You and I

2009-01-14T18:33:00.000+08:00

I miss everything on the 10th Jan 09!

It's a sweet story of us

2009-01-14T17:55:00.002+08:00

The photo montage. Self created with idiot proof software Photostory... Sweet!!

It's a beautiful ending...

2009-01-13T21:30:00.001+08:00

10th January 2009 marks the day of us officially becoming Mr & Mrs Koh!
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Thank you everyone for the lovely day!!
Thank you for being there to witness our marriage!
Thank you to all the gorgeous sisters!
Thank you to the wonderful friends!
Thank you for the loudest and longest Yum Seng!
Thank you to the forever fun loving family!!

Thank you all!!
It's been a GREAT one!

Woohoo!!

2009-01-08T13:17:00.005+08:00

Cheong Sum and Gowns Collected!!!

Ang Pow Boxes Completed!!!
Half way through the wrapping, I am so tired. I called Aunty Ivy who is in Sengkang to come and help me with it!! Both statisfied!!

And look how serious Sally is in picking the right accessories for the making!!

Let's Woohoo!!!

4 days to go!

2009-01-06T02:50:00.002+08:00

We had dinner and finale of Little Nonya for the sisters meeting!! This Little Nonya was drawing too much attention away from me!! Sobz! But the focus returned at 10pm.

It all went well. Anticipating lots of fun and sweetness to the gatecrash. =)

I still have a few things left undone. Hope I could rest on the last 2 days before the actual day.

1) Wrap Ang Pow Box
2) Stationery
3) Typing out guest list and table arrangement.
4) March in music not ready
5) Hubby to be has not prepared thank you speech
6) Hubby to be has not been briefed about what's going to happen on that day.
7) Have not listed out what we have discussed for gatecrash today.

I tried to sleep. But I can't!! It's not time for me to sleep yet!!
I am going to be a panda eyed bride.

Some photos.

2009-01-05T01:14:00.009+08:00

The long waited photos were collected. I'm not sure which one to post. Thus, I decided to pick one from each outfit. Nothing much to yell about. Just enjoy. =)

The evening gown. He looks good in this picture. Or rather, he looks better than me in every photos. :s

Sprained neck pose.

I am still wondering why I chose this blue gown. Well... I am glad we didn't take many photos in it. Ha!

This piece turns quite nice in photos.

Eh... My coordinator die die wants me to wear a short dress. She picked this for me.

That's all folks. =)

Counting Down

2009-01-04T03:00:00.003+08:00

The few days before the wedding
2nd Jan, I have done my facial!
3rd Jan, Colored my hair and had a trim. He sponsored! (^-^)
4th Jan, Final fitting and collect the photo albums!
5th Jan, I will be meeting my JieMei! And I do not actually know what to discuss about! haha!
Let's take a break on 6th!
7th Jan, Manicure and Pedicure with Mum!!
8th Jan, Massage! Not booked yet.
9th Jan, Ah!! No idea yet!

10th Jan 09! Big Day! WooHoo!

Love Is A Great Thing

2008-12-31T15:41:00.003+08:00

I was working on the vows and I came across this poem.
So real yet so beautiful..

So imperfect and yet perfect!

“Love Is A Great Thing” by Thomas à Kempis

Love is a great thing, yea, a great and thorough good. By itself it makes that is heavy light; and it bears evenly all that is uneven.

It carries a burden which is no burden; it will not be kept back by anything low and mean; it desires to be free from all wordly affections, and not to be entangled by any outward prosperity, or by any adversity subdued.

Love feels no burden, thinks nothing of trouble, attempts what is above its strength, pleads no excuse of impossibility. It is therefore able to undertake all things, and it completes many things, and warrants them to take effect, where he who does not love would faint and lie down.

Though weary, it is not tired; though pressed it is not straitened; though alarmed, it is not confounded; but as a living flame it forces itself upwards and securely passes through all.

Love is active and sincere, courageous, patient, faithful, prudent and manly.

The Make Up Artists.

2008-12-28T15:27:00.004+08:00

27th December, Sydney

I received two overseas calls, respectively from two Make Up Artists on my wedding day.

One of them was engaged for my mum and mother-in-law to be for the evening. Over the line, she went one big round to explain to me what happened to the other corporate function that is going to be held on the same day as my wedding. And she's still explaining that I have to cut her off and bring her straight to the point. I did not mean to be rude, but it's an OVERSEAS call! And so.. She is not available and has taken the initiative to find another Make up artist to replace her, who has the same experiences as her named, Jennifer Choo. She seeks my understanding. I am also left without a choice, do I?

I have not seen the work of Jennifer's. I hope my mums will just be happy with them. As long as they are happy, I am glad enough to be shut away from nags, for at least on my wedding day!

Later in the evening, I received another call. This time is from my main Make Up Artist! A few weeks before I have already mentioned that my groom will pick me up at 8am in the morning. And that's the earliest! She told me if she could come and do my make up at 5:30am in the morning!

5:30am can!

Let's picture this, so if i am done with my make up in an hour time, and that is even before 7am! I will have to wait for an hour and a half for the groom to arrive! And within that an hour and a half, I will be so sleepy and the most torture part is I could not lie down and sleep. My sisters will not have arrive yet too!

Not only that, it will incur additional charges for my videographer! What!?

Fine. Let's wait and see what she will come back to me.

I trusted their professionalism. Now I felt so betrayed.

Even make up artisits want to play a fool with me.

2008-12-24T01:16:00.005+08:00

The more I went into planning of the wedding, the more I feel that I am doing it for the elderly. I kind of regretted on every options I have made, however, it looks like everyone is telling me I am left without a choice.

I was even reprimanded for the touch of black for the sisters' dress.

I am trying to find the meaning for what have been done.

It's my down time.

I am upset, angry, frustrated.

West meets East Theme? Huh?

2008-12-21T05:32:00.006+08:00

I need help! I just didn't like the 2 ballroom themes provided by the hotel. I cannot come up with a decision still. (you may like to click on the pictures to have a better view)

Enchanting Garden Theme

Firstly, it's the Enchanted Garden Theme. The white bird cages and doves are lovely, however, it looks really sparse. Something is just not right with the pedestal stand and the VIP table center piece. The worst is that Merchant Court only has VIP table cloth in RED, GOLD, CREAM and BLUE to choose from. Blue seemed the only one suitable for a garden theme, however, it may look a little corporate. However, the theme will definitely go with yam roses, with additional pink and cream color to it.

Oriental Romance Theme

And then, it is the Oriental Romance Theme. Frankly, I only see the Oriental without the Romance. It looks grand. However, my evening gown is already in red and I do not want to become another ornament of the ballroom theme. Well, the solution is I could change the color of the flowers. However, if you really take note at the stage set up and the pedestal stand, you notice dangling glasses in red. They are not removable, hence, I wonder if pastel colors will be suitable. Not only that, the harsh burgundy glass centerpiece and black pedestal stand might also be too much of a contrast if I am going to stick to pastel flowers colors.

There's one thing that has confirmed was the florist will put up ivory color sash to cover the red back drop.

I really didn't like the botakness of the Enchanted Garden theme. I would love to keep the oriental theme with yam and cream roses and maybe a little pink will subtle the contrast... What do you all think?

Will they clash?

Again, the red dangling glasses are not removable. Sounds like West meets East.... Rojak once again!

How?

Never did I expect that I will be so bothered by this.

Ok... I want to be a happy bride!

Oriental gowns meets Enchanting Garden theme.

2008-12-19T18:41:00.004+08:00

If it's going to be a garden theme ballroom, with oriental cheongsum and red evening gown......

Oh my god... it's rojak theme again.....

Rebecca, the hotel coordinator, was suggesting yam and cream color rose.... I supposed it should turn out like what is shown in the picture. Hmm... pretty much acceptable.

(photo from AbsolutResolution.wordpress.com)

Appointment for verification & Statutory Declaration

2008-12-17T00:00:00.001+08:00

7th Jan 2009, 9:30am- 10:30am

What to bring for Verification and Statutory Declaration
a)Filing Instructions (to reprint a copy, go to: www.rom.gov.sg, 'Retrieve Filing Instructions').
b)Both original NRICs (Identity Cards)
c)Your witnesses' identity documents (NRIC if he/she is a citizen/PR and passport if he/she is a non-citizen). You may bring originals or copies.
d)Solemniser's Consent Form (need not be original)

2008-12-10T11:43:00.002+08:00

Ding Dong!

It's ONE more month to go for the new born Mr and Mrs! =)

We just began to write the invitation and shall arrange to distribute them soon.

On the 12th, we will be meeting our hotel coordinator to discuss on the Actual Day details and the theme for the ballroom. I am beginning to feel lazy and really do not know what I should expect.

On the 16th, it's our Guo Da Li, I am left with a few more items to buy.

Before I really started planning for this wedding, I have talked to many colleagues and friends who are married. I learned about things to note from them. Almost all also mentioned to me that the table arrangement would cause most headache and expect many changes even on the Actual Day itself.

It looks like I am quite prepared for it. I am still waiting for a short list of colleagues to confirm their attendance, my bf already has friends and relatives who told us one by one that they cannot attend...

