If you’ve found yourself delving into the world of home decor during the pandemic or have embraced the ever-popular “Team Puti” and “Team Kahoy” home aesthetic, chances are you’re already familiar with Home Buddies. This thriving community, founded in 2020 by Frances Lim Cabatuando, has become a household name in the Philippines and across the Asia-Pacific region (excluding India), boasting an impressive 3.2 million members.
Frances, affectionately known as “Mayora” by the community members, initially created this platform to offer inspiration to fellow Filipinos adjusting to the new norm of spending most of their time at home. Over time, Home Buddies has evolved into a sanctuary for home enthusiasts seeking the latest trends, budget-friendly discoveries (“budol”), ingenious home hacks, solutions to their home-related dilemmas, and much more. This ever-engaging community is still going strong, evidenced by its most recent trending post garnering over 50 thousand likes, as it reaches its remarkable three-year milestone.
In previous years, Home Buddies has celebrated its anniversary with virtual fanfare. Under the guidance of Mayora Frances, they have hosted virtual events featuring games, exciting “budol” discoveries, generous giveaways, fabulous prizes, and captivating performances. The community has even been graced by the presence of renowned celebrities such as Moira Dela Torre, Barbie Almabis, and Team Kramer, along with exclusive discounts from numerous brands.
This 2023, in celebration of its third anniversary, the Home Buddies community is gearing up for the much-anticipated Home Buddies Bazaar. It’s a groundbreaking moment as Home Buddies takes its annual celebration beyond the confines of its online home for the very first time.
When asked about the motivation behind this grand event, Mayora Frances eagerly shares, “Our primary goal is to unite the community in person (finally!!! after 3 years!!) for a grand celebration! We believe that a ‘budol’ party is a delightful way to achieve this. However, it’s not just going to be a typical bazaar; we have a program planned. Expect an array of games, thrilling raffles, captivating performances, and, to maintain our commitment to helping our neighbors enhance their homes, we’ll feature a free home consultation fair with licensed architects from the United Architects of the Philippines.”
Mark your calendars because the Home Buddies Bazaar will open its doors on October 1, 2023, starting from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and it will be held at the Ayala Malls Manila Bay Activity Center. This promises to be an event you won’t want to miss as Home Buddies takes its celebration to the next level, both online and in person, fostering a sense of togetherness and shared passion for the world of home aesthetics and decor.
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If you’re eager to become a part of our vibrant bazaarista community, please visit bit.ly/hbbazaarista for all the essential details. Hurry, because our booth spaces are selling out rapidly! (We can’t guarantee availability by the time you read this, so don’t delay – sign up now.) Booths start at just P5,500. For those Home Buddies who simply want to revel in the festivities, rest assured that entrance is absolutely free,” Mayora Frances enthusiastically extends her invitation to everyone to join the monumental Home Buddies celebration.
Mayora Frances is an exclusive talent represented by NYMA, a talent agency dedicated to nurturing visionary talents and propelling them across various media platforms. NYMA envisions being the ultimate home for Filipino talents within the nation and beyond, spreading Filipino entertainment across the globe. To discover more about NYMA, please visit nyma.ph.
If you’re interested in partnership or sponsorship opportunities, kindly reach out to us via email at hello@homebuddies.community. Your support is greatly appreciated!
Follow Mayora Frances online:
Facebook: facebook.com/MayoraFrances
Instagram: instagram.com/itsmayorafrances
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mayorafrances
Join and be part of her communities:
Home Buddies Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/615328352487784
Hangout Buddies Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/homebuddieshangouts/
Home Buddies Facebook: facebook.com/homebuddies.community
Home Buddies Instagram: instagram.com/homebuddies.community/
Home Buddies TikTok: tiktok.com/@homebuddies.community
