The Tiniest Gifting Guide: Great Reads and Dos

We all need a great read at some point this time of the year, either for a literal great read, as a wake up call, inspiration, to help us come to a resolution for the new year, or just for a really good laugh. I'm just going to take it a few books at a go but let's just hope none of us explodes.

1. For the traveller and explorer in you: Travelogue

Pictures grabbed from Fredflare

I'm sure some of us have explorer friends or just one in us to give us enough reason to want to lay your hands on this one. This lovely (pocket-able) scrach map travel journal contains 8 mini scratch maps with a different part of the world on each one of it, along with a planner and diary, plus some handy information you may require for travel. It's as if every time you head to somewhere new you get to scratch off some part of the map - motivation for travel it is!

If you would love one of these to reward a wanderlust or just the explorer in you, check it out here.


2. For one with a lack of: Lines For All Occasions - Insults & Comebacks

Images grabbed from ASOS

Know someone who's always running out of something like a witty comeback to your nasty lines? I bet all of us have that one friend (I'm that friend at some points hah) and this would make a really peculiar gift but hey, in the name of fun and a good laugh, why not? It's oddly funny and a rather witty read and a good refresher for some new lines. Who knows, you might even make these lines the new black (or comeback line).

Got someone in mind who needs this extra boost? Find the best insults here.

3. For the arty/ outgoing/ best friend: Kinfolk

Images grabbed from Google

Kinfolk is an emerging publication that has created waves of anticipation and excitement over their lovely take on gatherings and wonderful photography and art direction. They are a growing community of artists and share an interest in small gatherings and see something about a table shared. What makes me love Kinfolk is that it is an absolutely wonderful read, filled with things you can do, possible adventures and lovely inspiring images you would want to make your own (into reality, that is).

I just thought this would be an absolutely appropriate (and inspiring gift) for your friend who loves making food for the group or one who appreciates carefully thought outfits, layouts and great photography.

You may subscribe your wonderful friend to Kinfolk online here. This lovely magazine may also be purchased online (such as Amazon) at your friendly bookstores or magazine stands (such as Kinokuniya or Borders). Singaporean readers may also find it at local store, Rockstar by Soon Lee.

4. For the fun-loving doodlers:
Mess - The Manual of Accidents and Mistakes by Keri Smith

Images grabbed from Modcloth

There definitely was a time where you were doodling non-stop in your textbooks, had an obsession with scribbling notes to pass around to your friends, write funny letters or just simply wanted something to write on. Well this is it, a book that makes you do doodles on it (or more like you might not bear to draw on it). Keri Smith has nailed it again, bringing out my inner child (she's got other wonderful random publications like this as well!). It is definitely all things random in one (which is why I love it!) made into an awesome compilation that you won't want to miss.

This would be highly appropriate for old-times' sake, for a friend who had itchy hands (and might have possibly ruined a lot of things with doodles), or just for fun! Find this messy manual here.

5. For a great read/ inspiration:

It's Not How Good You Are, It's How Good You Want To Be by Paul Arden

Images grabbed from Google

I've had this book and I've picked it up a few times (randomly) from the top shelf just to give it a quick read as a great reminder of what I can do. This makes an absolutely great, wonderful, self-regenerating and on top of it all, a comforting read. It's nice to know the impossible can always be made possible and we can always make it if we do it right or convert our potentials in the best or most appropriate ways.

In case you were wondering, this book was (the very first book) written by "advertising guru" Paul Arden and he has written two others; Whatever You Think, Think The Opposite and God Explained In A Taxi Ride. I've read the them and thought they were extremely enlightening and helpful in understanding certain aspects of making it in life and other skeptical ideas. If you're game for it, I think the set of three would make a great combo, and could potentially change the way you see things, or if not, rethink some things or just second-guess ideas again.

If you would like to help a friend of yours or even yourself to set a target or new year's resolution after a good thought or revelation, find this great read via bookstores (like Borders or Kino), or online (via sites like Amazon or Phaidon and more).

