Category Archives: Handmade.

International Friends!

Posted on January 12, 2013 by fluffyghost| 3 Comments

Hey all!

Hope everyone is having a great weekend so far…

Since starting Fluffyghost one of my all time favourite things I have enjoyed the most via this website is the connections I have made with people who share the same passion as me for kawaii around the world.

It helps open your eyes to culture, friendship and of course more kawaii that you might not have been able to locate or have known.

I’ve been lucky to share swapping experiences with these lovely ladies and be included in the care package network (as I like to think of it).  You just can’t beat coming home to a super cute parcel when you’ve had a rather crappy day, as it really goes to show that someone on the other side of the world really does give a damn about your well-being… and that feeling just cannot be beaten!

So here is a what I was blessed to receive this year for Christmas from the most awesome ladies ever:

I am truly grateful to have such awesome international friends. Getting to know you all, exchanging parcels and just the kawaii community in general always brightens up my day. 
I hope to one day meet you all in the flesh.

I would just like to add also that there are a few more parcels that should have been included in this post but I just can’t seem to locate the photos on my computer. But you lovely ladies know who you are and how thankful to your friendship I am.

Well thats enough of me being gushy on the internet for one day haha!
Im off to see Les Mis in the cinema.

Take care,

Posted in Accessories, Cats, Christmas, Craft Swaps., Crafts, Custom art., Cute Critters., Handmade., Hello Kitty, inspiration, Kawaii, Kawaii Crafting, Parcels, Personal Swaps., Photo Dump, Plush, San - X, Sanrio, Special occasions, Stationary

Halloween Nail Art.

Posted on October 23, 2012 by fluffyghost| Leave a comment

Hey hey!

I’ve always admired nail art, the skill set and talent gone into each individual design. I really wish I had the patience, as I would be doing awesome designs such as these cuties…

These are literally to die for!

 (Halloween nail art Via: Black Coffee.)

Kawaii and spooky one of my personal favourite collaborations!

Gotta dash, see you all tomorrow.

L……………..x

Posted in Candy, Cosmetics, Crafts, Decorating, Fashion, Halloween, Handmade., Japanese Culture, Kawaii

Halloween Bento

Posted on October 22, 2012 by fluffyghost| Leave a comment

Hey guys,

As some of you might know I’ve recently started work as a graphics designer/ trainee programmer…Meaning I’ve not had much time to update FluffyGhost. However I’m setting myself a new goal to post on my lunch hour each day as of now. So my posts may be short and sweet but hey a small post is better then none no?

Gosh there’s me rambling on again…

Any who as Halloween is around the corner this little bento has caught my eye:

(Image Via: FluffyGhost pinterest.)

Korilakkuma and Kiiroitori never looked so adorable in Halloween wear till this festive bento lunch. Love!!

Must dash…

Take care,

Posted in Bento, Cooking, Food, Handmade., Japanese Culture, Kawaii, San - X

FluffyGhost Store Restock!

Posted on September 10, 2012 by fluffyghost| 2 Comments

Hey guys!

So after a long wait I’ve finally updated my Etsy store! Hurray!

I plan to keep on adding bits through out the rest of the year when I get some more free time.  Especially for those festive seasons ahead!

Here’s some of my personal favourites:

(Rainbow Magical Fantasy Fairy Dust Necklaces via: Fluffyghost Etsy.)

Super kawaii glass fairy dust pendants attached to a brightly coloured chain. I really love the sheer contrast of these they really do make an adorable statement piece! Perfect for young and old alike.

(Kawaii Lolita Bear Brooch via: Fluffyghost Etsy)

This brooch is super kawaii! Perfect for any lolita, fairy kei girl looking to spruce up their wardrobe for this Autumn coming. It also has a vintage feel about it almost Alice in Wonderland inspired. This is a one-off creation so if you’re looking for something unique this is it!

(Green Japanese Kokeshi Doll Dangle Earrings via: Fluffyghost Etsy)

For all those Japan lovers out there! You cannot go wrong with these traditional Kokeshi doll in kimono’s earrings.  

(Fantasy Rainbow Fairy Kei Cluster Necklace via: Fluffyghost Etsy)

A stunning fantasy inspired cluster necklace attached to a purple metal chain.
This truly is an eye-catching piece that looks  magical in the sun!

It’s a one-off creation so your never have to worry about bumping into copycats again!

I shall continue to update FluffyGhost Etsy store so be sure to check it out here for tons of handmade kawaii!

I shall include some freebies with every order too. 

Take care & see you all very soon!

L…………..x

Posted in Accessories, Crafts, Etsy, Fashion, Handmade., Japanese Culture, Jewelry, Kawaii, New products!, Online store.

Make Your Own Korilakkuma Curry!

Posted on September 5, 2012 by fluffyghost| 1 Comment

Hey all!

So these last few nights I’ve been getting into YouTube tutorials when I stumbled across the cutest channel ever: The Kawaii Kakkoii Sugoi Show!

She currently has two of the most cutest food D.I.Y’s on her feed that I think everyone should try at least once.

