Sugary Sweet Eye Candy

I am proud to share the works of a friend, an artist from Indonesia, my hometown. I have adored pinkversusblack since we were in the same college, and now she has developed her style into something unbelievably more kawaii! And she doesn't seem like stopping

I just want stick my teeth into them. Here, vector, vector.. come to mama...

ABC and 123

Don't you miss the good old days when school is all about ABC and 123?
First grade the best and Binth's works are more than nostalgic. It's pretty too. Now, that wouldn't hurt.

My Poor Sketchbook

I need a new sketchbook. Seriously. The one I've been using is falling apart and all papers in it have been used, front and back. Even the covers of the book is filled with doodles. I'd like to have a nice clean sketchbook but I seem can't maintain the nice and clean look longer than a week.
I wonder how other artists can fill in their sketchbook with anything from watercolor, collage, and even pressed flowers without smearing the book with paint or glue or everyday grime and dust.



Or is it just me?

Paperpunch : The Truth

Ever wonder how does a paper punch work? Curious about the inside mechanic of a paper punch?
Fret no more, I have dissected a paper punch just for you!

Kidding. I was having fun with the paper punch when it exploded on my face. The huge spring really did jumped into my face.

Mental note: never push your paper punch into something so hard it can't ..err.. punch.

Alternate Covers: Little Red Riding Hood

I don't think all red riding hoods here are all females. Nevermind though. I love alternate cover. It shows you the power of perception. You can buy the books here. It's not too late for filling up Christmas stocking yet.

This Little Birdie Sits on a Tree

I have a major weakness upon birds. Especially cute ones like these. Yumiyumi's style is overall simple, cute, but does not lack of interesting details and delicacy!

These are simply the things that you buy, wrap, and can't wait to hang on your wall. Adore, everyone.

The Ugly Little Bird #2

Trouble comes when the whole forest is on fire. Little birdie can't save himself, neither can his family. They say goodbye as little ugly bird lets his family go on without him. The family flee and they never see him again.

Even More Japanese Stuff!

Can't get enough of them. Why can I think of these when I'm working?

More Japanese Stuff!

Did I mention that I am soooo envious with the Japanese kids? Not only they seem to be born with this draw-anything-it'll-some-up-cute-and/or-look good, they are also blessed with good to be true products! Wanna enjoy some of Japanese design goodies?




I'm not sure about shopping here, though, I can't even read the price.
ooo I'm in love with the stool box! You can actually sit on something cute!

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Books for Christmas Presents

If your child is a bookworm and can get much happier this Christmas than pulling out a book from his/her stocking, here's a list of unconventional books I love.

Hope he/she'll scream in delight and love you more as a parent.

Clockwise from upper left : furry book that will teach them not to be afraid of monsters, but love them (Spiderbite's Nightmare Snatcher), vintage robots journal for little boys out for an adventure from Doublebooked, and seeing spots book for any kids who love too see things differently (600 Black Spots : a pop-up book)



*Note* Might not work with teenagers.

The Ugly Little Bird #1

It's from a book I illustrated and actually wrote myself. It's a simple fable with obvious good moral. I hope the children will like this. Done in watercolor on paper, scan, and put into a layout.
The text is in Indonesian.

Anyway..

The story is about a little bird who doesn't grow as well as his brothers, his feathers are short and dull, his wings not developing, shortly, he can't fly.
All and all, his family love him though.

Win Yourself a Bunch of Gifts this Christmas!

Modish is having a really huge give away! Really huge, if you know what I mean.
The whole package reaches a total of $2,161! Now, how do you beat a giveaway like this?

Unfortunately international reader (like myself) can't compete in this giveaway.
If you are a resident of the United States, what are you waiting for?

Just follow the rules here. And indulge!

This Week's Eyecandy

Nothing's cuter than small rubber stamp..It's great for stocking stuffer this Christmas too.

All stamps by Norajane.

Japanese Christmas Children Book

Oh how I love vintage Christmas books. Especially when it's in Japan. Not that I speak the language, I just adore how Japanese illustrate and design their stuff. I don't know how they do that but everything they design and illustrate always come out beautiful.

I have been a children book illustrator for 5 years and I am far beyond the Japanese's level in illustrating. Sigh.

Just see for yourself and enjoy.




You can find and buy these book here.