A couple of months ago Metin and I visited Dendennis in his studio. He had just released a new DIY amigurumi book and Metin created the illustrations for the accompanying stories. I might be a bit biased, but I think … Continue reading Dendennis amigurumi story book
bout a year ago I stumbled upon this picture of a beautiful wool felted rabbit. I instantly fell head over heels for the retro style with soft colours. Luckily a little Google-detective-work revealed the artists: Ribo -a.k.a. Ribonetta- from Japan. Continue reading Wool Felt Artist Ribo
The next couple of weeks I’d like to introduce you to a couple of Japanese wool felt artists. I’m especially intrigued by wool felted animals that either look super realistic and/or very cute. First up is Makiko, she creates critters … Continue reading Makiko Arai’s Smiling Felt Animals
In the Netherlands it’s been very dark and rainy the last couple of weeks. I was feeling a bit blue and decided to brighten up the living room with some cute planters and vases. You can never be too careful … Continue reading Cute Plant Pots Ideas
Today I’d like to share some cute origami projects, that you can also use to decorate your Christmas gifts with. I’ve used squares of 15 x 15cm and 10 x 10cm made from wrapping paper, since I had no origami … Continue reading Kawaii Origami Tutorials
My favorite Holiday is just around the corner! And since Halloween wouldn’t be complete without ghosts spooking around, I made some to wear as a necklace or pin. This was my second try at using polymer clay, so I think it’s safe to … Continue reading DIY Polymer Clay Ghost Charm or Pin
My Washi Tape collection started to grow out of it’s holder and I was on the lookout for a new one. After some searching I stumbled upon a Jewelry Box from the HEMA, that I thought would fit. It’s available … Continue reading Affordable Washi Tape and a New Holder
A number of unpleasant events have affected me and the people close to me lately. Luckily things seem to be taking a turn for the better now. But I felt the need to make something super happy to cheer me … Continue reading Magnetic Sakura Tree Clip DIY
Recently I discovered the work of Charlotte Lovely, thanks to Oh Happy Day. Her pictures are so nice, that I just had to share them with you. Charlotte is a stylist & set designer from London, who likes to spend … Continue reading Charlotte Loves to Play With Food
You might have noticed my absence last week, I just couldn’t stay long behind the computer because of a migraine attack :(. I highly prefer dark rooms over bright screens during those days. Draping myself over the couch also offers … Continue reading Cute Ways to Keep Your Head Cool
At first sight this patisserie looks like heaven on earth, but upon closer inspection you can probably tell that all the objects are miniatures. The interior and pastries have been carefully crafted by Carolina Tyran. Her cute dioramas -of 40 … Continue reading The sweetest miniature doll rooms
I’m not doing anything special for Valentine’s Day, because I think it’s nicer to surprise Metin on any other given day. But I do think that Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to (secretly) declare your love or to spend … Continue reading Cute last minute Valentine Crafts
Thanks to Charuca’s Facebook page, I stumbled upon these floofy needle felted cats: Woonya is a combination of the words wool and nyanko (cat). They are handmade by Hayasaka Nobuya and he tries to make you feel as if this … Continue reading Woonya: Adorable Wool Felt Kitties
When it comes to felt crafting, I always prefer simple and cute patterns. And recently I discovered some Korean craft website that do just that, with free tutorials! These crafts would also make great (Christmas) gifts (*^▽^*). The websites don’t … Continue reading Kawaii Korean Felt Crafts
Recently I discovered some cute felt kits from Sunfelt on HLJ. There are surprisingly affordable for Y500 (about $4,50). It’s a nice way to try out needle felting, because you’ll receive the right amount of wool felt and a set … Continue reading Affordable DIY Felt Craft Kits
Now the leaves are falling, you can often find me snuggled up behind a book with a cup of herbal tea. Oh and a piece of chocolate, preferable 75% pure (to justify my chocoholic tendencies). So for today’s post I … Continue reading Kawaii DIY Tea Crafts
You’ll need: Kawaii ghost template PDF Felt (half a sheet of white and some pieces of pink, blue & black) Strong fine cotton thread (white and pink) Embroidery thread (black) Hole punch or safety eyes Needle Pair of scissors Glue … Continue reading Felt Ghost Craft with Pattern
Halloween has only been celebrated in Japan for the last 6 years. The American Holiday found it’s way to Japan through a “Disney Happy Halloween” in Disneyland Tokyo. Japan gave their own kawaii twist to the scary event and companies … Continue reading Create a Japanese Halloween Party!
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