5 Stay-Home Activity Kits For The Entire Family

While lounging around in the sofa and watching your favorite show can help you pass time, here are six alternative activity kits that you can consider. Order these kits online to add spice to your homebound lives. Whether you want to craft your own jewelry or create your own terrariums, your next do-it-yourself craft is only a couple of clicks away!

#1: CANDLE DIY KIT SET BY SOAP ART SINGAPORE

Have you ever tried making your own candles? Candle making is a delightful activity that you can perform with your friends and loved ones. Go to Soap Art Singapore to check out the Candle DIY Kit Set as well as their online workshops.

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Customize your own candles to ignite your creativity and unleash your inner zen. These candle kits include natural soy wax (150gm), natural essential oil (2ml), 1 choice of color (2ml), 2 wicks (6cm each), 2 glass containers, Candle DIY workshop guide, and an inclusion of local mail delivery fee.

Price: S$32
Location: 183 Jalan Pelikat, #01-70 The Promenade@Pelikat, Singapore 537643
Website: soapart.sg

#2: LEATHER ANIMAL CHARM DIY KIT BY HIDES & THREAD

Strike a balance between luxurious and adorable by making leather animal creatures with the Hides & Thread’s Leather Charm DIY Kit. Start by picking your favorite animal and colored leather. The Saffiano leather comes in four shades namely: black, red, whiskey, and orange. These leather pieces can be used to fashion out an elephant, a hippo, a moose, or a bull.

Children as young as 10 years old can refer to the instructional sheet or the website’s instructional video. Use this scratch and water-resistant leather charm to add bling to your handbag or to add a twist to your TraceTogether token!

Price: S$25
Location: 81 Ubi Ave 4 #06-09, Singapore 408830
Website: hidesandthread.com

#3: CLOSED ORNAMENTAL TERRARIUM DIY KIT BY GREEN CAPSULE

Founded by two plant enthusiasts in 2014, the Green Capsule offers a variety of terrarium kits in Singapore. This terrarium shop aims to provide Singaporeans and its residents with an option of full terrarium customization. For instance, you may purchase the Closed Ornamental Terrarium DIY Kit.

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The kit is inclusive of 1 glass jar, pre-packed soil, pre-packed Lecca, pre-packed pebbles, mini pot of plants (Green and Red Fittonia), pre-packed moss, a stirrer, 1 FREE gift card, 1 FREE figurine, an instructional sheet, and a box carrier. See for yourself!

Price: S$35.00
Location: 107 North Bridge Road, #04-11, Singapore 179105
Website: thegreencapsule.com.sg

#4: FOR THE LOVE KIT BY STUDIO MU/YU

Studio MU/YU got its name from the Chinese characters “木语” and embodies these in their pieces. The For the Love Kit – Valentine includes a pair of earrings and a necklace. It is the perfect gift for your partner who likes to add something special to her jewelry collection.

The For the Love – Valentine Kit consists of Valentine pieces, jewelry findings, pliers, sandpaper, wood oil, wood stain, and upcycled cloth. Watch the tutorial below for your reference.

Price: S$40
Location: 10 Kaki Bukit Avenue 4 #04-61 Singapore, Singapore 415875
Website: muyu.co

#5: TOTE BAG DIY KIT BY MAKE YOUR OWN WORKSHOP CAFE

Whether you want to customize a tote bag by yourself or with the help of a loved one, you can paint it to what your heart desires! Make Your Own Workshop Cafe offers a wide range of DIY kits including the Tote Bag DIY Kit that retails for S$38. It includes a sturdy canvas tote bag that holds most laptops and A4-sized documents.

As a friendly reminder, please avoid machine wash and spot clean only. You can hand wash the tote bag gently if needed and iron it on low heat.

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Each Tote Bag DIY Kit consists of the following:

1 canvas tote bag (35cm x 30cm),

1 paper plate palette,

2 sets of acrylic paint in 12 colors,

1 acrylic color chart, and

2 standard soft bristle nylon flat brushes

Price: S$38
Location: Blk 4 Upper Aliunied Lane #01-06, Singapore 360004
Website: makeyourown.sg

Do you know any other DIY kits in Singapore? Please do not hesitate to comment below. Enjoy!