I have stopped adding people into my guest list and shall just wait till 1 or 2 weeks later to start arranging the tables seating.

Ya! It's going to be a joyous one! Everything is going to fall in place!
Woohoo....

Just a Note.

2008-12-04T03:17:00.004+08:00

Well, we have seen the touch up.
They did it mainly for the face to neck area.
We were there mainly to spot imperfection at our tummy, legs, arms....
It's amazing how they reconstruct it. from bulging to flattest tummy ever...
and my ugly underarms.
my girlfriend should know what I meant.

I picked a short dress for the solemnization.
In case my girlfriends start shouting at me, "huh!! poolside wear cheong sum?!"
I knew Bf will like the particular dress the best as the pong pong, fairy tale short dresses are too cute for him to accept. Well... ok lor, so i took the simple short dress which I commented that I will look like any other guests.

But... it's simple, nice and elegant. One of the coordinator says, it looks more class lor.

Well, I am quite spoiled with choices over those short dresses. Every piece looks wow...

p/s: the more i look at my photos, the more i really didn't like it. don't bother to ask me for reasons. See it for yourself when the album is ready. oh... i must say it's not totally ugly, it's just really not the style I liked. Well, I should have knew it. So, it's fine.

Crazy little things

2008-11-27T02:07:00.005+08:00

Dear all,

The big day is really drawing nearer and nearer. Things are moving in pace I think, or rather they just appear when I need it! I was in Hongkong for the past 2 days. Near Prince Edward Station there is this building call 金都商场 that sells all wedding related stuffs, bling bling shoes, hair accessories, jewellery, bridal shops, wedding planning and production firms, anything under the wedding sun on all 4 levels!! I found out, Hongkong brides they actually use fake flowers for AD bouquet. But they are still very pretty. So many choices of Ang Pows!! But I already bought from Chinatown Singapore :(. But!! Look what I have gotten from there?!

WRIST CORSAGES!! Ok I am a little overwhelmed. Ok I bought wrist corsages for my sisters and matching one for the brothers to pin on their shirt! The only difference is the ribbon comes in silver for the brothers!

The ironic thing I realised is, it has been all these sweet accessories for the wedding that makes me really excited! Not so much on the wedding. I also did not really hope it will be over soon. It's like not much feelings to it yet. Not stress, not panic (like wedding band still not send for manufacture), not excited. Maybe I am considered quite lucky. My mum is more fussy than his parents, so it is so much easier to "communicate" for what I preferred and want!! Wahaha!! Although, many times it ended up ugly. Call me a spoilt child!

And I know things will naturally fall in place when the day arrives!

I never never expect that I will buy so many pairs of heels!!!!
I wonder why I never get to see the next two pairs earlier, in that case I would not have splurge on the first pair!! But I love them all!!! I am planning to wear these 3 pairs on my wedding! I think I am too much but simply cannot resist! The consolation would be I have more pairs of evening heels!!

I will wear a different one to a different gf's wedding in future. Hahaha...
Suddenly I am crazy over my heels.

So, my first pair would be this. I guess most of you have seen it on pictures. It's from Takashimaya. Only after then I was told it is carried by the shoe company my mum is promoting for!! @#$%^

The second pair. Discreetly bought this from Far East Plaza cause I already feel bad about spending on a second pair. I thought I would just show it on the day... But well...

And follow by the last one... Bought this at 金都商场. It's only for about SGD $52. BUY!

Alright, that's more or less on the latest for the coming big day.

Good night world!

Love,
~nellez. =)

Ready to see layout.

2008-11-22T20:16:00.003+08:00

A few seconds ago, I just ended a phone call to inform us that our photos layout and editing is ready to view. =)

Getting the look and wedding band.

2008-11-22T05:40:00.006+08:00

I want to get these looks for the evening! Hopefully I do not turn out looking like a "Ah Hua". I thought it's really sensuous, sexy and dainty. I hope I can carry it off! I have even requested to custom make a pair of dangling earrings with red crystal at the end. Exclusively mine by Colorz!

The earring and our wedding bands are on the way!!

Inserts Ready.

2008-11-16T02:47:00.005+08:00

Nothing really in particular. The preparation was put to a stop for a while. All that I know was the inserts are ready for collection. We will be collecting it on Monday. On Tuesday, I will be going shopping with my mum for GDL. We are left with ordering of giveaway cakes and booking of buffets.

I wanted very much to start planning for the theme of the banquet. However, I am not sure how much access am I given to enhance the theme, thus will have to wait till I meet up with my coordinator.

At the same time, I am considering a live band for our wedding. Currently, I am asking around for the best deal within our budget - $1k. ha..

Wedding band is not ready as well. keke... omg.. sounds like I really need to move my ass abit faster.

Did I miss out anything else? Hmmm...

The Matrimonial House (Finale)

2008-11-04T00:34:00.013+08:00

Our house has finally come to an official completion. We manage to add a little colors to the White and Grey theme. It's such a coincident that the accessories we bought were in the same color for each area. Uncluttered and simple. I hope to keep it this way throughout the years of staying. =)

We are still short of necessities like a 5 cups rice cooker, electrical pot for steam boat, panasonic microwave and a Philip blender. Ask me for the model if you have the intention to buy for us. :p

I am also looking around for a tea set (not the tea ceremony ones) for my home, so that I can make some floral tea for my girlfriends, have some scones and muffins, enjoying a lovely afternoon together. hehe....

Anyway, all this can come slowly. Let me show you around to our very first owned house...

Welcome....

The Humble Entrance.
Yellow and black to enhance the industrial looking Foyer...

When dinner shall begin, please enjoy...

Take a break at the hall....
Living hall needed some live... perhaps some fake plants, a beautiful vase and some pretty flowers...

How about a game together?

If you needed some time alone...

Find the bombshelter and entrance to the kitchen.

The lady owner territory..
It's red for the Kitchen. Everything just came in concidentally in Red. =)

Like the bread toaster as well, it was a gift...
A small counter for a quick breakfast...

And... Welcome to our bedroom..

The Dressing Room...

And where we cuddle....

Need a shower? Not here, but the common toilet.. :p

May you rest well in the guest room... :)

Tea Ceremony Tea Set

2008-11-02T15:45:00.005+08:00

I read somewhere in the internet that this girl uses the tea set passed down by her mum. It was so beautiful, I thought. I was told I might still be able to buy it from Chinatown. Then again, the thing is, it would be very special if it is something that was passing down from the past generation, isn't it?

At home, I pestered my mum for hers but she could not remember where it was anymore and yet she did not remember throwing it. Then she assumed it was with her brother, my uncle, and auntie-in-law, trying to think that she lent it to them for their wedding.

Last week, mum paid a visit to my grandmother, her mother-in-law. As they were talking about what to buy for GDL, my grandmother brought up that the my mum's tea set was still well kept at home!

I felt a little excited to hear that.

I received the tea set all wrapped with newspapers. The first I grabbed was the long standing tea pot. Ah! It's exactly the same like I saw. Then the cups, and then the tray. Now I saw the real thing. The tea set is in pearly white and pink, gold trimmings and handles that make the whole thing shines.

Thank you grandmother for still keeping it. It's becoming my treasure. =)

Print Inserts and so on.

2008-11-01T22:48:00.003+08:00

At last, we ordered to print the inserts for our wedding invitation cards. Nothing really fanciful. Just normal printing with a little swanky icon chosen by Mr Groom-to-be. $90 for 300 inserts. (www.focal-ad.com)

Even though, it might just be another invitation card, I simply love the maroon (neither orange red nor chilli red) with the tradition hot stamped "Xi" in gold and the oriental button. The lady was suggesting to tie a string around to hold the inserts. However, I choose to paste it on with double sided tape myself, in case it will spoil the feel of the card.

Vintage is modern traditional.

Currently, am browsing the website for wedding giveaway cakes, buffets caterings and ideas to enhance the Enchanting Garden theme provided by the hotel which I did not quite fancy but it's like a better choice as compared with the oriental theme.

Let my imagination runs wild.

All I wish for are blessings.

2008-10-31T10:00:00.002+08:00

Aunty Kester bought me to the temple where she always helped out, to ask for a good time to leave home.

To show my grandmother and mum the respect, I went to the temple with my aunty last night immediately after I returned from flight. It was located in a HDB flat and on every Thursday, they are open for all publics to ask "Tua Ya Pei" for blessings for themselves or others. Queue numbers are required. The session begins at 9pm and the tiny flat gets more crowded when the night gets later. These people came from all backgrounds, ages and problems.

Shi fu's wife ever mentioned to my aunt that let modern young people to choose a date they like as nowadays these young couples have their own mindset, most importantly they are happy on their wedding day. Even for her own son, they did not choose a date too.

Finally, it came my turn. Aunty Kester lead the way and did the asking for me. I was asked to kneel down. He spoke in Hokkien. I couldn't really catch what he said but somehow it went like this.

1. When we asked for a good timing for the bride to leave home.
- He said any time is fine. He knows. He watches. Just do not allow a Tiger to open the car door.

