The YSL-inspired Arty Oval Rings – Restocked!

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Ruffle me up!

Handmade ruffled flower clip ons S$10/pair. Also available as earstuds.

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a breath of fresh air.

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S e p a r a t i o n Anxiety.

I remember when I was a kid, daddy used to travel a whole lot on business. I don’t think I liked it very much. Somehow being separated by distance feels somewhat, uncomfortable. The only thing I looked forward to were the frequent trips to the airport to welcome daddy home.

And since we’re on the topic of flying and planes….

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Robin’s away for just a day, but it makes me wonder if this is how it’s going to be… Will he travel a lot like daddy did? 

Impossible as it may seem, I’m trying to see the positive side of it, at least I managed to catch up with my work load that piled up last week while I was “babysitting”. *grin

And in this day and age, thanks to technological advances we have things like Skype to keep us sane. That short Skype call I had earlier with Robin totally made my day. xx

I really……….

DESPERATELY, need to get my hair cut.

Pretty sure I want to let my fringe grow out cos I almost always regret getting bangs, but I definitely need to get at least 10cm off the back. If I cut off anymore than that Robin will most likely kill me and possibly not speak to me for days, idk… :/

ANYHOOOOOOS! Have you noticed the new blog header? *chuckle

That’s something I was planning to work on for the longest time, never had enough inspiration to make a new one, but tadaaaaaa! With the right mood and with nice photos that I want to show off, I finally did it! Definitely sticking with this for a long while… Expect more “love stories” ever so often, I really need to do a better job of updating starting now. xx

Culinary Crash Course!

Desperate times call for desperate measures. So, what happens when your boyfriend falls sick and you are naturally obliged to take on nanny duties?

Answer : A culinary crash course.

Chicken noodle soup with french onions, celery & carrot

Whatever it is you are down with, this is sure to perk you right up! I am not usually a big fan of celery but if you cook them long enough they actually are pretty nice.

Chicken porridge with century egg

Well, I was the only one who had the century egg anyway, Robin was too disgusted by the sight of it to even come close to trying it. This actually turned out pretty well for a first try. We had seconds on Sunday!

So, getting sick isn’t all that bad when you get something out of it. I learnt that my “chinese cooking” isn’t all that hopeless, and Robin got a personal nurse for like 3-4 days. How’s that for a deal? I’m just really glad he’s better now, his rapidly fluctuating fever really kept me on my tippy toes……

I figure most people might think, why bother? Just buy porridge from the food court or something, right? But I’ve always believed that home-cooked is always the best. There’s a magical ingredient that doesn’t come in the food you buy…. Love.

Looks like the flu bug is going around too, so load up on those vitamins, drown yourself in water and stay out of this crazy Singapore heat! xx

the little things…

You never know where you’ll find silly little notes. Robin had hidden two slips of paper yesterday while I was taking a bath. One in my moleskine, and the other, who’d have guessed? I found it in the battery compartment of my blackberry; to be found when I had to do a battery pull. Just that I found it while I was in a frenzied search to uncover the surprise… Kinda wished he didn’t tell me he left hidden notes for me, I actually stayed up trying to find them. I sure didn’t tell him I left a couple of them lying around too. *chuckle

But it’s these little things that keep us smiling everyday.

Happy 2nd month baby, I love you! xx

Back to school?

These are just a couple of sneaks, there’s a lot more in store! So whether you’re looking for a new pencil pouch, phone cosy, or bags, there’s a good chance you’ll find what you’re looking for. Otherwise, feel free to drop me an email to customise! xx

This little red fox will hold your cards, ipod & change! Customised sizes for phone models are also available on request.Great for stashing pens, pencils, or even your makeup & daily necessities!Tribal fan? Drawstring bags are great for storing all sorts of stuff. What would you put in here?

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live, laugh, love.

New earstuds in store! Have you seen? xx

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Pretty as a bride…

 The above necklace is available by remake at S$39. 

Been dabbling with the idea of branching out to weddings in 2012… For now tho, this is all I’m gonna leak, so think bridal bouquets, corsages, bridal head pieces, ring bearer pillows…

If you’ve got a wedding planned and would like me to help with the little details, don’t hesitate to drop me an email at jeanine@jeaninegabrielle.com. I will try my best to cater to your needs to make your special day even more beautiful. xx

The Transition Into 2012.

A new year has always been recognised as a new start, an opportunity to break away from the past and pursue the new. I’d say 2011 was yet another trying year. I can’t say I’m proud of how things played out throughout the year, but at least now, I know where I’m headed.

While some things inevitably have to end, always find comfort in the fact that something new awaits you and never look back. Along with a new year also comes new year resolutions and goals, have you made yours?

Have a great new year ahead everyone! xx

Waffles, please!

We’ve been talking about getting a waffle maker for the longest time, so I finally got Robin one for Christmas. This one is from Severin, and comes with 3 interchangeable “plates” that allow you to make sandwiches, grill, and of course, make waffles! We tried it for the first time yesterday! *grin

My personal chef hard at work!

Waffles with maraschino cherries

We added whipped cream and maple syrup too, was really good! Look even little Robin is eyeing them…

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happy holidays with love.

Merry Christmas everyone! Hope everyone’s having a great Christmas so far. Mine’s been nothing short of amazing, thanks to my dearest family and of course, Robin! :)

I will definitely blog more about Christmas but for now, I’ll leave you with a photo of my first attempt at egg nog. (Which actually turned out pretty well.)

Since it’s already the 26th, Happy Boxing Day! xx

Diced Tomatoes & Baguettes

If you read my blog last week, this might look familiar! I’ve received requests for the recipe of this very yummy dish, and here it is! Courtesy of the boyfriend.

