Tuesday 27 December 2011

Unique-Butterfly-design Shawl hanger

Only 6 exclusive sets available.
Kindly write to us at toniz21@yahoo.com, or call us at 9452 6532 to reserve your set.

Thursday 15 December 2011

Travel Vietnam 12 - 23rd December 2011

Vietnam: Hanoi - Sapa - Halong Bay- Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh City

Arrived Hanoi early morning and was stunned by the weather. I was expecting d heat of Indonesia, but was proved otherwise. It was just 20 degrees celcius cool, and that transported me back to the lovey time I spent in the cool Spring in Japan. :)

A warm welcome by the staffs of Essence made us feel right about d vacation. I felt there was some special calling to be heard of felt on the trip..

Do beware of the metered taxis though.. coz d metres fare is almost never fair! Always bargain a price, ask d hotels what amount is fair to be paid so u nvr get cheated. We took our very first cab from the train station to the hotel, something that cos about 60,000VD(vietnamese dong) , metred at 350,000VD. So beware.

We took a train, anight sleeper up to Sapa, a 9.30pm train that arrived about 5a.m. at Sapa. Take ur thick jackets and woolen socks n gloves.It gets really cold esp in the evenings...

Sapa can be beautifully defined for its weather;

Spring in the morning, Summer in the early afternoon, Autumn in the late afternoon, and inter in the bitter cold nights.

Monday 5 December 2011

The Historical Significance of ‘Ashura

 
The Historical Significance of ‘Ashura
 
Mu’awiyah ibn Abu Sufyan (Radiyallahu 'anh) relates: I heard the Messenger of Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) say: "It is the day of ‘Ashura. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) has not made fasting obligatory for you. But I am fasting. He who likes to observe fast among you should do so, and he who likes not to observe it (does not have to) observe it." [Sahih Muslim]
Abu Qatada (Radiyallahu 'anh) relates that the Holy Prophet (Sallallahu ‘alayhi wa Sallam) said that the fast on the 10th of Muharram atones for the sins of the preceding year. [Sahih Muslim]
Abu Huraira (Radiyallahu 'anh) reports that the Holy Prophet (Sallallahu ‘alayhi wa Sallam) said that after Ramadan, the fasts of Muharram have the greatest excellence. [Sahih Muslim]
Alhamdulillah, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) has blessed us to see another year. The first month of this year is Muharram. In this month is an excellent day—the day of ‘Ashura—which falls on the 10th of Muharram. The Holy Prophet (Sallallahu ‘alayhi wa Sallam) recommended that we fast on this day, by his Sunnah. He also indicated how we should observe the fast of ‘Ashura.
Hakam ibn Al-Arat (Radiyallahu 'anh) relates: I went to Ibn Abbas (Radiyallahu 'anh)… I said to him: Tell me about fasting on ‘Ashura. He said, "When you seen the new moon of Muharram count the (days) and (begin to) observe fast on the 9th." I said to him: "Is it how the Holy Messenger of Allah (Sallallahu ‘alayhi wa Sallam) observed the fast?" He said, "Yes." [Sahih Muslim]
Hazrat Ibn Abbas (Radiyallahu 'anh) relates that when the Holy Prophet (Sallallahu ‘alayhi wa Sallam) said: "If I survive till next year, I will definitely observe fast on the 9th of Muharram (as well)." [Sahih Muslim]
(Note: What the Holy Prophet (Sallallahu ‘alayhi wa Sallam) meant was that he would also fast on the 9th as well as the 10th to which he was accustomed. We also should try fasting on the 9th and the 10th of Muharram.)

