I noticed this when I dripped water on my bed-sheets the other day. my water bottle mouth opening is too big and I am still getting used to it...
Monday, July 14, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 14th Jul 2014
14th Jul 2014 - Drip marks, another form of mark making
I noticed this when I dripped water on my bed-sheets the other day. my water bottle mouth opening is too big and I am still getting used to it...
I noticed this when I dripped water on my bed-sheets the other day. my water bottle mouth opening is too big and I am still getting used to it...
Thursday, July 3, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 3rd Jul 2014
3rd Jul 2014 - messy eating at IKEA
The casual atmosphere in IKEA means sloppy eating is allowed, encouraged even! All around, families with kids, men in business suits.p and students eat their chicken wings and fries happily with their hands!
The casual atmosphere in IKEA means sloppy eating is allowed, encouraged even! All around, families with kids, men in business suits.p and students eat their chicken wings and fries happily with their hands!
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 2nd Jul 2014
2nd Jul 2014 - Japanese ink painting cats
Exploring this kind of aesthetics for a fabric pattern design.
Exploring this kind of aesthetics for a fabric pattern design.
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 1st Jul 2014
1st Jul 2014 - Tamoya
A new udon chain that is based on similar concepts in Japan. Food wise isn't fantastic but I love the concept is self-service for most of the time.
A new udon chain that is based on similar concepts in Japan. Food wise isn't fantastic but I love the concept is self-service for most of the time.
Monday, June 30, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 30th Jun 2014
30th Jun 2014 - free bus rides
The joys of being able to get a free bus tide due to quick transfers....
The joys of being able to get a free bus tide due to quick transfers....
Sunday, June 29, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 29th Jun 2014
29th Jun 2014 - travel literature
Sometimes, reading books can get you to places without physically moving from the comforts of your chair!
Sometimes, reading books can get you to places without physically moving from the comforts of your chair!
Saturday, June 28, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 28th Jun 2014
28th Jun 2014 - modern knitting
Researching on the idea of modern knitting projects and I realized that combination may be the way to go!
Researching on the idea of modern knitting projects and I realized that combination may be the way to go!
Friday, June 27, 2014
Thursday, June 26, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 26th Jun 2014
26th Jun 2014 - Coiled Rope Vessels
After obsessing over this craft for some time, I finally made one which I am happy with, and using an ancient basketry technique too! I might be making a few more to satisfy my craving. People often ask me "what do you do in your free time." I think I found the answer, 'I try out new crafts outside of my work.' Yes, even though my work involves making the whole time, it is learning new crafts like these and the dorset button and recently, sewing my own zipper-pouch, all these are not work related (yet) and is things I explore when I get some time to myself!
After obsessing over this craft for some time, I finally made one which I am happy with, and using an ancient basketry technique too! I might be making a few more to satisfy my craving. People often ask me "what do you do in your free time." I think I found the answer, 'I try out new crafts outside of my work.' Yes, even though my work involves making the whole time, it is learning new crafts like these and the dorset button and recently, sewing my own zipper-pouch, all these are not work related (yet) and is things I explore when I get some time to myself!
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 25th Jun 2014
25th Jun 2014 - Instagram
This photo sharing platform is terribly addictive, and all people are doing is posting photos of their lives! I have met some crafters and designers I greatly admire through here and had mini conversations with them too which makes me all star-struck. 'They are real!'
This photo sharing platform is terribly addictive, and all people are doing is posting photos of their lives! I have met some crafters and designers I greatly admire through here and had mini conversations with them too which makes me all star-struck. 'They are real!'
Tuesday, June 24, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 24th Jun 2014
24th Jun 2014 - Naan
We finally found a good naan place near home at reasonable pricing! No more worries over naan cravings!
We finally found a good naan place near home at reasonable pricing! No more worries over naan cravings!
Monday, June 23, 2014
365 ' Likes' Project - 23rd Jun 2014
23rd Jun 2014 - When I Create
I enjoyed my first visit to this new stockists of ours along Haji Lane, the way the shop was done up, the fact it is above an old goldsmiths, and a friendly onset, made me fall in love with the shop immediately
I enjoyed my first visit to this new stockists of ours along Haji Lane, the way the shop was done up, the fact it is above an old goldsmiths, and a friendly onset, made me fall in love with the shop immediately
Sunday, June 22, 2014
Saturday, June 21, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 21st Jun 2014
21st Jun 2014 - An acoustic playlist
Despite the heat today, it is nice to listen to some of the acoustic tunes coming from weekend noise!
