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Personal, Updates7 Comments

Hiatus or a goodbye for kao-ani?

Kawaii Shops, Reviews, Stationery2 Comments

Japanese Stationery Shop Review – Kawaii Shop Japan

Kawaii items, Kawaii Shops6 Comments

Kawaii Cats Stickers & Pin by We Are Extinct

Cute Characters2 Comments
Minion Pencil Caps - by Metin Seven

Minion Toy Designs by Metin

June 22, 2015 kaoani

Finally I can reveal a project that Metin has been working on last year. The project was super secret and the toy production company had a strict deadline to meet the release of the movie. That’s why Metin asked two … Continue reading Minion Toy Designs by Metin

Cute Characters, Cute Events2 Comments

Kapibarasan 10th Anniversary

June 10, 2015August 14, 2019 kaoani

Have you ever seen a Capybara? It’s the largest rodent in the world and I wouldn’t mind petting one. Kapibarasan -a Japanese cute character based on the capybara- will be turning 10 this year, so it’s time to celebrate! Starting … Continue reading Kapibarasan 10th Anniversary

Kawaii items, Stationery2 Comments
Cute Washi Tape - Sanrio Twin Stars

My Kawaii Washi Tape Collection

June 1, 2015August 16, 2019 kaoani

Remember a post from last month about my new (DIY) washi tape holder? I’d ordered a couple of extra tapes and would like to share some of the cutest with you: This Little Twin Stars tape has quickly made its … Continue reading My Kawaii Washi Tape Collection

Personal4 Comments
80s toys childhood - miniature rainbow radio

80’s Childhood Toys

May 27, 2015 kaoani

Yesterday I started the daunting task of helping my parents to declutter their home. One afternoon, five garbage bags and eight boxes later we’ve still got a long way to go (O_o) But I came across some nice childhood memories … Continue reading 80’s Childhood Toys

Cute Illustrations1 Comment
Illustrator Sette

Sugary Sweet Illustrations by Sette

May 20, 2015 kaoani

Today a super short post since I’m battling various deadlines. I’d like to introduce you to Sette’s illustrations, filled with the sweetest colors and romantic sceneries. (^ check out that cat donut) Follow Sette on Tumblr or visit her (Japanese) … Continue reading Sugary Sweet Illustrations by Sette

Kawaii items, Kawaii Shops2 Comments
Spring Kittens Hairclips - I Love Crafty x Pony People

Spring Kittens Jewelry by Pony People

May 18, 2015August 16, 2019 kaoani

Anne from Pony People creates the cutest cat brooches and (pastel coloured!) ceramic cat planters. Recently she has teamed up with I Love Crafty to make some great jewelry called Spring Kittens. Cute kittens, four leaf clovers and daisies surely … Continue reading Spring Kittens Jewelry by Pony People

Cute Crafts4 Comments
Washi Tape Holder - HEMA Jewelry Box

Affordable Washi Tape and a New Holder

May 15, 2015 kaoani

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

Personal3 Comments
Tidying up with Marie Kondo

My Closet After Some KonMari Magic

May 11, 2015 kaoani

Recently I’ve read “the life changing magic of tidying up” like million readers before me. At first I was a little bit sceptic, because of all the raving reviews. But the book has such a nice tone to it that … Continue reading My Closet After Some KonMari Magic

Cute Food2 Comments

Sparkle Side Up Character Food Recipes

May 6, 2015 kaoani

Eimear from the Sparkle Side Up loves to travel to cute places and so far she has visited a whopping 40 theme restaurants! From her love of these themed restaurants came attempts at making cute food at home. You’ll find … Continue reading Sparkle Side Up Character Food Recipes

Cute Illustrations2 Comments

Seven Seas – Anime Art by Nanami

May 4, 2015 kaoani

Japanese illustrator Nanami Tomorou (a.k.a. Seven Seas) is inspired by girl anime from the late 70’s and 80’s. You can probably tell that from these great Creamy Mami illustrations. Creamy Mami was a popular magical girl anime series which aired … Continue reading Seven Seas – Anime Art by Nanami

Cute Crafts, DIY2 Comments

Magnetic Sakura Tree Clip DIY

April 27, 2015August 16, 2019 kaoani

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

Cute Food3 Comments
Song Sweet Song - Chocolate Cat Cake

Song Sweet Song

April 15, 2015 kaoani

Song Sweet Song from Thailand creates dishes that are almost too cute to eat. Her Instagram is filled with chara bento, cookies, desserts and other delicious pictures. It’s clear that she spends a lot of effort on making and arranging … Continue reading Song Sweet Song

Cute Illustrations4 Comments
Japanese Illustrator London - Fairy Kei Girl

Japanese Illustrator London

April 8, 2015 kaoani

I don’t know much about Illustrator London (ロンドン), other than that she’s from japan and creates the cutest paintings, illustrations and dolls. Her dolls and brooches are so sweet, the mixed materials really come together: Check out more of London’s … Continue reading Japanese Illustrator London

Cute Crafts, Cute Food2 Comments

Charlotte Loves to Play With Food

April 7, 2015 kaoani

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

Cute Crafts, Kawaii items4 Comments
Cute Cool Head Cat Mask

Cute Ways to Keep Your Head Cool

March 23, 2015August 16, 2019 kaoani

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

Cute Illustrations2 Comments

Illustrator Lillidoll

March 11, 2015August 15, 2019 kaoani

I’ve bought a couple of cute notebooks and cards on several occasions, when I came to realize that they were all made by the same illustrator. So I guess I can call myself a fan of her work 😉 The person in question is called Lilidoll, she lives in France and makes the most amazing illustrations of girls, fairytales, nature and animals. Continue reading Illustrator Lillidoll

Kawaii items, Kawaii Shops7 Comments

H&M goes kawaii

March 6, 2015August 16, 2019 kaoani

During some window-shopping at H&M yesterday, I was surprised to find out that they have released a selection of kawaii clothes and accessories. A long Little Twin Stars t-shirt with Kiki & Lala. It’s so nice to finally see the … Continue reading H&M goes kawaii

Cute Characters1 Comment
Dongman Cat

Dongman the Cat

March 4, 2015 kaoani

Today I’d like to introduce you to Chinese characters called Dongman. It features ZaZa the fluffy white rabbit, CC Cat and HuHu the mischievous tribal tiger. I believe that the characters are mainly being used on a website with learning … Continue reading Dongman the Cat

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