Precious Moments Event 2011

Been ages since I last update, my oh my~ terrible me. Shall try my best to update more frequently! My apologizes! > <

Went to the Precious Moments Event on Oct 8 (opps super long ago I know!) and boy was I excited about it. It was my first time attending a PM Event, I have been staring at the brochure for weeks and finally it's here!! 

Just look at the amount of people in there!

This year is extra special cause it's also the 15th Anniversary of Precious Thots, which is like a branch of Precious Moments in Singapore, therefore Precious Moments specially came up with a few limited editions just for us!! :D  And this year's theme is all about this special figurine named "Many Years Filled With Precious Thots".

The beautiful wallpaper of "Many Years Filled With Precious Thots" at the event. Wished I could bring it home.

And this is the figurine itself. 

Isn't it just endearing? <3

More photos of the event figurines:

Adorable garden set!

And the Disney figurines: 

I find this one in particular super cute! But nope, it's not on my to-buy list.

I was slightly disappointed by the event. Cause I was expecting much more figurines, but there were only 3 sets of the same figurines (all those above) on display. And I saw from previous years photos, lucky draw prizes were pretty much the same, 1st prize is a $2000 travel voucher. 

2nd Prize: 9" Love One Another 

3rd Prize: A Wonderful Dream Come True

4th: He Watches Over Us All

Can't rmb which prize this is but it's so heart warming.
30 Years of Loving, Caring And Sharing.

7th Prize: Mini set of Fall Festival (set of 7 figurines)

The prizes were really cute. Too bad I didn't win any. But at least I got myself something at the lucky spin! Will show you guys my haul in my next post! I promise I'll update soon!!

1st prize for lucky spin: We're Pulling For You
2008 Symbol of Membership Fun Club Figurine
Nahh~ this isn't what I've got.
One lady was totally bouncing up and down when she saw she's got this figurine! 

Even though the figurines on display kinda disappoint me (wished they had more), and the queue for payment and everything was quite long, I still had fun at the event. Also had my figurine signed by the PM sculptor Hiko Maeda! Will consider going for next year's too. But we'll see how *winks*

Master Sculptor Hiko Maeda and me and my signed figurine! ^^

I have my traffic police test next Thur! Hopefully I can get through it!! 

Only a few days left in October 2011, hope everyone makes full use of them! :)

がんばって ね  みんなさん!!

XOXO

Chi Chi

PM Disney "Riding Off To A Fairytale Ending"

Hey all~ sorry for the hiatus. Been busy preparing for some tests/exams. I still have my Basic Driving Theory Test tmr!! *nervous nervous* But just thought I'll quickly post my haul for today (and I'll be updating about other random things I've bought lately after my BTT).

I also just had my ABRSM violin exam today!! (nahh im only grade 2 > <, Old Beginner haha) Dead nervous about it~ but it's over!! Hopefully I can pass it with flyinggg colours xD And so this is my "little" reward for myself: 

Precious Moments Disney "Riding Off To A Fairytale Ending"

Isn't it just sweet? I've been eyeing the PM membership figurine for quite a while now (well since the start of this year > <), but couldn't quite justify myself to get it cause there wasn't many new figurines that I like. I prefer the older collection, which are not available in stores. Plus PM figurines are much cheaper online xD 

But when I saw this~ I knew I had to get it!! It's too cute to pass up!! Most Precious Thots stores don't even have this!! (Think they sold out? Since this figurine was already out at last year's PM event) And there wasn't many online either. So yep~ this and the membership figurine (which I'll be collecting in August along with my membership card), and a hugeeee hole in my pocket > <

Love the rocking horse!! Though it doesn't rock lol.

"The trail to a fairytale ending is long and winding, but along the way you meet the most wonderful characters. This sweet little one, dressed as her favourite Princess Snow White, sits atop her white rocking horse bidding her toy Dopey farewell. Just as Snow White had to say goodbye to all her dwarf friends, this little one knows that without the love and support of friends, it would be impossible to find the happy ending." 

I love this. This is why me, and so many others, adore Precious Moments figurines so much. Cause each and everyone of them carries a significance meaning. Like this one. The importance of friends. Yes, without the love and support of all my friends and family, I wouldn't be standing here today =) 

More photos:

Marking: Tree, 2010

But it says 2009 on the figurine, misleading much?

And this piece actually doesn't come with the tag. I asked the salesgirl about this, and she said she checked all of the "Riding Off To A Fairytale Ending" pieces and they all don't come with a tag. Anyone else have this problem with their PM pieces too? But she was nice enough to call the head office up about this and they agreed to make one for me. Naww now I feel special =D

Haha anyways, I gotta get back to my studying now. Will definitely be posting more after my BTT!! Shall end with a photo of my BTT book.

Have a nice week everyone =)

Chi Chi

Precious Moments New Releases Figurines

A quick update on PM new release figurines.

