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Where to Buy Christmas Decors in Manila

Christmas is just around the corner. Oh let me rephrase that, CHRISTMAS IS HERE. I know it just November but Christmas here in the Philippines comes really early. IN fact, as the clock strikes 12 AM on September 1, Christmas sons can already be heard. Sept 1 is officially the first day of Christmas here in our country! And I know as early as August, some people are already asking Where to Buy Christmas Decors in Manila.

I am not an early decorator, I must confess. I also love Halloween so I usually save October to first week of November for Halloween. Though I don’t really decorate for Halloween, there is always a slim chance that I might! And since Halloween is over and Undas break is over too, kids are all in school again, I think it is just high time to start decorating or planning!

So I have been thinking lately, Where to Buy Christmas Decors in Manila? Is there a one stop shop for Christmas decors here in Metro Manila? I believe there is none, I mean it’s that going on each and every store looking for the perfect decors is what it’s all about di ba? The excitement of finding something that is unique and speaks to you. So I am giving you this list of top 5 places Where to Buy Christmas Decors in Manila.

Where to Buy Christmas Decors in Manila

Dapitan Arcade for Christmas Village. This is the top place to go when you are looking for home decors. Christmas pa yan o anuman. Kung may mall of asia, ito naman ang home decor store of asia. So of course, this is top on my list.

photo from Dapitan Arcade FB Page

This is the best place to look for Christmas Village in Manila. Sobrang daming choices, different materials, different sizes, and different prices.

Aside from Christmas village, Dapitan is also known for native decors and novelty items. If you are looking for Christmas lanterns and dont want to travel to Pampanga, Dapitan Arcade is a must!

SM Department Store for Christmas theme inspiration. I know it’s quite amusing that I am adding SM Department store in my list, considering that, Christmas decors at SM can be a bit expensive.. pero, when it comes to ideas and themes, panalo ang SM! If you have no idea what theme you want, go to SM. They literally have everything. Yung akala mong maganda na ang pink Christmas tree, magugulat ka, mas maganda pala ang all white. The Christmas decor section at SM Department store (specially Megamall) is full of not just Christmas decors but inspiration! Also, best place to buy Christmas lights kase assured ka sa quality.

Divisoria for Christmas Tree. Yes and yes and yes. The Christmas Tree I bought from Divi is still up and running er standing and it’s 5 years old na. forgive me if I can’t remember how much my tree was but natatandaan ko ang mura ng bili compared sa mall. Where to buy? Wag sa mga malls sa Divi. Huwag din sa mga gilid gilid ng kalsada ha. GO at the back part, sa likod ng dating Divi Mall and look for stalls selling Christmas Trees.

PRO TIP: Mag canvass ka muna! And start shopping now bago pa mag December.

Shopwise for cheap Christmas balls. I love Shopwise for the very reason na feeling ko wise shopper ako every time I shop there. Christmas decors there are really cheap. I noticed from my Shopwise Alabang visit, mas marami na silang decors ngayon ha and the price is still affordable. I also do my last minute Christmas house wares shopping at Shopwise, every year!

Landers Superstore for REAL Christmas tree and decors from US. No doubt about that. You can really buy a REAL CHRISTMAS TREE from Landers. Kinda expensive though para sa mga gaya naming dukha but I am sure there are those who appreciates real Christmas tree. Christmas decors from Landers are really unique and you won’t find it malls or department stores. Sa Landers lang! How to be a Landers member? Check membership requirement here.

I am planning to visit Dapitan Arcade soon and will definitely VLOG about it! When is the best time to buy Christmas decors? NOW! Too late sa December, discounted nga kaso halos ubos na ang stocks.

Yabu Best Seller: Birthday Dinner for My Teen

What is Yabu Best Seller? Everything, I guess. Overall experience. This is our to go to place for all kinds of celebration. Birthday, graduation, birthday, lunch with friends, birthday. And we do have a lot of birthdays in our family. 5 kids hello, plus the grandma and occasionally siblings’ birthdays. I hope they are not reading my blog. Baka magpalibre lagi sa Yabu!

Yabu Best Seller: Birthday Dinner for My Teen

What do we usually order? Siguro for us, Yabu best seller will always include the mozarella sticks, chicken katsu, shrimp katsu and pork katsu with a little fat trimmings.