So here’s how to make your own Korilakkuma curry: (It states Rilakkuma but as its white I thought Korilakkuma was much more fitting.)

So adorable & neatly presented…The instructions are very easy to follow and I love the pace of the whole video, which I personally think would make this experience much more enjoyable. (Theres nothing worse than not being able to keep up with the details given & just creating a giant mess…Very frustrating!) Plus she has the cutest home ware ever that just makes this D.I.Y irresistible! 

If any one makes this D.I.Y then please email me at: fluffyghost@hotmail.co.uk

I would love to share your creations. Im definitely going to try this one, as soon as I get some curry mix! 

Take care,

L………….x

Posted in Bento, Cooking, Cute Critters., Food, Handmade., Japanese Culture, Kawaii, San - X

Jeremy Scott-Inspired DIY Winged Sneakers!

Posted on August 13, 2012 by fluffyghost| 1 Comment

Hey all!

Time certainly can feel like an illusion sometimes…Can’t believe it’s almost been a month since my last post. Oh dear!

It’s good to announce that I am not dead, and that I shall do my best to post more often.

So to make it up to you awesome people, I have a week stuffed full of kawaii. From projects, must haves and a fantastic interview with Amy from Cakes With Faces.

I’ve just recently found Kawaii D.I.Y and have madly fallen in love with this kawaii  lady’s projects. I love D.I.Y’s but the problem I tend to find is that most can be quite expensive gathering the materials. Unless you’re a craft supplies hoard like moi. (But then again even I tend to be an item sort here and there.) But look no further as cute doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg anymore:

 Jeremy Scott-Inspired DIY Winged Sneakers image via: Kawaii-diy

These are seriously adorable! An easy make that you can create with your favourite pumps in less than an hour: Just costing you under a £5 for supplies.

I love projects that I can finish in a day and this is perfect for an instant wardrobe update, or even to make a craft date with a friend of yours.

 Jeremy Scott-Inspired DIY Winged Sneakers image via: Kawaii-diy

To see the full D.I.Y just click here.

If anyone takes part in this awesome project then please send your photos to fluffyghost@hotmail.co.uk I would love to see all your finished creations and designs.

Take care and I’ll see you all bright and early tomorrow!

L………..x

Posted in Accessories, Artists., Crafts, Custom art., Decorating, Fashion, Handmade., inspiration, Kawaii, Kawaii Crafting

Kuma Crafts!

Posted on July 19, 2012 by fluffyghost| 2 Comments

How I love thee!

I have been quite a big fan of Kuma Crafts for some time now. I can remember when they first started out with a handful of original designs… Which instantly got me hooked of course & I can be quite picky when it comes to kawaii jewellery.

I must admit I haven’t been this impressed with an Etsy store in a long time. Each time I pop by I am always delighted to see new and even cuter designs. My purse is sure paying for it.

Heres my most recent/naughty splurge:

I love the Nyan cone design so much! I am the ultimate sucker for a kawaii cat design, Nyan Nyan Nyanko or Maneki Neko…So when I saw this design I just had to have instantly!

I am dead impressed with the T-shirt, it’s dead comfy, good quality and the necklace is to die for. I adore all the detail and love that has gone into this acrylic pendant. Definitely worth the price for the workmanship gone into it! I was also touched by the kawaii cat phone charm freebie in my order. Dead lovely and really finished up my order to a “T”.

I thought I should share all of my Kuma Crafts necklace collection as its starting to grow to a decent size:

The first ever Kuma Crafts necklace I ordered was the lilac cat pendant. It has lasted the test of time and I still love it to this day. The second necklace was by chance/luck as I had just recently at the time liked the Kuma Crafts Facebook page…Turned out by doing so I had entered into a giveaway I wasn’t aware of and won!!! I was so gobsmacked and overjoyed to had discovered my pure luck! So I got to choose the gold glittery tiger necklace. (Which sadly broke due me being clumsy, only the loop was damaged so I plan on turning it into a brooch soon as its far to kawaii to be wasted.)

I then went crazy and purchased the Sailor Moon necklaces as I grew up watching this as many of us has and been a life long fan since. I really love her take on the designs there just perfect as well as being affordable as a lot of Sailor Moon merchandise is quite expensive…Especially if it is vintage.

I then received the bunny necklace recently as a gift from my awesome kawaii sister Ella Kitty. She had won it in the Super Cute Kawaii giveaway and well I just adore her so much for thinking of me. (I’m currently wearing this one now!)

Which takes us up to date to my Nyan cone order. Hurray!!

I love each and every part of my Kuma Crafts collection, from the necklaces, top & phone charm. I shall be back in the future that for sure is guaranteed.

Here’s what I currently have my eye on:

Image via: Kuma Crafts Etsy.

I need this Maneki Neko T-shirts so badly! Either the one in blue or pink or possibly both! I loved her necklace design of it too, although she does not have any more in her store I shall be keeping my eye open for that if its restocked.

Om Nom Nom Kitty Necklace via: Kuma Crafts Etsy.

I need this cutie pie too! It’s just so damn adorable!

