Limited Edition

Pin Details:

• 9.8mm tall x 12.8mm wide

• 22K Gold Plated Pin
  

• Comes with a secure Flat Head Tie Tack Backing

• Includes a fully illustrated card display

• Illustrated by Samantha Leung

Butterflies symbolize transformation, change, hope, recovery and new beginnings. Something that I feel that so many of us are looking for, now more than ever before.

Bright, lightweight and easy to carry, I hope that whenever you're looking for a sign, a reminder to have hope and to keep forging forward, that you are able to look down at the keys in your hand, the bag charm on your purse, or the zipper pull on your bag.

Featuring durable yet beautiful Hard Enamel Cloisonné finish, with a High Polished 10K Gold base. It also includes a darling HEMLEVA charm.

DETAILS

• 1.5" tall x 2" wide


• Gorgeous Hard Enamel Cloisonné


• High Polished 10K Gold Base
  

• Illustrated by Samantha Leung

• Packaged in a sustainable and reusable cotton bag.

Can’t decide which card-sized suncatcher is your favorite? Or do you want to keep a few and gift the rest to someone you care about? Do you want to add one to your car, one to your office window, and one to your bedroom window? Or do simply have too many windows and not enough rainbows in your life? Then this is the listing for you.

This listing includes 5 card-sized suncatcher designs, and at a discount!

These beautiful suncatchers are the perfect addition to any window that gets direct sunlight. You can add one to your East-facing window to catch rainbows as you start your day with your morning cup of coffee or tea, a West-facing window to catch them with the setting sun, or onto a South-facing window to have lovely rainbows dance across your floor all day long.

Add one to your window at home, at work, in your studio, or to your car!

DETAILS

• Five Total Card-sized Suncatchers:
  1 x Hummingbird
  1 x Daisy
  1 x Daffodil
  1 x Butterfly
  1 x Snowdrop

• Removable & Reusable

• ~2.5 wide x 3” tall

• Simply affix to a clean window that gets direct sunlight, and watch the rainbows fill your home. If it is cold out (below 60° F) please spritz your suncatcher with water before moving it to ensure the screen-printed design does not flake. For extra tips to ensure a smooth application of your suncatcher, please read my tips here.

• Designed in Seattle

• Made in California

The adorable but painful little cactus is known by several names, Cholla, Cylindropuntia, or Jumping Cactus.

Native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico, there are more than 20 different species of this sweet shrub-like cactus.

They are notoriously known for their ability to "jump" onto animals and people with their barbed spines. It allows them to hitch a ride to find a new home.

This beautiful pin comes with a very strong Neodymium Magnet, making it a sweet pin that you can use as a needle minder, or to be worn as a pin without the concern of making holes in your clothing.

DETAILS

• .5” tall and wide

• Hard Enamel Cloisonné Pin

• Comes with a very strong Neodymium Backing

• Includes a fully illustrated card display

• High Polished 10K Plated Gold Base

• Illustrated by Samantha Leung

Pin Details:

• 33 mm tall x 8 mm wide

• Silver Plated Pin
  

• Comes with a secure Flat Head Tie Tack Backing

• Includes a fully illustrated card display

• Illustrated by Samantha Leung

A a sweet Coneflower in brilliant rice and soy-based Risograph inks.

Risograph is a fascinating medium that uses actual ink, unlike laser jets, and the colors are transparent, which is why I'm able to overlay inks achieving new shades and hues.

Risograph printing is extraordinarily environmentally friendly, where the screens that are used are made from rice and banana leaves and the inks are derived from rice and soy.

This particular illustration was drawn by hand, redrawn as a digital file, and printed here in Seattle.

DETAILS •

• 4x5" Print
  
• Creamy Ivory Watercolor Paper
  
• Printed with Fluorescent Pink, Yellow, Black & Blue Ink on four screens
• Open Edition Print
• Each Print is signed on the bottom of the print along with the title
• Hand drawn by Samantha Leung

Please note: Due to the nature of Risograph, where each layer of color is printed one at a time, your print may differ slightly from the photo. This is called misregistration and is one of the most charming aspects of Risograph Printing

A floating Dove in a sea of blue, clasping an Olive Branch. A symbol of peace, at a time when it feels like we need it more than ever before.