These are what we ordered for Mahat’s birthday dinner:

Mozarella Katsu Sticks
Rosu Set (pork with fat) 180 g
Prawn Katsu set P495
Chicken Katsu set 180 g
Refillable sets
watermelon shake
Lava cake

I can’t remember how much our bill was or what are the quantities of each of our order. But we spend more than usual because of the shakes. Sabi ko kase wag na umorder ng drinks eh pero since birthday, sige na pagbigyan na.

photo from Yabu FB Page

If it will be your first time to try Yabu at may kids kayo, dont order kiddie meals, order na lang kayo ng refillable set for the kids then order the biggest gram. The first time we eat at Yabu, maling mali ang ginawa namin. That was like 5 years ago, yung bill namin nung unang beses kame kumain sa Yabu, mas mahal pa din sa bill namin ngayon. Hello may inflation pa ha. Eh kase naman back then, we ordered 1 meal per bigger kids tapos may kiddie meal pa per smaller kid. I forgot to mention pala na we are plus 2 mouths na and bigger stomach pero mas mura pa din bill namin.

How do we do it? We order refillable sets for smaller kids and for sharing na lang ang mga katsu. Although lately hindi na kasya yun. Hell teenagers!

So anyways, if you are a big family and have kids, order Yabu Best Seller in biggest grams. Refillable sets for younger kids, it already includes rice, soup, cabbage, and fruits that can be refilled.

Top 5 Mobile Apps For Filipino Moms

I never thought this day would come that I would be writing about Top 5 Mobile Apps For Filipino Moms. Though I have been blogging for 10 years, I am quite delayed when it comes to embracing technology. I prefer to call myself an old fashion mom. I love writing and doing or jotting my task the old style. But a few events in my life changed it. I am still a planner person but I am welcoming some changes. Check your phones and see if this Top 5 Mobile Apps For Filipino Moms are installed.

Top 5 Mobile Apps For Filipino Moms

Period Tracker- Period Calendar

This app available both on Google Play and Apple App store. All women and not just moms should have this. What does Period tracker do:

prevents you from getting pregnant if you don’t want to because it tells you when it is safe to do it
can make you pregnant if you are planning because it tells you if it the chance of getting pregnant is high
lets you know when your period is coming
saves your life!

And this app is super easy to use. You just need to input the first day of your period and how many it usually lasts and you are all set. THIS APP IS A MUST DOWNLOAD!

Trello

This app available both on Google Play and Apple App store. This is way better than a planner I tell you. The only difference or the only reason why you’d still want to use a planner is because of the smell of the paper and the act of writing/doodling. But everything you need to be very organized is this.

I have been very productive ever since I used this app. This is the only app I use to organize my blogging, my tasks as a social media influencer and my duties as a mom. Total lifesaver!

There is no limit on what you can write there. Coffee at 8 AM? Magwalis at 9 AM? Sort out ng labahin at 10? Pwedeng pwede!

GCash

This app available both on Google Play and Apple App store. Yes, you have to be a Globe user to have a GCash. Download the app and then go to any Globe center to get verified.

Why is Gcash included in the Top 5 Mobile Apps For Filipino Moms? You can pay your bills using Gcash and they sometimes offer rebates when you use it. How to load your Gcash: 5 ways to laod your Gcash wallet. Pwede din mag transfer ng pera from paypal to Gcash! Verification can be tricky though. I tried to get verified through the center but it was not approved yet 🙁 Also tried through messenger but to no avail. I will try again and give you tips on how to get your Gcash verified.

But it is a good thing no? That strict verification? It makes you feel safe when transacting through GCash. Dapat ang mga online sellers, may GCash din.

Eatigo

Eatigo is available both on Google Play and Apple App store. One reason why you should have this on your phone: FOOD DISCOUNTS

You get 20%-50% off on your food. You choose the resto, choose your time and then confirm your reservation. It is also

Supermarket and top online stores Apps

As of now, I have Shopwise WiseApp, Lazada, and Shoppe. I still have to download a few apps perfect for the shopper in me.

This is so far is what I think the Top 5 Mobile Apps For Filipino Moms.