Hazrat Ibn Abbas (Radiyallahu 'anh) reports that the Holy Prophet (Sallallahu ‘alayhi wa Sallam) arrived in Madinah and found the Jews observing fast on the day of ‘Ashura… They said: "It is the day of great (significance) when Allah delivered Hazrat Musa ('Alaihis-Salaam) and his people and drowned Pharoah and his people, and Sayyidina Musa ('Alaihis-Salaam) observed fast out of gratitude. And we also observe it." The Holy Messenger of Allah (Sallallahu ‘alayhi wa Sallam) responded: "We have more right, and we have closer connection with Sayyidina Musa ('Alaihis-Salaam) than you have"; so Allah’s Messenger (Sallallahu ‘alayhi wa Sallam) observed fast (on the day of ‘Ashura) and gave us orders to observe it. [Sahih Bukhari and Muslim]
‘Ashura is a day of great historical significance. On this day: Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) accepted the repentance of Sayyidina Adam ('Alaihis-Salaam) after his exile from Paradise; Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) saved Sayyidina Nuh ('Alaihis-Salaam) and his companions in the ark; Allah extinguished the fire in which Sayyidina Ibrahim ('Alaihis-Salaam) was thrown by Nimrod; And Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) spoke directly to Sayyidina Musa ('Alaihis-Salaam) and gave him the Commandments. On this same 10th of Muharram, Sayyidina Ayyub ('Alaihis-Salaam) was restored to health (from leprosy); Sayyidina Yusuf ('Alaihis-Salaam) was reunited with his father Ya’qub ('Alaihis-Salaam); Sayyidina Yunus ('Alaihis-Salaam) was taken out from the belly of the fish; and the sea was divided as the nation of israel was delivered from captivity and Pharoah’s army was destroyed. ‘Ashura is also the day when Sayyidina Dawud ('Alaihis-Salaam) was forgiven; the kingdom of Sulaiman ('Alaihis-Salaam) was restored; Sayyidina Isa ('Alaihis-Salaam) was raised to Jannah and Sayyidina al-Husayn (Radiyallahu 'anh) (the Holy Prophet’s, Sallallahu ‘alayhi wa Sallam, grandson) achieved the honor of Martyrdom.1
Worship Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) as much as you can on ‘Ashura. Whoever fasts on this day is like one who fasts all his life. Whoever clothes a naked person Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) will release him from a painful punishment. He who visits a sick person, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) will grant him a reward that will not be decreased. Whoever places his hand on an orphan’s head, or feeds a hungry person or gives water to a thirsty man, Allah will feed him a feast from Paradise and will quench his thirst with Salsabil (a wine that does not intoxicate). And who ever takes a Ghusl on this day will enjoy excellent health and freedom from sickness and indolence. Whoever provides generously for his family on this day, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) will be generous to him throughout this year. And whoever applies Kuhl to his eyes will never suffer from eye-sore again, inSha’Allah al-Aziz.2
O’ Allah! Bless us to perform good deeds and gain their reward on ‘Ashura. Make the new year one of unity, cooperation and success for Muslims in this city and around the world. Ameen.

1. These are mentioned as what scholars have determined as the specialties of that day in Ghunya li-Talibi Tariq al-Haqq, Sayyidina Abdul Qadir al-Jilani.
2. These specialties are  mentioned in Ghunya li-Talibi Tariq al-Haqq, Sayyidina Abdul Qadir al-Jilani.

Excerpt taken by site sunnah. org

Sunday 4 December 2011

Spiritual Practices on the Day of Ashura (10th Muharram)

Spiritual Practices on the Day of Ashura (10th Muharram)
1.     Recite
"Hasbun Allahu wa ni'mal wakil, ni'mal Maula wa ni'man Nasir" [70 x],

2.     Recite
"Hasbun Allahu mil-al Mizan wa muntaha-l 'ilmi, wa mablaghal rida,
wa zinatal 'arshi, laa malja-a wa laa manja min Allahi illa ilaihi.
Subhan Allahi 'adada-sh-shaf`i wal 'arshi, wa 'adada kalimati
Rabbina-t taamma ti kulliha.
As-aluka-s Salamata bi Rahmatika Ya Arham Ar-Rahimin,
wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billahil 'Aliyyil 'Azhim.
Wa huwa hasbii wa ni'mal wakil,
ni'mal Mawla wa ni'man Nasir.
Wa Sallallahu 'ala Sayyidina
Muhammadin wa 'ala alihi wa sahbihi ajma'in." [7 x].

3.     Recite Surah Al-Ikhlas  (1000 x) on the 9th and 10th  of Muharram
(InshaAllah will bring happiness for the whole year)

4.     Whoever prays in 'Ashura four [4] sunnah rak'at on the day
of 'Ashura, where after the Fatihah in each rak'ah recites "Qul Huwa
Allahu Ahad" eleven [11] times, Allah will forgive his sins of
fifty years, and will build for him a pulpit from light.
(This is usually done during time of Duha on the day of 'Ashura. Make intention to pray 4 rak'at (like Zuhr, 'Asr, and 'Isha prayer with 1 salam) Sunnah Yaum al-'Ashura. After the Fatihah in each rak'ah, recite Al-Ikhlas 11 times)

Today is the 9th Muharram, tomoro the 10th. Please feel free to share this information with your contacts today. May our deed be accepted by Allah swt and He be pleased with us.