2. My grandmother wanted us to ask for a good time for Guo Da Li.
- Guo Da Li can be any time. He knows. He watches.

3. Lastly, we told him from the website's information, the wedding day crashes with my Father-in-law.
- He got angry and scolded my aunty.
- He said he knows. He watched. All this internet thingy is unreal.

Unlike the fortune tellers, he gives blessing and protection in whatever we do. That's how I thought it should be. Also, that's the kind of support I wanted. And! That is how I am more comfortable than all old wives myths.

Thank you Mr Tua Ya Pei. Thank you for watching for us. I love you!!. =)

Cheong Sum.Wedding Photos.Invitation Cards.

2008-10-26T00:14:00.001+08:00

The past 4 days were restless. Sometimes, I am not so sure myself what I was busying with. Mum was, every night, warning about my dark cirlces. :(

A little update of the progress for the wedding preparation.

Through recommendation, I finally decided to let Wilson from Max Couture to MTM my Tea Cheong Sum. His professionalism simply won my confidence in him.

A rough description of my CS.
1. Fuschia French lace
2. Turquoise Thai/ Duchess Silk.
3. Short and above knee length.
4. Halter bare back to waist length.

I would love it to be full lace, but he designed it with patch work. Also because, to make a full lace CS with the French lace is out of my budget.

On 24th October, we selected our photos. I kind of regretted in choosing most photos that comes in a series, like telling story. It becomes there do not seem to have much variety.
However, I decided to leave it.

We exchange 4 more photos from not wanting the mini album, coffee table and 4R photos for the relatives. On top of that, we topped another 11 photos that come up to total of 45pcs @ $715 additional. Hehe....

With the hotel coordinator, I have made a few clarification. The invitation card and envelopes were collected. Now, we need to source for better deal to print inserts. Nothing fanciful. Just normal template and printing. :)

2 news

2008-10-15T11:10:00.002+08:00

I have got 2 news, 1 good and 1 bad.

The bad news is, a girlfriend who I have always kept her in my heart, even though we have been seeing each other lesser, is unable to attend my wedding due to overseas assignment.

And the good news is, the same girlfriend with full of lobangs found me the person to help with the soundbites with no charge.

Thank you.

To my girlfriend: We must meet up for a pre-wedding dinner.

2008-10-11T23:07:00.006+08:00

I am too tired now to share about the photoshoot.

I will make a little post of it if possible. Ha...

Hello Peeps..

image is overdued

2008-10-08T22:41:00.002+08:00

My barang includes 2 pairs of shoes, 1 set of uniform, some powder and lip gloss for touch up for outdoor shoot and a Avene face mist. =)

His barang barang will have 4 shirts, 1 suit, and his uniform.

I also bought along some earrings and necklaces by Colorz.

Burrp...

Urrp... Photoshoot is tomorrow. :p

Robinson Sales | Aussino Sales | Curtains and Blinds.

2008-10-05T21:04:00.006+08:00

I touched down on Saturday morning. Bf had an overnight mahjong. Both tired, we hit Expo for the Robinson's sales. Our main objective is to buy bedsheet at discounted price!

Bedsheets are categorised in to Thread Counts. The higher the Thread Count, the better it is. In terms of comfort, softness and lasting. The different type of material like cotton, satin, silk, etc that justify the suitness for different climate or temperature. European and egyptian bedsheets are known better quality.

The range of prices is dramatic. General brands at thread count between 400-500 in King size bedsheet only will cost at least $150 onwards. Quilt covers are most expensive, including pillow cases and bolster case, it can easily cost you $300 ++!!

Better brand can come up to $1k!!! Branded ones are $3k!!!!! Diaoz...

Actually, Robinson departmental stores were having sales for their cardmembers, and it was quite attractive. Knowing Robinson always conduct sales for members only, we decided to send in our applications for it too. =) We thought we will have to wait till we received the approval of the card, then we could make use of the it to enjoy the next sales, but from papers, we found out Robinson's have extended sales and it's more attractive and it's also held at Expo! Therefore, we only paid about $150 for a 420 TC bedsheet!! =) =)

Other than that, we had a good spree. Too many items to state them one by one. From bedlinens to household stuffs. We had so many bags with us, excluding two pillows and an iron board. My pretty auntie tagged along to share her experiences on every thing we bought, making sure we bought the right and useful ones among the so many selections. I gained little knowledges on even smallest things. Even clothes hanger can!

Oh.. harvey norman sales was next door. We wanted just a cheap iron but I never realise iron nowadays have so many function! It can even auto off within 3 seconds it was left untouched. It can even wash on it's own by pressing a button. Wow....!!

Ok.. I am really not very well versed in any household item la... That's why I am pretty amazed by what I have learned.

On Sunday, it was another bedsheet spree. My aunt had a 40% member's birthday month discount at Aussino. And so coincidentally, Aussino is also having sales for selected items. I bought another set of king size bedsheet set (including pillow case) at 400TC, king size quilt cover 340TC, single size quilt cover 340TC, super single size bedsheet set(including pillow case and bolster case), one quilt, and a small pillow at a total of only $250!!

I am so happy with all good buys and I am also an Aussino member!

It's a bit lengthy, but I thought it might be useful to some friends who are preparing for their future too.. Ha... Just one word of advice. Become a member of useful stores TODAY!!! Wahaha...

This post is not ending yet...

On Sunday as well....

curtains and blinds were installed....

Tadah.....

The highly efficient people from Jimmy Textiles. Thank you.

At least, I am glad with whatever is done so far...... =)

Monday, 29th September. Thunderstorm!

2008-09-29T21:32:00.001+08:00

For the house

1. The man was here to replace a chipped tile in the living room. It was so much work just to redo ONE tile!!! He took almost an hour to just remove it!! Imagine if there were 5 hollow tiles!!

2. The people from the Jimmy Textiles were up to take measurement and match the selected curtains and roller blind. The on-site correspondent named Mr Kong was very experienced. He helped very much in the process of choosing the one by explaining and describing the effects and results due to different colors and texture. 2 thumbs up!

For the wedding
Final fitting was fabulous!

1. What coincident to meet Sabrina there, accompanying her sister and future brother-in-law. They are going to Macau for wedding photoshoot! Wow!

2. Roses made of the same material were added to the EG. They were awesome!

3. I requested to try EG with can-can, that gives a little A at the bottom. Instantly, EG looks grander.

4. Pink sash removed from WG. Crystals supposed to be beaded as replacement. Incompleted. Alteration was not well fitted.

5. Outdoor gown was well altered instead. Ha! I chose another blue EG for the outdoor.

6. Bf will be wearing TUX for the photoshoot!! Modern on of cos! Not magician TUX k...

7. Sorted out matching shirt for his MTM suit and my different EG and WG to be worn on photoshoot day!

8. Lastly and finally, together, we tried on some wedding bands at Love & Co. and Sookee Jewellery.

Backdated

2008-09-25T20:26:00.000+08:00

Dated: 22nd September 2008.
Venue: Swissotel Merchant Court

The food tasting was generally ok. The seafood was fresh and hope they could maintain what was served on the actual day.

The favor was unfavorable and limited to choices.

Both parents met officially for the first time. It was cohesive, they had more than just our wedding to talk about. The discussion turned out vague to us but the parents seemed to already know among themselves.

We were both too tired to get involved. Simply leave it to the folks.

Let's embrace for next challenging phase..

For the First Time..

2008-09-21T19:26:00.000+08:00

Oh.. The food tasting is tomorrow... Both our parents are going to meet officially for the first time!! EEeeWwww...!!!!

I wonder what is there to expect? EeeeWwwww....!!

Nearing the finishing line.

2008-09-21T18:42:00.003+08:00

When we thought the house is officially completed, damn it, our ID still sees problem with the door to the kitchen which was already changed once, and the TV console was too small for the amplifier. ;(

They miscalculated the sockets that took up the spaces within. Carpenter is coming up tomorrow to resolve these problems. Poor mr groom-to-be has to be at the house immediately after he returns.

Lastly, I must comment the wallpaper man engaged by our ID was not skillful at all. He gave us headache big time. All he told us was, he scared liao, wanted to cry liao... Well, but in the first place if he could do a good job, we will definitely not call for him again. I am not exaggerating, the wallpaper could be seen torn on the feature. Giving him the benefit of doubt that he could be very shagged already, but that was not professional enough!. mr groom-to-be gave it to our ID, telling him that it's not an excuse and there are leftover wallpapers, he could just redo it with them.

That's all the reason why, the house is dragged to complete.

Time is so running out...

See The Big Picture.

2008-09-13T15:49:00.002+08:00

From planning the large layout to shrinking down to small details, I choose to look at it as a big picture. Yup, I am talking about our home.

I did the first round of cleaning with the help of my mum and dad. Dad vacuumed, mum mopped, I wiped. Dad spotted a few things that could cause problem in future. Have I ever mentioned before that my dad was a carpenter? His job now is still pretty related to renovation. And these problems he identified seemed major to me. And there come small details at unnoticeable corners and edges.

However , it looks totally alright to me if I am going to see it as a whole, ignoring unsightly corners, pretend I do not know about them, just letting them be there. I hate to go through amendments and changes. I shall leave the picking and feedback to my bf. Just let my duty be taking care of the wedding, I am a happier girl that way. Hehe...