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Gift the lady in your life a gem from these chic, local jewelry brands

Local jewelry brands

Jewelry is an extremely personal present that should be given with a little extra thought. By gifting her a piece, you would be making a point about how much you appreciate and are dedicated to her, based on the gems you choose.

But with that said, you don’t have to spend all of your wealth on the most expensive jewelry you see, nor search high and low for it. That’s because we have options for you. Gift the lady in your life a jewel from these chic, local jewelry brands so she can flaunt for Chinese New Year or the upcoming Valentine’s Day.

Bliing

Labradorite Smooth Mini Teardrops

Labradorite Smooth Mini Teardrops, S$148

Bliing was born out of a childhood recollection by Singaporean pair Alex Cheng and GC Lek in 2013 after taking a course at the Gemological Institute of America. The childhood friends decided to sell jewelry that made women feel not just attractive but also empowered.

Customers may construct a variety of earrings by mixing and combining studs and drops to fit their style. Bliing’s studs and drops may be swapped out instantly by connecting the drops to the studs to create a new set of earrings. Sounds magical, isn’t it?

MADLY

 

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The MADLY experience defies the expectations that consumers have of exquisite jewelry. Their unique eclectic style is defined by bold colors and inventive designs, which challenge expectations of uniformity and put a fresh spin on historical classics.

Only the best 0.1% of gemstones are used in the branding, which is cut by lapidary specialists for optimum brightness. MADLY is known for having the largest selection of quality colored gems on our sunny island, and they’ve gone above and beyond in their commitment to offering the best to their customers.

Pearly Lustre

Wonderland Freshwater Pearl Necklace WN00062

Wonderland Freshwater Pearl Necklace, from S$88

Pearly Lustre is a pearl-focused brand established in Singapore. They feel that the pearl’s dazzling shine and lustrous brilliance should not be restricted by age or social class, and that it is a valuable jewel that can be sustainably created and made into beautiful, inventive creations to commemorate all of life’s great moments.

The brand is also concerned about the environment at every stage of the process, from pearl procurement to product maintenance, to ensure that the beauty of their fashion pieces is preserved for decades to come. You may anticipate the finest level of craftsmanship as a result of their partnership with the Gemological Institute of America in New York for third-party pearl identification assessment.

By Invite Only

GOLD MARQUISE BLUE JADE STUDS

Gold Marquise Blue Jade Studs, S$39

By Invite Only is a Singapore-based company that was launched in 2009. The company was founded on the premise that jewelry is about more than simply gorgeous, gleaming ornaments; it’s about enhancing your individuality and boosting your self-assurance. It’s all about being the greatest version of yourself in every moment.

All of their items are free of nickel, lead, and cadmium, which are known to cause skin problems. No matter the occasion, buy with peace of mind knowing that their items are appropriate for both teens and grown-ups.

State Property

Inversion Bracelet

Inversion Bracelet, S$700

State Property is a Singapore-based modern fine jewelry label that has received awards. The company, which was founded by a jeweler and an industrial designer, plays with structured outlines in precious metals contrasted against soft body textures, giving modest yet innovative items for individuals who are all about quality.

State Property, which is now available in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Singapore, is swiftly becoming a popular favorite throughout the world, with supporters including Michelle Obama, Nicole Kidman, and Lady Gaga. Will you join the cult too?

Wanderlust + Co

Moonlit Navy & Gold Hoop Earrings

Moonlit Navy & Gold Hoop Earrings, approx. S$75

The brand’s creative adventure begins with Jenn Low, the company’s creator, and her creative team. The squad draws initially on paper before transferring concepts into digital drawings and 3D models, focusing their attention on new trends, elements, patterns, and potentials.

The Wanderlust + Co jewelry is made of sterling silver and high-quality reclaimed brass that is lead- and nickel-free. Each item is plated with 14K-18K gold and rhodium, as well as e-coating, to extend the gems’ shine. Before a product is rolled-out and presented to its customers, it undergoes a 30-day internal wear test so you can expect only the best.