I hand drew this darling dove, and had them printed this time in a really sweet small size. At 4x4" on 18pt smooth bright white card, they are the perfect size to send to a friend in a card, to add to a desk, to a fridge or to leave behind for someone who needs a gift to find.

200%* of the proceeds of the sale of these Dove Mini Prints will be donated to the NWIRP: Northwest Immigrants Rights Project.

DETAILS •

• 4x4" Print
• Bright White 18pt thick paper
• Open Edition Print
• Hand drawn by Samantha Leung

*I'm able to donate 200% because I will be personally donating all of the proceeds and then will be donation matching through my husband Andy's job. 💗

200% of the proceeds of the sale of these Dove Risographs will be donated to Doctors Without Borders. They are on the ground around the world administering aid and care to those that need it.

A floating Dove in a sea of blue, printed with brilliant rice and soy-based Risograph inks.*

Risograph is a fascinating medium that uses actual ink, unlike laser jets, which is why I'm able to achieve this brilliant yellow and blue in my prints. Additionally, the colors are transparent, which is why I'm able to overlay inks achieving new hues.

Risograph printing is extraordinarily environmentally friendly, where the screens that are used are made from rice and banana leaves and the inks are derived from rice and soy.

This particular illustration was drawn by hand, redrawn with each layer separated and scanned, and then printed here in Seattle.

DETAILS •

• 8x10" Print
• Creamy Ivory 90lb. Paper
• Printed with Yellow, Pink, Black and Blue Ink on four screens
• Open Edition Print
• Each Print is signed on the bottom of the print along with the title
• Hand drawn by Samantha Leung

Please note: Due to the nature of Risograph, where each layer of color is printed one at a time, your print may differ slightly from the photo. This is called misregistration and is one of the most charming aspects of Risograph Printing

*The latest run was printed from a digital file which has a smoother blue background than pictured here.

Echinacea is not only beautiful, but it is a powerhouse of a plant too. These pretty pins feature the most mesmerizing translucent enamel and can serve as a sweet reminder for you to pause and to take care of yourself - to stop to smell the flowers.

Featuring high-polished 22K Gold Plating, these gorgeous pins are the perfect minimalist accent to celebrate such a beautiful and hardworking plant. This pin would be so striking on a lapel when worn on a top on a collar or a lapel, or affixed to a tie, scarf, purse or backpack.

DETAILS •

• 1.14” tall and 1.5" wide
• Extraordinarily lightweight
• Translucent enamel petals, allowing light to pass through
  
• The pins are sold individually and as a discounted set
  
• A brass base frame that is plated in 22K Gold
  
• Comes with a secure Flat Head Tie Tack Backing
• Designed by Samantha Leung

Pin Details:

• .75" wide
• 10K Gold Plated Pin
• Comes with a secure Flat Head Tie Tack Backing
• Includes a fully illustrated card display
• Illustrated by Samantha Leung

When I was growing up, I genuinely hated hats. They fit terribly, would hurt my head and would feel like they were squeezing my skull. So when other girls would pop a cute hat on for "no wash days" or because they woke up late, or to keep the sun out of their eyes while on a walk or at a farmer's market, I genuinely thought it was a form of fashion pain. That they were all lying about choosing to wear hats, like when people tell you that wearing high heels is as comfortable as sneakers.

And then one day, while in the Subtle Asian Traits Facebook Group, I learned that snowboarding helmets came in three sizes. Youth, Adult & Asian.

Because our heads are shaped differently. So I did a deep dive. I bought 13 hats to find one that was comfortable, that looked good, that didn't squeeze my head, and I found it.

Watch this video for a Fit Check.

Bright, breezy, and full of Midwest sunshine, the Head in the Clouds • Chicago Hat captures the spirit of the Windy City on a perfect summer day.

Inspired by the endless blue skies and the shimmer of Lake Michigan, this hat features “CHICAGO” embroidered in soft butter yellow bubble lettering across a sky-blue cotton cap. It’s a cheery, everyday essential for those who love the city, and the friendly people in it.

