yeevon's illustrations

Little Red Market

2012-02-26T16:16:00.001+08:00

My first market went smoothly yesterday :D A sunny day, a little rain in the afternoon, then the sky was clear again. It was an unusual experience as I got to meet everyone face to face, not just through a computer screen and chatting via the keyboard (haha). Here are some snapshots for the market.Love the vibrant handmade cushion stools by one of the vendors.One of the organizers, Melissa.Her

In progress - Little Red Market

2012-02-14T22:08:00.000+08:00

I'm in the midst of preparing for my first craft market!Here are some sneak peaks...More info about the Little Red Market:Website / Facebook / Flickr

Baby Shower Invitations

2012-02-07T22:50:00.001+08:00

I've fallen in love with pastel colours lately: baby teal, soft beige, pastel pink... you name them all :) And I'm putting them into my new baby shower invitations here. Lovely little skunk with baby teal ribbon...Little fox and rabbit with the spring flowers and berries...And their matching Thank Yous.They can be personalized to birthday party or baby announcement too. Now available in the shop

Free Whimsy Whimsical Annual Planner

2012-02-06T20:53:00.003+08:00

"We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year's Day." - Edith Lovejoy Pierce Even though I think that New Year's Day should be something like a Table of Contents when you start to write down your new year resolutions, yet this is still my favourite quote for a good start of a year (though

Seven Dancing Doves

2012-02-04T23:45:00.000+08:00

It has been quite a while since I drew my girl illustration... Here's a new one which I have just finished recently :) Seven Dancing DovesMay the doves are like our inner light, giving guidance and strength whenever you need them, and bringing peace and love to us :) p/s: I love how her hair flows in the wind!

Spring Notecards

2012-01-30T23:33:00.000+08:00

I don't have much new notecard designs for this spring except for these two, which I adore very much :)Spring nap with the little rabbits..and ever wonder what the two little foxes are chatting about?Hope you love them as much as I do! They are available HERE.

Stickers for Spring Collection 2012

2012-01-15T02:18:00.000+08:00

Here are the new sets of stickers / bookplates for our Spring Collection!I kinda like how the colors of the markers match perfectly with my pen drawn illustration. The sweet pink, red and beige for the flowers are beautiful :) Perhaps I should do more this into my illustrations.. They are available in the shop HERE. A great weekend to you all!

Spring Flowers Collection - Pillow Covers & Tote Bags

2012-01-09T23:45:00.001+08:00

Just a quick update of what I have added to my envelop shop lately :) Sweet and adorable pillow covers!I love the plentiful flowers around them, which just make them look even cuter. The top one with fox (front) and skunk (back) is my favourite one so far. Yes, two little forest animals on one pillow cover~ Also available as tote bags! :D Here are some others featuring my Woodland Critters

Happy Spring in Whimsy Greeting Card Set

2012-01-03T23:30:00.000+08:00

Whimsy families are all excited about the coming spring :)Some of them are really nice for Valentine's Day :)The Happy Spring in Whimsy Greeting Cards are available both individual card or a set of 5 HERE. Coming next, stickers!! :DWeeeee...! Have a great week!

Whimsy Whimsical Spring Collection 2012

2012-01-02T02:07:00.000+08:00

Here are some sneak peaks for my comingSpring Collection 2012 for Whimsy Whimsical Paper Goods :) The prints are HERE!Greeting cards are coming soon. Stay tuned!

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

2011-12-21T22:20:00.000+08:00

Sorry that I have been absent from blogging :)Just wanna wish everyone a Wonderful Christmas & a Marvellous 2012 <3 All the best and enjoy the last bits of 2011! Countdown: 11 days left! Cheers and love,Yee Von & Whimsy Whimsical

Christmas Items in Progress

2011-08-10T11:17:00.000+08:00

I'm in the midst of preparing new paper good designs for this coming Christmas and planning to list them gradually throughout the month of August and September :DNewly added writing set to the shop too~! Come with a set of 12 or 25 :)Can't wait for Christmas!

New Whimsy Bookplates & Envelope Labels 2011

2011-08-10T11:05:00.000+08:00

Here are some new items which I have already listed to the shop Here.Cute little skunk playing with party garlands~I love stickers :D

Christmas Sale in July

2011-07-03T23:01:00.000+08:00

I'm having Christmas Sale in July for both of my shops here and here~ You can use the discount code YEEVON15 for Yeevon's Illustrations and WHIMSY15 for Whimsy Whimsical Paper Goods to get 15% OFF Everything :)I have been away from blogging for such a long time but hopefully I will slowly pick up again after I settle most of my stuff soon :D :D Just some new items that I have added to the shop in

Happy Easter & Whimsical Spring Notecards

2011-04-24T00:21:00.000+08:00

Whimsy Whimsical's new spring collection of notecards is here~I love the polka dots, scalloped shapes and the sweet subtle color palettes :) I will be taking things slower especially in Month of May to finish off few deadlines and also get some rest *yes, I need some rest I need some rest I need some rest* April has been a really busy month for me when everything clashes together and I have