Despite the heat today, it is nice to listen to some of the acoustic tunes coming from weekend noise!
Friday, June 20, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 20th Jun 2014
20th Jun 2014 - Popin Craft Studio
There is so much potential in having a space like these and we are just starting to realize!
There is so much potential in having a space like these and we are just starting to realize!
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 18th Jun 2014
18th Jun 2014 - convenient stalls
I have been fascinated by modern convenient stalls when I was in Japan last year with all their goods, in Singapore, they have seemed to replace many provision /mama shops which were more common when I was younger... I am not quite sure if it is a good thing.
I have been fascinated by modern convenient stalls when I was in Japan last year with all their goods, in Singapore, they have seemed to replace many provision /mama shops which were more common when I was younger... I am not quite sure if it is a good thing.
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
365 'Likes' Project - 17th Jun 2014
17th Jun 2014 - Global Postal System
A little sheep made a round trip to US and back to our home today via the mail as it has been unclaimed for so long. It is amazing to think this little fella has gone further then I every have on this globe and even more amazing to imagine how every parcel counts and is returned when it needs to!
A little sheep made a round trip to US and back to our home today via the mail as it has been unclaimed for so long. It is amazing to think this little fella has gone further then I every have on this globe and even more amazing to imagine how every parcel counts and is returned when it needs to!
Monday, June 16, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 16th Jun 2014
16th Jun 2014 - Furoshiki
This Japanese art of fabric wrapping is unique and ingenious. With just a square cloth it can be used to wrap and carry objects of various shapes securely. It has become our new packaging for the pretty but problematic knitted cactus.
This Japanese art of fabric wrapping is unique and ingenious. With just a square cloth it can be used to wrap and carry objects of various shapes securely. It has become our new packaging for the pretty but problematic knitted cactus.
Sunday, June 15, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 15th Jun 2014
15th Jun 2014 - Alphabet Biscuits
I dug through the entire bag of biscuits today to find the 26 letters from this nostalgic confectionery. The typeface is amazing, I wonder who designed it!
I dug through the entire bag of biscuits today to find the 26 letters from this nostalgic confectionery. The typeface is amazing, I wonder who designed it!
Saturday, June 14, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 14th Jun 2014
14th Jun 2014 - Long Fatt Tua Sar Piah
I love that this shop with its old decor still stays the same and stands the test of time!
I love that this shop with its old decor still stays the same and stands the test of time!
Friday, June 13, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 13th Jun 2014
13th Jun 2014 - Palm Trees
Palm trees connote the idea of beach holidays and paradise. Today after the swim, i looked up again the palm trees and it felt like I was in paradise in our own condo!
Palm trees connote the idea of beach holidays and paradise. Today after the swim, i looked up again the palm trees and it felt like I was in paradise in our own condo!
Thursday, June 12, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 12th Jun 2014
12th Jun 2014 - list making
I am reading 'my year of meat' now by Ruth Ozeki and she brings up this ancient Japanese author, Shonagon who created many lists of all sorts of things. I love to make lists too, they help me keep track of the ideas in my head and the things I need to complete.
I am reading 'my year of meat' now by Ruth Ozeki and she brings up this ancient Japanese author, Shonagon who created many lists of all sorts of things. I love to make lists too, they help me keep track of the ideas in my head and the things I need to complete.
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
365 " Likes" Project - 11th Jun 2014
11th Jun 2014 - Stitch Samplers
The idea of making these into workshops or craft kits has got me very excited indeed!
The idea of making these into workshops or craft kits has got me very excited indeed!
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
365 " Likes" Project - 10th Jun 2014
10th Jun 2014 - Singapore Tyler Print Institute
Every time I go back to visi this place, I remember the lovely times of my internship there! So much have changed since then but the things that stay the same makes me very happy to be back.
Every time I go back to visi this place, I remember the lovely times of my internship there! So much have changed since then but the things that stay the same makes me very happy to be back.
Monday, June 9, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 9th Jun 2014
9th Jun 2014 - vivid Dreams
I am fascinated by dream images that stay with me long after I have woken up. It doesn't happen very often, more often than not, the dreams I have every night are soon forgotten the minute I am fully awake. These few nights though I remember them vividly... I dreamt I saw whales swimming in the wide ocean from my bedroom window, it was a wonderful sight!
I am fascinated by dream images that stay with me long after I have woken up. It doesn't happen very often, more often than not, the dreams I have every night are soon forgotten the minute I am fully awake. These few nights though I remember them vividly... I dreamt I saw whales swimming in the wide ocean from my bedroom window, it was a wonderful sight!