There are still good things and work done in the house. Perhaps I shall share more of the positive in my next entry.

My purchased at Evov, refrigerator and washing machine will come in on Thursday.... It's going to be a styling day.

Such complete day.

2008-09-12T00:06:00.007+08:00

Phew.... It's been a long day...

At 11:30am, I was at our future home running through minor details of the house with our ID. Mr Bf came later with pails, mops, brooms and cloth like a cleaner. They are meant for us to clean the house on Saturday, or rather me. The hanging lights were up. Hanging lights were one of the cheapest and best deal of the whole house so far. I am glad they turn out beautiful.

From there, we drove to Hoe Kee at Jalan Besar to purchase both toilets accessories. We have almost settle everything except a mirror for the common toilet. Do you all know, toilet accessories have trends and design too? The latest toilet paper holder is erected instead of the horizontal one we are familiar with. I think I would have removed the toilet roll out of it if I would have seen it somewhere. I thought I have seen it in one of the hotels and did that. Ha.

Anyway, this toilet accessories shopping was smooth. After that, on the way, we went Xessex to pick up our wallpaper at Park Mall. Ordered them through Tiff's hubby. Hope he does not find me a difficult customer. Haha...

By 4pm, we were at Tg Pagar. Yes at our bridal shop for a trial make up, evening gown fitting, and photoshoot gown selections.

I have no complain about my MTM evening gown. It turns out like what we have discussed and the shade of red, Yvonne, the lady boss chose is pretty. It just need a bit of alteration here and there to make it perfect. In addition, we decided to have no can can and no beadings. A little flower made from the same cloth will be added onto it. Bf likes it.. I like it.

"there meant to be pleats in the front. details are not obvious here."

I brought along the heels I have bought. It wins many compliments. It's such a relief as I am still worried the blink is going to be too much. I bought it because the many salesgirls still think it looks the nicest on my feet after trying a few pairs, so I went along with the majority. Say that I am one with no opinion but it's totally fine with me. :p I fell in love with another covered toe heels, too. White with a flower at the front. Sweet. However, it's a little pricey to consider.

He had also tried on a jacket and collected his pants which he thought was pretty well done and can wear it for work too. Yvonne had already something in mind to dress up my bf on the big day to match my gowns even.

I must say it's really pleasant so far.

The following plan is to collect our FAT BOY from Molecule. In addition, we bought a double side clock.

"This is named Fat Boy, really. Look how big is it even on Mr Bf."

It is such a fulfilling day. So many things were done with. "Stretch and Yawnz.."
Shall sleep soon, in order to walk more walks. =)

Good night, world.

The Sisters Gang

2008-09-10T03:15:00.012+08:00

The sisters gang is confirmed!!
I shall make a simple introduction of them. And, I shall let the pictures do the speaking.
First of all.... The VB Gals.

There were too many photos of us.... they were since so many years back.... and there were even more than the digitals.... All kept in albums.

And next.... my lovely cousins who I considered them my sisters... because.... they make me felt like I have one...

If you are not so sure who is the other cousin... She is that little lady in pink. ;)

And it comes to the end of the introduction of all my beloved dearies.... The ones, I feel so natural with....

Lastly, Sisters' dresses at a glance...

My Territory

2008-09-10T00:31:00.007+08:00

My ID mms me a picture of my kitchen from a different angle today.

Yeah... It's my Territory!!
Designed by ID. Colors By Me. Solid Surface Top sponsored by Daddy.

The White and Grey Theme.

2008-09-08T22:50:00.003+08:00

Our home.... It's almost there....

The theme begins from the entrance to the house.

Silver grill and white wooden door.

LookingForward.Fitting.Delivery

2008-09-08T18:11:00.001+08:00

The gown fitting was postponed to 11th Sept, Thurs. Don't have the strength to explain here.

Mr GroomToBe had his first fitting at Men's Tradition. Daniel is as usual busy yet his service is still very personal. He's really worth recommending.

It's a pleasant surprise at the house. So many things were completed. We are left with minor touch up, lightings, wall covering and delivery of the furniture. I planned a spring cleaning this coming Thurs before I head for my fitting, to get ready for the delivery of the mattress and dining table on the 13th. Evov's delivery comingin on 18th. We made the full payment today.

Time to exercise my personal finance.

Sisters' Dresses

2008-08-30T22:51:00.001+08:00

Saturday, 30th August was supposed to be a Fabric Hunt Day.

All my dearies only arrived one after another, hence, Qing, Feng and me sat down at a Jap cafe for lunch and dessert first. It's still the 3 of us after lunch, so we decided to take a walk at BHG to try on some different cuttings dresses.

We flipped and scanned through the different racks of clothes. We found this rack of dresses that comes in same fabric and colors but different cuttings. What was more that there is a promotion of getting the 2nd piece at less 40%. The two girls began their tries. Gradually, the girls arrived one by one, and tried.

Due to out of stock for sizes and new pieces, we made a trip down to another branch at Takashimaya. Over there, there were more stocks and the sales staffs were much friendlier and helpful. By the end of the day, not only we got dresses for all, we even fulfilled our shopping desire.

It was such a lucky day. Each dress only costs $55 after the less 40% while tailor without material already costs $60. The girls have no opinions about it and all of them managed to find something that suited their body shape.

Perhaps, if it had not because of some girls were late, we may not have spotted the steal. I hope you all do like what you have gotten even though it might not be the nicest and of the best material.

Thank you girls, it had been a fun day shopping together.

It just did not work out.

2008-08-30T09:03:00.000+08:00

There's never one time I felt light-hearted after I visited the new house that is still in progress. Is this a normal symptom?

There seemed too many things to penalize. I have no more opinions about it anymore.
Let it be just a dreadful experience. An experience that sucks big time.

Too many things to yell at...

That I do not know how to even write and tell.

I want to give my ID a good comment.

He did not make my job easy to.

All of us were just not meticulous enough.

Too many things to yell at...

要搬家咯！

2008-08-29T05:33:00.001+08:00

铁定了搬家吉日。就在来临的九月十三日的中午三时至五时。也是安床吉时，也是他的生日！
期待！期待！

Almost there.

2008-08-26T21:54:00.004+08:00

The carpentry has completed. I am quite pleased to see the shoe cabinet's doors are changed and the kitchen cabinet was amended to move the oven slightly higher, instead of sitting on the floor previously.

My father is going to fix the solid surface top tomorrow, follow by the plumber to come in, the electrical man to put up our hanging lights and lastly would be the air-condition. Our pole system wardrobe by OPSH should begin work within this week.

When all of these are completed, the wall covering for the few features will follow.

Our ID aimed to handover the house next week. However, tentatively we set it on 11th September.

Finally!

Pretty Wrist Corsages.

2008-08-26T01:17:00.003+08:00

I googled for "how to make a wrist corsage" and see what I have found?!

Still googling for more surprises, instead of the conventional ones. I wish I could personally make one for every sisters. So pretty....

His Suit.

2008-08-23T23:09:00.003+08:00

Date: as above
Weather: Rain

Today, we went to Men's Tailor at Peninsula Shopping Centre. Daniel, is the tailor. I think he is around his late 40s. He speaks fluent english and a very spontaneous man. He looks swanky wearing a black shirt and a pair of Armani jeans. His shop was busy today. Customers came in one after another, but he neither sounds nor look arrogant or impatient.

He picked out a few colors of cloth for bf. They were made of full cashmere or cashmere with silk. He said he sees bf in those. One in charcoal, another one in brown. Yucks, you might be thinking "Brown?!" Hold on a minute, the brown is so dark that you cannot even tell and it shines and looks so classy. However, for a safer move, DK picked the charcoal as at the same time, a customer was trying his suit in the same material and color. Slim cut and modern. He jokingly told us,"Don't ask me to do baggy... I don't know how to do." That's quite funny when it came from him.

He took DK measurement. It should be ready in 2 weeks time. Speedy...

Today, the progress is...

2008-08-20T00:53:00.003+08:00

A little bit more... A little disappointment... A little satisfaction...

2TiredToday

2008-08-18T20:34:00.001+08:00

Will see the house tomorrow.

Nothing much is done yet.

2008-08-15T16:36:00.005+08:00

Even though, ID told us carpentry will start on 12th, the carpenter did not turn up after the surprise on Monday. ID thought he disappeared too, then he found out he went for Fire Safety course.

Thinking work should commence on Wednesday, very excitedly, we went up to take a look and only the doors for the rooms were fixed. Very puzzled.

On Thurs, before I leave for work in the evening, I met ID at my house. He had an appointment with the carpenter and I am waiting for Hoe Kee's delivery. The carpenter turned up late, and Hoe Kee's men came shortly after and earlier than scheduled.

Together, the carpenter, ID and me went through some minor details together. After the discussion, the carpenter left the house together with us. My ID was also wandering when he is going to start work. He told us he has the Fire test, need to go home and revise. I predict, there are going to be delay again.

Anyway, just some random photos with my mobile phone.

On the left: I fell in love with the laminate that I have the urge to tell carpenter I want to change!
On the right: My Teka(s) are here.