Whether you’re wandering around the Garfield Park Conservatory, ice skating in Millenium Park, or daydreaming under a cloud-spotted sky, this hat is your wearable reminder of where your head, and your heart, belongs.

Also available: San Francisco & Seattle Hats

PRODUCT DETAILS •

• "CHICAGO" text is in butter yellow with a very cool 3D effect that can be seen from very far away. The letters were hand drawn by Samantha to resemble Mylar balloons and clouds.
• Embroidered in Seattle, WA
• The cap is unstructured and will lie closely to the head
  
• It includes 6 Panels which makes it better fitted
  
• It has a slightly pre-curved visor
• It features a Tuck Strap with Slide Closure for a custom fit

SIZE •

• The short answer is this hat is One-Size-Fits Most and includes an adjustable strap that is tucked into the interior of the hat for a fitted feel
• Min Circumference: ~ 50cm/19.5"
  Max Circumference: ~ 64cm/25"
• The long answer is that a few years ago I learned that Asian heads are shaped differently. So my entire life I have been under the impression that I had a large head - in reality, it is simply differently shaped which is why free novelty hats, and hats I would try on at the hat store in the mall (you know which one) never fit me.
  
  I learned about this in my SAT (Subtle Asian Traits) Facebook Group where they talked about snowboarding helmets. (I know, but I warned you that this was the long answer before you even started reading this!) So when I started researching hats I bought 13 different hats to see which one fit the best. Because the fact of the matter is that I wanted to sell a hat, it was going to fit my head. And if it fit my head, it would also fit almost everyone else's heads too.

MATERIAL •

• 100% garment dyed and washed cotton twill

CARE •

• You can either hand wash, spot treat or machine wash your hat! Maytag wrote a very complete article on how to take care of your hat, including vintage hats, that you can find here.

All sales are final on apparel.

When I was growing up, I genuinely hated hats. They fit terribly, would hurt my head and would feel like they were squeezing my skull. So when other girls would pop a cute hat on for "no wash days" or because they woke up late, or to keep the sun out of their eyes while on a walk or at a farmer's market, I genuinely thought it was a form of fashion pain. That they were all lying about choosing to wear hats, like when people tell you that wearing high heels is as comfortable as sneakers.

And then one day, while in the Subtle Asian Traits Facebook Group, I learned that snowboarding helmets came in three sizes. Youth, Adult & Asian.

Because our heads are shaped differently. So I did a deep dive. I bought 13 hats to find one that was comfortable, that looked good, that didn't squeeze my head, and I found it.

Watch this video for a Fit Check.

Inspired by Sea Foam contrasted with the deep teal blue of the Pacific Ocean at Ocean Beach, the Head in the Clouds San Francisco Hat brings the tide-blue hues and bright whites to your everyday.

Across the front, “SAN FRANCISCO”, which was hand lettered by Samantha of HEMLEVA, is embroidered in soft, bold, 3D puff letters for that extra pop of texture and personality. Each hat is carefully embroidered in Seattle by a talented woman-owned embroidery shop.

Whether you’re wandering around Golden Gate Park, waking up to fog-filled mornings, drinking a latte as you walk the quiet streets of San Francisco, or flying a kite at Ocean Beach, this hat is your wearable love letter to the city by the Bay.

Also available: Chicago & Seattle Hats

PRODUCT DETAILS •

• "SAN FRANCISCO" text is in deep teal blue with a very cool 3D effect that can be seen from very far away. The letters were hand drawn by Samantha to resemble Mylar balloons and clouds.
• Embroidered in Seattle, WA
• The cap is unstructured and will lie closely to the head
  
• It includes 6 Panels which makes it better fitted
  
• It has a slightly pre-curved visor
• It features a Tuck Strap with Slide Closure for a custom fit

SIZE •

• The short answer is this hat is One-Size-Fits Most and includes an adjustable strap that is tucked into the interior of the hat for a fitted feel
• Min Circumference: ~ 50cm/19.5"
  
• Max Circumference: ~ 64cm/25"
  

MATERIAL •

• 100% garment dyed and washed cotton twill

CARE •

• You can either hand wash, spot treat or machine wash your hat! Maytag wrote a very complete article on how to take care of your hat, including vintage hats, that you can find here.

