Havaianas Pays it Forward with Design a Smile 2 for the Benefit of Operation Smile

When was the last time you made someone else smile? That is the question Havaianas asks you as it launches the Havaianas Design a Smile 2, a flip-flops design contest for the benefit of Operation Smile Philippines.

Havaianas Design a Smile was first launched in 2010.

Havaianas Design a Smile showcases children’s artistic abilities by designing Havaianas flipflops which will be made into an actual Havaianas pair. Percentage of the sales from these designs will benefit Operation Smile Philippines. Operation Smile Philippines is a non-profit organization that give surgeries to children with cleft palates and cleft lips.

The first Havaianas Design a Smile competition had over 2,000 entries and raised more than Php100,000 pesos from donations.

Havaianas believes that summer is a state of mind and can be lived every day of the year whenever you adopt a happy and carefree attitude,“ shares Anne Gonzalez, Managing Director of Havaianas Philippines. “And nowhere else is that more evident than in children. With Havaianas Design a Smile, we hope to generate funds and awareness to support Operation Smile in our shared mission to spread smiles all over the world.

Starting this November till  to January, Havaianas Design a Smile 2 is back, with the theme “Paying it Forward: Kids Helping Kids.”

On November 24th, artistically inclined kids can join Havaianas Design a Smile by submitting their designs illustrating their answer to the question “What will you do to make other people smile?” at partner events nationwide:

  • Bonifacio Global City Passion Fest at Bonifacio High Street from November 23 to 25
  • Mommy Mundo Bazaar at the Rockwell Tent from November 24 to 25.

Winners will receive exciting prizes from the following:

  • Havaianas, 
  • Bobble, 
  • Pininho, 
  • Hobbes and Landes, 
  • McDonald’s, 
  •  Sony.

The grand prize winner will also have his or her design produced as part of the Havaianas 2014 Collection as the Havaianas Smile pair, with a percentage of the sales from which will help fund the operations of Operation Smile.

Design A Smile

Like the Havaianas Philippines Official Facebook page to find out other events that the Havaianas Design a Smile 2 booth will be visiting.

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Mommy Mundo Bazaar 2012: The Christmas Bazaar for Chic Shopping Mamas!

Don’t miss Mommy Mundo‘s last big event for 2012. Get your Christmas shopping loot from mompreneurs at the Mommy Mundo Bazaar 2012.

Mommy Mundo Bazaar Poster

Over 80 booths featuring the latest mom and baby products, gift items, fun activities and so much more will be present at the Mommy Mundo Bazzar 2012 happening on November 24 – 25 at the Rockwell Tent.
Shop for:
  • maternity and nursingwear
  • babywearing products
  • baby slings and accessories
  • diapers
  • baby and kids clothes and shoes
  • toys and book
  •  many more great finds!
Entrance fee to the event is 30 pesos per person, 100% of entrance fees will go to the Christmas outreach project of MomShare!
BAZAAR FEATURES:
♥ Credit Card terminals for your credit purchases
♥ Mommy Mundo shopping bags (please also free to bring your own so we can minimize the use of plastic at the event)*
♥ Free drinking water from Crystal Clear
♥ Kids play area by Fun Ranch (inflatable play area and game booths)
♥ Face painting for kids by Partezeit
♥ Free family photo *
♥ Breastfeeding lounge and diaper changing area
♥ Free issues of Mommy Mundo freezines (Urban Mom and Mommy Pages)*
♥ Free issues of Working Mom Magazine, Sense & Style Magazine*
and more surprises from our sponsors!
*while supplies last 🙂

Mom 24_7 2013

The 2013 Mom 24/7 Planner will also be launched at the Mommy Bazaar.
*All Mommy Mundo Privilege Passport holders get free entrance to the event and also get their complimentary copy of the Mom 24/7 Planner.

Sandy Daza’s Home Cooked Meals at The Maya Kitchen on November 24, 2012

The Maya Kitchen will feature Sandy Daza on November 24, 2012. He will be sharing his home cooked favorite recipes as the guest chef.