B.P. de Silva Jewellers

Pocketful of Gems Sapphire Necklace

Pocketful of Gems Sapphire Necklace, S$1,400

B.P. de Silva Jewellers is one of Singapore’s oldest luxury brands, having been founded in 1872. The earliest B.P. de Silva Jewellers Atelier opened on the prominent High Street in the 19th century, and the brand’s rich history and reputation can be traced back to that time.

Do you know that the Duke of Connaught was the brand’s first royal commission? It has also been given the tremendous honor of being designated as His Majesty, the King of Siam’s jewelry purveyor. This year, B.P. de Silva Jewellers will commemorate its 150th anniversary. They continue to provide both bespoke and ready-to-wear offerings, demonstrating their commitment to creating exquisite time capsules of the greatest narratives that individuals may carry down for generations to come.

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2022’s Pantone Color of the Year is Here — Decorate Your Home with Very Peri

Here are some of the most stylish ways to decorate your home with Very Peri, a never-before-seen shade by Pantone.

The long-awaited announcement of the Pantone Color of the Year declared Very Peri as the color of 2022. Very Peri is a dynamic periwinkle blue hue with a vivifying violet red undertone. It was custom-made by Pantone’s color experts to represent the innovative and optimistic expectations for our future.

The Pantone Color Institute’s Executive Director Leatrice Eiseman said:
“As we move into a world of unprecedented change, the selection of PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri brings a novel perspective and vision of the trusted and beloved blue color family.”

Describing it as purple is limiting. You see, Very Peri is not just a blend of blue and red but is also the essence of periwinkle.

BEAUTY

How does 2022’s Pantone Color of the Year translate to the beauty industry? The institute predicts a rise in glittery and matte products for the eyes, nails, and hair. This color will invoke futuristic inventiveness and daring imagination. It is a fun way to approach beauty. On that note, here are some of the products that you can explore.

#1: FENTY BEAUTY STUNNA LIP PAINT LONGWEAR FLUID LIP COLOR (UNDEFEATED)

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Price: S$39 at Sephora Singapore

Fenty Beauty’s Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color consists of a hyper-intense pigment that is best used to define your lips. The lip paint shade named Undefeated embodies the Very Peri color, which fills your lips using the precision wand. Shake it before using it!

#2: TATCHA LUMINOUS DEWY SKIN MIST

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Price: S$72 at Sephora Singapore

The TATCHA Luminous Dewy Skin Mist is suitable for various skin types such as combination, dry, normal, oily, and sensitive. Simply shake the mist and spritz your face once or twice. Use this mist for concerns such as dryness, dullness, fine lines, and wrinkles.

#3: ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS NORVINA EYE SHADOW PALETTE

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Price: S$81.00 at Sephora Singapore

This palette is made with thoughtful ingredients to ensure that it is fragrance-free, paraben-free, and sulphate-free. Revamp your look with these matte and shimmer eye colors that can transition from day to night. Minimal product is needed to enjoy maximum pay-off!

DÉCOR

#4: IKEA FLOTTEBO SOFA-BED COVER

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Price: S$200 at IKEA

IKEA Singapore’s FLOTTEBO sofa-bed cover in Vissle Purple radiates the beauty of Very Peri. This durable, spin-dyed cover can be cleaned easily. Simply take it off and machine wash it.

#5: VEELIKE SELF-ADHESIVE MATTE SURFACE FINISH WALLPAPER

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Price: S$6 at LazMall

What better way to decorate your home with Very Peri than by adding pizzazz to your walls? The Veelike self-adhesive matte surface finish wallpaper is a wall sticker decal that is made from premium PVC. Its size is 40cm x 1m per order.

#6: ADVENTURE WORLD FOLDABLE LUNCHBOX

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Price: S$18.50 at FairPrice

Kids and the young at heart can enjoy the Very Peri shade by bringing the Adventure World Foldable Lunchbox to school or in the office. This lunchbox is made from flexible silicon material that won’t break accidentally in your bag. Pop it up for use and flatten it into a portable size after eating. Apart from its portability, it is easy to clean and comes with two compartments and a spork. What’s more? It is microwavable.