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Well that's all for now! Hope I didn't overload on this one (it's supposedly tiny) and I hope it helped give you some awesome ideas on what you can possibly give this Christmas. I'm still in the midst of getting other things ready (and fixing my Modcloth link), so if you've got anything you might wanna share with me, just holla over at the comment box or on Facebook via the link on your right!

It's going to be another hectic week but I hope to get some other things ready and possibly mail out cards if you would like one (would you want one?) but I'm super excited for Christmas and a turkey-ful dinner with my lovely friends. Can't wait!

So anyway let me know if you've got an address you don't mind me to write to (I want some pen pals hahah) and if you would love a Christmas card from Pocketto (still undergoing some work)! I'll be glad to hear about your Christmas (with pictures too if you will) and I can share it here too (:

Have a great night!

Things: Cuddles and Rage

Peanut's costume on Cuddles and Rage

Who knew a pile of funny dough and craft could look this cute?

To kick off my November art adventure, I chanced upon Cuddles and Rage, all thanks to HelloGiggles (founded by Zooey Deschanel and two of her best friends) and fell in love with these cutesy creations right away. We're definitely not insisting that these are the kind of art everyone has to love but just really cute, funny twists to puns (especially those we always see on Threadless). How could we ever resist this?

 The Will on Cuddles and Rage

The Pumpkin Patch on Cuddles and Rage

Just so you know, Cuddles and Rage is a mixed media web comic based on the evil, yet often cute, adventures of food and animals living in Snuggle City. New comics are launched every Monday and on their Diorama Wednesdays so if you love cute stuff like that just holla over to cuddlesandrage.com and you're going to gush over these little things like a seventh grader over a boy.

It's seems like every time you add a smiley face that goes like c: (this) onto anything, it could immediately look like the cutest thing EVER on the planet. Like adding smileys on to cookies, or a glass of milk or even your average salt and pepper shaker. These people really know what to do with a colon sign and bracket which really is annoying but so hard to say no to.

I wish I could just make these things into a whole set of plushies, I'm sure they would make a wonderful farm on my bed.

This has thus far been an extremely fattening weekend. I wonder where my motivation to shed all those pounds went. Been plonking mac'n'cheese into my mouth, along with other fried foods. My tummy is about to block my feet from my view I feel disgusted with myself but I'm happy eating the food. Vicious cycle this is.

The Shredded Cheese on Cuddles and Rage

Just found the above highly appropriate. I think it's time I started exercising before I regret it.

Have a wonderful weekend ahead.

Film: Moonrise Kingdom

I've been waiting for the release of this film for quite awhile! But I actually missed it so I guess I'll have to settle for a copy of the dvd or something. I love how it actually reminds me of Pierrot Le Fou. Wes Anderson has a way of working his charm on a film like that, but I suppose there was a lot of (awesome) references and music in place for this one. Young love is always the sweetest (and greatest). We all know it.

I caught a snippet of the film (I can't actually link it here because sharing was not enabled but check it out on Youtube here) and now I feel like I could actually do with a portable record player now to go hand-in-hand with my set of records collecting dust at Calvin's. This shall not be the end. I will work very hard (or I'd like to think so) to make things happen. Hopefully I will actually have a store and I wouldn't need a portable player but I'll have an insane selection of records and be a whizz at handling records.

Anyway, just so you know (for the girlies!), our affiliate, ModCloth is holding a little competition inspired by this wonderful film!

All you have to do is create a retro-adventurous outfit with the Polyvore mini editor loaded up with ModCloth's outdoorsy, 60s-inspired styles like those in the film and you can stand a chance to win a $100 ModCloth gift certificate and a blu-ray edition of the movie itself. Click away on the image or via here to the competition page.

* International readers are welcome to join this competition and be entitled to the gift certificates but only US-based participants may receive the blu-ray edition of the movie

I can't wait to watch Moonrise Kingdom after I'm done with this hoard of revision and papers to deal with. I think I'm about to be pushed into another long period of hiatus with nothing to write about (I don't have plenty on hand but I am trying to work on it) and I don't know if it's appropriate to say please forgive me? I don't think so though. But hey, thank you for reading this space if you do!