Chef Sandy Daza

The following recipes will be featured:

  • Shepherd’s Pie
  • Crispy Fish with Garlic Sauce
  • Shrimp Puttanesca
  • Spam Fried Rice
  • Coq Au Vin
  • Bread Pudding
Chef Sandy Daza graduated with a degree of Hotel and Restaurant Management from the Cornell University in New York. he also attended Ecole Cordon Bleu and the American University in Paris. For Thai Cuisine, he went to Mandarin Hotel Cooking School in Bangkok, Thailand.
He is currently hosting a cooking show named Kitchen Confidence with Sandy Daza that airs every Saturday 9am on Cignal TV.
Chef Sandy is also responsible for running a number of popular restaurants that includes Sandy’s Cuisine, both in Manila and Vancouver; Mai Thai Express Fastfood, Mai Thai Restaurant, Au Bon Café, all in Manila; Aux Iles Philippines in Paris, France and Maharlika Restaurant in New York City and then his latest Wooden Spoon which opened early this year at 329 Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights, Quezon City.
The Maya Kitchen also offers other classes for the month of December.
  • 7-Days Curing Ham, December 1, Saturday, 9am-1pm
  • Processed Meats and Atcharas, December 1, Saturday, 1-5pm
  • Pastillas Atbp., December 1, 1-5pm.
For more information on other course offerings, log on to http://www.themayakitchen.com/  or e-mail contactus@themayakitchen.com.
Visit the Maya Kitchen Culinary Center from Tuesday to Saturday at 8F  Liberty Building, 835 A. Arnaiz Avenue (Pasay Road), Makati City or call 8921185 / 892-5011 local 108 / Mobile No. +63947 835 2290.

Posted by Treasure Jar on Nov 21st 2012 | Filed in FYI,Happenings,Kitchen Needs,Plateful of Fun,Socials | Comments (0)

Nat Geo Doggy Day Camp

Last week, we went to the National Geographic Channel (NGC) Doggy Day Camp.

NatGeo Channel Doggy Day Camp Stage

To say the children were happy is a bit of an understatement. They had fun gushing, petting (some that they know won’t bite) and taking photos of cute, big, hairy, little, and not so hairy dogs.

NatGeo Channel Doggy Day Camp

NatGeo Channel Doggy Day Camp

The National Geographic Channel’s Doggy Day Camp had these furry friends enjoy different activities such as grooming services and massages from Furrr-pect Grooming, pedigree treats in a kibble buffet set-up by Treats Cafe and playing with other dogs at the Wilderness Pupplay.

NatGeo Channel Doggy Day Camp

Their humans meanwhile learned new tricks and tips from Cesar Millan, a dog behavior expert during the screening of the new season of Dog Whisperer. Dog Whisperer airs every 10 pm Wednesday at the NGC.

NatGeo Channel Doggy Day Camp

Pawsitive Education

Born to be Wild host Ferdz Recio talked about proper nutrition while Pawsitive Education resident vet Jon Uy discussed behavioral issues of dogs. May Angela Feliz of Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) discussed about the responsibility of pet ownership. GMA7’s Aso ni San Roque’s dog named Princess was present, along with the cast of the show.

NatGeo Channel Doggy Day Camp

NatGeo Channel Doggy Day Camp

The Doggy Day Camp also had a parade and a mini agility race where Urban Sports K9. Ten of the best submitted heroic dog feats were also featured in an exhibit.

Here are a few photos we took of the dogs in the Doggy Day Camp:

NatGeo Channel Doggy Day Camp

NatGeo Channel Doggy Day Camp

NatGeo Channel Doggy Day Camp

NatGeo Channel Doggy Day Camp

NatGeo Channel Doggy Day Camp

More photos here.

The National Geographic Channel‘s advocacy is to promote the importance of pet ownership responsibility.

Doggy Day Camp updates can be viewed at their NGCP Facebook Page.

Posted by Treasure Jar on Nov 19th 2012 | Filed in Bonding Time,Happenings,Socials,Through the Lens,Visual Delights | Comments (0)

Fashion for Boys from SM Kids’ Fashion

Who said boys can’t be fashion-conscious? They can be with the proper clothes (and swagger, lol) from where else but SM Kids’ Fashion.

Below are some fashion ideas from the  2012 Philippine fashion Week and SM Kids’ Fashion we can get for those handsome little men in our lives:

Bradley:

Bradley SM Kids' Fashion

Colorful shorts bring instant liveliness to any ensemble. Capture that energy by pairing them with clothes in complementary—not matching!—colors. Make the outfit pop with sneakers that create contrast with the rest of the hues being worn. A good rule of thumb is to mix up warm colors, like red and orange, with cool colors like green and blue. A contrasting cardigan adds a touch of class, making little boys look dapper, yet casual.

Boys Got Style:

Boys Got Style SM Kids' Fashion

Boys Got Style SM Kids' Fashion

Boys Got Style SM Kids' Fashion

Boys Got Style SM Kids' Fashion

While loud colors can look debonair on a young boy by themselves, bringing in some contrast through additional layers creates depth and texture to the entire outfit. A sporty black jacket makes yellow shirts and red jeans pop, while taupe helps a red collared shirt blend in with dark blue jeans by cooling the vivid color down. The end result is a fashionable look that’s versatile enough for both night and day.

