Merry Christmas @ Times!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Love, from Times Cafe xox

This was just a little Julie that I painted for my family cafe - as part of our signs announcing our holiday dates! (21st Dec 2011 - 9th Jan 2012! Just one more week!!!!)

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1. The Times Cafe Family! (missing Marco & Jennie >.<) after Korean BBQ Xmas Dinner a couple of weeks back :)  2. A couple of memory boards that I made especially for the cafe to be part of the decor for the back dining table (^-^)  3. Yummy and pretty desserts from dinner! Yummy green tea ice-cream!  4. A growing collection of good times @ Times Cafe ;)  5. Nom nom nom! 

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Hey there everyone >.< 

 It's been a while since I've updated my blog *sadface* - it has just been hectic with Christmas fast approaching!! I feel like most nights I'm never home, and I'm constantly skipping meals because of my afternoon naps. Generally super sleepy at work because of my silly sleeping pattern (>_<) how did I get myself to be so freaking busy?! 

At the moment I'm juggling work, along with unavoidable last minute Christmas shopping, finishing off  paintings and being part of the creative time for Stage Fright! I'm pretty sure I was hyperventilating silently last night at our latest meeting (>____<) There is so much to do before February 25th is at our doorstep! But...we can do this ;) I'm so happy we've got such a great team to work with :) As much as it stresses me out with all this extra work on the side, I'm truly excited for the actual day!!!

At the moment I am in charge of the arty prize hampers to both help fundraise for the event, and for the charity we are raising money for - Able Australia <3 Hence I'm selling raffle tickets for $2! Message me if you're interested ;) 

Here are a list of the featured artists who are all donating their own arty goodies :D

1. Julie Nguyen https://www.facebook.com/julieslittleworld
2. Viet-My Goreng Bui http://ravenskar.deviantart.com/
3. Eevien Tan http://eevientan-design.com/
4. Vikki Ong http://viktopia.tumblr.com/
5. Bench Clarke http://bewaretheteddy.blogspot.com/
6. Truccie MH http://truccie.deviantart.com/
7. Julianne Ting http://neveresque.deviantart.com/

You won't be disappointed with what's in store for these hampers!! 

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Treat yourself to some sizzle this Saturday! 

This weekend will be our first fundraising event - a BBQ @ Alexandra Gardens on Saturday from 11:30am- 2:30pm! If you're a Melbournian, and you're free for the day, please do come on over and treat yourself to a sausage sizzle or some cupcakes to help us raise funds for our anticipated event! :) *fingers crossed the weather will be kind to us!*

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There is still so much to say, but so little time but so much to doooooo! (>___<)" But I'm glad I was able to commit some time to update, because I'm still alive, a survivor if you will, so far >:)  hahaha I'm so lame.. 

Anyway, I hope everyone is having a nice week so far and have completed all their xmas shopping unlike yours truly :) Only 10 more days till Christmas people! 

Love, from Julie xox

P.S. Hello hello to my new followers (^_^) you've brightened up my day, thank you <3 

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Camera Roll Update #3

1.  A gift for my cousin's 24th birthday, because he's involved in a never ending love affair with all the high class brands :) Seriously, his credit card suffers every month from his spending habits (>.<)  2.  A birthday gift for Greg, the chef at my family's cafe :) it's a memory board that I made from a tea towel (bought from Typo!)  3.   and I got everyone to sign on the back (^-^) he was ecstatic about it!  4. a snapshot memento from the lunch I had with Vivian and Leah along Chapel street last weekend @ Soda Rock Diner (^-^) it was an old school diner setting, with the table juke box and everything! Loved the experience and the burgers were yumm!  5.  A handful of stamps I picked up Typo, seriously loving that shop (>___<)  6. A catch up dinner/dessert with my good ol' uni buddies :) It's been so long since we've all got together! Farewell Freda* hahaha X)  7. A birthday gift from Alice & Tri (^_^) it's a wooden jewellery cupboard! Love opening up the little doors and draws! Can't wait to paint it too :) Thanks for the lovely surprise you guys!! <3  8. My outfit/make up for a night out @ Love Machine for one of my best friend Cat's birthday last night :) it was a rocking night hehe!  9. A birthday gift from Serinna (^-^) such a pretty necklace! Wore it to Love Machine too :) Thank you lovely!! 10. A parcel delivery from Dear Monday (^-^) woo hoo! New shades and black bondage leggings :)  11. Part one of my birthday present for dear Cat! (^___^) isn't it cute?! so happy she loved it!  12. Instax photos from my day out for Cat's birthday with karaoke and dumplings for dinner! <3 

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Wow! Major photo update of what's been happening lately for me and the past couple of weekends (>.<) Which explains why I haven't been able to find much time to blog much, and when I do, I'm too tired to even think about going on the computer (>.<) And it's sad to say but I'm a little behind on my paintings too! (ultimate sadface) :( No kidding, it makes me sad thinking about it.. But it's good that I carry a sketch book around with me whenever I go out, so that I'll be able to draw down any silly ideas that run through my mind :) So far it's been proved productive! 