The fabricated carpentries, waiting to be fixed on.

Kitchen!!

MBR toilet bowl and tap. They were demonstrating the position of the tap. Yes, the trend now is by the side. But ID says, out tap is square, it will look nicer in the center. Ok. I let him have the call.

On Monday, I hope to see some progress. Can't wait. I'll be back!

Mama & Misses

2008-08-13T02:06:00.002+08:00

Another Cheongsam specialist to consider. It's called Mama & Misses run by mum and daughter.

It was Mazzario we went to the last time. Mazzario's designer herself, is a young and fashionable lady. Her designs are bold and modern, almost every pieces tried on created a "wow" factor. However, the materials used are not so good.

At Mama & Misses, designs are less bold. Their target clients are wider. Materials are definitely nicer than Mazzario's. We met the Mama today. She gave a few remarks on how a bride's mum should carry herself on the daughter's wedding day and then picked a few cheongsams which she thought will suit my mum. Indeed, they are mostly elegant. I realised, my mum still has a beautiful body shape.

Nothing very WOW for me. From the understanding, Misses is still student who is studying fashion design. She will only be around on Friday and Saturday. Mama told me her daughter can help better in choosing material that match the taste of young people like me. =) At least, I already have an idea of what kind of cheongsam I want to make. It's going to be halter, low back and higher than knee length.

Mama & Misses is pretty worth considering too.

CapentryStartsToday!

2008-08-11T23:59:00.004+08:00

Carpentry came in TODAY! One day earlier than planned! I am surprised! I am seeing the complete kitchen soon. Stay tuned!

2008-08-08T13:59:00.006+08:00

A super cute batch girl replied to my sms that wishes her to enjoy in Amsterdam.

Super cute batch girl: Thanks hor mdm lee.. Must apply leave for yr wedding lo.. You got invite me or not :) when e actual date?

Me: So touch... No I didn't... How can i... It's 10th Jan 09. Thanks mdm chia :)

Super cute batch girl: I will be there to prepare 'cocktail' for e bride.. Haha :).

Me: ... ok. Put horse over... Ha...

Apply Leave Lo!! Batch girls!! :p

Heels.

2008-08-06T23:56:00.000+08:00

It's time for a pair of Heels! I am quite lazy to hunt the town for it. So glad that I came across her through friend and singaporebrides. http://www.loeandbehold.com.sg

Evening Gown

2008-08-01T23:16:00.003+08:00

Decisions been made for the Evening gown to made-to-measure. Initially, I was quite worried that my fickle mind is going to play tricks with me. Fortunately, YC has one evening gown that is quite similar to one that I quite like in the magazine.

Yvonne describe it as classic, elegant and smart, unnecessary details will spoil the dress. Not much hassle, we chose the colors and made a little amendment to it. Yvonne drew very nicely on sketch, hope it will look as nice in real.

Fitting and trial make up on 8th September! Thank god it is so far so good. =)

my first mentioning of regrets.

2008-07-29T02:42:00.005+08:00

One thing that I regretted not doing.
That's not doing the tiles for the kitchen walls.
Now, I dream my kitchen will be tiled the same as the kitchen floor. :(

Fulfilled Long Day.

2008-07-24T17:46:00.001+08:00

Yesterday was long. I only had about 5 hours of sleep the night before. It began from 1pm. We reached Royal Franco at Jalan Besar and order the toilet accessories. Looking at the time and it was already half past 1400hr, we decided to leave the 2nd half of ordering to today. Then, we drove to Upper Boon Keng Rd to meet our ID for some handover that took only about 15min. After that, we bought some light bites and had them in the car during the journey.

Next is to go for an appointment with my bridal shop at 1530hr at Tanjong Pagar. I had confirmed my evening gown which I changed my mind again to made-to-measure one. Seeing that we still have a bit of time, we went back to Royal Franco to complete our order. Now, we are only short of common toilet basin and tap and some smaller items.

Despite heavy traffic at that peak hour, we went to Evov's new showroom at Balestier Point. It is a bigger store, therefore they are able to congregate all furniture and it was so much more pleasant to look at for the clients like us. I am so glad the designer himself was there. He always filled us with lots of knowledge in appreciating furniture. At least, he helped a lot and gave us lots of assurance on making decisions. He is what I call a real designer! Another thing we like about Evov is that they have beautifully fabricated and own designed pieces as compared to many out there.

The happier thing was, I found a similar coffee table at almost half the original price! Deposit were also made for a set of sofa, 2 dining chairs and 2 stools.

It's quite a damage.

Finally, we got to sit down in the night for dinner and pig-out session with some friends.

We are going to Paris together tonight!

Accumulated Updates.

2008-07-19T18:03:00.001+08:00

Hello, it has been awhile since the last post. Up till Thursday, the electrical works has completed, the ceilings are up, lightings were fixed, first coat colors were painted. Also, the house was cleaned for the very first time.

On Thursday, another set of workers were working on the laminate for the rooms and platform. The joins were perfect, no complaints as I cannot find any gaps. However, the trimming around the platform were awful. From far, it looks like scotch tape taping around it. The so called U-shaped trimming is pure white in color and it is quite thick. I have brought it up to ID and he said will help to look for a nearer matching color.

There are a few items that needed to be amend. e.g. some boxed up were slanted and pretty obvious. I showed it personally to my ID. He could only smile and agree.

Ok! It's picture time!!

The beam is so low that the bombshelter door will hit on it when we opened it. So, if we are not careful, we may cause cracks at the beam. Damag done by his workers. Spot it if you can.

Again, spot it if you can. The wall joining was uneven. It looks very obvious after the repaint the wall.

This is what I meant the boxed up is slanted.

Notice the trimming. Isn't it like a masking tape???

He picked the both yellows that never come across my mind. Well, it's called compromising.

Above were some quick snaps of the very Rojak house.

Peek-A-Boo!!

2008-06-30T23:16:00.007+08:00

For those who are very CURIOUS only...

Pink sash will go! Alteration to be done. It's chosen by the crowd so I guess it should not go wrong. Beaded at the top is ok. Love the embroidery around the dress at the bottom though. You can't see it here. This pic is all messed up cause it's "illegally" captured!

Left with evening gown. I want hassle free, hopefully I could find something off the rack!

p/s: Ya, Miss OH... It's you I am indicating. Bleh!

The Hiccups So Far..

2008-06-30T15:17:00.002+08:00

Our renovation began with two idiots who have no idea what to do with the house. We bought every magazine that publishes monthly hoping to see something we like. It did not work out as things we liked are of mixed theme that's why I had a post on ROJAK theme.

Our poor ID has proposed a few layout and design which had been rejected by us. The only one accepted was the kitchen and yet I still change some details at the end of the day.

Our schedule has always been pushing back, of many reasons.

We do not have a full proof of how our house will look like. We design our own house as it progresses. Many times, we wonder does the problem really lie on us especially when we have very different opinions.

Firstly, it begin on selecting the tiles which took weeks. And then it was deciding the laminate colors when he likes it maple and I like it dark walnut.

Then it came the miscommunication on the kitchen floor tiles which wasted another week to request for permit, hack and re-laying them.

Finally, the electrical and ceiling work began! ID noticed the L-Box was wrongly done and we were informed about it. And so when it was finally changed and redone, they found another problem, the length of the recess area within the L-Box was too short for the spotlight we have purchased. The worker were very reluctant to tear everything down and redo it again as it is going to be alot of work. Fortunately, ID managed to source from another lighting shop that fits.

Next, would be the very low ceiling in our house. Now, we worried what happened if the platform is up. Bf decided to reduce it to 3-inch and we wonder if a 3-inch platform will look abnormal..

Painting should start this Tues, but fickle minded us requested to hold till we meet him again on wed and final the colors. The white on white theme will seem to go.

The tv feature and console has been taking a long time to confirm the design as well. Due to some wiring problem. My ID and Bf is still in the midst of discussing how to make it seamless.

It's going to be unexpected. It's going to be a surprise. At least I have decided on the bombshelter feature.

Higher Flooring, Lower Ceiling

2008-06-28T01:58:00.005+08:00

We had a long day. The pod speaker man came up to roughly take a look at the placements and handover a super long cable. Mr Bf is in charge of it as I am not technically inclined with the sound system.

Shortly after he left, our ID arrived. The very first thing he mentioned was he agreed that the headboard was too high and told his worker to amend it. Within the next minute, the headboard height was reduced.

As compared to other units, the flooring of our house is about 1-2 higher that makes Mr Bf quite unhappy. According to ID, this is because to level up with the screeding in the room which were done by HDB contractors. He told us the screeding was done higher than usual and it is pretty common among the works that were done by HDB contractors. I wonder if any forummers faced the same problem as us?

Bf felt we could have made a mistake in order to save cost, however he felt that our ID could also have warned us about it if he had already noticed it. And as compared to our neighbor, the aircon trunking below the beam in the center of our living was much lower too. That in turn causes the whole beam looks so much lower after box up and it is only 3-4inch above Bf's head. It felt like Bf is going to knock on his head everytime he walks under it. Despite the fact that he is tall, personally, I felt it is really low.