All sales are final on apparel.

When I was growing up, I genuinely hated hats. They fit terribly, would hurt my head and would feel like they were squeezing my skull. So when other girls would pop a cute hat on for "no wash days" or because they woke up late, or to keep the sun out of their eyes while on a walk or at a farmer's market, I genuinely thought it was a form of fashion pain. That they were all lying about choosing to wear hats, like when people tell you that wearing high heels is as comfortable as sneakers.

And then one day, while in the Subtle Asian Traits Facebook Group, I learned that snowboarding helmets came in three sizes. Youth, Adult & Asian.

Because our heads are shaped differently. So I did a deep dive. I bought 13 hats to find one that was comfortable, that looked good, that didn't squeeze my head, and I found it.

Watch this video for a Fit Check.

Dreamy, soft, and perfectly Pacific Northwest, the Head in the Clouds Seattle Hat brings a touch of sky, joy and whimsy to your everyday adventures.

Across the front, “SEATTLE”, which was hand lettered by Samantha of HEMLEVA, is embroidered in soft, bold, 3D puff letters for that extra pop of texture and personality. Each hat is carefully embroidered right here in Seattle by a talented woman-owned embroidery shop, making it as local as it is lovely.

Whether you’re strolling Pike Place Market, going for a hike up Mt. Rainier, sipping coffee on a misty morning, camping, or just daydreaming under blue skies, this hat is your wearable love letter to the Emerald City.

Also available: San Francisco & Chicago Hats

PRODUCT DETAILS •

• "SEATTLE" text is in light blue with a very cool 3D effect that can be seen from very far away. The letters were hand drawn by Samantha to resemble Mylar balloons and clouds.
• Embroidered in Seattle, WA
• The cap is unstructured and will lie closely to the head
  
• It includes 6 Panels which makes it better fitted
  
• It has a slightly pre-curved visor
• It features a Tuck Strap with Slide Closure for a custom fit

SIZE •

• The short answer is this hat is One-Size-Fits Most and includes an adjustable strap that is tucked into the interior of the hat for a fitted feel
• Min Circumference: ~ 50cm/19.5"
  Max Circumference: ~ 64cm/25"
• The long answer is that a few years ago I learned that Asian heads are shaped differently. So my entire life I have been under the impression that I had a large head - in reality, it is simply differently shaped which is why free novelty hats, and hats I would try on at the hat store in the mall (you know which one) never fit me.
  
  I learned about this in my SAT (Subtle Asian Traits) Facebook Group where they talked about snowboarding helmets. (I know, but I warned you that this was the long answer before you even started reading this!) So when I started researching hats I bought 13 different hats to see which one fit the best. Because the fact of the matter is that I wanted to sell a hat, it was going to fit my head. And if it fit my head, it would also fit almost everyone else's heads too.

MATERIAL •

• 100% garment dyed and washed cotton twill

CARE •

• You can either hand wash, spot treat or machine wash your hat! Maytag wrote a very complete article on how to take care of your hat, including vintage hats, that you can find here.

All sales are final on apparel.

Introducing the kitties of HEMLEVA, Winston & Tater Tot! And instead of only seeing them in my Instagram stories, you can now carry them with you in portable sticker form!

These adorable stickers were illustrated by the incredibly talented Courtney Ahn. And a portion every single sticker sold will be donated to the RASKC, the Regional Animal Services of King County where we adopted Tater Tot from.

Tap through the photos to see our tiny Tater Tot inspecting her own sticker. If you purchase one of these stickers, please tag me on socials! I would love to see what these two cuties get up to.