Like Shooting Stars

2011-04-12T22:47:00.000+08:00

Can we pretend that airplanesIn the night skyAre like shooting starsI could really use a wish right now (wish right now, wish right now) Can we pretend that airplanesIn the night skyAre like shooting starsI could really use a wish right now (wish right now, wish right now){via B.o.b. - Airplanes Lyrics} Recently I've been listening to a lot of B.O.B's 'Airplanes' and happened to discover this

Whimsy Pillow Cases II

2011-04-12T01:41:00.000+08:00

You know, sometimes I do think I'm a bit workaholic. I even squeeze time to design some pillow covers, even in this busy schedule...... -_______- But I guess there is a reason why I overworked and make myself overwhelmed with everything. Perhaps I'm feeling a little insecure about my future... or could be I'm lacking confidence in what I'm doing... Oh well, anyhow, maybe it's time for me to take

Whimsy Greeting Cards

2011-04-06T22:47:00.000+08:00

I have been lacking of new post and blogs-checking lately as there are too much things to deal with in these few months @_@ It feels like tons and tons of paper works piling on top of your shoulders *take a deep breath* I kinda feel bad to post only once a week nonetheless I will try my best to have new updates every week :) As spring has arrived and I've decided to add more colors to the shop~

Party Invitation Sets

2011-03-31T00:20:00.001+08:00

Here are some new invitation sets for the coming spring party (or any party!), addition to my previous sets of the rabbits and the bear & fox :D :D Whimsy Whimsical Forest is expanding by welcoming little skunk (with the colorful party hat!) to join the family~ I will have more of his illustrations very soon in future :) You can find more of their details Here. Also, months ago I have a request

Envelop Totebags and Pot Holders

2011-03-29T19:29:00.000+08:00

I just can't help but smiling like a Cheshire cat that my new designs are approved and here they are in my Envelop shop Here~!The week is starting off with some good news :) What have you been working on this week? Do share if you have any interesting projects going on!

New Postcards Set

2011-03-27T00:17:00.000+08:00

I'm having new postcards set in the shop now, printed from some of my girl illustrations :D They come in set with matching envelopes and envelope seals! They have been wondering in my mind for quite some time and I have decided to give them a go~Postcards set available at Here. Currently, I'm the progress of changing the look of my girl illustration shop. She definitely need a new identity

Hear My Prayer

2011-03-24T00:43:00.003+08:00

Let us pray that the darkness of the night will pass, and here comes the light of hope. May all of us are blessed with love.Even The Darkest Night Will Passvia poem by hollydar Even the darkest night will pass, The cut of the knife will slowly heal, Those enraged eyes will one day smile, No more pain your heart will feel. So don't give in, don't despair, To take your life would be unfair To those

Whimsy Invites & Stickers

2011-03-11T01:46:00.000+08:00

There are quite a few new items I have added to my Whimsy Whimsical today :) And they are the spring invitations and matching stickers which I mentioned earlier!I kinda love the rabbits version, as if I could hear Mrs Rabbit whispering softly "Dear, have you washed your hand yet?" (haha).Mr Bear and Mr Fox are having their fabulous berry cupcakes again~ I just can't have enough of the berries!

Those Mini Whimsical Gift Tags

2011-03-04T22:58:00.000+08:00

Weekend is coming and I can't wait to let myself to have enough rest and also to finish off the new invitation designs :) Sometimes it is hard to balance up the working life with a lot of others obligations and commitments. But as long as we are happy of what we are doing and trying our best, that is the most important thing. A quick shop update of new whimsical mini gift tags which are

Whimsical Mini Notepad Sets

2011-03-01T22:23:00.001+08:00

Another busy week for me and piles of stuff waiting for me to 'tick' them off the list @_@ I'm trying my best and keeping the fingers crossed that the later of the week will get better. Just a little quick update on the new sets of mini notepad that I have brought into my whimsical shop Here. Each set of them is like having their own stories: the lasting friendship between the bear and the fox

Some Sneak Peak

2011-02-26T21:18:00.000+08:00

Last week was a mess for me trying to handle different tasks all together (and they still not done yet!) @_@ I realize there's a pattern in my life which reminiscent of an ebb and flow wave. At times you can't find anything to do, other times you just have too much things to do. Nonetheless it will make you appreciate free time even more when you are busy, or longing for something to work on when

Handmade Whimsical Tags

2011-02-21T22:56:00.000+08:00

Just wanna say thank you to the beautiful comments and encouragements I have gotten from last post :) Recently, I find myself busy keeping up with the shop updates with new designs and illustrations, my day job and my rest time. I kinda like the way it is now, take a day off when I'm not in the mood, or just put them aside for a while when I'm too busy. It's a good feeling when everything is more