Welcome: Modcloth

Hello pocketto! We're finally back up with a big bang (pun intended), especially for the ladies!

Welcome our new affiliate,

We know; it's been a long, long, long wait... but the wait is now over! It's my pleasure to welcome ModCloth on Pocketto (especially after a dull stall here). Never thought I would welcome another new affiliate on board this little space.

Most of you may have come across ModCloth (especially if you're from the US), their pretty dresses, cutesy accessories and punny names for all kinds of stuff that girls will ever love. I'm not sure how I came across them but I guess it was all Zooey Deschanel's fault. She made me want so many dresses I could never afford (I love Jess on New Girl)! And if you live in sunny Singapore, ModCloth finally offers shipping direct here so don't panic!

In case you were wondering, ModCloth began as the hobby of a young woman with a love of thrift stores and vintage clothing. Today, it has evolved to become almost every girl's favourite online clothing, accessories and decor store. ModCloth stocks brands like Jeffery Campbell, Tulle, BB Dakota, Kanken and many more! It even has themes (back to school and more) and different lookbooks every now and then. Expect all things fun and pretty from retro and formal dresses to urban tees, jewelry to cute home decor, cozy sweaters and jackets, skinny jeans, pencil skirts, and both leather and vegan-friendly shoes, boots, and bags on ModCloth.

Madly in love with their themed lookbook just a few weeks back!

So anyway I've decided to play around with whatever I could grab from ModCloth (including the drawn model) and put together some of my favourite pieces! Madly in love with the apple shades.

On drawn model: Swan In a Million dress, Deserve a Gold Star Hair Pin, Whisker Me Away bag

From top left on model's hair also Gold Star Hair Pin, Holding Court-land sunglasses, Sea Shanty Singing Dress in Navy, Bright as Aire flats, all from ModCloth

In love with all of these! I'm mad crazy over sailor dresses, preppy stuff and cutesy-overkill accessories. I have no idea why though... Either way ModCloth's got tonnes of clothes and all for every different style and you so don't sweat it if you can't spot something on that list of items on the above! Stay tuned for upcoming promotions if any... but that aside, shop away!

Alright, more to come (I hope!). Have a great weekend (shopping on ModCloth) ahead!

We know you will (;

Your perfect Sunday tune #nowplaying

Here's a tune to cure your Sunday blues and greens (aka pre-Monday blues) by a lovely friend of mine, Serene who goes by her alter ego Scribble Giraffe. How appropriate is this! Loving the bubbly jingle and lyrics we can all agree with.

If you like what you're listening to, click away to Scribble Giraffe on Soundcloud here! There's a lot more amazing stuff going in there and this cutesy giraffe definitely deserves some lovin'! (; Alternatively, you may check out Serene's space over at whyserene.com over here!

It's been an eventful week but there's been some set backs at the moment for pocketto due to technical and software issues but rest assured there will be more stuff coming your way. Because we meant it when we said more awesome stuff and affiliates are on the way!

Anyway, how's your Sunday been? Hope it's not bogged down by work and all (loads of projects and last minute work to deal with)... But hey on the bright side, it's going to be a brand new lovely week!

Have a great one!

Things (we love): Happy 9 August!

Things (we love!): Sleeveless Top With Spot Print And Peplum + Piers Atkinson for ASOS I Heart You Headband all from ASOS, Corey T-Bar Espadrilles from Pointer Footwear, Diagonal Stripe Socks from Happy Socks, Suit Short Sleeve Chambray Shirt from ASOS

Happy National Day everyone! Just thought I would share some pretty things (you and I might just love) this national day and bask in the glory of some patriotic colors.

It's been almost a good two months, but thank you so much for sticking around! *throws confetti* Promise to scour around for more, so please stay tuned for more goodies and wonderful things.

Have a lovely 9th of August! <3

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Hello there, it's been hectic the past week and I haven't had the time to share some random pictures I took via instagram during the weekend before so I thought this would be appropriate. Homemade pasta is yummy and my beat up nano is really just... beat up. Alright.

