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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.

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"
• 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.

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.

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.

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 Mutual Funds†.

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. 💗

Chicken Adoptions Today!

Each chicken is blind boxed, which means that your chicken's color and name will be a complete surprise until you open the package. It'll be a sweet moment, unwrapping a little chicken friend and settling them into your home.

These darling ceramic chickens are made with colors that are hand mixed. Then they're sculpted by hand, fired in a kiln, glazed and fired again. No two chickens are alike, but all of them are made with love. They were created in limited quantities, in very small batches, and handmade by Samantha. 

Your chicken will arrive with a miniature woven basket, snuggled into a soft hand-cut blanket, and accompanied by the tiniest ceramic chicken egg. It’s a sweet little companion for your desk or your home, a surprise-filled bundle of joy, handmade, heartfelt, and full of charm.

Whether you’re adopting one for yourself or sending one to a fellow chicken-lover, this set is designed to surprise and delight. It’s a quiet celebration of small things, made slowly and sweetly, just for you.

INCLUDES •

• 1 handmade ceramic chicken, handmade in Seattle
• 1 woven basket
• 1 tiny cotton blanket
• 1 ceramic egg

For hygiene, health, and safety reasons, all sales are final on Jewelry.

The perfect gift for your and for anyone you meet, my rainbow-making suncatchers are easily giftable and bring so much joy. 

These super discounted Mystery Grab Bags are full of removable and reuable rainbow makers. If you are a fan of HEMLEVA and would like to be surprised, then this is for you!

Filled with at least $35 worth of my rainbow-makers, each one is different and a surprise. Pictured here is an example of one of my Mystery Grab Bags. It has both OG and new designs with various sizes included too.

DETAILS

• Removable & Reusable Suncatchers

• 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

• All sales final, and these have all been made in advance so I will not be able to swap or check to see what's included.

With their petite, bell-shaped flowers, these incredibly lightweight Lily of the Valley Earrings have so much sweet movement.

They move, they flutter, and they shift with the light, with your movements and the breeze. My most dynamic earrings yet, these dimensional, lightweight earrings have 14/20 gold filled ear wires, making them hypoallergenic too.

Details:

• Each earring is 4.5cm long x 2cm wide

• Earring posts are 14/20 Gold Filled, Nickel-Free and hypoallergenic
  

• Plated in 22K Gold

Let the delicate beauty of Lily of the Valley bloom wherever you go. 🌿

For hygiene, health, and safety reasons, all sales are final on Jewelry.

This Vase of Flowers Suncatcher is a perfect addition to any window that gets direct sunlight. You can add it 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 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

• Removable & Reusable Suncatcher

• 5.1" wide x 8.75" 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

This Zinnia Suncatcher is a perfect addition to any window that gets direct sunlight. You can add it 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 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

• Removable & Reusable Suncatcher

• 5.6" wide x 8.75" 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

This XL Plant Study Suncatcher is a perfect addition to any window that gets direct sunlight. You can add it 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 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

• Removable & Reusable Suncatcher

• 8" tall x 10" wide

• 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

This sweet potted Monstera adansonii Suncatcher is a perfect addition to any window that gets direct sunlight. You can add it 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 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

• Removable & Reusable Suncatcher

• 4.5” wide & 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

For hygiene, health, and safety reasons, all sales are final on Jewelry.

For hygiene, health, and safety reasons, all sales are final on Jewelry.

For hygiene, health, and safety reasons, all sales are final on Jewelry.

For hygiene, health, and safety reasons, all sales are final on Jewelry.

For hygiene, health, and safety reasons, all sales are final on Jewelry.

For hygiene, health, and safety reasons, all sales are final on Jewelry.

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.

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.

I designed this suncatcher with the intention of it fitting into any standard greeting card. That way you can easily give someone a little bit of joy and rainbows - giving someone a reason to smile.

Whether the card you're sending is for a birthday, an anniversary, the holidays, one filled with get well soon or "I'm thinking of you and miss you" greetings, what better way to add a bit more joy and easy reasons to smile to their lives than to tuck in and include a sweet little suncatcher along with it?