Those Stories You Told Me

2011-02-19T22:34:00.000+08:00

Those stories that you told me, every night in my dreams. I will still remember, when I wake up in the morning.This 'Those Stories You Told Me' is the 4th illustration in my 'Cumulous Whispers' series. Available at my shop HERE for 8x10 or 5x7. Recently I've been having the feeling of so close yet so far to certain thing that I really want. And it's driving me crazy! Oh how much I wish I could

Update Tonight

2011-02-19T17:32:00.001+08:00

A quiet Saturday afternoon and finishing up my new girl illustration, which will be in the shop tonight :) Max is taking his short nap beside me, snuggling in his towel / play toy / blanket. His hair is getting longer now. I can't help but to snap few photos of his sleepy face XD He just gets too sleepy and ignores me XD I wonder what is he dreaming of...

Spring Stickers / Sneak Peak

2011-02-16T00:43:00.001+08:00

Just added 2 new stickers set to my Whimsical shop Here, taken from my illustrations of 'I Love Spring Time' and 'Can You Hear the Whispers of My Heart'. Hopefully they can be something lovely for the spring time, or even the coming Easter~ Also, here is a little sneak peak for the girl illustration, the fourth in the Cumulous Whispers series. Just something about what's going on in my mind

Whimsy Pillow Cases

2011-02-12T20:10:00.004+08:00

I have been thinking a lot lately about my career directions in this 2011. One month has passed and another 11 more to go. If my slacking attitude is still here, I might achieve less than I would imagined... Hence, working harder is a must! By saying that, I have added two more designs to my envelop shop XD The 'Can You Hear the Whispers in My Heart' & 'Glad to Have You by My Side' are now

New Whimsical Notecards

2011-02-10T23:23:00.001+08:00

Remember my last whimsical spring post of the rabbits notecard Here? I have added two more to the collections: the owls and squirrels~ These notecards can be personalized with your name or any quotes you love, or even into wedding invitations, thank yous and save the dates :)Currently available at my whimsy shop Here. Weekend is coming soon again* and may all of you have a wonderful week!

The Silent Whispers

2011-02-09T00:10:00.001+08:00

There are a lot of whispering from my hearts that I wish you could know, but somehow I can't put them into words. So instead, I hope 'they' will let you know my thoughts... New print for my 'Cumulous Whispers' which depicts my inner emotions lately :) Available at my shop Here right now~

New Frame / Whimsy Updates

2011-02-05T00:18:00.001+08:00

The rain has finally stopped just before the day of Chinese New Year. The sun came out and the temperature in my room has risen to an uncomfortable state. Now I kinda missed the cooling breeze of the rainy days... Oh man, I'm so hard to please XD The other day, I bought two white frames (I love white colour!) to frame some of my works :) They are looking good and tidy on my desk now. That will

Rainy days

2011-01-31T21:55:00.001+08:00

It has been raining a lot in my place lately whilst there are only few days away from the Chinese New Year festival. I spent my Sunday afternoon sending Max off for grooming (to join us for the celebration XD), having hazelnut iced chocolate at the Starbucks while waiting for him. The crowds were busy shopping for new clothes and shoes even though it was raining. Snuggling into the couch and

Whimsical Forest Animals Greeting Cards

2011-01-26T00:14:00.001+08:00

I'm having a slow update this month to sort out a lot of things. Particularly my emotions and realisation that I'm no longer able to take my own sweet time in creating illustrations like I used to be. It is going to a year soon ever since I started my first girl illustration. But when I glance back to my journey, I would still like to walk further and see how things are going to evolve in future.

Can You Hear the Whispers in My Heart

2011-01-16T22:12:00.000+08:00

Sometimes when you have met with the right person, you'll hear a little voice in your heart whispering "That's him... That's the one..." Or you can replaced 'Him' with 'Her' :) Here is the new set of notecards featuring the story of Mr Rabbit's love for Mrs Rabbit.They are available in notecards, tags and mini tags in my shop Here.I had a crazy weekend preparing and making new items for the shop.

Notecards Sneak Peak

2011-01-13T23:41:00.000+08:00

It has been a busy week for me so I haven't got the chance to snap photos for few new sets of notecards which I have finished. Moreover, the weather was cloudy and moody due to the monsoon season. Hopefully it will be sunny day this weekend, with plenty of beautiful sunlights for me to snap nice pretty photos of them :) Just a very short glimpse on the next coming notecards set~ Have a wonderful

Whimsical Spring Notecards

2011-01-12T00:24:00.001+08:00

I like spring :) When the winter is slowly transiting into spring, that is when you can spot cherry blossom starting to bloom along the roadside, either in subtle pink or white. When I was in Melbourne, I used to bring my camera around and snap any cherry blossom whenever I found one :D They are really beautiful and only last for a short while, which make them very precious. Here are few new sets

