I’m so happy to welcome Paper Crave’s newest advertiser, Yozo Craft. I am pretty crazy about all things kawaii, so a shop like this is a metaphorical candy store for me. Yozo Craft is based in Japan, and they carry everything from super cute tape to lettersets/stationery, rubber stamps, stickers, and much more. I could spend hours looking at their collection of paper goodies, some of which I haven’t seen elseware. They ship worldwide, so no matter where you live you’ll be able to get some cute for yourself!

images from Yozo Craft

I’m completely taken with these super adorable wedding invitations created by Erin Jang for Lianne and Jeong’s special day. You can see beautiful photos of their wedding over at 100 Layer Cake, where you’ll spot cute coordinating cupcake toppers and these sweet (no pun intended) matching jam labels:

images from Erin Jang and 100 Layer Cake

Parasol Craft, Issue 2 was just released last week, and this issue’s theme is kawaii! Regular readers will know that I’m a kawaii-o-phile, so this is the issue of my dreams, filled with wonderfully kawaii imagery and creations from so many talented artists and crafters. Above is just a little taste of what the issue contains.

In this issue you’ll also find sweet printable patterned papers, as well as kokeshi doll and cute fruit patterns from Yasmine, Parasol Craft’s multi-talented editor, plus printable mini cards, gift tags, and tutorials for mini pom flowers and a pin pricked envelope by yours truly, a little sneak peek of which I’ve included above. You can pick up your issue of Parasol Craft, Issue 2 right here.

images from Parasol Craft

Oh, my goodness! Are these rubber stamps from Nikoart some of the cutest that you’ve ever seen, or what? There are black hats and hobo ghosts for Halloween (above), cardinals, snowmen, and Christmas trees with happy faces for Christmas and winter (below, top), awesomely cute woodland animals (below, middle), an Alice in Wonderland set (below,bottom), and so many more cutie patootie stamps that it may be difficult for you to process all of the cuteness coming at you in the Nikoart shop.

images from Nikoart

I hope that everyone had a great weekend — a nice, long one if you observed Labor Day! And thanks to everyone for the continuing feedback via the reader survey. It seems that several of you are having problems seeing images via your feed readers or in your email subscriptions, and I appreciate you sharing more details with me so I can hopefully get to the bottom of this issue. I’m working on it! And, in the meantime, back to our regularly scheduled paper cravings…

Cuuuuute! Is there really more that you can say about these greeting cards from Sparklepaw? Cutie patootie whales, deer, owls, and even a little cloud that are sure to put a smile on your face. I also love how the illustrations feature patterns and textures that give the designs even more depth. Great stuff! Sparklepaw carries pocket mirrors and recipe cards, in addition to greeting cards, and you can see them all in their Etsy shop.

images from Sparklepaw

Ooh, I’m loving these super cute letterpress cards from Austin, Texas based Letterpress Delicacies. The combination of adorable animal (and skull) illustrations and sleek, modern pattern is perfect! $9.75 for a set of four.

And if you know someone crafty, or if you yourself are crafty, then you have to check out the nifty “sew crafty” card:

Letterpress Delicacies also offers custom design and printing services for invitations, announcements, business cards, etc.

images from Letterpress Delicacies

I’m completely taken with these super kawaii hand carved stamps from The Mayberry Sparrow. The retro ice cube trailer stamp would work perfectly on a project using the Mr. Campy mini trailer paper, wouldn’t it? And I’m always a sucker for a smiling mushroom and retro kitchen appliances.

The Mayberry Sparrow also offers custom name stamps featuring a variety of cute original illustrations from which to choose. Oh, and if you purchase the retro mixer and toaster stamps between now and September 7, 2008, you’ll receive a free little piece of toast rubber stamp. Tempting!

images from The Mayberry Sparrow

These stamps from Craftpudding are too cute for words! There’s a little something kawaii for everyone — from bunnies to bears, mushrooms to ice cream cones, and don’t forget cute birdies nested on little girls’ and boys’ heads. Stamps in Craftpudding’s line range from $9-$15, with custom stamps from $20-$40.

They also have a super cute sticker sampler, which could be hoarded with your collection of cute stuff or used on letters and gift tags:

images from Craftpudding

I’m loving these cutie patootie illustrated paper goods from The Little Monkey. I just can’t resist kawaii owlies, octopii, quails, hedgehogs, and more! Illustrations are available in assorted sticker packs and on mini note cards.

images from The Little Monkey

A selection of note card designs ($7.50 per set):

Jingle Bells

Out of the Brambles

Smarty

Tea with Red Dragon

And, for all of your gift wrapping needs, Little Monkey Gocco printed Gift Tags ($7.00 per set of 4):

images from Ouou