Spooktacular Halloween at Robinsons BF

We usually just go trick or treating in our village for Halloween and skip the events in malls or other establishments. But I happened to find out that there was going to be a free Halloween activity in Pergola Mall last October 29, so I thought I'll just register the kids just in case.

We almost ended up not going though, since Miley was tinatamad and Sabe woke up in a very bad mood from his afternoon nap. But I managed to get them dressed and figured we'll just check it out for fun. There was no pressure since it was a free event anyway and if they really didn't want to participate, then I'll just go grocery shopping hehe.

There were already a lot of people when we arrived. This was the first time Miley and Sabe attended something like this so they were a bit apprehensive at first (I decided not to bring Skyler na lang since I didn't know how long the event would last).

I was honestly after the trick or treating, but a big part of the activity was the costume contest. It said in the flyer that they were picking 3 winners for the scariest costume. So there were a lot of headless people, bloody corpses, and monsters everywhere! Miley and Sabe were freaked out at the start and were begging me to go home! We had to bring them first to the toy store to calm them down haha. :)

For their costumes, I just dressed them in existing outfits we had at home. I didn't want them to wear their real costumes since that was reserved for October 31. Sabe has so many superhero costumes so he just went as Thor. Miley had this dress for quite some time now, I just added wings and a floral headband to make her look like a flower fairy. But you should have seen some of the costumes there, career talaga!

Thor and Flower Fairy

The event started with a Scooby-Doo puppet show, which the kids found really entertaining (but was super corny for me haha!).

There was also a Ghostbusters puppet show (but in Tagalog) after. I wasn't even paying attention anymore and thought the kids weren't even listening. Turns out they really enjoyed it!

watching the puppet show

After that, it was time for the costume contest. They were calling the kids in groups of 10 up the stage. Good thing I registered early so our number was 28 and 29. At least we didn't have to wait so long since we were in the 3rd batch (I believe there were about 100 kids). I was afraid Miley and Sabe would have stage fright so I asked my mom to accompany them.

When it was their turn, I was so proud since they both said their names and who they were dressed as! Sabe was so funny when the host asked where Thor's hammer was. He held up his hand and said it was invisible haha! :)

waiting for their turn

waving to Mommy

I really wanted to wait until the end for the trick or treat, but we had to leave since we had to go to my brother-in-law's birthday dinner. We didn't even find out who won the costume contest! But good thing the kids were able to get their loot bags which consisted of some candy and a small toy. It wasn't much, but the kids were so happy already (babaw ng kaligayahan hehe)!

I was so happy we ended up going since it was a new experience for the kids. And it got them even more excited for our Halloween trick or treat! :)

Fab Finds: Party Supplies

If you're planning a party and don't have time to go to Divisoria to buy supplies, here's some more places you can check out:

NATIONAL BOOKSTORE

I went to the Alabang Town Center branch the other day and was pleasantly surprised to find a whole rack of supplies from Hallmark!

The designs are super cute too, especially the multi-color chevron pattern on the bottom shelf which has got to be my favorite!

Here's the prices:

P105.00 for 10 pcs of 9" paper plates

P52.50 for 10 pcs of 9oz paper cups

P59.50 for 10 pcs of table napkins

P85.00 for a pack of buntings

P84.75 for loot bags

P145.00 for a wine confetti popper

ROBINSONS DEPARTMENT STORE

I found these paper straws and cups at the Robinsons Outlet in Pergola Mall, BF Paranaque. But I'm assuming they have these in other branches of Robinsons too.

lots of cute designs to choose from

P60 per pack

P89 and P99 per pack (depends on the design)

Of course, you can always buy online. But if you want to save on shipping costs and are actually in the mall already, then at least you know where to look. :)

Robinsons Malls' Giant Sale: October 19-21

More shopping this weekend! =)

Wall stickers for kids

I really love wall decals since they're such a fun and easy way to update any room. I have a couple put up in my home (see here and here). Before, they were really expensive and I could just find them online. But now, you can find a lot of designs in different stores for a steal! Here's 3 places you can get cheap and nice wall stickers for kids.

I found these wall stickers at Robinsons Department Store. I grabbed all the kiddie designs since they were on sale at 50% off so each sheet was just P100. 

Here's a closer look at the stickers. I'm planning to use the airplanes and spaceships for Sabe's room which I hope to finish in the next couple of months. The owl stickers are obviously for Miley, to go with her owl themed room.

You can also find wall stickers at Japan Home Centre / Daiso Store. I was surprised that they have a lot of designs and really great quality too! The best part, everything for P66 or P88! I got the sea creatures set (this was P66) since Miley loves fishies and the ocean.

I decided to put them on her bathroom door. Miley isn't potty trained yet and she hates spending time in there (unless she's going "swimming" which means tub time). At least she'll have something to look at when she's in the potty haha!

Anyway, the kids really love it! I intentionally placed them higher up the door so Miley wouldn't be able to peel them off (she loves doing that). Problem is, she now asks us to carry her so she could touch and point to the fish. =)

These stickers are from 168 Mall in Divisoria and they cost just P25 each! Although they're much smaller stickers, they have a 3D effect (they aren't completely flat) which makes them fun for kids. They have so many designs to choose from but as usual, I got the owl and fish ones.

I also placed these in Miley's bathroom to make it a really fun place for her. Don't they look super cute? =)

It still surprises me how cheap these stickers are nowadays. Before, I spent about P500 - P1000 for each sheet! Now you can get the same designs for a fraction of the cost. With wall stickers, you don't have to spend a fortune to add life to your child's room. Since they're so affordable, no need to worry about changing them when your kids rip them or grow tired of the designs. Just buy a new set and stick them back up!