tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40151066024716051662024-02-18T19:19:08.175-08:00Nanay Chicn'anay: (noun) tagalog for mother // chic: (noun) a distinctive mode of dress or manner associated with a fashionable lifestyle, ideology, or pursuitNanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-85999947295631424532011-09-26T08:54:00.001-07:002011-09-26T08:55:14.636-07:00WOWZAH... I'M FEATURED!Check out this cool feature of me on the AWESOME site, Mom Inc. Daily.http://www.momincdaily.com/featured-designing-moms-2/tina-tan-of-nanay-chic/Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-59638488873189717492011-07-13T22:42:00.001-07:002011-07-13T22:42:04.193-07:00BOOM, SHELLAC LAC, BOOM!If there's one thing I love to have done to make me feel like a chic nanay-- it's getting a mani, well, and a pedi too. I went to visit my girl, Tracy, at Art Nails a couple weeks back and she introduced me to this new nail polish called Shellac nail polish. Basically, it's a hybrid of a nail polish and a gel. Here's why I like it:*My nails are completely dry before leaving the salon. I don't Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-82934117707834429652011-07-10T14:02:00.001-07:002011-07-10T14:02:47.319-07:00SMALL SPACE, VARIOUS FUNCTIONSHere's a peak of an area in my home that has various functions: dinning area, office space, and sewing lab. Truth be told, I'd love to have a separate space for each function but that just ain't happening anytime soon. With that said, I really love the way this small area has worked for us. The leaning book shelves, with a nook for my laptop, are such great decorative and functional pieces. The Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-8543045443216949192011-07-08T23:03:00.001-07:002011-07-08T23:03:49.016-07:00SOMETHING NEWI thought I'd make a pullover sweatshirt for Amelia to use for the summer nights. It was a fun project but when it was time for Amelia to try it on, I discovered the sleeves of the pullover were too tight! My solution: shorten them. It's still as cute and functional even though the sleeves aren't as long as I originally planned them to be. Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-60712421287369874852011-06-25T23:42:00.001-07:002011-06-25T23:42:23.508-07:00BEAR'S BATH = FARMER'S MARKET One of my favorite moments spending time with my family is on Saturday mornings sitting together for breakfast before starting the day-- BEST feeling. I don't get to do this on the daily so I REALLY look forward to those days when I get to. Today, after we had our Saturday morning breakfast, we headed downtown to take Bear to his monthly bath and checked out the nearby Farmer's Market while we Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-34835507941172116052011-04-29T10:18:00.000-07:002011-04-29T10:36:55.982-07:00GET INSPIRED BY MOM INC DAILY!It’s been a while, a LONG while, since I’ve posted anything on my blog. A major reason as to why I just stopped blogging was because I felt like I wasn’t posting enough entries to keep people interested or coming back, assuming anyone actually read my blog. Ha! So, I decided to start utilizing Tumblr to post random thoughts, conversations, music, photos, etc… because these posts were quick. Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-52273646438271658252010-12-14T21:25:00.000-08:002010-12-14T22:01:18.082-08:00COBBLER TO THE RESCUEBefore After What do you do with a pair of gorgeous shoes that don't fit just right? You take it to your local cobbler, otherwise known as, a shoe repair person. I bought these sublime pumps online. They were raved about in reviews. Problem, when I initially got them I discovered they ran a half-size too big so I had to exchange them for a smaller size. Thankfully, a half-size smaller was Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-84382396261907585862010-12-02T20:57:00.001-08:002010-12-02T22:10:09.783-08:00POWER PLAY DATESNot even walking yet. Wondering "are you capturing this moment in a photo?!" Good times, WOW... enjoying some yummy "mashup" treats. "Let me know if you have any questions. I'm happy to help you!"