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From Feb 1, More Restrictions for the Unvaccinated will be Implemented

Singapore’s Vaccination-Differentiated Safe Management Measures (VDS) will extend to more events and venues from 1 Feb 2022. The VDS includes all indoor sports facilities and Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs).

Unvaccinated guests will no longer be allowed to visit serviced apartments, hotels, and hostels for leisure purposes. Thus, only fully vaccinated individuals or people who have a 180-day exemption due to being previously infected with COVID-19 will be permitted to enter these spaces.

Last 14 Dec 2021, the Multi-Ministry Taskforce said that the VDS expansion will be placed to “better protect the vulnerable and at-risk groups in our population, while allowing specific concessions for fully vaccinated individuals to return safely to the workplace”.

VDS MUST PERTAIN TO ALL EVENTS

From February 1, all events must implement the VDS measures – regardless of the event size. This shall include media conferences, work-related events, and funerary memorial events.

The Multi-Ministry Taskforce decided that this change is necessary because “even smaller-sized events can spark transmission that can then spread to wider groups of people, especially in view of the Omicron variant.”

FURTHER DETAILS

The VDS measures will be required at work-related events, media conferences, and funerary memorial events starting 1 Feb 2022. Funerals, wakes, or funeral processions that were held prior to cremation or burial do not fall under the VDS requirements. However, no more than thirty individuals at any time may participate in these activities.

There are other exemptions. Students in IHLs who are completing their full-time NITEC/Higher NITEC, degree, or diploma programs will be exempted from the VDS requirements when entering their respective academic institutions.

WORK ADJUSTMENTS FROM JAN 15

Last 26 Dec 2021, the Ministry of Health announced that unvaccinated workers will no longer be permitted to return to the workplace despite having negative pre-event testing (PET) result. This statement was released to the press:

“Following the review and discussion with tripartite partners, we have decided to remove the PET concession for unvaccinated persons to return to the workplace from 15 Jan, 2022.”

Partially vaccinated workers who received one dose of vaccine will be granted a grace period until January 31 to complete their vaccination and to enter their workplaces.

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These measures apply to foreign workers too. Foreigners who wish to work here on a long-term basis or want to renew their existing employment visas will have to be inoculated against COVID-19. According to the MOH, exemptions will be granted for children below 12 and for the people who are medically ineligible for the shots.

PRECAUTIONS FOR THE OMICRON

“WE HAVE TO LEARN TO LIVE WITH OMICRON AS WE HAVE WITH DELTA,” said Co-chair Health Minister Ong Ye Kung.

These precautionary measures were considered in view of a boost in COVID-19 infections by the Omicron variant. MOH stated that “international evidence indicates that the Omicron variant is likely to be more transmissible but less severe than the Delta variant.”

“We have done whatever we can to prepare ourselves for it; especially in administering boosters to our population and starting vaccinations for our children. We seek the cooperation and understanding of everyone, as we weather through an Omicron wave in the next one to two months,” added by the MOH.

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These are some of the new cars coming to you in Q1 2022

BMW 2 Series Coupe

Is it worth it to keep your existing car? Well, it’s dependent on a variety of criteria, including the state of your vehicle and your financial situation. Consider the cost, the risk, and the accessibility.

For example, it’s certainly a sign to upgrade if your mechanic spends more time with your car than you do, and your cumulative maintenance expenditures are approaching that of a new car. Alternatively, if your car is structurally unstable due to corrosion or collision damage, it’s time to bid goodbye.

These are some of the new cars coming to you in Q1 2022 we think you might be interested in.

Kia Sonet
Kia Sonet

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The Sonet sits between the Stonic and the Seltos in Kia’s local SUV range, but it also marks the first time that Kia’s new Connect Lite connectivity service is available in Singapore. It is a mobile-connected service that may be accessed via an app. Owners may remotely start and stop the engine, lock and unlock the vehicle, and pre-set their preferred temperatures. It also shows the car’s diagnostic information, such as miles, tire wear, fuel level, battery health, and notifies the driver of any upcoming potential problems.


