At last! My Baby Zeeka has been christened. Baby Z had her baptism last Saturday, as those following my blog would know. I gave you a teaser of the things that were to be at Baby Z’s baptism last Saturday in this link:
http://mommyginger.com/2013/05/today-is-zeekas-baptism.html
I also talked about ways on how to prepare for your baby’s baptism.
Well, today, I will be sharing with you the list of my suppliers, which I hope many of you will find useful. I got a lot of inquiries when I shared photos in Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/mommyginger), twitter (https://twitter.com/mommyginj) and instagram (http://instagram.com/mommyginj). For those who have not yet followed me in these social networks, do follow me, please! So for the benefit or everyone, I am creating this list and a review of each supplier.
Church: Christ the King Parish
We chose Christ the King Parish, since it’s accessible (mid-way) to both people from the North (QC, etc.) and people from the South (Paranaque). We tried going there on a Monday, but we didn’t know that the parish office is closed on Mondays (so that’s a tip for you). The schedule of Baptisms are at 10 am and 4 pm, but we got the Special Solo Baptism with Priest. We paid Php 3,200 for everything, regardless of the number of ninongs and ninangs. For regular baptisms though, it’s at Php1,000 + Php 200 for the first 2 pairs of ninong and ninang (4 people) and Php 60 pesos per succeeding pair.
They require you to bring your own candles for the Godparents, but they will provide the big Baptismal candle. For the attire of the baby, they just advised us to bring a white bonnet that can be worn by the baby during the rites. Nonetheless, we bought a white attire for Zeeka.
Documents required before you can book a schedule would be your Marriage Certificate and the baby’s Birth Certificate. The Certificate of Live Birth from the Office of the Civil Registrar General will do.
Christ the King Contact Numbers: (+632) 638.4838 or (+632) 633.0280
Venue for Lunch: Valle Verde 5 Clubhouse
We rented the entire Valle Verde 5 Clubhouse space. The clubhouse can actually be divided into two rooms, but since we had 150 guests, we got both rooms. The rental for the place is at Php 8000 for residents and Php 9500 for non-residents. The place had low ceiling and the clubhouse isn’t that new anymore, but very convenient to go to. It also had a play area/ park just beside the clubhouse where the little ones can play. There are a lot of parking slots also which guests can use.
Valle Verde 5 Contact Details: (+632) 631.0496 (look for Maybel) | http://www.valleverde5.com.ph
Invitation: Artique: Design | Web | Print Media
Of course, when I got to book both the Church and the Venue, I had the invites made. As mentioned in the previous post, I knew that I wanted pink and gray as the color motif for the party. I just had to figure out the central theme to make it ‘cuter’.
Zeeka’s room had sticker owls. This inspired me to go with the owl theme. Haha! We practically have chosen Zeeka’s favorite animal for her already. Since I wanted to go with the owl theme already, I asked my friend Mompreneur Lique (woman behind Honeybaby) of Artique to create the design of the invite.
An with her amazing talent, she came up with this!
The three owls in the invite are me, Ej and Zeeka! It was perfect. She created the perfect character and design that would tie the entire event together.
Artique Contact Numbers: mangelicastro@gmail.com | 0922.531.7048 | 0943.679.0081
Portfolio: http://artique.foliohd.com/
Candles: Ginger’s DIY Project using Washi Tapes from Paper Chic Studio
I’m the type of person who loves creating scrapbooks. I have a scrapbook of EJ and I during our first years together. Now, I am actually creating a scrapbook for Zeeka. So when I was planning Zeeka’s Baptism, I wanted to make some of the things by myself — one of which was the design for the candles.
At first, I thought of using candles, but then I remembered that my mompreneur friend, Cai of Paper Chic Studio was selling washi tapes. I loved the patterns and the designs of these washi tapes that I ordered 6 rolls of different designs. I used two of the designs to make the design of the candles.
Paper Chic Studio Contact Details: http://www.paperchicstudio.com/ | info@paperchicstudio.com
Baptismal Gown: Klart Lim
I wanted the day to be special for my little Zeeka and so, I ordered a gown for her. It was the perfect white dress for my little one. I had it made by my friend designer Klart Lim. The thing about Klart is that she can work on a given budget. She will then tell you what she can and cannot do.
Here is the gown with the cute little bonnet that she made for Baby Zeeka.