... were words from a colleague (now a dear friend) when I started my current job. Molly sincerely meant what she said to me during my first couple of weeks at work. I would have never thought that to Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-43274038720617437212010-11-24T22:21:00.000-08:002010-11-24T23:00:54.478-08:00THANKFUL TIMEI constantly want more, who doesn't? Let's be honest, WHO DOESN'T???!! Yet some unexpected turn of events usually happens during this time of the year that always reminds me I should be thankful for all that I have regardless of my damn wants and... I am. This is my second Thanksgiving being a mom. We're having TG brunch with my side of the family at our home for the first time. I'm excited to Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-89559602744262002752010-11-05T21:21:00.000-07:002010-11-05T22:06:13.491-07:00NI'NONG CHICGTW with AMC Great minds think alike. Ni'nong Marc and Mimi with the same Halloween costume! This post is dedicated to my dear old (old meaning the length of our friendship and not his actual age-- I dare not mean that!) friend, Marcomedes. Oh how I LOVE that name and him! Marc is one of my best friends. We were college roommates. We were actually high school journalism classmates who worked Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-69614307523245851302010-10-24T21:24:00.000-07:002010-10-24T22:27:29.924-07:00CUSHY PURPLE PILLOW CASESewing the zipper on...all done.The other weekend we were at the fabric store and Jason came across some textiles that were exactly the same (well, varying in colors) as what Amelia's favorite crib bumper is made from. When she was a baby she would cuddle that bumper and gently pet it with her tiny hands. We assumed she did that because its just an extremely soft and comfy textile. To this day,Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-76149532342861177212010-10-17T21:46:00.000-07:002010-10-24T22:04:51.635-07:00FASHION DISTRICTFashion District crosswalk Just a few reels of fabrics Wanting to bring this dress form back with me I'm a full-time working mom. There are pros and cons to that. Con- I don't get to be with my daughter as much as I'd love to be. Pro- I get to go on some fun trips to various places including several trips to La La Land's fashion district. This past trip my colleagues and I had the chance to Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-85649899056092554092010-10-17T21:27:00.000-07:002010-10-17T21:45:23.786-07:00LIKE MAMA, LIKE MIMI.I was elated when I was at Target (or said with your best bougie accent, "Tarjay") to find the last pair of toddler boots that look exactly like my UGG boots. I wanted to buy Mimi (what Amelia calls herself) a pair of authentic UGG boots but just couldn't bring myself to spend that much money on a pair of boots that would last her a season. Thankfully, my favorite one-stop shop sold boots just Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-59445141626474600752010-09-26T20:44:00.000-07:002010-09-26T21:02:01.349-07:00FUN DRESSPrepping the pieces Sewing it up All done I made another piece of clothing for Amelia this past weekend. I absolutely love the way it turned out. The choice of fabric really went well with the tunic style. These days I'm a fan of botanical prints. It's also super comfy for Amelia to run around in. Right now it fits her like a cute lil' "fun dress" but as she grows it can be worn as a top paired Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-85818481859312430522010-09-19T22:43:00.000-07:002010-09-19T23:04:56.610-07:00MY CHIC NANAYme and mom // circa late 1970's mom // circa early 1970's I visited my mom and dad this past weekend and snagged some old photos from them. I've always thought my mom wore the coolest clothes back in the 70's and early 80's. I recall when I was in high school my mom would make comments about the fashion trends of that time. She would say, “I used to have clothes like that when I was younger.Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-55820233079464275112010-09-19T22:11:00.000-07:002010-09-26T22:09:49.693-07:00BLOGGING or lack thereofsummer 2010 It's been a while since I've posted anything... about two and a half months. I'd like to say I'd been uber busy with this project and that project but the truth of the matter is that I just haven't posted anything because I've been neglecting my blog. After a long day at work, when I get home all I want to do is spend time with my family before Amelia heads to sleep. Then, my only Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-6477917341443934122010-06-28T10:31:00.000-07:002010-06-28T10:57:56.421-07:00MISSION ACCOMPLISHEDGetting started...Bottom Pleated Gauze Pants... First fitting... I FINALLY finished a project! It took me a good long month but at least I did it. In my defense I’d like to say that the reason it took me so long to complete this project is mainly due to being SUPER tired (and laaaazy, I ain’t gonna lie) at the