Bebot Squad

Photos from Indie Jubilee....

2010-08-01T20:06:00.000-05:00

Finally, the pictures from our First Annual Indie Jubilee !!!

You will need at least 5-10 minutes to sit down and watch all 500+ photos.

Thank you J&J Productions for taking the photos.

Til Next Year

2010-06-28T19:33:00.001-05:00

Testing an Application called PING.fm. Hope this works !!

I heart handmade...

2010-06-17T05:31:00.001-05:00

We are very honored to have our event be featured on I Heart Handmade ! Thank You Jessica for the support! If you are following our feeds, I Heart Handmade is a blog you don't wanna miss !!

about:
I Heart Handmade {the blog} is focused on fostering a creative lifestyle, with regular features on indie artists and crafters, cool and interesting products, good reads, giveaways, and helpful information about running an indie business. The blog launched in December 2009 as a companion blog to the I Heart Handmade market, which started back in July 2008.

Wedding Season is HERE !!

2010-05-12T21:29:00.007-05:00

I was very honored to have one of my friends ask me to be their 'wedding invitation designer' ! Some of you know that it's been a hobby of mine for quite sometime but I don't exploit it unless they need me.

What makes this wedding different from the rest is that it revolves around traveling - being that they travel everywhere. This is not a destination wedding but I know when guests receive their "boarding passes" you can bet the friendly skies that they will boarding the LOVE PLANE to Chicago for Jeyne and Dan's Wedding Day!

Thanks to a fellow pinay named Aylee who just inspired me even more to keep creating!
Check out her site as she is very savvy when it comes to wedding advice!

ShiningLightJewelry

2010-04-15T18:34:00.001-05:00

The Lotus flower is just absolutely beautiful to me !
I chose this necklace created by Annette from ShiningLightJewelry as one of my favorite items today because it reminds me of the beginning of a fresh start ! This necklace goes along with today's 80 degree weather in Chicago - an almost perfect day!

For more info, the following are just a few interesting meanings behind the symbol of a Lotus Flower. (full article from wikianswers.com)

Like the Hibiscus flower, the lotus flower is universally accepted as a symbol of estranged love and the associated empty yearning it entails. The lotus flower originated in Egypt and in India, and has had a major role in the local myths and legends.

The lotus flower in Indian mythology also represents birth and beauty. The goddess, Laxmi, was born from a lotus that sprang from Vishnu's forehead and there are many goddess figures that are described to have lotus features.

If you don't look at the mythology and the symbolism of the Lotus flower and actually look at WHERE the Lotus flower comes from that can be a huge part of why some have it. I have my Lotus flower, because it actually represents my life. The beginning of the life of the Lotus flower is down deep in the MUCK and the MUD of water and it actually grows up and OUT of the muck, mud and water and becomes a BEAUTIFUL creation of life. That's why I have mine, life for me did not start out so great but I fought my way through the crap of it all and succeeded.

June22 is so Groovy !!

2010-04-06T17:22:00.002-05:00

When I grow up I want to be GROOVY and SHABBY just like Lilian!
Check out some FAB Vintage Clothing and Accessories from her Etsy Shop called June22!
Peace Out !

"Made by Me" Indie Jubilee - hosted by Bebot Squad

2010-04-05T18:19:00.009-05:00

Now it's time to execute this event !! Bebot Squad will be hosting their First Annual "Made by Me" Indie Jubilee in Morton Grove, IL - 25 minutes north of Chicago.

For General Information and to see who will be participating in this event please follow us at :
IndieJubilee.blogspot.com

If you are interested to become a member or would like to be an active participant please join us at :
IndieJubilee.ning.com

Recipe of Love...

2010-03-25T18:34:00.009-05:00

Let's gear off to a different direction for one moment ....Although my love for blogging, surfing, finding great buys, and pointing out awesome handmade items will never fade, I thought maybe posting some of my favorite recipes would inspire you to not only appreciate our culture but to maintain our roots for our own family.

Today, for the very first time I attempted to cook a famous Filipino dish called Chicken Afritada ! I've been following my own comfort zone when it comes to cooking certain filipino dishes (adobo, bistec, pancit, etc) but today I had a craving for something different - now that I have more time I am learning to find out more about myself and my heritage. I never realized how easy and so scrumptious this dish is - I say scrumptious because I was ready to flop this recipe. Anyways, I pulled this recipe from FilipinoFoodRecipes.net and enjoyed using my cooking skills.
I am waiting for Art to come back from the gym so we can eat like the true filipinos that we are - cross legged indian-style and all hands !! ha ha. Here is the recipe and a few photos !
Now this is what I call one of my Recipes of Love...