Sunday, June 8, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 8th June 2014
8th June 2014 - Strand Hotel
This quiet cafe in Strand Hotel is like our little secret place. Every now and then we will crave for their yin-yang seafood dish and decide to make a trip. Then when we enter the cafe, we are all alone and the deco never seemed to have changed from the last time we were there.
This quiet cafe in Strand Hotel is like our little secret place. Every now and then we will crave for their yin-yang seafood dish and decide to make a trip. Then when we enter the cafe, we are all alone and the deco never seemed to have changed from the last time we were there.
Saturday, June 7, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 7th June 2014
7th June 2014 - History
The idea that something has a history or provenance always captures me. That was the reason I was so keen on teaching the dorset button despite it being a tedious craft to make. I can imagine all these English making the buttons silently at home in their 18th century clothing. I am intrigued it has a history, a past and a tradition.
The idea that something has a history or provenance always captures me. That was the reason I was so keen on teaching the dorset button despite it being a tedious craft to make. I can imagine all these English making the buttons silently at home in their 18th century clothing. I am intrigued it has a history, a past and a tradition.
Friday, June 6, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 6th June 2014
6th June 2014 - Light shopping
So many designs of lighting from the classic to the ornate to the modern to the utterly outrageous! We looked up at so many lights that we were very happy to find something that fit all our criteria in the last shop.
So many designs of lighting from the classic to the ornate to the modern to the utterly outrageous! We looked up at so many lights that we were very happy to find something that fit all our criteria in the last shop.
Thursday, June 5, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 5th June 2014
5th June 2014 - pattern making
I was looking at Lena Corwin's site and am very inspired by the way she creates these beautiful patterns from simple shapes!
I was looking at Lena Corwin's site and am very inspired by the way she creates these beautiful patterns from simple shapes!
Wednesday, June 4, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 4th June 2014
4th June 2014 - buildings by night
The night brings a very different scene in the city. All you can see is the street lights and those emitting from the buildings.
The night brings a very different scene in the city. All you can see is the street lights and those emitting from the buildings.
Tuesday, June 3, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 3rd June 2014
3rd June 2014 - Moomin
These little creatures are so cute! I love how much they look like hippos and the silly adventures they have. It has become a big, big thing in Japan even though they were created by Finnish author and illustrator Tove Jansson.
These little creatures are so cute! I love how much they look like hippos and the silly adventures they have. It has become a big, big thing in Japan even though they were created by Finnish author and illustrator Tove Jansson.
Monday, June 2, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 2nd June 2014
2nd June 2014 - Icord typography
I always love 3D typography so I couldn't resist when I saw this long Icord!
I always love 3D typography so I couldn't resist when I saw this long Icord!
Sunday, June 1, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 1st June 2014
1st June 2014 - test pad scribbles
It is interesting to see what people write on these test pads at stationery shops. It is an array of various handwriting proclaiming love, advertising for Instagram followers and expressing feelings through smiley faces.
It is interesting to see what people write on these test pads at stationery shops. It is an array of various handwriting proclaiming love, advertising for Instagram followers and expressing feelings through smiley faces.
Saturday, May 31, 2014
Friday, May 30, 2014
365 "Likes" Project 2014 - 30th May 2014
30th May 2014 - Sixth Station
This is my favorite instrumental composition in the Studio Ghibli cd we have been listening to the past few days as we sew up the knitted pieces. No surprise it is from spirited away and it reminds me of the scene where they were traveling by train to faraway places...
This is my favorite instrumental composition in the Studio Ghibli cd we have been listening to the past few days as we sew up the knitted pieces. No surprise it is from spirited away and it reminds me of the scene where they were traveling by train to faraway places...
Thursday, May 29, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 29th May 2014
29th May 2014 - A conference of cats
If I ever past this open space at night, I will glance over at these group of stray cats that congregate at night. Without fail, night after night they gather after their meal. In the shadows they take over the space that will soon be inhabited by the humans when morning comes.
If I ever past this open space at night, I will glance over at these group of stray cats that congregate at night. Without fail, night after night they gather after their meal. In the shadows they take over the space that will soon be inhabited by the humans when morning comes.
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 28th May 2014
28th May 2014
Every other Wednesday, I walk past a group playing sepak takraw, it is always nice to watch. Today, a little boy sits as the referee which was such a funny sight. He is so small in the chair but he sits with a little authority as 2 players, many times bigger and older than him, argue over who gets to go next. A big decision for a small boy.