end of my work days. By the time Amelia goes down for the night, I’ve got about an Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-53394205857440929182010-06-01T20:32:00.000-07:002010-06-01T21:05:51.866-07:00WHERE'S BLABLA?! Amelia & "bwaahbwaah"Amelia just can't brush her teeth without the help of her blabla doll, Prudence the Owl, or as Amelia calls her, "bwaahbwaah." I actually can't thank Prudence enough. She's made brushing Amelia's teeth so much easier night after night! Right before bed we ask her, "Where's blabla?" and Amelia jumps on her feet, points to her bedroom and replies, "bwaahbwaah?!" That Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-66355360725013878342010-05-17T20:47:00.001-07:002010-05-18T09:52:04.173-07:00MY MOUTH WATERS FOR FINE FOODWaters Fine Food To GoMmm... Waters Fine Foods. This company actually specializes in catering yet, thankfully, has a "To Go" spot just outside of their catering location. A friend of mine at work, Lisa, asked me to go to lunch one day with her to this place. I did, and WOW. They have the most delectable sandwiches, roasted veggies, tossed salads, scrumptious baked goodies and much more. The food Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-39685417247774293152010-05-09T21:36:00.000-07:002010-05-10T11:29:52.156-07:00MOMMY & HOBBY?! Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing MachineThese are some photos of my Singer Featherweight 221 sewing machine. It's a totally old school sewing machine and I L.O.V.E. it. It replaced my cheap ass Costco sewing machine from long ago (no offense to Costco sewing machine purchases). An instructor of mine recommended I purchase this machine and THANK GAWD she did because it's one of THE BEST purchasesNanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-7907832733256228042010-05-07T21:37:00.000-07:002010-05-10T11:29:08.540-07:00A LONG TIME MOMMYKaren and I // 2006Thank gawd for childhood friends who are more experienced at motherhood than I am! Karen, a friend of mine for over 20 years is one chic mom I turn to for advice about everything, and recently I've been turning to her for something she's known about for years-- MOMMYHOOD. She's a mom of a very tall teenage boy, a quiet artsy beauty, and my girlie girl god-daughter. I admire Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-46901958088942736382010-04-17T22:23:00.000-07:002010-04-17T22:49:04.498-07:00BIG BROTHER BEARA and B A fav photo of Bear and meJason reminded me recently that I’d been a “mommy” long before Amelia arrived. It’s true and I feel bad for not acknowledging my first “child,” Bear. It’s funny because he’s not really a child or a bear. He’s our chocolate Labrador retriever, also known as Amelia’s canine older brother. Bear was merely 8 weeks old when we picked him up from Oregon. I Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-60309016898851725442010-04-14T21:04:00.000-07:002010-04-16T10:48:48.283-07:00URTH CAFFE My Spanish Latté at Urth CaffeCoffee is yum. I gave it up when I found out that I was pregnant but I surely did have a cup, or two, or three of coffee once I was given the green light to. These days I truly want to cut back on my intake, albeit I'm struggling. What can I say?! I enjoy the sudden burst of energy from the caffeine and coffee tastes so yummy to me. Ideally, I'd love for coffee toNanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-78084930846263163122010-04-11T22:30:00.001-07:002010-04-16T20:35:50.841-07:00SAN DIEGO ZOOSan Diego Zoo Peacock GreetingWent to the zoo today and got together for the first time with a "mommy" meet-up group! Daddies were there, too! It was a blast! First of all, it was a blast because we were with a bunch of great people. Second of all, Amelia met new friends (her folks made friends as well!)! Lastly, we were at the famous San Diego Zoo! I love this meet-up group mainly because Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4015106602471605166.post-13756882521779882482010-03-30T20:28:00.000-07:002010-03-30T21:22:05.229-07:00A GIFT FOR THE DAY I WAS BORNNote: Photo does not have the best detail for the necklace. Amelia is also tired, hence, the sour face.I was born today about 30 years ago, circa 1970's. No one needs exact details, right?! Just know that I'm a typical childish Aries. So, I bought myself a gift this past weekend while I was in LA. I'd been yearning for this peacock necklace for a while now. Before actually taking the plunge Nanay Chichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08249133723599832103noreply@blogger.com0