Hello everyone! As we slowly step into the crisp autumn breeze, it feels like the seasons are beginning to shift right before our eyes. Our August "My Garden Diary" kit has officially made its way out into the world, and I am sincerely hoping that it will arrive safely and soon to all of our wonderful subscribers' mailboxes! Putting this collection together was such a joy, and I cannot wait to see how everyone incorporates these pieces into your own creative spaces. Playing w

As summer reaches its peak in Japan, a profound and spiritual atmosphere settles over the land. Aug, the season of Obon (お盆), a significant Buddhist event dedicated to honoring the spirits of one's ancestors. While Obon is a time of deep cultural meaning and reflection, it is also a vibrant period of community celebration, dancing, and light. To honor this special time, we wanted to share a glimpse into how we are commemorating Obon this year, and offer some inspiration for y

There is something undeniably magical about sitting down with a fresh journal page, a cup of something iced and refreshing, and a sheet of stickers waiting to tell a story. This season, our Summer Fun collection has been an absolute joy to work with, bringing warmth, playfulness, and cozy memories to every page. Here is a peek into how these sunny designs came to life across recent journal spreads! Spread 1: Golden Sunflower Melodies For this spread, the goal was to capture t

Beating the Summer Heat with Kakigori There is something undeniably magical about summer festival season, and at the heart of it all is one of Japan's most beloved treats: Kakigori (かき氷). This traditional Japanese shaved ice dessert is famous for its impossibly fluffy, snow-like texture that melts instantly on your tongue. Drizzled with vibrant syrups and crowned with delightful toppings, it's the ultimate refreshing cure for a humid summer afternoon. For this collection, the

Can you believe we are already heading into our 3rd month of the Collage Kit Club? Time truly flies when we are crafting together! Because international shipping typically takes at least a month to reach overseas subscribers, I wanted to kick-start the autumn vibes a little early this month. That way, your mail will arrive right on time for your cozy autumn journal spreads as the leaves begin to turn. Inside the August 'My Garden Diary' Kit This picture was generated with the

Hello friends! Summer is in full swing, and there is nothing quite like the warm breeze, vibrant celebrations, and nostalgic magic of the season. For July, our monthly collage kit embraces one of my absolute favorite summer traditions: Natsu Matsuri (Japanese Summer Festival). Just a quick update to let you know that all of our wonderful subscribers have successfully received their July kits in the mail! I hope opening up your 'Natsu Matsuri' packages brings so much joy and i

Hello everyone! Summer is officially in full swing, and allow me to share the story behind my creation: the "Summer Breeze" sticker sheet. Every design starts with a single spark of inspiration, and this one has been a heartwarming journey of capturing the essence of a cozy, traditional summer day. The Spark: Furin At first, I just wanted to create Japanese wind charms with different summer elements on them. There is something so magical about the gentle, glassy chime of a fu

Hello everyone, and welcome to a very special milestone in my creative journey! Finally, I took the chance to officially introduce the seed of an idea that has been brewing in my heart for a long time: sketching onigiri as my main character, Onigiri_nichijo. Why Onigiri? If you know me well, you probably know that onigiri is one of my absolute favourite foods in the entire world. There is something deeply comforting, iconic, and universally charming about a simple triangle of

June holds a very special place in my heart, and it was the inspiration behind one of my favorite projects yet. If you received or peeked into my June collage kit, you already know we dove headfirst into a uniquely Japanese seasonal transition: the rainy season, known locally as tsuyu. The theme for June was appropriately titled “Rain, Rain, Go Away.” Capturing the Magic of Japan's Rainy Season Before the scorching heat of summer officially takes over Japan, we experience wee