The gown that Klart made was at Php 3500. I gave her that budget and she really made a beautiful white baptismal gown. I was so happy! Unfortunately though, my little one got my sensitive skin so she cried and cried during the ceremony since she didn’t like the feel of the beads on her skin. Haha! Lesson learned! At least, this would serve as a tip for you if you are buying or having a gown made for babies. Check the fabric and where the beads are placed.
I highly recommend Klart though! She’s a wonderful designer 🙂
Klart Lim Contact Details: http://klartlim.com/
Ceiling Decorations: JUST KIDDOS Hosting and Entertainment Services
Being in events has made me sensitive to even the smallest detail that can make an event more beautiful or grander. I wanted the venue to be more than it usually is. I wanted to decorate the place, but with limited budget, I thought of just decorating the ceiling.
It was a good call since the place looked nicer.
I commissioned the services of Just Kiddos Hosting and Entertainment services. We only communicated via email and they got my instructions perfectly. I told them that I wanted swags and balloons for the ceiling and that my color motif were shades of grey and pink. The total package for the ceiling decorations alone were at Php 5000.
Just Kiddos Contact Details: Address – Main Office: 18 Unit A, Catambay St., Brgy Mag-ampon, Tanay, Rizal | (+632) 470.8910 | 0927.6918107 | 0949.9103534 | justkiddosph@gmail.com | www.justkiddosmanila.com
Caterer: Bistro 109
We had our lunch catered by Bistro 109. This catering service is owned by a friend of ours and I love, love, love the food!
For Zeeka’s Baptism, our menu was:
Appetizer:
Dinner Rolls
Pasta:
Beef Lasagna with Trio Cheese (which everyone loved!)
Steamed Rice
Main Course:
Pork Medallions with Bacon & Lemon Crust
Baked Cream Dory Fillet with Olives in Marinara Sauce
Roasted Rosemary & Thyme Chicken Fillets with Shallots & Jus
Dessert:
Assorted Mini Fruit Tarts (Banana & Toffee, Strawberry & Cream)
Fresh Fruits
Drinks:
Free-Flowing Iced Tea, and Soda
They have different packages depending on the food that you order. This is inclusive already of the Buffet and Bar Set-up, the tables & chairs, the table set up and the waiters.
Anne of Bistro 109 and I really planned the table arrangement.
We had pink and gray table tops, light gray frames and pink flowers. I had 15 pictures of Zeeka printed out and each table got a different picture.
Bistro 109 was very reliable. Their packages range from Php 300 to Php 650 per person.
Bistro 109 Contact Details: : (+632) 642.8123 | bistro109catering@gmail.com | Bistro 109 Facebook Page
Cake: Tazzy Cakes
One of the things that got the attention of a lot of people was Zeeka’s Cake. It was made by TAZZY CAKES. When I was scouting for suppliers, to be honest with you, I had a hard time choosing. What intrigued me and what helped me made up my mind was that Cat of Tazzy Cakes mentioned that she wanted to create a 3D owl. That made me curious, so I went with her.
This was the cake!
We specified the cake to be at 10″ in diameter, which was at Php 3500. The flavor of the cake was chocolate. During the party, no one wanted to touch it, but I finally gathered the strength to destroy it in order for us to eat it. It was yummy, too!
Tazzy Cake Contact Details: cats@tazzycakes.com | Tazzy Cake Facebook Page
Giveaways for the guests: Baked Twinkles
For the guests who arrived, we ordered from Rice Krispy Treats and Cake Pops from Baked Twinkles. I got to know Baked Twinkles when I discovered and reviewed their goodies (I loved the Chocolate – Quezo De Bola Tuiles) for Manila Reviews: http://manilareviews.com/2010/11/baked-twinkles.html
Last year, I found out that they were also into creating cakes for celebrations and giveaways. I ordered their rice krispy treats, which were at Php 35 each. They had it designed with the letter Z in pink and periwinkle. I also ordered the cake pops in red velvet and chocolate. These cake pops wer also a hit during the party! Each were at Php 35. The cake pops were in pink with white drizzle and white with pink drizzle.
Remember that I showed you this picture?
This is actually the base that I created by myself for these cake pops. I used styro, crepe paper and washi tapes. Pretty cool, huh?