My first week in 2011

2011-01-05T11:43:00.000+08:00

Christmas and New Year were just over and I'm starting to prepare for the coming Spring XD Hence, as for these few coming months, there might be a lot of soft and sweet pastel tone with plenty flowers, hearts and ladybugs in the whimsy illustrations! Also, I'm thinking of adding few more members maybe like Woodpecker, skunk or perhaps little deer to the whimsy family. If you have any animals that

The Year of 2010

2010-12-29T11:17:00.000+08:00

Each year is passing by as quickly as it can be, leaving nothing much to reflect and trace back. When you look at it, 5 years time of my life doesn't consider as a short period of time. Yet when I looked back where I was 5 years ago, every incident, tears and joy, obstacle and discovery had just slipped through my fingers like a gentle mild breeze, leaving only the memories. Ever since a small

I'm back & Merry Christmas To You

2010-12-21T12:01:00.000+08:00

Finally, most of my matters are settled last week so I'm getting back to my usual schedules of making more artworks and updating blogs :) A very exciting news came to me last night to freshen up my Monday. My interview with Unicorn Dream Magazine is published and they have put up the online version to their website! They are one of my favourite magazines because of their dreamy and delicate

Shop Updates

2010-12-12T01:26:00.000+08:00

My full time job is getting busier and busier hence I have to miss few blog updates for these two weeks. Not to mention the new illustration that I have to keep her aside for a while... aiks! I feel sorry for her! Hopefully this tight schedule will loosen up after 17 December when the college holiday starts. I really respect those who can balance their time in multiple tasks well because really,

New Art Lockets & Pendant Necklaces

2010-12-07T00:21:00.000+08:00

These beautiful brass lockets and pendant necklaces are handmade by heartworksbylori. She creates beautiful wearable arts and the illustrations are secured with glass-like resin for protection and shine effect. The moment I received them in my mail box, I was so delighted (and nervous) that I almost tore the box with my bare hands... hahaha! I love them so much! My photos are not sharp enough

Mini Love Tags

2010-12-01T14:17:00.001+08:00

New mini love tags had added to my shop last night but I was too sleepy to post them in the blog =p I'm getting tired easily nowadays so I'm looking forward to take some break soon in middle/end of December. My last recharge was around September when I came back to Malaysia. So, I guess it is time for another one so I will have more energy to welcome the new 2011~ *2010 is ending soon!*The tags

Thank You from the Bottom of my Heart

2010-11-26T22:44:00.000+08:00

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone ♥ New added notecard sets to my paper good shop. These two illustrations are very dearest to me because they are the very first whimsical animals that I have drawn and they are the one who had inspired me to continue my forest animals theme until today :) Initially, they were in the mini notecard size but it is slowly running out right now. So I re-draw and have

Just For You Tags / Oh, Butterflies on My Stomach Tags

2010-11-23T19:07:00.000+08:00

New added handmade tags, featuring my illustrations of 'Just For You' and 'Oh, Butterflies on My Stomach'. I love the soft tone hues they have turned out which are really sweet and whimsical :)Mr Bear is soooo shy *hearts* Yesterday, I had added two new ribbon colors into my collections: a thin black and a deep olive green which look very classical. Nowadays, I bought paper materials and ribbons

Glad to Have You By My Side

2010-11-20T23:03:00.000+08:00

Sometimes, it's nice to have someone close by to support you in whatever you're doing. A simple 'well done', 'you're doing great', 'I love what you're doing' or 'I love you' is sweet and overwhelming :) Whether they are your family, lover or supporters! New notecards set featuring the day Mr & Mrs Squirrel tied their knot under the oak tree, when they have decided to spend every single day of

Valentine Notecards

2010-11-18T19:20:00.001+08:00

I know it is a bit early for Valentine but showing affection to your loves one or simply telling them how much you miss them can be all-year-round :) Inspired by the love stories from whimsical forest couples, here are some notecards set and greeting cards for you to spread the love~ Just For You Greeting Card which is inspired by the memorable day when Mr Rabbit confessed to Mrs Rabbit. Talk

Whimsical Gift Tags

2010-11-16T23:39:00.000+08:00

I particularly fond of this whimsical series maybe because of their shy and sweet expressions. So I'm making few of them into gift tags which can be kept as bookmark or embellish any special gifts :) Whimsical gift tags for owl/squirrel lovers, comes in a set of 6 which available Here. p/s: Valentines theme paper goods to be updated this coming Thursday :D Stay tuned~

Let the Wind Blows

2010-11-14T21:53:00.000+08:00

I love stargazing during the night. My mind always wandering here and there there while looking into the constellations (I can only recognize a few) and how the subtle moonlight makes the clouds glow. Those quiet and personal moments :) A new illustration series inspired by what I love, named "Cumulus Whispers". This is the first illustration for the series, "Let The Wind Blows" which available