1. Dice tomatoes, depending on how chunky you like your bites, if you prefer slices I reckon that would work too.

2. In a bowl, lightly toss diced tomatoes with salt, pepper and olive oil. We don’t use exact measurements so just taste as you go. You can also add in dried basil leaves. They sell these in bottles in the supermarket. (Optional)

3. Slice baguettes about 1.5-2cm thick.

4. In a pan on low heat, melt butter, then add the baguette slices, making sure the surface is covered with the melted butter. Do not let it burn! Do the same for the other side.

5. Spread a garlic & cheese spread on the pan-fried baguettes after they have cooled off abit. Pan-frying the baguettes actually keeps them crisp longer and adds to the flavour! (Think croutons!) We used Philadelphia’s Cream Cheese Light Garlic & Herb spread.

6. Dish up a spoonful of tomatoes and top the baguettes. Garnish with freshly chopped basil leaves. (Optional)

Enjoy! xx

I just came to say hello.

The new customisable pendant charms.  These make really nice name necklaces! :)

These pendants are really versatile, and are interchangeable between keyrings and necklaces. You can also opt to buy them on their own to add on to your existing key rings and chains! :)

These are not yet in store, so check them out on my Facebook page or email me at jeanine@jeaninegabrielle.com for purchasing and customisation enquiries! xx

Reversed Roles

On friday, Robin and I “celebrated” our first month together, and boy did he cook up a feast. For two days he was being all sneaky, I have no idea how many trips he made to the supermarket… But dinner was soooooooooooooo yummy! :D

“Pan-fried” baguette with garlic cream cheese & diced tomatoes.

Baby please make this often, it’s utterly AMAZING. So the whole pan-fried bread was something I started. The bread really stays crunchy a lot longer as compared to toast. More yummy too! Now you know. :)

It’s the festive season so I’ve been pretty much working, working, working, and working. I felt a little bumped that I didn’t have time to do something special for Robin. I mean, usually the first month is a pretty big deal, right? In fact while he was cooking, I was sitting in the kitchen watching him cook while doing my work.

I felt really bad that he was busying himself so much, so I made him these fridge magnets!

Also bought him his favourite Kinder Beuno chocolate and german christmas stollen. I walked round Cold Storage like three times before I found it… Anyway, back to dinner, he also made carbonara! My favourite!

YUMMY! I had double of this :D

Comic book us!

Thank you baby for cooking such a hearty dinner, so much love! I still need more time to get used to this! Ich liebe dich baby. xx

Wear A Moustache On Your Sleeve.

 

The funny moustache cufflinks S$20

Yet another way to wear the funny moustache! Cufflinks make great gifts for the working male, or females if you please. (Christmas is in two weeks!) These cufflinks can be customised with your own design, name or initials.

I haven’t added these to the store yet, but for now, you can view new designs on my facebook page.

For customisations & purchasing enquiries, email me at jeanine@jeaninegabrielle.com

Sponsored Review : NEW Clear Shampoo with Nutrium10

If you or someone close to you has a dandruff problem, you’d understand how embarrassing it can be. Although professional treatments are available, making constant visits to get the problem treated isn’t exactly the ideal solution for everyone.

Wouldn’t you love to be able to treat your dandruff problems in the comfort of your own home, without hindering your daily habits? Well, now you can! Unilever launches a breakthrough technology in scalp care – Nutrium10.

Did you know that men and women have different scalp needs? CLEAR has customised their Nutrium10 formula to cater to the specific needs of men and women.

Pro-Nutrium10 for men helps to remove dead skin cells on the scalp’s surface, restores scalp nourishment, and boosts the scalp’s natural defence against dandruff and itch.

I got Robin to try these, and it’s thumbs up for the cool menthol! Ironically, the anti hair fall shampoo actually caused his scalp to itch the first time he tried it so we can’t say very much about that. :/

Nutrium10 for women offers a vitamins and minerals-infused moisturisation wash to boost stronger hair growth. This enrichment os the scalp gives women the total three scalp effects she desires – no dandruff, no dryness, and no itch.

I personally do not have problems with dandruff (thank goodness), but I love the ice cool menthol! It’s really invigorating when you shampoo in the morning, and absolutely refreshing after a long day! Makes my scalp feel really nice!

The anti hair fall shampoo has a pleasant scent which is actually relatively calming. However, I reckon I’ll need to use this for a longer period of time to see results with reduced hair fall although I don’t really have much of a problem with hair fall either.

The CLEAR range of products is available at leading pharmacies and supermarkets! Or, if you’d like to try it for free before you buy, redeem your samples at The Sample Store.

Review & Win!

From now until 31st December, redeem a CLEAR sample from The Sample Store, then submit your individual review at www.thesamplestore.sg for any of the 7 types of shampoo and the best 3 reviews will walk away with a CLEAR product hamper worth $50!

Winners of the contest will be announced on The Sample Store’s Facebook page : https://www.facebook.com/thesamplestore.sg

Poltrona Frau @ Scotts Square

We were at the grand opening of Poltrona Frau’s flagship store located in Scotts Square two weeks ago! We really felt like kids amongst the much older crowd… :/The master at work. All their sofas are handmade with so much love and attention. I’m in awe.Guess what Robin is so excited about? This bed below that costs $22k.Pretty neat huh? I have developed a major weakness for fur…. I really like these little flower vases, never seen any quite like these!

My favourite shot of Robin from the event. ;)

If you have expensive taste and would like to check out the rest of Poltrona Frau’s furniture, the store is located on the top floor of Scotts Square! xx

SIRI-ously.

Robin has been talking to Siri a lot since he got the iphone 4s yesterday. Thank god it’s only until he hands them over to his parents come year end. That’s not all he asks Siri…. He also asks Siri things like, “Are you gay?”, “Do you want to be my girlfriend?”……. I wonder what else he’s been asking Siri. xx