Mel in France

Aside from browsing the internet and watching online videos, I do create cute stuffs by hand. ARTS & CRAFTS or what we also call DIY (do-it-yourself) is my bestfriend nowadays. I find it relaxing and  it also keeps me occupied when I'm at home. I am on my happy place if I  am crafting and creating something nice and useful.  I make personalized cards, decorations, and more.  I do not spend money on my handicrafts because they are mostly from recyclable materials (like magazines, cartons, or empty jars) and I use things  that are readily available at home. SEWING is my newest hobby. I am still learning but  I am proud to be able to stitch a zip coin purse and transform some of my  old clothes into brand new creations . Well, thanks  to my  electric portable  sewing machine and  to  some inspiring video tutorials  online. I also discovered an outdoor hobby I didnt know I can do or I am good...

I have finally started my blog after years of putting it off! My name is Mel. I was born and raised in the Philippines but I have been living and working abroad for more than 10 years now. I am presently living in the south of France as I am now married to an amazing French man. My blogs will be about my life and experiences here in France and basically bits and pieces of interesting ideas, cute stories, food, arts & crafts, and more. I will also share my experiences (with tips!) on French paperworks and procedures mainly for Filipino spouses of French citizens living here in France. I am not an expert but I am willing to help especially those who are in a similar situation. That's it for now and I hope  you'll enjoy reading my future blogs. BONNE JOURNÉE!