Mr Bear Notecards

2010-11-11T17:12:00.002+08:00

Launching few more whimsical notecards set about Mr Bear's favourite past time today. Being the new member of whimsical family, as gentleman as he can be, Mr Bear still unable to resist the temptation of one of his favourites (beside the berries): the honey. Often we caught him invites himself over to the bee's house party and keep most of the honey (in fact, all) to himself. If you need some

Inspirational Artist - Kei Acedera

2010-11-10T15:16:00.000+08:00

I wish I could find more words to describe how fascinated I am towards the beautiful and whimsical artworks created by Kei Acedera but I think her artworks themselves speak much louder =p. Her imaginative characters created with delicate pencil strokes and soft pastel hues had lured me into her world of fantasy :) There is something very sweet exists within her artworks that makes me happy. More

Tags for Tuesday / New Schedule

2010-11-09T19:37:00.000+08:00

Months ago when I just started my blog, I had set myself a schedule that I would have new illustration on every Tuesday, Inspirations on every Wednesday, Notecard for Thursday and some Sneak Peak on Sunday. Somehow along the way I was distracted by other projects and the schedules were all mixed up (some went missing) except for the Inspirations Wednesday.. XD But then again, they are back! But

Mr Bear - New whimsical family member

2010-11-05T19:45:00.001+08:00

Welcome the new member of the whimsical family - Mr Bear! I could have thought of a better name or perhaps I could call him Mr Grizzly Bear but he is nothing close to the magnificent and mighty Grizzly Bear. Instead, he is very gentle and often enjoy his quiet afternoon napping under the shades or brew himself a cup of Earl Grey tea! There will be more of his stories along with other whimsical

Inspirations - Sweet Bestiary

2010-11-03T22:17:00.000+08:00

I have been looking into badges lately as they are simple accessories that can give a new look to my existing clothing, which I have been wearing over and over again. My clothes are usually plain and simple so something unique and not too complicated would be better :) These little special brooches are made by Flor Panichelli from Sweet Bestiary. Each of the artworks is hand-sculpted and they are

Whimsy Updates

2010-10-30T21:36:00.000+08:00

Just updated few christmas theme items to Whimsy Whimsical Paper Goods. I shall let the pictures do the talking :)I think I really went too far in creating the tags, no doubt they are so much fun to make =p Perhaps I should make more notecards for special occasion like birthdays or anniversaries? Time to take a short break to enjoy my weekend :) Lovely weekend and Happy Halloween! xxYee Von

Inspirational Artist - Nikko Barber

2010-10-27T19:12:00.001+08:00

My respected lecturer just paid us a visit today and one of the student asked him a question, which I guess for every artist and illustrator at some point of their life will ask the very same question 'How do you find your style?' When come to a style that is going to distinct you from the rest of the world, there will never be a written instruction on how to define and where to find your own

Jingle Jingle~

2010-10-25T02:20:00.000+08:00

Even though Halloween is only a week away, yet my shop is ready for holiday season~! It is my favourite festive celebration of the year because not only about the presents but also it is the time to gather with friends & family :) And of course, HOLIDAYS! Holiday Notecards SetsHoliday Christmas Tags SetThey can be found Here. On the other hand, pocket mirrors featuring my illustrations are also

Inspirational Artist - Leanne Ellis

2010-10-20T16:31:00.000+08:00

Girls drawn by Leanne Ellis, an illustrator who lives in South Wales, tell their stories through the captivating look of their eyes and wistful smiles. Her artworks portray the softness and delicate of her girls and around the world. I love how gentle is her pencil strokes along with the soft pastel colour palettes. They reminded the sweetness from the old world :) More from her blog Here and

New Whimsy Bookplates & Pendant Necklaces

2010-10-16T23:37:00.000+08:00

Just a short update of something new in both of my etsy shops!New pendant necklace of my illustrations - 'Over The Meadow Field' & rabbit under the tree from 'Luna' have added to my shop HERE. They are ready to go as gifts or keep for yourself :) On the other hand, new sets whimsical bookplates for Whimsy Whimsical Paper Goods~! Each comes with 4 each of 3 different designs! *yippie~* Owl

Inspirations - GoGoSnap

2010-10-13T23:27:00.000+08:00

Starting the month of October, I'm trying something different and will be introducing some inspirational artists along with other artworks from illustrators. This week I'm looking into vintage inspired business cards, calling cards, wedding invitations created by GoGoSnap. Her works has merged her passion of design and enthusiasm of collecting vintage items. I've shared a few of my favourites

Four Little Whimsies - illustrations

2010-10-11T00:49:00.000+08:00

A new series of illustration for my whimsical shop featuring little rabbit greeting the butterfly, the all so wonderful little fox, adorable squirrel that loves sweet nut, and whimsical owl that always play with ribbon. They come in a set too! :D Out of the four little whimsies, which one is your favourite?