Other than that, we have also chosen the color of the paintings and discussed about the tv console, tv feature and bomb shelter feature today. ID wanted to cover as much as possible so that he could handover on time. He did mention there might be slight delay, which we didn't really mind.

We have purchased most lighting and just short of a standing lamp the living. Surprisingly, lightings stage was pretty fuss free and cheap. So far, including all ceiling lightings we have paid for from Chelsea, the dining and MBR lights, we spent a total of about $1600, which is so much within budget.

Let me end my post today with a picture of the foyer that was long done but never revealed before.

Look what we have gotten!

2008-06-25T05:24:00.006+08:00

The latest purchase...

The lighting for our MBR. =)

Bad damage for BF. We cannot afford an excellent set of home theatre system, hence, we go for the aesthetic of it. =)

Electrical.Floors.The First Furniture

2008-06-20T22:46:00.006+08:00

It's a record. I did not call my ID for more than three days and have not gone up to the house to take a look for almost the whole week. All because of the very tight schedule and hectic plans for the past few months that made me fall sick finally. Down with fever and very bad headache., twisted my wrist also. Dr said I needed rest. =(

I restored a little energy and went up to the house today.

The electrical work in the kitchen. =)

The L-Box for cove light is up! =)

That grey panel is the headboard for the bed. Lights will be shining above. I wonder if the headboard is a bit high. But then again we are expecting a platform. =|

The air-con trunking just below the beam, which makes our house ceiling even lower. Bf has been complaining that our house ceiling is very low. =(

Oh noticed.... The windows at the living room is up too. =)

The kitchen floor tiles. So glad that we redo it. It really worths it. It is exactly what we expected and we are happy now, at least. =)

The pebble wash at the shower area in common bathroom. =)

We went to IFC last week. We made the very first purchase for our furniture. This dining table from Lucano. One that both of us have no opinions about and love it at first sight. We ordered the smaller piece 150 x 85 in piano white. =)

Fridge.Cheongsam

2008-06-11T00:30:00.004+08:00

A little bit for each today...

For the house.
In the end, we have chosen a Panasonic fridge. Model: NR-b403v-S6.

For the wedding.
We were exploring for cheongsam today. Thank god that we met Qing in Centrepoint! She had just sent her cheongsam to alter. She recommended us to the shop where she purchased her cheongsam. Mazzario. http://mazzario.blogspot.com

Everyone went crazy. There are lots of variety, cheongsam for all occasion, to suit all style, some that are demure, some that are sexy and some that are glamorous, yet not losing the original oriental look. It is really worth visiting Mazzario. I love what I have tried. I do not mind to make additional pieces to keep for occasions. They are lovely.

The First Appointment @ YC

2008-06-08T00:52:00.004+08:00

Today was the actual first appointment with my bridal shop. I had my 2 sistas, Ying and Yen, my mum, my aunty and mr bf to come along with me. I was attended by the lady boss herself. We met one another once, and had basic understanding of one another too.

For today's appointment, she told me that she had prepared a few gowns for me to try on. I would say she does have a good understanding of what kind of gowns I will look nice in, however, none of the gowns are perfect. I am not saying that their gowns are not nice. What happened was, there is something that I like about every different gown, but I could not find a single gown that has everything i like. Even though, I have still shortlisted 2 out of so many I have tried. One that looks vintage and the other one that looks simple and classy.

I noticed a similarity as compared to doing my house. I cannot decide whether to choose something with style and unique, or to go with something that is timeless and classy.

I thought I will have my wedding gown made to measure (MTM) because my package includes either piece MTM. Yvonne wanted to create something that can reveal my body shape at the waist line and that looks sexy on me for my evening gown (EG).

Yet, I requested to try on one can-can looking EG in beautiful, unique orange and black beading on the rack. It caught my eye. Never did we expect, it turned out really stunning. Mr bf likes it too. Including the rest except Yen who took awhile to like it. Unfortunately, Yvonne has enough material to make only one exclusive piece. She was telling us that the material is from Italy and it is too expensive for her to make too many pieces with it for her packages available would not be able to cover the cost. Then, she took out another itlaian purchased material in yellow with black french lace for me to try. It is simply gorgeous!! Just so princess!!

I dreamt a fairytale like wedding. I have no idea what theme. I was thinking, if i am going to choose that vintage one, the theme will be it and vice versa.

All I could say now is, I really like both EG that I have tried on. Ying loves both too. I think the rest as well. Sooo.. which one? which one?

I can't wait for my next appointment to come soon.

Small Hiccups | Rojak Theme

2008-06-02T09:55:00.005+08:00

The very first thing after I reached my home and dropped my bag was changed and walked to our house to see the progress of the tiles work. Bf called me over the weekend regarding the kitchen floor tiles. It was not laid staggered which we wanted and according to Steven , we did not mention it to him. On my part, I remembered Bf didn't like 2x1 tiles even when Steven was recommending to lay it staggered till he saw an example in the magazine. That's what made us finally picked the 2x1 tiles. I choose to let it be a miscommunication. I want to hear solution. Very outrightly, we asked about the cost to hacked and redo. Most likely, we will split the cost. But now, I was thinking if we should go through the trouble and spend that additional few hundreds bucks. Decisions again. It sucks la.

Anyway, some picture to share.

1) The kitchen I am talking about. Look! It's almost 3/4 done! The fridge and cabinet base is up also lor....
2) Common toilet. One place that we did not really bother about and totally leave it up to Steven. We have NOT even seen a 3D drawing of it. It's quite a pleasant surprise, when we least expected it.

3) MBR toilet. The rustic tiles are up! Hmmm.... Bf thinks it's nice. I shall just say it's different.

4) Living. View from the inside to the living room.

Suddenly, I realised the theme of our home.. it's ROJAK Theme!!

Kitchen

2008-05-31T00:52:00.003+08:00

I am considering not to build cabinets at the top at where my hood is. I am looking for some thing that gives a cleaner and less complicated look. Below are some ideas I took from a few websites. Maybe someone can help a bit.

Tiling in Progress

2008-05-28T15:32:00.003+08:00

After so much so much had happened, so much so much time wasted, so much so much changes, the tiling finally began on Monday. We met up with Steven at our house, supposedly to meet the air-con man but he forgot about our appointment .

When we reached the doorstep, it's like wow!! The flooring is almost one third completed. There are 4 people working at the same time, one lay floor tiles, one screeding the wall, one laying MBR toilet tile, the other one... I am not too sure what he is doing. Ha...

Anyway, some pictures taken in the noon with my camera phone.

Living Room
MBR

MBR Toilet

Serta

2008-05-25T23:29:00.002+08:00

oh... Instead we bought the mattress from Serta.
It's called Sierra Hill.

Happy. =)

At IMM

2008-05-23T03:21:00.004+08:00

We went to IMM today. Basically, we went to see the mattresses as there are most brands under the same roof. We shortlisted one bed each in Sealy, Simmons and Serta. He like medium firm and I like it firm. However, I can accept any except plushy soft one.

Simmons and Sealy are having promotion, of which, I find Simmons sales is rather attractive for the GSS.

I have liked Simmons ever since the first time I tried in it Marina Sq. Today, I gave myself a chance to make a comparison. To my pleasure, he prefers Simmons too.

I'm glad, we have most likely settled our mind on mattress. No much of fuss. Now, we hope we could arrange delivery by 31st July to get additional $100 discount.

After that, we went around to see some furniture. A few dining tables that caught our eyes. We saw a fabricated XZQT bedframe which put us into consideration.

Kitchen and Entertainment Area

2008-05-18T22:25:00.002+08:00

The delayed 3D drawings.
Kitchen

and... the Entertainment Area

:yamseng:

3D Drawings

2008-05-13T23:15:00.005+08:00

The 3D drawings have arrived...

-Guest Room Wardrobe.
The glass panel will be gone. The whole wardrobe will be in pearl white laminate. Keeping it as simple as possible.

-Household Shelter
This red feature will be gone. It's a silly idea of mine. Thought we could have a sudden strong feature
somewhere. Didn't expect Steven will include it. Ha. Anyway, we will featured the whole wall with wallpaper.
-Kitchen
He missed out another drawing in the email again. Below is one side of the kitchen. It's like a mini island, as a work top and breakfast area.
-MBR toilet
The rustic tiles is not exactly black. I would say this 3D drawing kind of fail me as the tiles colors and effects are not true. Nope, we are not going to change the tiles though.
-Foyer
The foyer would be raw. Also, the panel of wall where the door is, all except the ceiling. I see that the door is ugly. I must try to convince Mr Bf to use just a normal glass door. Other than that, I am quite satisfied with the shoe cabinet.

-The TV Console.
It is swiveled. Nothing to wow about, it's just another console. Behind, you see the carpeted platform for game fever. We should have one drawing of it which I think he missed it out in the email.
All 2cts worth comments are welcome. Now, we are still thinking what color floor tiles to use. white, black or grey? Black is definitely nice and modern. Our concern is that our original unit is not able to receive much lighting in the day, we are afraid it will dim the flat by alot. However, as you all can see from the drawing, we try to keep our furniture and wall in white colors except for sofa.