50 minutes

Chicken Afritada Ingredients:

1 kilo chicken, cut into pieces
5 pieces potatoes, peeled and halved
1 red onion, diced
1 head garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
2 cups pork or chicken stock (broth)
1 cup tomato sauce
2 tablespoons of patis (fish sauce)
3 tablespoons of cooking oil

Chicken Afritada Cooking Instructions:

In a cooking pot or wok, heat oil.
Sauté garlic and onions.
Add chicken and slightly brown.
Pour the tomato sauce and stock. Bring to a boil and allow to simmer for 20 minutes or until the chicken is almost cooked.
Add potatoes and continue to cook for 10 minutes or until the potatoes are cooked.
Add the green and red bell peppers, simmer for an additional minute or two.
Salt and pepper to taste
Serve this chicken recipe hot with steamed rice.

Inky Livie has Sprung !

2010-03-06T12:20:00.005-06:00

Winter is coming to a close in Chicago and I am pretty excited ! I woke up this morning looking at today's temperature = 44 degrees ! That is the first I've in over 4 months ! Ready to roll down the car windows, stash away all our winter gear, do a little bit of spring cleaning, and most importantly - bloom to a fresh new you for the Spring Season!

Look out Spring, Bebot Squad is in effect !

Check out this lovely card set created by Inky Livie from San Francisco, CA. A pinay that seems to be holding up real well with her Etsy shop. She is a graphic designer that specializes in ready made and custom wedding invitations and other paper arts ! I love her style as she uses a bright, whimsical colors and designs ! Enjoy.

Etsy Lab Nights in Brooklyn

2010-02-11T18:18:00.002-06:00

This is my mmteenth time trying to upload this video! So if you saw this post
3+ times it's because I am going crazy and not you. :P
I don't know why I had such an issue today - maybe it's because
I am getting over the flu and cannot think right but wutever it is I
somehow deleted my awesome context relating to this video.
So upset!

Anyways, this video will basically tell you the full story of my
evening in Brooklyn, NY. Not sure when I'll be back again but this
is something I will definately remember ! Hope you enjoy it.

PS. Thanks to Swap-Bot.com- they hosted the event !

Click on the link if you are interested in creating your own Valentine (or any other occasion) Matchbox!

papersandtschai

2008-11-02T09:19:00.002-06:00

[ your memories. close to your heart ]
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This listing is for 1 (one) mini leather PHOTO BOOK pendant.
Maximum of 10 photos (1 photo per page) , please send me hi res photos for better detail. Preferable cropped, or i can do it for you also, just convo me with instructions.
Your photos will be laser printed and laminated to withstand minimal moisture. Just don't forget to take it off when taking a shower. =)

Size: 1 inch x 1.25 inches
Style: wrap style
cord: suede cord, (please specify color if you want, ill see if its available) my standard colors would be shades of brown, white and black.
embellishments: wooden beads or glass beads or faux metal trinkets.
* leather may be engraved with name or logo, convo me for rates, ill put uo a custom listing for you.

My photo here is not so clear, so ill be posting more photos soon.

This would make great christmas gifts or wedding favors.

For orders more than 10, please convo me for discounts.

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Allow 1 week for fabrication (1 week from receipt of payment and receipt of complete set of photos)
and 2 weeks mailing.

You may available of faster mailing if you order within 2 weeks, a relative is leaving for the US at the end of the month... =)

suelynneinthecity

2008-10-26T17:19:00.001-05:00

This is one of my favorites: shiny black agate with sparkling Swarovski crystals on a bracelet that wraps the prettiest arm! Agate is thought to bring power and black agate is supposed to bring a woman into her own power. I am woman hear me roar! I am woman hear me roar will dress up any outfit without costing a fortune. Great for a little present for someone...or yourself!

A little side note...Some Images created by our Talented Bebots - Enjoy

2008-10-22T19:13:00.000-05:00

BeJewelledbyMe

2008-10-19T20:44:00.000-05:00

Made with classic fresh water pearls, japanese seed beads, this is a glamourous spin on the old classic. Perfect for formal occassions, or for a dose of elegance to your everyday style.

Handmade closure. Unique design. Proudly Filipino-made.

Ships in a black velvet drawstring pouch for elegant storage.

noesartcompany

2008-10-13T11:03:00.001-05:00

ACEO, 20082.5"X3.5"Each one-of-a-kind ACEO comes signed in a cello sleeve. By request, similar designs may be done on a bigger scale. Convo me for special orders:)All sales are final. Allow 5 to 10 days for shipping.
Added on Sep 16, 2008

The Knittymommy

2008-10-05T16:56:00.001-05:00

WEAR YOUR HOUSE COLORS WITH PRIDE.

Whether you're a Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff or Slytherin, have one marker for each of the Hogwarts Houses. For all those who are part of the Hogwarts Sock Swaps, Hogwarts Sock Kit Swap, Charmed Knits knitalong, or just knitting Harry Potter fans.

Each house represented in this set. Made from swarovski crystal and czech glass beads. Comes in a color coordinated organza drawstring bag for elegant storage.

