Art and Earth Science by Grass
What constitutes a great gift? Every gift should come from the heart. But what does make a great gift is one that's unique - something that you won't find anywhere else like que horror, Divisoria (not that I have anything against Divi, I shop there too albeit rarely!). Here's a list of reasons why handmade products rock:… Continue reading Why handmade products make great gifts
Very few people know that I get to work on rocks in a microscopic level - that is, I analyze rocks in thin sections (as thin as a strand of hair!). Volcanic rocks (the one extruded by volcanoes or frozen lavas), while they look dull in hand specimen, are actually pretty under a microscope. These… Continue reading Did you say rocks are boring? Not to a petrologist.
The freedom to combine colors and materials is what's best about art! I made this freestyle necklace by combining shells I picked up years ago from a beach in Mindanao, turquoise gemstone, paper beads, brass wire, mother of pearl, citrine gemstone, vintage metal charms and freshwater pearl. I used brass 1.0 mm hard wire I… Continue reading Aquatica Necklace
I admit, I'm guilty of having thrown away so many things that could have been reused/upcycled/recycled before. I still do and I feel guilty because trash goes to oceans eventually and kill so many awesome marine life. So since last month I've have been challenging myself every week on reusing/upcycling some of my trash. This… Continue reading Recycle your magnet cards into bookmarks
Did you know that manufacturing companies use up tons of water to make products as small as a toothpick, or a pair of flip flops or in this blog's case, a meter-long iPad charger? Yes, it's true. That's why it has been my personal advocacy to recycle or upcycle what I can because not only… Continue reading Recycle your garbage into jewelry!
I know you guys have been hearing about how the West Valley Fault (originally known as Marikina Valley Fault) is due to move anytime in this lifetime. This is scary, I know. But it doesn't kill to be informed, prepared and ready when earthquake strikes. Here are things that you can do at home or… Continue reading What to do BEFORE, DURING and AFTER Earthquakes (Source: EDC Quick News)
The great reviews this museum got in TravelAdvisor weren't wrong but you really need to experience the place for full appreciation of this magical place. Pinto Art Museum is the BOMB! If you haven't gone there, picture this: galleries interconnected by gardens; lush vegetation; contemporary paintings and avant garde sculptures and art pieces that are nothing… Continue reading Pinto Art Museum – Antipolo’s Hidden Gem
Have you noticed how crowded malls can be on weekends? I have! I only go to Landmark/Trinoma for groceries; to buy a few things such as wrapping papers and craft supply; and for kids when they needed medicines, books and/or toys. I try to limit going to the mall once a week and only when… Continue reading Alternative Shopping Experience in Quezon City, Metro Manila
Disclaimer: I am in no way connected to or paid by Crisostomo to post this review. If you're looking for their menu, please visit their website here. I don't normally eat out. But when I do, it's usually when someone invites me; it's my birthday and too lazy to cook for the family; or simply… Continue reading Crisostomo Restaurant at UP Town Center – A Review
A shorter version of this review was posted at TripAdvisor. The whole family checked in at Hotel H2O last March 14 for staycation and also to celebrate birthday and graduation for Ian and Nereus, respectively. We stayed in one of their Aqua Classic room and my kids loved the aquarium, they almost refused to leave… Continue reading Hotel H2O Experience – A Review
The Fabulous Scientist 