It's 12th today.

2008-05-12T22:11:00.004+08:00

Today, we finally sat down with Steven and went through a thorough discussion.

We have seen the more satisfying 3D drawing and made the necessary amendment. Also, we selected the laminates for the shoe cabinet, kitchen cabinet, one wardrobe and one vanity cupboard. We finalised the ceiling lightings and electrical points too. Last but not least the rooms doors. So we are left with the carpet and laminate floors.

According to Steven, the wall to make the MBR bigger and 2 panels of wall at study were hacked.

Mr bf and I am still considering over the floor tiles- now over black and grey. Yes, please bear with us. Anyway, tiling work should start next week after the Vesak Day PH. Yes!

Tomorrow, I will be looking at some wallpapers. =)

Fridge | Washer & Dryer

2008-05-11T23:01:00.004+08:00

We are back last night.

Today, we went to LifeStorey and Molecule at Great World City. Nothing really caught our eyes.

After running some errands in town, we drove back to the east to Parkway Parade to source for refrigerator and washing machine. I was looking for stainless steel doors. Fisher and Paykel and Panasonic was my top listed. However, it seemed like both sales person in Best Denki and Harvey Norman was selling us Samsung. The sad thing is that do not have a nice one in stainless steel but only matte silver. Still, to be practical, we have shortlisted 3 Samsung refrigerators for their technology and cost efficiency.

And as for washing machine, we were recommended the Bosch washer and dryer. Haven't collected enough knowledge of washer and dryer yet. We are not so sure whether it is a good buy. $1199 for a washer seemed costly but mr bf was still thinking that it's reasonable. Well....
I think we have not seen enough.

So far that's it.

2008-05-04T14:26:00.004+08:00

Hacking by our ID should start next week.

Next appointment around 12th, after we come back from holiday. We should be seeing 2nd 3D drawing, planning of electrical points and tile work should also begin shortly after.

Goodbye world.

1st drawing= NG

2008-05-03T02:21:00.003+08:00

Appointment began at 9:00pm and ended 11:00pm.

The 3D drawing did not turn out to our likings. I do not like too many lines, or groove on one feature. One color is good enough to thrill me. It is quite a distance away from what we had in our mind.

Nevertheless, hacking will start within this few days. Another 3D drawing to preview in another 10-12 days. Tiling should begin shortly after.

We sat at one kopitiam, went into tension discussions. We should get it right real soon. We must!

Black or White?

2008-05-01T05:23:00.000+08:00

Just for self reference.

It's our dream home.

2008-04-30T18:33:00.005+08:00

The new Home & Decor magazine is out! We have never missed an issue when we started to think of our renovation. And why do I especially talk about this issue is because there is a home featured in it which is almost near to our dream home- titled Creative Home!

The black floor tiles which mr bf likes and the white brick wall which I heart.

We ever told our ID about our likings, but have no courage and no idea how to move on with it. At this stage, we lagi have no courage to tell our ID and make the tremendous change.

Actually, there is a similarity there. We will also be doing the raw cement look for our foyer, except that it is not extending into the kitchen. That quirky bookshelf as a divider, I have ever asked for a more symmetrical one from our ID, but it's going to cost us $1680, thus, we kept it under optional.

So, it's only the floor tiles that we need to change isn't it? If we are going to change it, it would be the 6th time we visit Hafary liaoz... keke... and it will be the 5th time we change our mind for the living/ dining floor tiles liao.

Now now, what should we do? Both me and mr bf in dilemma again. Should we copy and paste? Should we stick to the current? Ahh... why the 3D drawing took so long to come out? ok ok... I think we shall wait for the 3D drawing and decide.

What is next?

2008-04-26T12:13:00.002+08:00

Tugged myself in the forum, reading up on lightings, washing machine and fridge. I think my hair is going to drop a little more than usual, more fine lines are going to reveal and my forehead is not going to stop breaking out.

Now, we need to discuss if a dryer is necessary.

Purchases at Teka

2008-04-25T22:51:00.007+08:00

Teka is having a Store Wide 20% Sales, with selected items up to 60% off. I asked about the coming GSS. The sales exec said this is even more attractive than GSS. Don't know true or not. Anyway, I still made my purchase today. A bit Kiasu. And, I made the decision without Mr Bf.

1) Tempered glass hob. May consider a 2 burner one. The length is 86cm. Find it a bit long.

2) Hood at 90cm. May change to 70cm if I am changing the hob.

3) This is like a compact size oven. Smaller than the normal conventional oven. Can bake spring chicken. I think it's just nice for the 2 of us. Didn't think I will need an oven, but Mr Bf wants it.
It's a great buy. Usual Price was $1200 and it is now having a 41% discount! Sales person told us we bought the last set. Like it's stainless steel finishing. Not digital though. But it's ok lah, as long as it looks clean and neat can liaoz....

No! No! It's not a tile!

2008-04-22T01:55:00.004+08:00

Weee... My dad just came home with a little surprise.

The Korean Solid Surface Top Sample!! Yup yup... my dad is working with this company that does solid surface top. =)
Did I forget to mention that my parents are late night owls? Inherited.

Jalan Besar | Hafary

2008-04-21T21:17:00.004+08:00

Hello!!

Today, at Jalan Besar, we dropped by Royal Franco and Poh Joo to understand better about the kitchen sink and tap, wc and basin, hob, hood and oven. It's quite an eye-opening for two big children like us... hehe.... After consulting our ID, we would required to get the hob, hood and oven first for the carpenters to take the dimension. Most likely, we would choose between cuizino and rinnai. Mr Bf doesn't like tempered glass hood, so only stainless steel. *shrugged*

Oh yes, and lighting is part of the top priority too.

It's the 4th time I stepped into Hafary. We must have broken the record. Steven and Max made time to meet us there. The golden hair disciple was with them too. The tile selection is FINAL! We told ourselves- No more changes!!!

1) Living/ Dining Floor tiles- we changed to $2.90 psf

2) Kitchen Floor - Love this tile. It's recommended by the sales girl and we almost use this for our living flooring to create the urban rustic look. After much discussion, our ID still think a whiter tile will suit our house better.

3) This is for common toilets. The top row are for walls. The bottom is tile and pebbles for the floor. Wall tiles looks warm beige in actual. Mind my phone camera. =p Softer and more subtle as compared to my MBR's. More comfortable to the eyes.
4) Lastly, MBR wall and floor tiles. We have changed to another rustic looking tile to replace the previous one. Max was quite fascinated by it. I hope it will turn out well.
That's about it. It's final!!! And we shall sit and wait for the 3D drawing and lighting plan in early May. =)

The Proposed Layout.

2008-04-17T20:01:00.003+08:00

Realised that I did not receive a proposed layout, hence I asked for one from Steven.

(Read more...)

2 Hours @ Hafary

2008-04-16T20:23:00.007+08:00

We spent for almost 2 hours!! And it was the master bedroom toilet's tiles that took us the longest. The 3 men like a funky and modern toilet when I like it warm and elegant. I am dead beat. He is complaining headache already. Max was telling Steven it is so difficult to catch the style of our liking. I total agreed with him because we are fickle, especially me. I like anything that is nice despite of concept. hehe....

By looking at the sample, I am also wondering what took us this long. Now, the tiles look almost similar to me. Duhz. No mosaic, no prints, just 2 different type of tiles each, for both common and MBR toilets.

1) The common toilet wall and floor tiles. The fastest decision made for because we are tired already. We agreed on every ideas provided by Steven.

2) These are the ones that gave us headache. MBR toilet tiles. Colors chosen by me. Design idea given by Max. The more I look at the contrast the more I like it. I told Mr Bf to be prepared for a simple but yet dramatic toilet. It's not a safe play. Hopefully, it will turn out nice.

3) Kitchen floor tiles. Not too difficult. Mr Bf like it and Steven strongly recommended it. Thus, I agreed to it.

4) Lastly, Living/ Dining homogeneous tiles. Mr Bf did not mind topping another $0.60psf for this. It's whiter and nicer. Quickly, I agreed to it. =p

Expecting to see the 3D drawings in early May only. That's about 2 weeks! Embrace.

Renovation List.

2008-04-14T12:22:00.003+08:00

Let's just roughly go through the list of renovation items.

Living/ Dining
Full height feature wall for bomb shelter c/w tic-tac door.
Sliding door to incorporate to house-hold shelter feature wall in laminate finish.
Full height TV feature wall with both side laminated c/w swivel TV mechanism.
Low height TV console c/w drawers.
Shoe Cabinet at foyer entrance.

Study/ Main Balcony
Hack existing wall to study room entrance.
Install partition wall to study room entrance.
Raised up 4"platform at study room.

MBR and Bedroom 2
Hack of existing wall to make a bigger MBR.
Raised up 4" platform in MBR.

Kitchen
Mainly supplying tools and labour.
Design and Casement door to kitchen entrance.

MBR and common Bathroom
Low ht vanity counter.
Tempered glass panel to shower area.