Each marker set (set of 4) has been magically handmade by The Knittymommy (Gryffindor) herself. This set fits up to a size US13 knitting needle. Size US7 available upon request. Added on Aug 11, 2008

Shadowbox Dreams

2008-09-29T21:44:00.001-05:00

Welcome to the REBIRTH of our BEBOT SQUAD SHOWCASE !!

this lovely invite is called blue bayou - created by shadowbox dreams.
the complement of the colors really stand out !
i was inspired by the shabby ribbon that caught
my eye at the local fabric store.
most of the time i find myself full of inspiration by the
lil embellishments and adornments that create
a masterpiece. i guess you can say i am backwords!
hope you enjoy!

note: i don't have much posted at this time but as one of the
bastos girls, from bastosgirlsgreetings.com, that keeps me busy!

isang mahal...

Kutchicoo

2007-12-16T23:49:00.000-06:00

expressions from the artiste:

Kutchicoo

A cornucopia of musings intentionally made to tickle one's fancy :)

suelynninthecity

2007-12-02T00:00:00.000-06:00

expressions from the artiste:

suelynneinthecity

chinese takeout earrings are designed with painted porcelain beads in a chinese pattern and sterling silver.dim sum anyone?coordinating pendant necklace and bracelet available

2007-11-19T09:25:00.000-06:00

expressions from the artiste:

shadowbox dreams

it was a lazy sunday sunday afternoon as i walk along lincoln square - a little village just outside of downtown chicago. I pass by an antique shop that looked small and cramped from the outside but as i walk in i see a wonderland of extraordinary vintage items. tea cups from the new england states, chandaliers from chicago's historical hotels, attire from world war2 era, photographs of the 60's teenie boppers, and not to mention rustic christmas papers. i was inspired by the elegance and shabbiness of these materials, which in turn created whimsical holiday cards for you to enjoy.

Our TEAM ETSY is Born !!

2007-10-19T14:08:00.000-05:00

(image used from pinaydivas.com)

CONFIRMATION FROM TEAM ETSY !!

"teams@etsy.com"
to me
show details
12:35 pm (1½ hours ago)
hi -i got your previous message, and have created the team page. since wejust relaunched the newly redesigned pages, it will just take a couplehours til we can add it to the teams list, but we'll get it on there asap.thanks!-sara.

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Magandang hapon to my sister bebot!! Welcome to our Blogspot !

Because we are forming a new group with artists from all over the world, this will take time to get use to. We joined this group with an open mind and plenty of support.
I recieved great responses and looking forward to growing with you, prosper your business, and to possibly form life long friendships.

I am not one to post blogs on a daily basis nor am I one that has expections!
I am only the administrator and the 'go to' person of the group.
If you are one of the original members listed in our previous blog, I will email you individually and ask a few simple questions so we can get *etsybebotsquad goin.

!!!!! OUR goal is to keep it simple and to a minimum with EFFECTIVE communication. This means that this blog will be only used to PROMOTE our handmade items by uploading images and providing detailed description on the item.
Our Message Board Forum is listed under: http://groups.google.com/group/etsybebotsquad. This will be used to communicate our ideas, marketing tips, advice, upcoming events, and, if necessary, personal news.!!!!

So with that, I will close this out as we know we have our LIVES to live.
Members, please check your Etsy Conversation and respond to me with your info at your earliest. Looking forward to showing off your talent !! Keep it real and in roots !!

INGAT -
elaine
shadowboxdreams.etsy.com

Comin Along...

2007-10-18T18:14:00.000-05:00

Hi Pinaybettes.

Looks like my pitch enticed quite a few handful of you !! Thanks to those listed below who will support our group, Etsy Bebot Squad (Hot pinay chic). I am just waiting confirmation from Etsy to formally accept our proposal. If you know friends that are artists in any medium please spread the word. We need all the support we can get !!

Kutchicoo, showboxdreams, june22, urartist, KabibiPhotography, papersandtschai,suelynneinthecity,CabanaVintage

The Pitch for Etsy Bebot Squad

2007-10-17T13:00:00.000-05:00

*Etsy Bebot Squad*

Bebot
Definition: Urban filipino definition for “Beautiful ” or “Hot Chick”

Pinay:
Definition: Slang term for Filipina (Filipino Woman)

!! Note this is not a segregated team !!
We are an EOET (Equal Opportunity Etsy Team)

Seeking:
Creative, artistic, open-minded, carefree, chick, sassy, urban divas.

We formed this team, just like any other, to provide you with eclectic items that target anything and everything that is relating to “the Pinay in you”. We are trying to make it a bit more simpler for buyers to search the wonderful world of Etsy whose interests might be of Filipino/Pacific Island/ Asian items. Your handmade items do not necessarily need to be marked with Filipino all over it.
You can be the artist, you can be a friend, a cousin, a wife, or hubby, a coworker, a wannabe, even an enemy. J

Benefits, Opportunities, Open Forums, Blogs, etc will be launched in the near future. If you would like to take lead in any part of our Bebot Squad, then ‘bring it’ because we need all the support we can get.

Ingat – (take care)