New Print Size / Busy Week

2010-10-09T03:29:00.000+08:00

It has been a crazy week working full time during the day and continue my illustrations during the night. I think I'm getting a little exhausted that I almost dozed off typing this post so I just make it short and sweet :) I have added new print size of 11 x 14" to my shop and they are available for both limited edition and open edition of my illustrations. You can pick any of your favourite art

Inspirational Artist - Alberto Cerriteno

2010-10-06T19:12:00.000+08:00

Artist from Mexico, Alberto Cerriteño has a very distinctive style by managing multiple layer of patterns and shapes together with vintage, organic colour palettes to form a richer texture. His monster and animals are fun and sweet which attracts not only the children, but adult like me as well =p More of his cute creatures from his website or blog.

Month of October - My illustrations, My goals, My Etsy

2010-10-02T22:03:00.011+08:00

The month of October marks my 5th month of joining Etsy. Looking back, my journey as an illustrator is relatively short yet every moment and every drawing that I've created, I'm feeling closer to myself. In fact, joining etsy was one of the best decisions I've ever made :) It motivates me to keep drawing and I've even set a goal to have new illustration every week! Yet, the progress of that goal

Inspirational Artist - Kate Wilson

2010-09-29T20:40:00.000+08:00

I'm sure some of you are familiar with this artist with soft delicate style on cute birdie doodling, Kate Wilson. Simple and amazingly detailed, her artworks feature a glimpse of whimsical using pen, inks and watercolours. I must say, I'm so in love with her animal illustrations especially the cutesy chubby little birdie =D What's cuter than a bird wearing cup cake or Charlie Chaplin hat on its

Special gift

2010-09-27T00:01:00.000+08:00

The moment I came back from my trip, I was very delight to see this special gift from my lovely friend Kathryn. Guess what's inside?A lovely handmade vintage lace cuff!! weeee~It is so delicate that I have to handle it with extra care =pIsn't it lovely? The paper butterflies in the envelope also added a little dreamy whimsical to the wonderful gift~Thank you so much for your special gift :) I

FREE SHIPPING

2010-09-20T22:41:00.000+08:00

My etsy shop is having FREE SHIPPING from now until the end of the September month :) However, I will be on a trip from 21st - 23rd September to celebrate my birthday at one of the island in Malaysia~ *sunshine~ beach~ cocktail~ yes, I'm turning 26yrs old!* Best wishes for everybody to have an awesome week! xoxo Yee Von

Inspiration - Roland Tamayo

2010-09-17T18:23:00.000+08:00

Every artist has his or her own source of inspiration. Even though most of them are inspired by nature, but mother nature has so much to be inspired on: be it water, birds, forest animals, clouds, or some by the wondrous sea creatures :) The artworks of Roland Tamayo, interpret his wild imagination through the flying whales and walrus up in the cumulus clouds. His talent of making this huge

Let Me Fly - illustration

2010-09-16T12:03:00.000+08:00

We all have wide wings with strong feathers in our heart and they can get us anywhere. Yet, a lot of times, we are confining ourself in the cold and buried with the snow. Could it be the heavy wings? Or the invisible pressure and responsibility? Whichever reason you're holding yourself under the snow, for even once, try to spread your wings and chase your dreams :) This illustration print is

Sneak Peak Sunday

2010-09-12T23:46:00.000+08:00

Just a little sneak peak for the next coming illustration :) Might be able to finish on Tuesday or perhaps Wednesday? Something about the girl and the sparrow...

Etsy Friday - New Merchandise in the Shop - Wearable Art

2010-09-10T22:10:00.001+08:00

I have always wanted to make wearable arts with my illustrations. Something that is useful and nice to look at, like a pendant necklace. Yet there are a lot to consider especially on the colour and type of pendant, as well as the overall packaging. After a few months of research, I have settled on this simple round pendant that suits my illustration style. Finally, I'm having my very own handmade

Inspiration Wednesday - Anna Emilia

2010-09-08T21:40:00.000+08:00

It takes a lot of patience to become an artist: patience to develop own style, slowly and profoundly patience to nurture an idea before putting it onto canvas, patience to complete the every last details of the artwork beautifully. An artist might not need to say anything about her patience, but we as audience can definitely tell it from her artwork :) So as Anna Emilia who is very patient in

Luna - illustration

2010-09-08T01:16:00.002+08:00

This 'Luna' illustration took me some time to finish but I'm quite happy with the final outcome, especially the details on her dress, the hopping bunnies and colours of the trees. Inspired by Luna, the goddess of the moon, and her repeating life cycle of full, crescent and new moons, seems like no matter how busy I am in my life or how much tasks I need to accomplish, I still need to catch some

New postcard sets

2010-08-27T16:33:00.000+08:00

NOTICE: I will be away from 27 August to 3 September as I will be moving back to my home country Malaysia :) My shop is still open and you're welcome to shop around. Any orders placed after 27 August will only be shipped on 4 September from Malaysia. I will still be answering emails and convos :D Just a quick note before I'm going to finish up my packing, these two new sets are printed from my