Eh, I still do not have the original quote with me. And I am lazy type out every items in the quote. I wish I could do a copy and paste. Hehe... :p

Total sum is $39k including all false ceiling and L-box, electrical, homogeneous floor and wall tiles for kitchen and toilets. However, it excludes the solid surface top, MBR wardrobe and a custom made bookshelf, which are under optional. =)

ID? Checked!!!

2008-04-08T22:38:00.003+08:00

Today, we confirmed our ID with Steven from Ideal House at $39k. Next Wednesday, will mark the beginning of the whole process of renovation- Tiles shopping! Yeah!

Evening Gown | Video man

2008-03-29T16:04:00.004+08:00

The first time, it was 2 wedding gowns. Yesterday, it was 2 evening gowns.
Sneakily, I asked her to take a picture for me in the tiny and messy dressing room.

This is feature in their bridal show last week. On me, the color is wrong. The cutting is nice. I need bigger push at my b**bs. A slimmer waistline and a flatter tummy will look more flattering. I would most likely made to measure my evening gown. Yvonne says, she will design something that looks sexy for me. She seriously thinks that I suit sexiness. (with my flat chest?) Fine, at least, I want something different from the princess looking day gown for the evening. My next appointment will only fall in June, that's when they have newer gowns again.

I have finalised. Alex from EmotionPix would be the video man on my actual day. Yeah! =)

He calls this his daughter's drawing

2008-03-26T18:40:00.004+08:00

Bear with me, please bear with me. The no scale and no skill, but it's still with inspiration.

Errrr........

Reno is yet to start.

2008-03-26T04:49:00.003+08:00

Many were asking how is our renovation getting on. All I could say is nothing has started yet. We have not even signed any contract yet.

We are most likely going to confirm Ideal House as our ID.
All we need to look for is one off day together to meet up with Steven who just return from reservist.

I tugged myself in renotalk recently, and realised many went through thorough check of the house when they first gotten the key. Mr fiance and I did not do that and now I am getting a bit worried.

Hopefully, we could get everything started real soon.

Yvonne Creative Bridal Show.

2008-03-23T18:55:00.010+08:00

Despite of the tiredness, Charlene accompanied me to watch Yvonne Creative's Bridal Show at Vivocity yesterday. They are quite lovely. Only manage to take pictures of the last segment of the show, with my pathetic Samsung mobile phone.

I tried this gown on my first appointment. I looked nice in it. It's also featured in Bliss Wedding or is it Style Wedding magazine for this quarter. =)

This is another gown that we like. But the details cannot really be seen from this pic. It's nice too. =)

By the way, she is Lisa Wong. Miss Singapore Universe (200?) She looks pretty and confident in real. The gown she is wearing is same as above if you cannot tell from the poorly taken pictures. Ha.

It was crowded. So many people are getting married. The booths are packed. I really hope to make appointment and "chopped" the gown before anyone would have chosen it before me but mr fiance is not free. Felt very much like going down and choose one on my own but the sweetness of choosing a gown together will be lost. =( So, what should I do?

Leave it to fate.

Ideas! Steal!

2008-03-18T21:41:00.013+08:00

Steven from Ideal house emailed us a revised quotation today. It's rounded up to 49k. Only 2k difference from the first one. However, it looks like we need to do alot of amendment to it cause we are still changing design for our house haha...

We are hoping to get HDB's contractor to help us with more items by topping up with cash. It should save us alot. And thanks to Drey, my new neighbour for sharing the info. Therefore, most likely, we will get HDB's contractor to help us to lay all the tiles, laminate floorings and hopefully to change but not supply a new W.C.

We spent about an hour in IKEA. I took pictures of ideas I liked.

1) Book Shelf. Not this size but similar. Actually I like it white. But he prefers this brown black. Anyway, I convinced myself with this cos IKEA's white tends to turn yellow. =)
2) Wow, the shower area is definitely a cost saving idea. Checked! This for common bathroom! =)

3) I LOVE white kitchen, the cabinets and solid surface top! LOVE LOVE LOVE! He nagged at me non-stop, reminding me how difficult it's going to maintain. -_-

4) I am going to have a work top like this. Slightly lower at waist line. We can also have quick meals or breakfast here. =)
4) The black cabinet on top is easy to reach and sleek. I like!!

At paragon a few days back, saw this panels at XQZT(?) I thought it's something different compared to the string curtains nowadays. It's $198 for 20 pieces. Hmmmm... it seemed a bit pricey... well, can consider still.

Hack here, Hack there...

2008-03-17T00:05:00.017+08:00

Nope, we have not decided on the reno firm yet. However, we have requested HDB to hack the floor tiles without replacing and it's FOC. We also paid $330 to have the toilets and kitchen wall tiles to be hacked. =) My dad commented, $330 CAN LOR... wakakaka.... Alright, let's take a look at Sengkang Compassvale St EA again...

Above is the view of the living from the entrance and the entrance to the kitchen just after you step into the house. =) My dad, inspecting with his past carpentry experiences.

From our living, you see the view of passage ways to all rooms. This unit comes with an open concept study room. Thanks Bangladesh for that picture effect.

It's another entrance to the kitchen, also meaning, the kitchen has 2 exits. As far as I know, most of my neighbours conceal them with doors. We are planning to do the same. Haha... Picture below is bedroom 3. Consider full height window i guess.

It's bedroom 2 with full height window. I didn't have a picture of master bedroom. It does not come with a full ht window though. :s Cannot understand. Anyway, we are going to have our bed in bedroom 2.

The condition of our common and master bedroom toilets now.

Photographer? Checked.

2008-03-11T20:08:00.004+08:00

About an hour ago, we have confirmed Eulee from Photography By Eulee as our actual day photographer. :)

The Video Professionals.

2008-03-11T00:37:00.008+08:00

I thought I was very kiasu but Vocare told me that they already have booking for Sept 09!! That was FAST!!! The bride and groom must have really liked them.

It's been raining the whole day, it did not make my travel easy. Joyce from Vocare was sweet to just came out and look for me with an umbrella, knowing that I am walking from a distance to their studio. This is called going the extra mile. Too bad, Vocare video presentation was not so much of my style despite of the very nice people. I shall keep the date open for them to receive other suitable clients.

Linn Kong's video portfolio by her partners Steven/ Jackson was pretty good and her package with edited whole day event and express highlight for the day are exactly what I am looking for, furthermore they charge the lowest among the 3 I have seen today.

However, the one that I really had a good laugh and felt strangely touched are the works by Alex from Emotion Pix. It is perhaps another 300 bucks more than Linn's but because by referral, he is giving me pretty reasonable package.

Shall I keep my budget tight and sign with Linn, or follow my heart to confirm with Alex? Yah, I will need some time again....

Which is nicer?

2008-03-09T07:00:00.010+08:00

Hello!! It's 7am on a Sunday Morning. I am glad to see new layouts in my mail. No quotation though. However, these 2 layouts are what exactly we are contemplating on.

Ok, the original floorplan looks like this:-
Why don't you all tell me which one is nicer? A or B?

Plan Layout A: The original study room as a living room. The balcony is extended, making use of that area as entertaining cum cosy cum study corner.

Plan Layout B: Study room as entertaining cum cosy corner cum study room. Balcony extended to build a small platform and as living room.

So which is nicer? Dilemma.

So far... that's it.

2008-03-06T20:17:00.004+08:00

till date, we received a few quotation:-

Summit Design: $43k
Plus-Interior: $55k
Ah Tau Design: $49k
Ideal House: $28k (which we believe there might be some errors)

Expecting more next week.

Will be signing with Eulee photography. He beats Tommy Leong by just a thin line. Still, I enjoyed meeting up with Tommy.
I am in search of a wedding day videographer, budget at $1k (lower the better) and must be reliable!

Keys to Love Nest

2008-02-03T02:04:00.001+08:00

A lot of you may not know this. We have collected the keys for our new home last month!! Yes, we received a total of 7 pair of keys in 3 sets. That makes up to a bunch of 21 pair of keys!! HDB has even provided us with a huge key pouch for the keys. A little information of our unit. It's a 7 - 8 years flat, but we are the first owner. Oh, location is SENGKANG! Wahaha....

We have started looking around for contractors and interior designers. We were very open to suggestions and ideas as initially, there was no thought of how we should do up our first home. I have also registered ourself to a forum which is all about Renovation. It's called RenoTalk. It came in so E-handy. From there, we picked a few recommended reno firms, gain some knowledge in materials, tiles, what-to-dos, how-to-dos... Some even taught us where we could save on and which part is a must do.

In the mean time, we are still going through our add-to-favorite Home & Deco and Style Living magazines, hoping to stir our creations and agree on the concepts. As CNY is nearing, most reno firms were busy with deadlines, thus ours will kick off shortly after that. However, Adeline from Summit Design manage to come back to us with 2 layouts yesterday. One is before discussion. The other is after discussion. Let's take a quick peep.

Never mind if you do not know what is it all about. Anyway, it's just a draft. Nothing is finalized yet. We are waiting for the quotations now. Hopefully, it's reasonable. Or rather we are reasonable. Keke....

Immerse with us

2008-02-01T15:57:00.001+08:00

hello, this blog is created to update you with our progress in the upcoming love nest and preparation of wedding, till we have finally moved in, till our nuptial party will end.
Read on!! :)