Wassalaam
zai

Sunday 27 November 2011

“Have Fun with Henna” workshop 30th Nov 2011

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“Have Fun with Henna” workshop details:
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Day and Time:
... 30th November
11.30am – 1.30pm

Tentative Venue:
3 mins walk from Yew tee MRT

Course Duration:
2 hours

Course Fee:
$50 per pax (inclusive of materials)

*Special Duo-registration
$45 per person (if you do a duo-registration - $90 for 2)

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How To Register:
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Send a message to ‘Zai MiztiQ’ and we will send you the registration details. Alternatively, write an email to toniz21@yahoo.com, or call us at 9452 6532 to confirm your registration.


Thank you.

Henna Regards,
Zai MiztiQ

Monday 14 November 2011

1-piece Prayer Garb from Yemen

Finally the 1 piece prayer garb from Yemen has arrived. Take your pick while stocks last. Do share this link with your contacts.

To order, kindly click here and comment on photo through our Facebook page, or email us at toniz21@yahoo.com

Thank you & have a blessed week ahead of you. <3

Sunday 23 October 2011

The Capsters (serkop with neckwear) is finally here!!!

Dear sisters, here are the images of the new arrivals of capsters. Take your pick while stocks last.




We do mail outs and welcome walk-in purchase at our place just 3 mins walk from Yew tee Mrt station. Write to us on FB 'zai MiztiQ' or simply call/ text us at 9452 6532 to make your orders.
We welcome resellers and distributors too. :)


Thursday 13 October 2011

Fresh from the oven... with lots of love!!! ♥ ♥ ♥

Henna-on-Cake. Now available for sale!!!

We provide for customized cakes for birthdays, events, weddings and any occasion that calls for a henna-licious cake!!!


Thursday 15 September 2011

"Have Fun with Henna" workshop coming up!!!

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“Have Fun with Henna” workshop details:
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Day and Time:
28th September 2011

Tentative Venue:
3 mins walk from Yew tee MRT

Course Duration:
2 hours

Course Fee:
$50 per pax (inclusive of materials)

*Special Duo-registration
$45 per person (if you do a duo-registration - $90 for 2)

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How To Register:
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Send a message to ‘Zai MiztiQ’ and we will send you the registration details. Alternatively, write an email to toniz21@yahoo.com

To register thru MiztiQ page, click here: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=200506453349974

Have a fantabulous weekend ahead of you.


Learn d henna skill from us & start drawing on any surface including on your favourite food. We've got henna on cake 'with icing'. <3

Monday 12 September 2011

Wednesday 7 September 2011

On why marriage encompasses half the Deen?

Anas r.a., related that the Prophet s.a.w., said,” Any man whom Allah provides with a virtuous wife has been helped to half his Deen, so he should fear Allah regarding the other half.”

Abu Hurayrah r.a., related that the Prophet s.a.w., said, “There are three people whom it is mandatory for Allah to help: someone who does jihad in the way of Allah, a slave who has been given a contact to free himself and desires to fulfil it and someone who marries out of the desire to preserve his chastity.”

InsyaAllah, to my brothers and sisters seeking marriage, may you be a believing servant and find yourself a believing servant insyaAllah. Ameen.

Sunday 4 September 2011

"Why Muslim men can marry 4"?

My non-muslim friends always asked me, "Why Muslim men can marry 4?" I am like, how do I even answer that question?

However I attended a Qur'an tafsir class when I was overseas a year ago. This was by far the best knowledge I have heard and kept embedded in my heart, because it addressed THE burning question that was bugging me!

The tafsir class enlightened me. The Uztazah, may Allah swt be pleased with her, said: "Allah swt said in the Qur'an, a Muslim man can marry four. And followed by that verse, Allah swt has said that, a man can marry four if, (and only IF) he can provide for all of them EQUALLY."

Then she paused. 

