kamias Branch expressed their gratitude
to Pag-IBIG Fund. Their son will finally have the rights of a legitimate child.

It is an honor for me to have worked with the following celebrity wedding suppliers during the event : 

Chinkee Uy Agregado of 

Metro Eventscape Planners

and

Dino Lara

Dino Lara Photography

GIVE. LOVE. CELEBRATE!

- JLofied

Say I Do. I Do. on Valentine's Day

Getting married on Valentine's Day? Sounds like a good idea.

With only 5 days to go before Valentine's day, my office (Pag-IBIG Fund) has been preparing for this big event of the year. The “Libreng Kasal, I Do. I Do. Araw ng Pag-IBIG” project  is open to all Pag-IBIG Fund members and potential members who have been living in for five years above, provided they are at least 23 years old.

Aside from the free wedding rite and the free foods and weddings cakes for the reception, the newly-weds will also be given the chance to win minor and major prizes and will be treated with a lot of entertainment and other surprises.

But wait, before you you go down on your knees and ask your partner to be a part of this Kasalang Bayan, here are some information that you should know.

What is a mass wedding?

A collective wedding or mass wedding is a marriage ceremony in which several couples are married at the same time.

Why mass civil weddings are common phenomenon in the Philippines?

In the Philippines, mass civil weddings are common phenomenon, and are often sponsored by government and charitable groups as a form of public service and social responsibility. Local politicians and sometimes celebrities participate as common wedding sponsors at such mass rites, which enable couples to benefit from formal state recognition of their unions.

Financial Considerations

Mass weddings are sometimes preferred for economic and social reasons, such as the costs for the venue, officiants, decorations, and sometimes celebrations afterwards can be shared between multiple familes.

What are the requirements for a Civil Wedding?

Requirements for a Civil Wedding depends on Cities or Municipalities. For Marriage Licenses and Registration of Marriage, here are the list of complete requirements from the Civil Registry of the Local Government of Quezon City

For Marriage Licenses

• Birth or Baptismal Certificates of both applicants.
• If widowed, death certificate of demise spouse
• If previous marriage was annulled, copy of Court Decision and absolute Decree of Finality from the Court
• Community Tax Certificates of both applicants, male and female
• One ID Photo (colored or black and white) of each applicant, male and female
• Certificate of Family Planning and Marriage Counselling*

          *There is no age limit for Family Planning, however couples 24 years and below need to attend Family Planning Sessions and Marriage counseling. These sessions are scheduled for one-half day within the premises of the City Hall.

Marriageable Age 

18 years old (male or female)

Persons below 21 years old need parental consent

Persons 21 years and below 25 years old need advice from parents

Registration Fees

Application Form                                  P50

Filing Fee                                               P100

Marriage License Fee                           P100

Registration of Marriage Certificate     P70

Issuance of Marriage License should be released after 10 days posting after the Marriage Application was filed. License expires 120 days from the date license was issued.

Mark and JLo Nuptials  (November 2001)

So if you are considering to join the Kasalang Bayan next year, please call the Pag-IBIG Fund Call Center at 724-4244 or email publicaffairs@pagibigfund.gov.ph. Love! Love! Love!

Source             : Wikepedia

Photo Credit   : Pag-IBIG Fund Website

My Party Diary : Jewel's 1st Birthday Tea Party

Date              : February 23, 2008

Theme           : Strawberry Shortcake Tea Party

Color / Motif  : Candy color

Inspired from a fellow member n@wie Jhoanne's European Tea Party for her daughter, I decided to  have the same one also but incorporating Strawberry Shortcake as the main character. I just so love the theme so much, it is very girl and perfect for our precious Jewel.

VENUE 

Villa Señor Resort -  Lucban, Quezon /  Linda Villaseñor 0917-5608025                                                                                              

To have an out of town event is really a challenge for us. The initial plan for the venue was the front yard (fountain area)  hubby's grandmother's vacation house in Lucban, but it has  been raining for the past 3 days that is why  we decided to move it at Villa Señor Resort which is just beside the house. Villa Señor Resort is owned by another grandmother of hubby. We checked in and rented their Building #2 to accommodate more than 50 guests who came from Manila, Laguna and Pampanga but end up having the entire resort just for our event. Now that is what you call super discounts :-) 

INVITATION 
Flower Pinwheel / Divisoria Mall 

I bought this flower pinwheel from Divisoria, it is the printshop beside Kyle's Partyshop located at Divisoria Mall. I was just so happy to see Jewel's invitation  displayed in the shop when I visited the shop  after 2 weeks. It was the  perfect alternative for printed invitations.

PRE-BIRTHDAY PHOTOSHOOT AND VIDEO INVITATION

Bot and Mimi  Tana / 0917-5457148 / mimiski@yahoo.com 

I was so blessed to have friends who are super talented. This video invitation was entirely shot in Japanese Garden, Lake Caliraya, Cavinti, Laguna. The photos used in the invitations and tarpaulin were all taken by them. Check out the video invitation here

CATERER

Koffeeklatch / www.dealokoffeeklatch.qzn.ph / Lala Valde 0917-560075

Another Quezon based supplier who is one of the high end caterer there. I was really impressed with their set-up and  how I love Ms. Lala, she is very easy to talk to. I got their 215 per head package (Spaghetti, fried chicken, beef casserole, pork hardinera, fish fillet in mayo garlic, mixed veggies with quail eggs). They do not have a set menu package because they prefer for the client to "create their own menu". The price all depends on your budget and preference.