New Mini Handmade Notebook

2010-08-25T15:23:00.000+08:00

Few mini handmade notebooks have added to my shop. They can be lovely little gifts to someone special or you can keep them for yourself ♥ Compared to my last sets of whimsical notebook, I have added more pages to these new sets. Each notebook comes with 48 pages so you can use it as a sketchbook as well. They are mini and can be easily kept in your bag and bring around. On the other hand, each

Sneak Peak

2010-08-22T22:14:00.001+08:00

Seems like I'm still in my 'Moon and Cloud' mode hence the next illustration is still very dreamland related :D *I love dreamland!* Here are some of the snap shots: Little close up on the hopping bunnies. She might be ready by Wednesday :) Woo-hoo! Starting of a new week! and the last week of August!!

Etsy Friday - Improvement

2010-08-20T21:34:00.000+08:00

There is always room for improvement. So true. Especially for your own business. Nothing seems enough at the moment so you have to, or need to keep on improving it. Photos can be better, so retake and retake. Items are never enough, so you create everyday and list them to the shop. Promotion can be better, so you spend a lot of time in socialising and promoting. However, there is only one you. At

Thursday Updates - Original Illustrations and Postcards

2010-08-19T23:56:00.001+08:00

Cosmic Stories I, II and III are my first set of original illustrations for chanyeevon.etsy.com :) They feature the stories of three sisters - Annabelle, Audrey and Anne. Each girl is unique and has her own characteristics. Annabelle - Make A WishShe is the caring, the protective and the motherly eldest sister. Audrey - Upon The StarsShe is the carefree, the merry and the adventurous second

Inspiration Wednesday - Jaime Zollars

2010-08-18T21:52:00.006+08:00

I have always wanted to have her in my Inspiration Wednesday but I have been busy for the last couple of weeks. Finally now I have the time to share her works with you all :D Enjoy~ Jaime Zollars, an artist from Los Angeles, has a sense of dark whimsical in her children illustrations which I find kinda spooky but fascinating at the same time. However, the colour palettes, textures and

Etsy Friday - My days

2010-08-13T19:34:00.001+08:00

It seems like I have taken a long vacation from my blog. But I'm back now :) August has been tip toeing behind my back while I'm busy off at my projects. It is already the middle of August. Another two more weeks, I will be at another different place with different time zone. Before that, there are so much things to do yet I feel like savouring every second I'm having right now. Early of the

Illustrations: Tara & Vera - The Sisters

2010-08-10T05:07:00.001+08:00

Just managed to finish this new set of illustrations, dedicated to my lovely sister. She has been continuously supporting me for what I'm doing now. I'm so blessed to have a sister like her :) The star sign constellation is inspired by her birth sign.and this is Vera, who born under the star of Virgo. Now I shall back to get more sleep... zzzz...

Etsy Friday - yeah~ friday!

2010-08-06T19:34:00.000+08:00

I'm getting very busy for this weekend until next week :) There are a range of new paper goods to be photo shoot for my Whimsy Whimsical etsy shop. There are two illustrations ready to be coloured for my yeevon's illustration etsy as well. But I'm still finding time in between to sort them out :) Anyway, I have just added this set of flat notecards to my papergoods range, measured 4.25 x 5.5

Notecard Thursday - I'm Sorry

2010-08-05T18:53:00.000+08:00

I'm sorry for skipping yesterday Inspiration Wednesday... I'm sorry for skipping last week Inspiration Wednesday... I'm sorry too, for MOST LIKELY going to skip next week Inspiration Wednesday too... Currently, I'm rushing projects and putting all my attention to it (so that I can finish it asap). The mini notecard for this week is... I'm Sorry. Available at Whimsy Whimsical etsy shop.

Illustrations: Treat or Trick? Or Peak-A-Boo?

2010-08-03T02:28:00.001+08:00

Halloween is months away but I have finally finished these two halloween-theme illustrations for Whimsy Whimsical shop. More Whimsy Whimsical Forest folks have joined the team: Mrs Goose and two of her darling goslings, mysterious black cat, and Mr Stork as the spooky vampire (haha). So, which one is your favourite? *My blog schedules are terribly messed up =p Thank you all for your kind

Whimsy Whimsical

2010-08-02T02:20:00.005+08:00

This was what happened last night: I went to register a new account for my new shop on 12am, 1 August 2010 cause I think it is nice to have new shop the starting of month instead of the end of a month. After I put the required details, I'm waiting for the confirmation email from Etsy. After 18 hours of waiting, I realized that I didn't click on the 'Submit' button......... which explained why