Then she addressed the translation in depth. She mentioned, before Islam came about, year and years before, many Kings, rich men and and even labourers and slaves, they had many wives, mistresses and concubines. So when Islam came 1430 years ago, Allah swt has prohibited men from marrying more than 4 wives.

In this we learn that Allah swt has created a clause to PROHIBIT, to prevent, and to reduce the number of wive a men should have and Allah swt, Almighty, All-Fair is not ENCOURAGING men to have more than 1 wife!

So why did Allah swt not just limit men to having 1 wife???

In this, we learn that Allah swt is addressing the weakness of men.

And followed by the prohibition of having more than 4 wives, Allah swt, indicates clearly that the men should provide for their women EQUALLY.

In this most people may think, equality in terms of financial, or in terms of sexual.. and that is it???

EQUALITY would mean to me (at least) in terms of financial, sexual, emotional, spiritual, smiles and happiness. Can a men of any capability or in any position be able to give equal love to 2 beings, what more 4?

Please allow me to conclude this.
Let's take an example of a man who has just ONE wife:
After marriage:
If he buys a car, his desire for the car would be higher than that for his wife. Then,
If he gets a baby, his love for his baby would be deeper than that for his wife. Then,
If he gets a promotion at work, his time for his work would be taken up more than for his wife.

So tell me if Allah swt was really saying to men, "Please go and take on more wives, or was He trying to teach us to be humble because we are such weak servants, and that we should be thankful and contented and pleased with the one wife that he has appointed for us.

Remember ladies & Gentlemen: It is a prohibition and not an encouragement. Next time your hubby says jokingly that he wants to get another wife, pass on this note to him! And please mummy's: Educate your sons & daughters too.

May Allah swt forgive me and bless all of you. Ameen.

New shawl arrivals

Dear ladies,
The new arrivals are so lovely and we are experimenting with different fabrics.. like satin, viscose & and super thin scarfs so we can mix and match it with several motifs.. InsyaAllah, we are bringing a whole lot of new idea to how you can tie your shawls.. Its fun, let's get creative and innovate ways to style up our hijab experience. <3


thin floral print shawl

Exclusive one piece only lace shawl embedded with swarovski stones

Rich colored plain glossy shawls in colors:
Orange/ Pink/ Red/Purple/Mustard Gold

And our all time favourite de'cotton on stripey shawls.
Write to us to confirm which pieces you would like.We welcome walk-in purchase at our place at Yew Tee. Kindly call us b4 coming at 9452 6532. <3

Wednesday 31 August 2011

'Have fun with henna workshop' Singapore

SELAMAT HARI RAYA/ EID MUBARAK to our Muslim friends and Happy holidays to the others. :)

We are starting another series of henna art workshop this September onwards.

Engage in an income-generating skill workshop this school holiday. A bonding activity for you and your kids.. (also for aunty and nieces too!!!) PM Zai Miztiq to register.


Yours truly,
zai MiztiQ

p.s. For those (in Singapore) who would like to get your henna art done, kindly come down our place, choose from our 100 pages of designs and let us adorn your choice of henna art for you. We do home-service, and corporate events too!!! Write to us for queries, or call us at 9452 6532 for more info. <3

p.p.s. Do share our henna workshop 'event' with your friends, coz we never know who is in need of an income-generating skill. <3

Sunday 21 August 2011

'Henna for Eid'

We've been getting queries for 'Henna for Raya/ Eid'.

Yes insyaAllah we will be doing it.  Tentative dates will be 27th onwards. Do bring your friends and family too. Kindly call/ text us b4 cmg.

Wassalaam ♥



:More photos of MiztiQ Henna Artworkz:

Thursday 18 August 2011

Eid Shopping & Henna for Eid enquiry

Good morning guys! Hope all is well and we are already in the 19th day of Ramadan. Hope all is well and our deeds of fasting are accepted and well pleased by Allah swt.

Kindly take note: We welcome walk-in purchase for your daily & Eid shopping. We are located 3 mins walk from Yew Tee MRT, available 24/7, except Thursday(s) & closed everyday from 6-9pm. Do call us at 9452 6532 before coming. Have a blessed day. <3

For those who have been enquiring about getting henna art done from us 2-3 days before Eid.. you are most welcome to visit us at our place. Do drop us a mail/ or PM by FB to make an appointment.

