It’s December, and for most people, it’s the perfect time to start shopping for holiday presents. There are so many possible items to pick up at the stores, but if you want to give valuable, well-crafted gifts and support independent artists at the same time, here are some suggestions you can consider.
Write to Change is a six-week Transformative Writing Workshop by multi-awarded writer Tweet Sering. It’s an online and in-person mentorship program where writing is used as a tool for personal transformation. So if you have friends or relatives who are into writing or journaling, or someone who might be interested in the use of writing as a way to make important life changes, then you can buy him/her a slot in this workshop as the perfect Christmas present. For more information: tweet.sering@gmail.com. Enrollment is open until
December 7, 2018.
The art of Ann Liebscher. The Bacolod-based independent artist/fabric artist/herbalist opened a solo show in Iloilo City on December 2. “Art Before Dishes” may be viewed at Arte Tierra, Festive Walk Mall, Megaworld Boulevard. Her artworks may be viewed and purchased online through www.anarinda9.crevado.com Liebscher is also a yoga teacher and the founder of Art That Heals, an art program for the benefit of children and youth at risk. For art lovers, here is a possible holiday present.
Santosha gratitude garlands. The vision of Aimee, the Santosha maker, is to widen the ripple of gratitude so that more and more people will get into the practice of giving thanks for blessings every day. She makes beautiful mala necklaces (108 beads and 54 beads) and bracelets (18 beads) upon request. Her creation process is a ritual of meditation on the recipient’s personal intentions, such that every piece is made specifically for the person requesting it. To make a request: 0921-4800-342
Franchising Secrets for Beginners is Ann Lourdes P. Agustin’s first book wherein she reveals the business secrets she has learned through the years. As a successful entrepreneur and franchisor, Ann draws from her personal experiences and shares her wisdom and learnings with her readers in this book. So if you know someone who is considering buying a business franchise, you can get him/her this book for additional advice and helpful information. To order: 0919-468-4429
Inside Daniel’s Head (Adarna House) is another book that is a great gift idea for young adults, and even the young at heart. Written by Joji Reynes Santos, Inside Daniel’s Head is a short novel about autism. “A novel without a plot,” the book is written from the point of view of Daniel, a 12-year-old boy with autism. It is the author’s way of helping more people understand the condition. This book is available at Fully Booked.