Baked Twinkles Contact Details: Baked Twinkles Facebook Page
Giveaways for Parents and Godparents: Papemelroti
I saw these really cute frames from Papemelroti and I knew that I wanted to get these as souvenirs for the parents and godparents.
To make it more special, I placed different pictures of Zeeka inside the frame. 😉 Zeeka’s name and the details of her baptism were engraved in the outer portion of the frame. The color also matched the theme of the celebration.
The frames came in these boxes. These boxes are ordered separately.
I then sealed each box with washi tapes and used the stickers from the extra invites to seal the plastic.
Papemelroti has really unique giveaways and souvenirs that you may want to check out! Theyrespond really fast. You have to pick up the items from their main branch though in Quezon City.
Papemelroti Contact Details: http://www.papemelroti.com/
Photographer: Pau Bengero Fotography
Oops, I almost forgot! The most important part of this celebration is the “picture taking” part! We all need good pictures to remember joyful occasions like these. It was fortunate that I got to meet Pau Bengero (who also covered my sister-in-law’s little Noah’s baptism).
Pau and Van (Pau’s wife) were very professional. They were there on time. Van was also good with kids. She was even singing to Zeeka to keep her calm.
I plan to get them again for Zeeka’s first birthday party! For his rates, here it is (I got package A):
These are all the suppliers that we commissioned for Zeeka’s Baptism. I hope this post helps you in planning for your child’s baptism!
Do let me know if you have questions or if you need help planning your party! I’d love to help 🙂
Love lots,
Thank you for sharing! I am preparing for my baby’s christening and 1st birthday, and your article is very helpful.
hi, I would like to ask how much is the rate per pax of bistro 101? what are the inclusions in the set up? thanks.
Author
Hi Jamra! They have different rates 🙂 You can ask them to email you a quotation 🙂
Hi! Just wanna ask, do we need sponsors for renting the VV5 clubhouse? Thanks
Author
Hi Ish! Yes, you do need sponsors 🙂
hello mommy ginger, where did you buy and what size of the the candles that you used? or any size will do? did you also make the candle drip catcher?
Author
Hi Jeramae! I bought the Liwanag Esperma candles from the grocery. 🙂 Yes, I also made the drip catcher from board paper 🙂
Hi, just want to ask if you know any supplier that rents out kiddie table and chairs? My son’s birthday is on the 22nd already and I just found out now that our suki caterer does not have any table and chairs for kids! Venue is at valle 6. I haven’t asked valle 6 if they have kiddie tables and chairs since the office is closed already. a little help, please?
Author
Hi Krishna! You might want to email partytimephilippines@yahoo.com 🙂 I know ou cna rent tables and chairs for kids 🙂
That cake looks amazing! Will probably try the caterer for my son’s first bday.
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Hi, Ginger.
Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Sayang, I just got to read your post now. When we had our daughter’s Dedication Day, we hired a “known” photography service provider (because it was also them who did our prenup and wedding photos and video) for 15k and that’s just for photo service with only one photographer. It was without album. We gave in because I believed in them and I thought there’s no one out there who could give the same service that they could give. 🙁 It really pays to do a little research first so one does not succumb to the pressure of getting the “best”. Now, I know better. 🙂
Again, many thanks!
Blessings,
Joy
Author
Hi Joy! Awww, sayang 🙂 Let me know if you need help for her 1st birthday 🙂 You can go through my posts for supplier listings and ask me anything 🙂
hi ma’am ginger, i would just like to ask how can i contact Ms. Klart Lim? Her website doesnt show any link on how to communicate with her. i hope you can help me. Thanks in advance
Author
Oh, you can email her at klartlim@gmail.com 🙂
Hi Ginger,
Thanks for your blog.Now i’m preparing for my baby christening your blog is very helpful to me.
Can i ask ? How much yung nagastos mo sa Bistro ? thanks
Author
Hi Angela! Bistro 109 has very affordable rates. They have pacakges for Php 350 per person until Php 650 per person 🙂 You can contact them and they will send you the packages 🙂
Hi ginger, how was the food? Is it really delicious?
Author
Hi Mae! Yes, super delicious!!! 🙂 Try them out!
Thank you Ginger! My baby’s baptism is scheduled this May 14. Now I have idea. This article really helps!
Author
Glad I could help, Alelyn! 🙂
Its very nice and gave me idea to designed and celebrate baptism for my newly born babe. Specially I loved that Cake. Its crazy designed which every child want to grab first.