Etsy Friday - August Goal

2010-07-31T00:42:00.007+08:00

July is ending real soon :) and here comes August~ I'm pretty pleased with what I have achieved in July as most of my goals are met (even though the sales came in a very strange graph pattern). My sales (calculator click click) has up by 300%. Thanks to people who love my works and support me! Thank you all for giving me this great opportunity :D :D Some of you may know that I have decided to

Short Announcement

2010-07-29T21:00:00.000+08:00

Just a short announcement that I have decided to separate my shop into two: one to keep with my original shop name, chanyeevon, featuring my girl illustrations; while another new shop entirely for my whimsical forest animals and related paper goods. More details will be updated tomorrow at Etsy Friday post :) A short glimpse of my new shop banner and avatar :D

Illustration - Migration

2010-07-28T18:17:00.000+08:00

This illustration relates deeply to me as I am moving real soon. Even though I am looking forward to the new life ahead, yet I feel sad to leave this familiar place that I love. It feels like you are leaping from one sky to another. The previous sky fills with bits and pieces of your life can no longer bring forward to the new place. I feel like I'm leaving myself behind *sniff* Dawn

Sneak Peak Sunday

2010-07-25T22:26:00.000+08:00

This is the sneak peak for next illustration. I supposed to start something for the 'Whisper in Thy Ear' series but I'm still in the mood for more stork drawings... =p Coming soon next Wednesday / Thursday :)

Etsy Friday - My Niche?

2010-07-23T22:54:00.000+08:00

I have read yesterday Etsy Success of What to Do Above All Else. They share useful articles of success tips and guidance like "The Secret to Selling on Etsy", "Etsy Success: Launching a Product Line" and "Finding Your Niche with DiffractionFiber". They also mentioned something about niche and building a cohesive line. So that makes me think, hmmmm... What is my niche? My business is mainly about

Notecard Thursday - Love me Love me not

2010-07-22T20:11:00.001+08:00

Love me... Love me not... Awww I KNOW you LOVE me~ muaks! Drawing this cute skunk is fun. I love how big his soft round belly *poke poke* =p I could imagine when he walks... the belly is dragging along the floor... This mini notecard is fun as little note or gift :) It is available now at my etsy shop. So, you love me? you love me not... =p

New Illustration - Over The Meadow Field

2010-07-22T02:34:00.000+08:00

Seems like I have totally mix up my blog schedules for the week =p What's supposed on Tuesday slowly shifted to Wednesday (or Thursday Morning).. and no sign on Wednesday's.. However, Thursday still can be expected back to schedule tonight. Just put this new print into my etsy shop. Limited Edition of 100. Fogs over the meadow field remind me a sense of quietness. Seems like the time has stop

My Mini Moo

2010-07-19T23:48:00.002+08:00

I have just received my mini moo cards today and I can't wait to share them with you all :D They are so mini and super cute! I have chosen 5 of my illustrations at the front while my logo and website address at the back. I was so excited that I can't wait to open it straight away in the cafe and and snap photos! Sorry for the shaky photos... Just too overwhelmed with my own business cards.

Whimsical Greeting Cards Set of 4

2010-07-17T23:52:00.000+08:00

Seems like I really enjoy midnight updates recently :) Mostly because when the night is late and everyone goes to bed, I get to have the night all by myself. Listening to soft music and checking through my daily to-do list. That gets me organized and less panic when I have too much things around and too little time. There are still a few more on my list before I call it a night :) These cards

Late Etsy Friday :)

2010-07-17T00:12:00.000+08:00

For the next few weeks, it is going to be madness cause I have to settle house moving / graduation / parent visits in Melbourne along with my usual shop updates and blogs *take few deep breath* There are a few things on my list that I have to be done within this and next week: 1. My new girl illustration is done but I haven't got the time to colour her yet.. She's still in black & white.. poor

Notecard Thursday

2010-07-15T17:42:00.000+08:00

The other day, I spent the whole afternoon shooting photographs of my new sets of notecards. Another few hours to select and edit them. Then today I realized, I accidentally deleted them. And I clean my Trash as well... Oh My Goodness!! T_T Today new mini notecard is something sweet and lovely with two rabbits xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo each other. You can secretly slip this mini notecard into the

Inspiration Wednesday - Angie Hoffmeister

2010-07-14T15:45:00.000+08:00

There are multiple aspects that might have drawn me into an artist's artworks and inspired by them. Perhaps on how they blend and harmonize layers of colours together; Maybe the unusual composition of how they view something ordinary; Could be the mood they have created in their world :) Or sometimes on how much details they have input into their artworks that have created a sense of uniqueness

Illustration Tuesday - Untitled *(Yet)

2010-07-13T17:57:00.000+08:00

I was invited to join this group Designers Against Child Slavery to raise awareness against sex trafficking in Southeast Asia. You can get more of their information here. Hopefully whatever contribution we have put in, will make a big difference to help these people. Here are some of the progress I have done so far :) However I'm still struggling with the title: a) Vulnerableb) There is no Fairy