Citroen C4
Citroen C4

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Citroen has updated its C4 family hatchback for 2022, adding a few aesthetic adjustments and increasing the range of the e-C4 electric model. You can expect Citroen’s new progressive hydraulic suspension system to be installed too. The car’s springs and shock absorbers operate in tandem with hydraulic pressure and rebound brakes to progressively limit body motion over bumps, increasing ride comfort.


Honda HR-V
Honda HR-V

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This year’s Honda HR-V will resonate with pragmatists with its modest design, practical interior, and intelligent storage loading capabilities, unlike many subcompact SUVs that rely on unusual aesthetics to entice buyers. The HR-V is also now Honda’s smallest vehicle, but its innovative Magic Seat on the back row folds flat to offer a vast cargo compartment that larger crossovers may struggle to fit.


Nissan Qashqai
Nissan Qashqai

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The new Nissan Qashqai has shifted onto the Renault-Nissan Alliance CMF-C platform, which makes it larger and more powerful. There will be greater internal space for those in the front, as well as additional headspace and legroom for those in the passenger seats. There are also 50 liters of extra room in the boot so say hello to more storage space this year!


Hyundai i30 N
Hyundai i30 N

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The new i30 N has been improved with additional performance, newer design elements, and the latest modern technology to provide optimum driving enjoyment. It literally is a racing vehicle for every day, balancing superb speed and racetrack-ready driving characteristics with comfort for daily commute. For greater control and smoother shifts, the new N DCT eight-speed wet dual-clutch transmission with paddle shifters will be available.


Ferrari 296 GTB
Ferrari 296 GTB

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The Ferrari 296 GTB is a high-performance sports vehicle that ushers in a new era for the Italian carmaker centered on a V-6 engine and hybrid technology. Both traits are uncommon in Ferrari’s lengthy history of road vehicles, yet they have both been used in racing endeavors. A mid-mounted turbocharged V-6, an electric motor positioned between the engine, and the eight-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox provide a cumulative 819 horsepower. All of that energy is directed only to the back wheels, which along with the 296 GTB’s small size and lightweight, will provide for a really enjoyable ride.


Audi SQ7 & SQ8
Audi SQ7

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The Audi SQ7 is an SUV that tries to be everything you like. It not only has seven passenger seats, but it also features a 500-horsepower V-8 engine that delivers amazing performance, and it is lavish enough to warrant its exorbitant cost. In comparison to the Q7, the SQ7 has a more menacing appearance to match its increased power, and it also boasts improved handling.

On the other hand, the Audi SQ8 boasts 500 horsepower and shares its chassis and powertrain with the Lamborghini Urus. Dressed up like a performance SUV, the SQ8’s disposition is closer to the standard Q8’s than the mechanically comparable RS Q8 variant. This compromise position will appeal to certain drivers because it provides athletic aesthetics and amazingly smooth performance without sacrificing functionality.


BMW i4
BMW i4

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The BMW i4, the world’s first all-electric Gran Coupé, offers superb performance, a high degree of comfort, and the right features to make it your everyday vehicle. This edition is fitted with BMW eDrive technology, which delivers dynamic performance values of up to 400 kW/544 hp (BMW i4 M50). It is the right partner for any journey, with a range of up to 591 km (BMW i4 eDrive40) and 5 comfortable, spacious seats.

BMW 2 Series Coupe
BMW 2 Series Coupe

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The BMW 2 Series Coupé boasts much-improved steering capabilities and exceptionally nimble handling thanks to a track that is 31 mm wider than its predecessor and a rear-wheel-drive design that is unparalleled in its category. The selection of powerful motors provides economical and exciting driving adventures to spice up your 2022.

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

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Lastly, we have the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer that will make you utterly convinced of its efficiency. The 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox creates a seamless and precise performance. Drive with adaptability and efficacy in a vehicle designed for folks who are active and on the go, whether you’re running to meet a client or rushing back home to be with your family after work.

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