Dude:

Dude SM Kids' Fashion

Dude SM Kids' Fashion

Dude SM Kids' Fashion

Juniors and pre-teens are certified rockstars when dressed in Dude’s duds. Make heavily-textured shirts look sleek and sophisticated with blazers in neutral shades. If you want to keep the look casual, roll up the blazer’s sleeves along with the shirts to add a colorful cuff at the end. With a pair of dark-wash jeans and a stylish pair of sneaks to complete the ensemble, juniors are definite head-turners!

Modern Prince:

Modern Prince SM Kids' Fashion

Modern Princess and Modern Prince SM Kids' Fashion

Dressed up doesn’t always have to mean toned down for kids. Brighten up the standard black suit with a colorful bowtie in complementary shades, like periwinkle. For a daytime affair, have some fun with a white suit by adding livelier colors like turquoise and salmon. A nice pair of boat shoes loosens things up without straying into informal territory. Crown the outfit with a stylish hairdo, and your dashing little gentleman will be the talk of the town.

Head over to SM Kids’ Fashion section and get the perfect outfit for your sons, nephews and godchildren.

Here are some fashion ideas for your little girls. 

Be a Girl Fashionista with SM Kids’ Fashion

With the holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to shop for those cute little misses and misters: our daughters, sons, nephews, nieces and godchildren.

If you know your precious ones have discerning taste, head on over to SM Kids’ Fashion department and see what will perfectly fit your young loves.

Here are some fashion ideas from the 2012 Philippine Fashion Week for SM Kids’ Fashion:

SM Kids' Fashion Crib Couture

Crib Couture for your baby boy and baby girl.

Baby boys look adorable when they’re dressed like little gentlemen. Keep things playful by adding a splash of color to timeless pieces. A bright checkered shirt, for instance, brings a smile to everyone’s faces when worn with a white vest and dark khaki pants. Round everything out with white shoes with a vivid trim, and your little bundle of joy becomes extra-huggable!

There’s nothing cuter than a baby girl all dressed up in pink and ruffles. Make her stand out from the rest by incorporating unexpected prints into her wardrobe. Animal prints paired with hot pink ruffles make her extra-adorable and the center of attention in any event! Add a similarly printed headband or a mini-bandana to make her outfit even more unique.

Hello Kitty:

Hello Kitty SM Kids' Fashion

Hello Kitty SM Kids' Fashion

Hello Kitty has always been a favorite among little girls and the brand has evolved from the usual pink-and-white color pallet. A pair of gold sandals is perfect for a black tiered dress with yellow trimmings, while silver goes well with a white-and-pink ruffled dress.Keep accessories to a minimum so that it doesn’t overwhelm the look and tie the whole outfit together with a playful hairstyle.

Girls Edition:

Girls Edition SM Kids' Fashion

Girls Edition SM Kids' Fashion

Mid-pastels are very feminine and add vibrant pops of color to a playful girl’s outfit. Aqua, purple, and yellow, for example, are great combinations as they complement each other. Mix and match outfits from this color pallet and add texture by using ruffled or frilly fabrics. Pair a purple top with aqua leggings or vice versa and complete the look with matching shoes.

Little Miss:

Little Miss SM Kids' Fashion

Little Miss SM Kids' Fashion

Polka dots are one of the trends that never really go out of style. They’re fun and add an interesting twist into any outfit. Bring out your feminine sidewith these polka-dot dresses from Little Miss. A frilly blue drop-waist skirt is perfect with hot pink ballet flats for a casual party, while simple silver sandals go well with a full skirt dress for more formal events.

Blush:

Blush SM Kids' Fashion

Blush SM Kids' Fashion

Blush pieces are chic while remaining girly—perfect for Juniors who want to make a statement with her fashion choices. Add an edgy twist to your metallic top-and-leggings combo or shift dress by pairing them with black lace-up sneakers. Put up your hair in a messy bun or tie it up in a loose ponytail for a laidback yet stylish look.

Modern Princess:

Modern Princess SM Kids' Fashion

Modern Princess SM Kids' Fashion

Modern Princess and Modern Prince SM Kids' Fashion

Modern Princess and Modern Prince SM Kids' Fashion

Calling all little girls who dream of becoming a princess, Modern Princess is here to let you dress up as one, only better! These colorful dresses add a fun spin to traditional party ensembles and make any girl the life of the celebrations. Pair them with silver sandals for a touch of glimmer and complete the whimsical look with a tiara!

How come we didn’t have these styles when I was younger?

Thought bubble: “I also wish they have these styles too for plus size cocktail dresses, 😀 “

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