Have a blessed day.

wassalaam zai

Thursday 11 August 2011

New arrivals Aug 2011

Intro price: SGD$59.90. Blouses and inner tee sold separately.


Stripey Inner bands in 11 exotic colors. Price SGD$8 each. Any 2 for SGD$15.





We ship worldwide & welcome resellers and distributors. For shoppers located in Singapore, we welcome a walk-in purchase at our place, just 3 mins walk from the Yew tee MRT station. Do call us before coming at 9452 6532. Have a blessed Ramadan.

Tuesday 2 August 2011

shopping schedule for August 2011

Dear shoppers, kindly take note shopping schedule for August 2011:

We welcome walk-in purchase for your daily and Eid shopping. We are located 3 minutes away from Yew Tee MRT, open 24/7, except Tues & Thursday & closed everyday from 7-10pm. Do call us at 9452 6532 before coming. Have a blessed day. ♥

Monday 25 July 2011

Cushioned Prayer rug

1. navy blue 2. Maroon 3. stripey orange/green/ red

Cushioned Prayer Rug with PVC base. Easy to wipe & clean. Usual price: SGD$59.90.
July Special: SGD$99 per pair.

Sunday 17 July 2011

::Rich-colored glossy-plain-shawlz::

::Rich-colored glossy-plain-shawlz::
Cool, comfy and colorful shawlz de'cotton on. It is lightweight, yet durable material.


Send us an email to toniz21@yahoo.com or write to us through Facebook to orders the colors that you would like to get. We welcome resellers and distributors too.

Thursday 14 July 2011

::Moroccon Jallaba::

Price:
SGD$85
USD$70
GBP45
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Dear brothers, authentically jallabas are worn slightly above the ankle bone, just as the Prophet s.a.w. used to. : ))

Our Moroccon Jallaba collection comes in Long sleeve with hood.
Colors available: Gold, Olive green, Off-white (cream), Misty khaki grey, Silvery-grey, Black & White.


Size chart:
S
Breadth (shoulder): 55 cm
Length (shoulder to feet): 140cm


M
Breadth (shoulder): 60 cm
Length (shoulder to feet): 145cm

L
Breadth (shoulder): 65 cm
Length (shoulder to feet): 153cm

XL/ XXL
Breadth (shoulder):  70 cm
Length (shoulder to feet): 160cm


::Menu:: MiztiQ BoutiQue


Here's the list of items we've got for you:

MEN
  • Morrocon Jallabas
  • Boys Jubbah
  • Square Checked stoles

Question: How we found MiztiQ Henna & Hijab Boutique?

Answer: Inspired by our passion for henna and the modest hijab fashion.
Our 'shopper(s)' motto: We've gotta be cool, comfortable & reasonably affordable.

1. Our first Love: www.miztiq.com

Company Overview: Also known as 'The Henna-Specialist', MiztiQ is the first henna company in Singapore since 2001. We set-foot in Japan in 2003, having demonstrated and taught henna and body art to women and men alike.

Mission: We aspire to be creative, innovative and sensitive to the needs of those who seek our services.

Provide henna & body art for:
♥ Bridal/ Personal / Corporate Events
♥ "Have Fun with Henna" workshop (2-hour: 1 session)
♥ Intensive Professional Henna Course (12-hours: 4 to 5 sessions)


2. Reason for being: http://z.miztiq.googlepages.com/home

We are looking to work towards adopting orphanages overseas and work closely with them for fund-raising support. We wish to provide hands-on training to the women and children to educate & empower them with an income-generating skill such as henna art, basic conversational English, and basic business skills for them to benefit personally and to spread to their own community.
3. MiztiQ E-shoppe

MiztiQ e-shoppe apires to be the leading online muslim(ah) boutiQue aiming to provide a one-stop destination and a total integrated solution particularly for the Muslim ladies and men alike.

Our 'shopper(s)' motto: We've gotta be cool, comfortable & affordable!

We welcome resellers and distributors for our various clothing & accesories sold to allow young and new entrepreneurs to engage in business activity by tapping on their creativity and vast knowledge in this technology era. For more info for resellers & distributors, do PM us through facebook or email us at: toniz21@yahoo.com

Yours truly,
zai MiztiQ