Every other Wednesday, I walk past a group playing sepak takraw, it is always nice to watch. Today, a little boy sits as the referee which was such a funny sight. He is so small in the chair but he sits with a little authority as 2 players, many times bigger and older than him, argue over who gets to go next. A big decision for a small boy.
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
Monday, May 26, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 26th May 2014
26th May 2014 - design pride
To see my fabric design being used in other products besides those made by us is amazing! My shark attack fabric has found itself onto some dog collars for some time now but I only just got around to asking. Plus the fact the product has so many 'hearts' on etsy, it makes me so happy!
To see my fabric design being used in other products besides those made by us is amazing! My shark attack fabric has found itself onto some dog collars for some time now but I only just got around to asking. Plus the fact the product has so many 'hearts' on etsy, it makes me so happy!
Sunday, May 25, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 25th May 2014
24th May 2014 - a little amigurumi horse
This little horse represents one of the many connections made during the knitting parties which has finally came to an end today. A lady who I have been sitting with for the last few sessions gave it to me as a sort of parting gift. Despite the whole interacting with so many strangers thing not being quite in my comfort zone, I am glad what the knitting parties have achieve - making connections between different strangers and creating conversations and stories being exchanged between people of similar interests!
This little horse represents one of the many connections made during the knitting parties which has finally came to an end today. A lady who I have been sitting with for the last few sessions gave it to me as a sort of parting gift. Despite the whole interacting with so many strangers thing not being quite in my comfort zone, I am glad what the knitting parties have achieve - making connections between different strangers and creating conversations and stories being exchanged between people of similar interests!
Saturday, May 24, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 24th May 2014
24th May 2014 - drawing from life
I had no idea what to draw till this little guy flew in, great, a life model! ;)
I had no idea what to draw till this little guy flew in, great, a life model! ;)
Friday, May 23, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 23rd May 2014
23rd May 2014 - repackaging the old
It is amazing what a little re-packaging can do to a old product!
It is amazing what a little re-packaging can do to a old product!
Thursday, May 22, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 22nd May 2014
22nd May 2014 - Painted Pottery
Doing a little brainstorm about how to paint pottery. I read somewhere that Arita, a town in Japan, is famous for their painted porcelain, makes me wish to go there for a course on painting on pottery.
Doing a little brainstorm about how to paint pottery. I read somewhere that Arita, a town in Japan, is famous for their painted porcelain, makes me wish to go there for a course on painting on pottery.
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 21st May 2014
21st May 2014 - Sunsets
I present my attempt to capture today's sunset in watercolours.... I didn't nail it mostly because there were so much colour changes in the sky today from yellow to orange to a faint pink to deep blues, the sky was a beautiful colour palette.
I present my attempt to capture today's sunset in watercolours.... I didn't nail it mostly because there were so much colour changes in the sky today from yellow to orange to a faint pink to deep blues, the sky was a beautiful colour palette.
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 20th May 2014
20th May 2014 - the curious case of the missing mail
We had speculated for some time that there was lost mail that we never received... It has caused me to need to cancel my debit card (while I await the replacement) as well as a hunt for a long-overdue cheque payment. So imagine our surprise when we found a stack of mail in our post today, with post-marks from a month ago. We may never find out what happened but it gave us a good laugh and quite some relief!
We had speculated for some time that there was lost mail that we never received... It has caused me to need to cancel my debit card (while I await the replacement) as well as a hunt for a long-overdue cheque payment. So imagine our surprise when we found a stack of mail in our post today, with post-marks from a month ago. We may never find out what happened but it gave us a good laugh and quite some relief!
Monday, May 19, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 19th May 2014
19th May 2014 - Ceramics by Weekend Worker
the potters' sensitivity to form and shapes are impeccable and of course I loved the treatment of the coloring and glaze - something I have been unable to master quite yet.
the potters' sensitivity to form and shapes are impeccable and of course I loved the treatment of the coloring and glaze - something I have been unable to master quite yet.
Sunday, May 18, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 18th May 2014
18th May 2014 - Rubber Stamp Carving
one of the crafts that I love to do more often but don't because I really do not have much use for the rubber stamps.
one of the crafts that I love to do more often but don't because I really do not have much use for the rubber stamps.
Saturday, May 17, 2014
365 "Likes" Project - 17th May 2014
17th May 2014 - Rooftops
There has been much talk about rooftops in the news recently after a vandalism act occurred. It makes me wish we had access to these public common spaces.
There has been much talk about rooftops in the news recently after a vandalism act occurred. It makes me wish we had access to these public common spaces.
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