DETAILS

• Thick Vinyl Sticker
  

• Each sticker is 3" wide

• Waterproof, UV Coated, weatherproof & dishwasher safe

• Designed in Seattle

• Made in America

Pin Details:

• 33 mm tall x 8 mm wide

• Silver Plated Pin
  

• Comes with a secure Flat Head Tie Tack Backing

• Includes a fully illustrated card display

• Illustrated by Samantha Leung

Pin Details:

• 33 mm tall x 8 mm wide

• Silver Plated Pin
  

• Comes with a secure Flat Head Tie Tack Backing

• Includes a fully illustrated card display

• Illustrated by Samantha Leung

Every single one of us has been there.

Either we were too eager and loved the plant (i.e. overwatered it) to death, received some bad tips (like “watering” a plant with ice cubes, or water frequently and shallowly), or simply had the wrong environment for a plant (hello Maranta’s - I still love you).

We have all killed a plant.

And each and every time we grow, each time we learn something new, and each time we get better.

Here’s to learning from our mistakes, here’s to the next plant, and continuing to grow alongside it.

This pin features an illustration that Samantha made for the "Growing Joy" Book written by Maria Failla!

DETAILS

• 1.5” tall and 1 1/8" wide

• Hard Enamel Cloisonné Pin

• Comes with a secure Flat Head Tie Tack Backing

• Includes a fully illustrated card display

• High Polished Gold Plated Base

• Illustrated by Samantha Leung

The Monstera Deliciosa Plant is a prized addition to any plant collection. It has a luscious Dark Jungle Green coloring and features very distinct leaf fenestrations, hence its popular nickname "swiss cheese plant".

The latin name “deliciosa” came about because of the edible fruit that is produced, that is said to taste like fruit salad. And Monstera refers to the monstrous size of the plant, which can grow upwards of 30ft tall!

This beautiful pin comes with a very strong Neodymium Magnet, making it a sweet pin that you can use as a needle minder, or to be worn as a pin without the concern of making holes in your clothing.

DETAILS

• 1” tall and 7/8" wide

• Hard Enamel Cloisonné Pin

• Comes with a very strong Neodymium Backing

• Includes a fully illustrated card display

• High Polished 10K Plated Gold Base

• Illustrated by Samantha Leung

Pin Details:

• 1.5" wide
• 22K Gold Plated Pin
• Comes with a secure Flat Head Tie Tack Backing
• Includes a fully illustrated card display
• Illustrated by Samantha Leung

The Pilea peperomioides is also known as the Chinese Money Plant, Pancake, or UFO Plant. My favorite nickname though, is The Friendship Plant.

Native to China, it is believed that a Norwegian missionary took cuttings with him when he returned home in the 1940s. And the way that this plant spread in popularity was through the sharing of its pups (babies). This is also why this plant is also known as the Friendship Plant.

Inspired by that history, I have a Friendship Set, which will include one Large Pilea Pin and one Small Pilea Pin, both on one card. If you would like each on their own card back, please let me know in the comments section when you checkout.

DETAILS

Large: 3/4” tall and wide

Small: 5/8” tall and wide

Gorgeous Hard Enamel Cloisonné

High Polished 10K Plated Gold Base

Comes with a secure Flat Head Tie Tack Backing

Includes a fully illustrated card display

Illustrated and designed by Samantha Leung

DETAILS

• 1" tall and 7/8” wide

• High Polished 10K Plated Gold

• Comes with a secure Flat Head Tie Tack Backing

• Includes a fully illustrated card display

• Illustrated and designed by Samantha Leung

It's official, Plant Lady is the New Cat Lady.

Leave your felines behind, and get your green thumb on. You can proudly wear your plant pride on your jacket, coat, hat, or your favorite top.

This hard enamel, Cloisonné pin features a Banana Leaf in dark Jungle Green coloring. And it is the perfect minimalist accent for any plant lover.

DETAILS

1 1/2” tall and 3/4" wide

Hard Enamel Cloisonné Pin

Comes with a secure Flat Head Tie Tack Backing

Includes a fully illustrated card display

High Polished 10K Plated Gold Base

Illustrated by Samantha Leung

DETAILS

• 1" tall and 7/8” wide

• High Polished 10K Gold Plating

• Comes with a secure Flat Head Tie Tack Backing

• Includes a fully illustrated card display

• Illustrated and designed by Samantha Leung