How is everyone? I’ve done some last minute shopping for some stuff I need for the upcoming trip to Vigan, and I’m nearly done packing too. It’s going to be the first time I’ll celebrate my birthday this way, so I’m really excited! I’m crossing my fingers that everything will go well for us during the trip. I’ll be back either on Monday or Tuesday, so hopefully, my TILT post for next week will be all about Vigan!
For the mean time, here’s my TILT list for this week:
♥ Japanese Craft Magazines
Last week, I went out with a good friend for dinner, and while waiting for her, I looked around the bookstore where we usually meet. I found these Japanese Craft magazines called Cotton Friend, along with a sewing magazine for kids. I was expecting them to be a bit expensive, but I was surprised to see them priced Php. 85 (around $1.20)! I could download issues, but I’d rather buy them (they’re inexpensive anyway) so I can look at them anytime without having to open my PC. I’ll be writing about and sharing pictures of these magazines in a separate post. I love the outfits featured in both issues of Cotton Friend, especially the last one pictured below.


♥ Meiji Black Chocolates
I’m not really a fan of dark/black chocolates. I usually find them too bitter. But since there’s said to be an exception to every rule, there’s only one brand that I can tolerate (so far): Meiji Black Chocolates. They’re like black coffee for chocolate lovers. The bitterness is just right, and there’s a hint of sweetness as an aftertaste. Since they’re a lot healthier than milk chocolates, there’s lesser guilt in every bite. I can actually finish one big bar in one sitting…that’s how much I can tolerate it!

via annalyn on Flickr
♥ Twinings Earl Grey Tea
The first time I tried Earl Grey Tea (I forgot the brand), I found the flavor too strong for me. I could barely finish a cup, even after diluting it with water. So, I was a bit hesitant to try it out again, but since it was Twinings that I saw, I gave in. I trusted Twinings when it said light flavor on the box, because the brand hasn’t disappointed me yet. And true enough, its flavor is mild, but not too washed out even if I added a bit more water than needed. I actually enjoyed it, I consumed nearly a pot of Earl Grey Tea!
♥ Q-pot Mobile Phone by Docomo in collaboration with Sharp and Q-pot
This mobile phone is just so adorable! I love the details, they look so real! I’m pretty certain that they would capture the hearts of every dessert lover out there. I’m not sure about the features, but I guess, coming from Japan, they’re pretty standard yet useful. Too bad it seems it’s only available in Japan.

via kirin. on Flickr
♥ Rilakkuma Store
Since I first saw photos of Rilakkuma all over Japan at Shibuya 246 (there’s Rilakkuma merchandise even in convenience stores), I’ve been wishing to someday get to visit Rilakkuma shops. I don’t know what’s with this San-X bear, but he’s just so adorable! Look at all the awesome merchandise, I’d probably get so broke if I do get there! LOL ^.^’

via kirin. on Flickr
Have an awesome week, everyone! I’ll try my best to make an interesting TILT post for next week!
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