As you can see I am by far a Kuma Crafts Junkie! I really do just love that store so much. I could list all my desires but we would be here all day. So I shall leave this post at that.

Do stop by her store and say hi as Kuma Crafts really is just that awesome!

Take care,

L…………..x

Posted in Accessories, Artists., Cats, Crafts, Custom art., Fashion, Handmade., inspiration, Japanese Culture, Jewelry, Kawaii, Online store., Review's, Shopping

Birthday Goodness!

Posted on July 9, 2012 by fluffyghost| 7 Comments

Hey all!

On Saturday I turned 20, no longer a teenager! Gosh…

Doesn’t feel any different though I must admit.

I had a really awesome lazy day. Going out to eat, playing my games, having my partner be my butler for a day haaha. Was pretty damn good doing nothing. As I couldn’t be bothered to have the pressure to have to do something. Plus this is the 4th year it has rained on my birthday! This being the first it hasn’t mattered!

Soo yay!

*Be warned this post is going to be very photo heavy!*

I was truly spoilt! I want to thank family and friends for making my day so special and for all of you’re stunning gifts you gave me & for those to come also!

It’s days like this when you can’t help but know your loved and by whom.

Wouldn’t trade that serenity for all the money in the world. 

Well there we have it! I’m getting old!! :O

Haha, well take care see you all soon!

L……………..x

 

Posted in Accessories, Baking, Candy, Cats, Custom art., Cute Critters., Events, Family, Fashion, Food, Games, Good New's, Handmade., Hello Kitty, Home., Instagram, Jewelry, Kawaii, San - X, Sanrio, Special occasions, Stationary, Studio Ghibli, Wishlist

The Most Adorable Swaps! Part 2.

Posted on July 4, 2012 by fluffyghost| 3 Comments

Hey!

So onward with part 2 of this post.

I was super excited to be swapping with Carmie from Flickr again as she knows my kawaii taste very well.

So heres the parcel:

I love it when people draw and decorate there parcels. It just brightens up your post you know? She also drew the cutest bunny girl on the back, but I didn’t take a photo.

It was like a kawaii anime paradise when I opened up this parcel.  From Hamtaro, PreCure, Ruby from Jewel Pets, Totoro & Pikachu! I am a very happy bunny!

Aswell as Hello Kitty, Rilakkuma, Sugarbunnies and tons of kawaii knick knacks. I really love Carmies accessories too. She picks out the cutest of jewellery as well as making some. I have been truly spoilt! She also got the Lolita Hello Kitty, Ruby drawstring bag & tumbler especially made for me!

There is not a single item I do not like or am not to fond of. You know you have an awesome swapper when this is the case!

I really feel so blessed to be doing swaps like these. I remember when I first started out, seeing swaps like these was like a dream come true. And it still feels like that these days to. I would spend hours searching the net and staring at photos on Flickr, wishing that I could somehow participate! I must admit it takes some time to build up your reputation and you have to sieve out all the flakers. I have been flaked a total of 3 times and the feeling sucks so much! But once you meet some great people world-wide who wants to trade and respects the process of swaps it becomes very rewarding! It’s amazing that from a simple exchange you can brighten up someones day and make them happy.

So there we have it! Another successful swap. Stay tune for the photos of the swaps I’ve sent. I never upload any before the person gets it. Would hate to be a spoiler.

Take care!

L…………….x

Posted in Accessories, Anime, Cute Critters., Handmade., Hello Kitty, Jewelry, Kawaii, Parcels, Personal Swaps., Plush, San - X, Sanrio, Secret Addict, Stationary, Studio Ghibli

The Most Adorable Swaps! Part 1.

Posted on July 3, 2012 by fluffyghost| 1 Comment

Hey!

The Summer is always a busy season, so when things get a little “ahhh.” its great to get those pick me ups. Kawaii of course!

So here are two amazing swaps I’ve recently got through the post.

This incredible swap is from Michelle from Flickr. I’ve never had so many of my wish list items come true at once. I was ecstatic!

The Hello Kitty ghost line is one of my favourite lines by Hello Kitty. But so hard to track any down here in the UK. To get so much from the TuxedoSam goodies, some of my favourite anime plush, kawaii cats and to top it all off some amazing handmade stamps. I was made!

This is the second half of Michelle’s swap to me. (It started out as one giant swap but got cut into two sendable swaps haha.) Craft heaven! So many stunning moulds and clay. I’ve not been able to put it down! The Rilakkuma moulds are being used as ice cube trays: Im going to make some chocolates with them too. I also love the Sugar Bunny bag and Hello Kitty socks.

Everything was just perfect and very me. 

I can’t currently show what I’ve sent her as she doesn’t know yet and I didn’t take a full photo of everything to date together.

So i’ll ask if I can borrow her photo when she takes it. 

Be back tomorrow with part two of this post!

Take care,

L……………..x

Posted in Accessories, Anime, Cats, Craft Swaps., Crafts, Cute Critters., Fashion, Handmade., Hello Kitty, Kawaii, Kawaii Crafting, Parcels, Personal Swaps., Plush, San - X, Sanrio, Wishlist