**All photos and captions on this post are taken from preciousmoments.com**

What The World Needs Now

“What the World Needs Now” is the third piece in the Classic Signature series. It is a reinterpretation of one of the most beloved musical figurines from the early years of the Precious Moments® collection, “Peace On Earth.” It poignantly shares the same powerful message of unity in the name of love and caring. All of us at Precious Moments are deeply saddened by the massive tornado that hit our neighboring community, Joplin MO, on May 22. Foremost we are thankful that all our employees are safe, yet our hearts go out to those who were not so fortunate. The goal of Precious Moments has always been to share the gift of love in a meaningful and personal way. 100% of net proceeds from the sale of this figurine will be donated to the Joplin Disaster Relief Fund through Red Cross/Greater Ozarks Regional Chapter. It is our honor to join together with you to bring hope to our family and friends and give the greatest gift – the gift of love. 

I want this~!! It's so meaningful~ Love how the ball of snow is being seen as the Earth. It also seems to signifies global warming no?

I Cherish Our Moments Together (Limited Edition of 3,000)

Whether dining at a five-star restaurant or taking in a afternoon view from the tailgate of a pick-up, each moment with the one you love is one to cherish forever! Honor your treasured moments with this exquisite piece limited to just 3,000 pieces worldwide! Bisque porcelain. 5"H.

Our Love Goes The Distance

Feeling like the king and queen of the road, these free spirits know that love can take them anywhere! Stately in size and detail, with metallic paint in both matte and shiny finishes, this figurine is sure to have your engine revving with each glance. Bisque porcelain figurine. 7"H.

You Make It A Fan-tastic Day! - Philadelphia Phillies Girl

atter up! It's time to celebrate America's favorite pastime with Precious Moments style. Representing one of the American Leagues' most popular teams, the New York Yankees, this colorful, officially licensed MLB figurine is sure to hit a home run with baseball fans. Bisque porcelain figurine.

**I am in no way affiliated with Precious Moments and I am not paid to do this. I am blogging this simply because I love Precious Moments figurines. **

So that's it for now. Gotta rush off for work.

Have a great day everyone :)

Chi Chi

My Girl Snow Globe

Been wanting to set up a blog for the longest time now, and finally it is up and running now.  No more talks~ shall let my blog do the talking, on to my very first post!!

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How many of you have actually watched the 2005 Korean drama My Girl starring Lee Da Hae and Lee Dong Wook? *raises hand*

credits to sbs.co.kr

And I must admit~ it is still one of my very favorite K-drama up to now!
I totally adore LDH's character in here~ love her cheekiness, her constant "Bbashya" and of course, her chemistry with LDW.

And not forgetting the lovely little Precious Moments snow globe that LDW got for LDH for her birthday. (She had no clue when her real birthday is, but since she was born on a snowy day, everyday that snows is her birthday)
I especially love the significance of the snow globe in this drama, my addiction with snow globes also started with this particular globe.

credits to sbs.co.kr

For you to understand its significance, you must first know the storyline of the drama. From DramaWiki:

When Gong Chan (Lee Dong Wook) meets the lively and beautiful Yoo Rin (Lee Da Hae), he finds out that she has connections to his missing cousin, whom his grandfather has been searching for. He asks Yoo Rin to lie about being his long missing cousin until he can find his real cousin. She says yes, but soon their feelings for each other get in the way of their plans. Gong Chan's friend, Jung Woo (Lee Jun Ki) falls for Yoo Rin while Gong Chan's ex-girlfriend, Seo Hyun (Park Si Yeon), a pro tennis player, tries to win him back. Will the two ever tell each other how they feel? Will Gong Chan ever find his real cousin?

credits to sbs.co.kr

So basically, the snow globe symbolizes Yoo Rin's beautiful world that is being covered up by lies.  Snow globe are very fragile, once broken they cannot be fixed back again. Similarly, once her lies have been exposed, her world is also shattered.

My screencaps from Tudou.com

I have searched high and low for this particular Precious Moments snow globe after watching My Girl, but sadly to no avail. It is only until late last year (2010, so 5 years of searching), when I was shopping in the newly opened Precious Thots in Nex in Serangoon, that I chanced upon this lovely piece! 

When questioned why this globe is available now, the sales assistant replied that the release date for Precious Moments items are different in USA and Singapore. LOL as if. I guess it must be cause too many people are looking for this globe, so they made more to meet the demands. 

Anyway, I'm just glad I got my globe. I grabbed it home with me immediately as a christmas gift to myself, and here it is now sitting as lovely as it is on my table. 

Details: The flakes inside seems to represent falling snow. The baby is sleeping so soundly beside the oversized moon. And the little angel who watches over the baby. My little angel is actually facing the outside instead. How cute ^^

Also the bottom of the globe is shaped like clouds. Makes one feel that the snow globe is floating above clouds.  It reads: "My Precious Angel filled with love. A blessed gift sent from above." Aww. Love how it relates to Yoo Rin's famous saying "You'll be blessed." Also plays "Rock A Bye Baby."

Lights on and with its original box.

My Girl DVD and soundtrack. Was told before that the DVD casing looks like a christmas card cause it's super thin. Blurry photo > <

And a night view of my beautiful globe with lights on. Simply stunning <3

I have lots more of snow globes photos to share, but I shall save them for next time.

So with that, ends my first blog entry.

Chi Chi

:)