Koffeeklatch gave me a lot of upgrades and freebies such : upgrade to 24 pcs tiffany chairs, drapes, breadsticks (I love the breadsticks), mallows for the chocolate fountain, extra cups and saucers for the coffee and tea bar, etc.

CAKES / PASTRY BAR

Koffeeklatch / www.dealokoffeeklatch.qzn.ph / Lala Valde 0917-560075

Famous for their broas, Koffeeklatch used to be a bakeshop  before they ventured into catering and restaurant business, that is why  I know that I am in good hands if your'e talking about cakes and pastries. 

To complement my tea party theme,  I decided to have a pastry / desert bar. I was overwhelmed with how the pastry bar turned out, it was a pastry bar galore ( 4 pcs petite cakes, brownies galore, mini muffins, caramel bars). It was a lot! One of my favorites are the chocolate caramel cake and the mango cake. Two thumbs up!

PARTY HOST / SOUND SYSTEM

Miles Royales of Wave Events  0926-5824853

She is a Lucena based Events planner which I met  via the internet. She is not really into hosting kiddie parties, but she delivered well despite of her pregnancy. She event provided me an event assistant who handles the giving of prizes and loots.

PHOTOGRAPHER

Erwin Chonchada's Digital Photography 042-5403588

A Lucban based Photographer. I am quite satisfied with his work although I know there were a lot of Manila based photographer with the same rate who can do a lot better.  But I guess in the area, I might consider him as one of the best because he is already offering digital packages.

CHOCO / MALLOWS CENTERPIECES

Choclittalk by Rico del Rosario 02-7443223 /  0910-9106243

I wanted an edible centerpiece this time for the kids and when I learned that Kuya Rico (a former schoolmate) is into this kind of business, I became a regular client. 

FACE PAINTING

Chris Lopez / Noel Regaya and the Gang / 09173968719

No need to explain, sibling love.

BALLOONS / CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN / TARPULIN

D-I-Y by JLo

Again, no explanations needed. I enrolled in basic balloon arrangement seminar from Nego Skwela  (www.negoskwela.ph) just to proceed with the plan of doing the balloon arrangements myself. Not bad for a first timer.

COSTUME JEWELRY

D-I-Y by JLo and MIL

Guests were given necklaces and hats of their choice upon entering the venue. It goes well with the theme and how I love how my MIL did all of these for love.This project is is six (6) months in the making.

LOOTBAGS / PERSONALIZED TUMBLER

D-I-Y by JLo

Another D-I-Y project by Mommy JLo. yipeee!

3FT LETTER STANDEES

How I love these standees. Plain and simple but rocks! This is the birth of Wooden KidiKraft

PRIZES / HATS / TEAPOTS / COSTUMES

Divisorial Mall, Divilandia

Disclaimer : JLofied is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of the contact information of the suppliers. This party diary was published in February 2008.

Pre-Birthday Photo Shoot Ideas : How to Make Butterflies & Paper Medallions Origami

In three weeks time, we are going to celebrate Jewel's 7th Birthday. But instead of throwing out a big party where I might be spending close to 6 digits of pesos, we decided to celebrate it with an intimate family bonding in Panglao Island, Bohol (details to follow soon).

But  I cannot take for the granted the birthday party photographs which we are not going to have, so I asked  my officemate CC who is a hobbyist photographer to  render his services for the photo shoot (read as T-I-P-I-D).  

The theme is J is for Jewel. It will be an all pastel color scheme in yellow, blue, pink and green. 

Here are my inspirations.

Photo Souce : blog.amyatlas.com

Photo Source : www.infoidea.com

This photo session will also be my first time to do a photo shoot styling (another DIY for me, yippee!) which only means that the props will also be crafted by yours truly. I wanted my girls to be involved  and so I asked for the help of my two young assistants Janelle and Jewel.

Janelle and Jewel showing their butterfly origami. Great job kids!

Paper Medallions by Ate Janelle

With the help of these Instructional Videos, the kids were able to finished their tasks.

Here is a video on how to make a Butterfly Origami

And another instructional video on how to make hanging paper medallions

While the girls were busy with their crafts and  Daddy Mark can't seem to understand what we are up to, I am busy designing the toppers for the cupcakes to be used in the shoot. Here are my finished designs.

We will also be using some props like the welcome signage, cupcake / cake  tower stands, letter standees and wooden fence  from Wooden KidiKraft.

Click here for more designs
www.facebook.com/woodenkiddiestools

I hope that this will turn out great. Wish me luck!

Feel free to email me at bonsky_jen@yahoo.com for inquiries and for some free lay-outs. :-)

Give. Celebrate. Enjoy.

JLofied