Also, things are starting to move forward with my friend's event: Stage Fright that I will be a part of as one of the showcasing artists. I'm now one of the hamper basket organisers! We'll be compiling up to 3-4 raffle ticket baskets (filled with home-made goodies and artworks from the artists) to be won to raise funds for the event, and then baskets to be won on the day of the event! I'll be donating a few of my paintings/frames and memory boards for the baskets :) // Last week we had a meeting on Sunday, and it was good to meet other crew members that are all helping out with making this event happen! I met another artist, who will also be showcasing her work on the day, and it was great! She's a hardcore illustrator who works for Madman! It felt so nice to meet someone who has the same mindset and be able to talk about it with them :) She was an inspiration and encouraging with my work when I spoke about my insecurities and worries. (>.<)

Anyway, it's already 1:30am now and I should really hit the hay (~_~) as I do have work tomor, wah. I hope everyone will have a lovely week ahead of them, and enjoy their holidays if they've finished their exams!! :) and OH! Hello hello to my new followers! :D It's nice to meet you!

Love, from Julie xox

P.S. Just want to say a quick little something for the birthday girl <3 

Happy 23rd Birthday Dear Cat! :) 

Isn't it crazy how time flies? It's already your birthday again, and I swear it felt like it was only yesterday we went to the Filo festival for your 22nd! But it means that I'm lucky enough to still have you as one of my best friends today (and forever more man!!) You are one of the greatest people I know and you deserve all the sunshine life can give! You've always been such an inspiration with your passion for life and I admire how you find the strength to fight for what's right. It makes me want to be more assertive and strong too. So thank you man, for always being there to lend your shoulder for me to lean on through tough times, and to share a random fit of giggles over something stupid (-_-) for our fun times together :) Love you Cat, I sincerely hope you did you enjoy your birthday weekend with your loved ones <3 *muah muah* 

Love from J xx

P.S. Part two of your gift will be coming soon :) woo hoo!

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Vinh's 24th Birthday!

These are just a handful of my favourite snaps on the same night of Thao & Loi's Wedding (^-^) But this was all about celebrating my cousin Vinh's 24th Birthday! We all bought a change of clothes and shoes, and got ourselves to the city via train for the after party! :D We went for karaoke, had a couple tequila shots (by then, I was already giggling like a mad woman at everything), and then we headed to Joo-Mak, a korean bar, to continue our drinking party! Their strawberry soju was so yummy, it didn't even taste like alcohol! (^____^) I made a mistake of drinking it with a spoon because I thought it was soup LOL As you can see from the last photo, I'm just suffering from a serious case of the endless giggles, couldn't even take a proper group shot because of me :P It was so much fun! Vinh was totally gone though, we had to take him home with us (-__-) at least he didn't chuck up in my room! Phew* 

I didn't wake up till 3pm the next day (>.<) wah, what a night! The wedding and that just knocked me out completely! Can't wait for our next drinking night with my sisters and cousins (^-^)

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I've been so behind with my blogging lately (>_<) but I guess things are starting to settle down now, and I can actually make a good move on with my paintings. I've got so many ideas, so it's time to turn them into dreams come true yo! Rah rah rah! *determined face* :) 

Today I got to see the girls again, along with Tri, and we went sunglasses shopping because of Cat's great deal with Sunglasses hut (^-^) we each had $250 credit to spend! And I decided to use it on a pair of Ray Bans! :D WOOOOOOO!! It was the first pair I tried on and I just loved it LOL! Can't wait to hold them again in my own little hands, mine oh mine (>.<) Thank you so much Cat!!! <3

Okay, I'm gonna NOT nap tonight and be more productive with things! :) 

Hope everyone's having a lovely week so far! 

The weather is just beautiful at the moment in Melbourne , loveeeeeeeeee! 

Love, from Julie xox

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