Maneki Neko Mania: Happiness in a Small, Cute Size! 🎉🐱
Hello fortune seekers, cat lovers and collectors of all things beautiful in life! Have you ever thought: "How can I fill my life with even more cuteness and a touch of Japanese magic?" Well, look no further, because Studio Inktvis has exactly what you need: Maneki Neko's, but then as enamel pins, risograph posters, cards, keychains, washi tape and glitter stickers! 🐾✨
Yes, that’s right! The iconic waving lucky cat that usually stands in Japanese shops waving to customers has now multiplied into a range of products that you can carry with you wherever you go. Why limit good luck to one statue when you can hang it on your bag, jacket, key ring or even your wall?
What is a Maneki Neko anyway? 🤔
For those unfamiliar with this lucky charm, a Maneki Neko (招き猫), or “waving cat,” originated in Japan and is often placed in shops and restaurants to attract customers and good luck.
The cat's posture is also not random:
🐾 A raised left leg attracts people and friendships.
🐾 A raised right leg brings financial prosperity and happiness.
🐾 Some cats even wave with both paws – double the luck!
With my designs at Studio Inktvis I bring these lucky cats into your world, whether as a beautiful poster, a cheerful pin or a cute keychain !
Risograph: Magic on Paper! ✨🖨️
One of the most special products in my collection is the risograph poster . But what is a risograph actually?
A risograph is a kind of cross between screen printing and photocopying. It is an environmentally friendly printing technique that works with layers of soy-based ink. This creates intense colors and a unique texture that you cannot achieve with standard printing techniques.
Neon pink: a color that screams (but in a fun way) 🌸💖💥
The secret behind the intensity of my Maneki Neko poster is the fluorescent neon pink risograph ink . This is no ordinary pink – no, this is the kind of pink that almost seems to glow ! In bright light the color pops even more, and under UV light? Pure magic. ✨
Neon colors are hard to capture in digital images, so trust me: this poster is even more beautiful in real life than on your screen.
Why would you go for a neon Maneki Neko ?
✔ Unique: Risograph prints are never 100% identical, which makes every poster special.
✔ Vintage vibes: The technique gives a playful, retro look.
✔ Happiness & color in one: Who doesn't get happy from a flashy pink waving cat?
Maneki Neko's in all shapes and sizes! 🐾
Besides the risograph posters, I of course have many more Maneki Neko products that spread happiness:
🎨 Enamel Pins – Small but mighty! Perfect for your jacket, backpack or hat. Bonus points if you wear multiples for extra luck.
📬 Cards – Send a little happiness in the mail! Who wouldn’t want a waving cat in their mailbox?
🔑 Keychains – Take happiness with you everywhere. Attach it to your bike key, car key or even your zipper.
✨ Washi tape – Stick happiness on your agenda, gift wrapping or scrapbooks. Subtle, cheerful and irresistibly cute!
🌟 Glitter Stickers – Because happiness deserves a little sparkle! Decorate your laptop, notebook or phone with sparkling Maneki Neko stickers.
Studio Inktvis: Small Business, Big Dreams
Behind these lucky cats is… me! As a one-man business, I design and produce all my Maneki Neko products with love and a great deal of attention to detail. Everything is made with care, so that you don’t just buy a product, but a little piece of happiness.
So, if you're looking for an original gift, a dose of extra fortune or just an excuse to add yet another cute cat to your collection... you know where to go! 😺✨