On an extremely random note, I have used my Happy Socks a couple of times over the last two weeks! They are too comfy and cute so it is now compulsory to get a pair (at least) for yourself. I think they look smashing with any kind of shoes and this is why I can't hate it (and made it a thing):

via mixmag

via thrashness

These are not the new thing but now that I finally caught onto it (after several conflicting issues regarding the financial aspect of buying a pair for myself even though I was madly in love with it but got a pair as a gift) I really think it can be purely secondary. They even have pretty leggings for you ladies and socks for different styles and oh-so-precious designs to suit you!

Prices start from about SGD14 onwards at stores like Actually and Rockstar by Soon Lee and more so you know, it's never too late (sometimes I'm too much of a laggard) to own a pair!

I've yet to catch up on sleep I missed over the weekend that just past due to an insane amount of work to finish up... about time.

But keep your eyes peeled! More exciting things are coming your way because pocketto finally has a new affiliate (;

Goodnight!

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The Dempsey Brasserie + Pretty bicycle that belongs to Yew Jin's mom

This has thus far been a pretty neat week, following some quality time spent with wonderful people. I've recently been taking more effort to be more active on Instagram (I know it's a little late) but well it's worth a try. I actually think of it as a positive invention because many people appreciate details more as they photograph them down into a virtual mini vault. It's like taking a second look at something and trying to capture it in the most captivating way possible and letting others have a peek into your tiny library of images.

In any case, for anyone who is in need of a new food heaven, please visit The Dempsey Brasserie. It serves extremely good French Onion soup (fyi it's served with bread and tonnes of melted cheese) and Lava cake (I think they might have called it the chocolate fondant too) !!! And if you love mussels, it is definitely worth a trip (it's their signature dish).

I know it might sound all a little too good to be true but there's nothing I can put down about it. Awesome service from the waiters (we had rounds of puns and laughter) and it's too lovely of a place to dislike. Maybe except for the heat that can start attacking you midway through the meal but seriously I would rate this a 9/10.

On an extremely random note, I have decided to number my entries to keep track of my progress and how much I've written overtime. So there it is, numbers in my title headers...

Lastly... pokopocketto is now on Facebook! You can now receive updates, random posts and share anything you like! Click here to join pocketto on Facebook ^^

Good night for there will be Scandinavian presents tomorrow <3

Things: davidelfin

Who knew that pantone or CMYK blocks can look this fabulous? Extremely wowed over by davidelfin and their cutesy designs this spring/summer.

(Cute and quirky) things I love: Shirt s/s and Navy Short both from davidelfin

How cute is this! These happy color inspired clothing are extremely pleasing to the eye. Thanks Anabel for the heads up, I love it!

Anyway, quick bit about this Madrid-based label...

Davidelfin started as a plural medium for David himself and for a few of his friends as well. It was a platform for them to express themselves through mediums like fashion and photography, then morphing into a fashion label that made its debut in 2002.

The label has since been integrating their love for the various arts into wearable fashion. Expect well-cut, clean designs, with color or pattern blocking on their designs.

Shop and check out more on davidelfin right here!

Andddddddddd Monday's here again. But good day!

Tiny Tractors (by Halfpence design) + Pocket Daily

These too-cute tractors are by Penny Luxe who is the designer/owner of her very own store, Halfpence design, and also a very lovely mom. It's really cute that she came up with these designs with the intention for her little one, Tate and decided to expand it into a little side project. You can also check out Penny's blog here.

Anyway, it's been a good start to the week. Great time at driving class and a relaxing swim with a good friend of mine, Jocelyn. We've decided to make cookies when we have the time. The holidays have been at a nice pace, I love having time to ponder about issues I usually don't have time to think about and catch up with a couple of good shows or movies, or even documentaries. 

Well at the very least, we're nearing mid-week tomorrow. Now you can keep calm and grab a cup of hot chocolate and think about things you might want to do on a Friday night (other than having a booze) (;

Good day!