I always have the knack for surprising my friends on their birthday or simply wrapping gifts in a…read morereally nice way! I do my best to find certain things needed for the surprise and it's been quite hard because you'd have to hit a mall in order to have all the things you need in one place. We are surprising our friend tonight for her birthday and we wanted to get everything we needed near our village. I was so glad that my cousin got to talk to our friend and he suggested a place in Kapitolyo. We actually just said we needed balloons so he gave us directions. When we got there, we saw the store called Lobo, Regalo, ATBP. Its exterior may look like it doesn't offer much but when you go inside, you'll feel like you hit a goldmine! I was so happy to see all the party related things they had there. I felt like i was a kid again. In order to get their attention, you'd have to ring the bell they have on the glass table. I then met Ms. Joy. She was so kind and she attended to everything I needed. She showed me balloon samples I could choose from and when I made my choices, she prepared it for me. I looked around while waiting and saw that you can get just about anything there! What I found most interesting here is that they even sell the old school party favors and supplies. i pointed to what I thought were normal candles but she explained that they were magic candles. When you blow the fire out, it lights back up again! It's so cool! I was even happy to buy the old school party hats in the 90s! The cone shaped ones are just a classic! I just really find it cool that the shop is somewhat old school too. It's very nostalgic. I chatted with her a bit and asked about how long the business was up and apparently it's been there for 40 years! She mentioned how her family's been running the business since she was small. I just really love this place and i'd definitely go back for future surprises and party needs! The next time any of you need a one stop shop for party needs, this is the place!

If you're looking to throw a very Pinterest-y party and would love for your guests to Instagram…read moreeverything they see, Celebration Party Central is the place for you! This little corner on the top floor of Power Plant is heaven for party planners of all ages, from adult boozy afternoons to little kids' pirate adventures! They've got all these little trinkets and party favors to brighten up any occasion, even theme related ones! When I first entered I was already so overwhelmed with the super cute decor they hanging from the ceiling, I wanted everything! They have pails for treats, hanging pompoms, even inflatable balloon letters!! (Told you, all Instagrammable!) They're a little pricey if you know where to get these in Divisoria, but a lot less hassle, so if you're looking to spruce up an event, this is definitely your best bet!

This is my one-stop-shop for my party needs. For many years now, I've always had to order party…read moreitems from the states and have them shipped here. I could never find those little trinkets like colored cups, pails, goodie bags and themed decors for kiddie parties so I was so grateful that Celebrations Party Central opened in Rockwell! I love how their products aren't just for kiddie parties but also for showers, baptisms and even adult birthday parties. Yes, they aren't cheap, but for the convenience of having them just there, I don't mind spending a little extra on their items.

I've been passing by Tie Me Up Buttercup every time I use the restroom near Banana Republic in…read moreGreenbelt 5, but I don't really pay much attention to it because I never really felt the need to buy ribbons or gift wrappers. That's my wife's job. All that changed one January evening when, as I was on my way to meet my wife in a steak restaurant on the far end of the hall, I suddenly remembered that my gift for our wedding anniversary wasn't even wrapped up yet. It's bad enough that earlier in the day I almost forgot to buy something for my wife. I would only feel worse if I didn't present my gift to her in a traditional manner. Good thing, when I got out of the nearby restroom I saw Tie Me Up Buttercup. Colorful gift wrappers were no longer my problem. Also, I realized that the kiosk didn't only offer ribbons and gift wrappers, they also have various greeting cards, party decorations, and stationery for everyone--kids, moms, dads and even grandparents. I decided to add to my purchases a big greeting card with the word WIFE in big letters on it. The paper products that they sell are made of high quality materials and the designs are a feast for the eyes. Just be prepared to shell out big bucks when buying from this store. Yes, it is just a small kiosk, but their items are a bit pricey.

I miss this place! I wish it's still open!…read more This is our go to gift shop back in the days

A visit to Greenhills will never be complete without going to Regina Gift Shop…read more When I was a kid my parents would remind me that it's a gift shop meaning I went in to buy gifts for other people. I believed that lie until I was about ten. I guess that was to prevent me from buying all the awesome goodies this shop has to offer. Sorry, parents. I'm buying gifts for myself. They have everything! And I really mean everything. They have all my childhood candies next to a stand of plastic balloons. You know, those little tubes which you squeeze until this substance comes out which you blow into with the use of a little stick. There's a shelf with plates, spoons and forks and knives, cups and lunchboxes. And in the center, you'll find notebooks, stickers, pens, art materials, cellphone cases and the occasional sex toy. Speaking of toys, they do have toys for babies and children and adults who collect toys. Not into those things? They have bags, clothes and hats too. I remember being dragged here by my mom whenever I needed a costume for school. "You're only going to wear it once anyway. But it at Regina," she'd say. Don't get me wrong, their clothes don't break after one use. They have cool socks and hats. And sometimes if you're lucky, they have sell Christmas stockings. I can't remember everything they sell at this shop. So it would be great if you have a look for yourself. You won't be disappointed and you'll leave with lots of loot.

Whether you are looking for something cute or kitschy, Typo has it all. This Aussie franchise…read morefinally opened their first two stores in the Philippines last September in Trinoma and in Greenbelt. Everything in there is just too cute for words. They have home décor, crafting materials, paper products, travel and tech items and so much more. If you're looking for a great gift idea for that person who seems impossible to get a gift for, this place will make it so much easier for you. They have a lot of bundled items (4 notebooks for P600) and on-sale items too. This place really is a dream come-true for a paper product obsessed girl like me. Whether you need candy-colored paper mache letters or vintage stamps or magnet boards, there's something you can check out at every corner of this store. I scored two unique pens today, both made with resin. One with a pug on top and the other shaped like a skeleton. Surprisingly, the price isn't that out of reach. They have items ranging between P250 to P300 (Folders, manila envelopes, pens and phone casings). I can't wait to go back to do a little more shopping.

Every time I go to Typo, I always manage to find so many cool, cute and quirky little things that I…read morewant to bring home with me. The shop has got so many random knick-knacks that you can literally spend hours just poring over all the pieces on their shelves. What I like most about the space is that they've got a whole wall of craft starter-kits things that can get anyone's creative juices flowing. Personally, if this store were around during my teenage years, I would really have lost it. They've got all sorts of notebooks with interesting prints, cool pouches of all sizes, wooden block letters, quirky frames and posters - and I've only scratched the surface here. You have really got to check out the place for yourself because there really is so much to see and go gaga over.

Call it hoarding or just plain obsessed, but I have this strange habit of collecting gift boxes,…read moreanimal-themed wrapping paper, and cheeky greeting cards months before the occasion arrives. I do this so I won't have to rush putting a thoughtful gift together on the day itself. Mother's Day? No problem, here's the card. Friend's birthday? I have just the right bag. Happy graduation day? Already signed. Tie Me Up Buttercup sees right into the desires of my decorating-happy soul, and boy, am I thankful. This gift shop lured me in with its stylish calligraphy, dainty collection of pop-up greeting cards, vibrant ready-made boxes, embossed wrapping papers, and decorative accessories, all of which will no doubt make a charming personal impression on a loved one. On my first visit I couldn't even leave the shop without purchasing two gift bags that read "a hug in a bag" and "I found this and thought of you." What I love most about Tie Me Up Buttercup is they know it's not just the thought that matters in gift-giving. It's the entire package.