DETAILS

• Removable & Reusable Suncatcher

• 3” 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

• POSTAGE NOTE • Altogether, this each packaged suncatcher is 6g of weight. You should not have to add any additional postage to your envelope when you mail your card as a letter, but if you would like to, you can add an "Additional Ounce" stamp which is $0.24.

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

Have you heard of "Forest Bathing" before? It's a common practice in Japan, where even doctors have prescribed the act. It's when you go out to the woods, and spend time outdoors, in nature. While a few hours is ideal, even 15 minutes can show results in improvements in your health, memory, lowering your cortisol (stress hormone) and can make a significant difference in depression. 

“The intent of forest bathing is to put people in touch with present-moment experience in a very deep way,” explains clinical psychologist Susan Albers, PsyD. “The sights, sounds and smells of the forest take us right into that moment, so our brains stop anticipating, recalling, ruminating and worrying.”

According to the Cleveland Clinic "If you don’t have access to green space at all — or if you just can’t get enough of that forest feeling — try bringing the outside in. Spruce up your space by... Burning a woodsy-scented candle or using an oil diffuser to fill your room with the smell of trees. (A 2009 study showed that simply being immersed in the scents of the forest may have a positive impact on your health.)"

And in reading that exact statement, I was inspired.

I wanted to create a candle to ground you, to help you - and me too, to find a way to pause, to slow down, to feel like you're surrounded by Japanese Cypress Trees and Eucalyptus, even if you can only find a moment to steal away in your half bath, or to smell the candle unlit - in your car - before you run into work - or back home to your to do list.

I wanted to make it small and portable, and I wanted to be clean. So I worked with my friends at Summit & Terrace, a wonderful small business that’s also based out of Seattle, to make these into a reality. Made with coconut and soy wax. ~ 20 hour burn time.

I can't wait for you to smell these in person. ✨

CANDLE DETAILS:

• Each candle comes in a reusable gold tin. 
• Candle size: 3.5oz
• Burn Time: ~20 hours
• 100% Natural Coconut and Soy Wax, which burns clean
• Alcohol-free, phthalate-free all-natural fragrance oils
• Non-treated lead-free wood wicks
• No dyes are used

Each candle purchase will include:

• Samantha's Candle Tips Postcard to help you make the most of each candle, maximize the burn time, and tips on how to clean out and reuse the tin when you're done with it

Each candle is made by a small team in the US, so there is a limited quantity of each product available at any given time.

Additional readings: Stanford, Harvard, WebMD, Healthline

Made with luxe wool, these kitty cat toys are filled with high-quality catnip and are Tater Tot* approved! I hope that you and your kitties love these sweet little fishies too!

These Kitty Fishies are made using scraps from my Wool Pin Pennants. Further reducing my waste, and making something fun and joyful in the process.

Happy Fishing!

*tater tot is one of the sweet kitties of HEMLEVA

THOUGHTFUL DESIGN •
These Fishies were designed to fit in their mouth for kitties to carry around, have varying thicknesses (thinner fins) so they can be grabbed easily, a longer body so they can be used as a mini kicker, filled to the brim with catnip, so when the body is bitten it'll release the aroma, and to help with their natural hunting instincts.

DETAILS •

• 1 Fishie • ~3.5” tall and 6" wide
  or 2 Anchovies • ~2.5" tall and 6" wide
  

• Ingredients • Wool, Catnip, Cotton Thread

• COLORS • They will be lucky dip! If you purchase more than one, I will do my best to make sure you don't have doubles. If there is a specific color that you would like though, please let me know when you checkout or reply to your Order Confirmation email to let me know!

• Handmade by Samantha Leung

Are you looking for a beautiful, minimalist way to hold and display your growing enamel pin collection? Then this lovely, handmade pennant is the banner for you.

These Original Pin Pennants are handmade in the HEMLEVA studio by Samantha and Andy with 100% merino wool, a solid Oak dowel, and suspended by an incredibly strong Cotton cord.

Depending on the size of your pins, this pennant can hold between 25-50 enamel pins.

Merino wool is a biodegradable and renewable material, that is naturally moisture and stain-resistant. The wool that I use is also LEED® certification as MR Credit 6.0 Rapidly Renewable Resource as the sheep's wool is harvested in a sustainable manner.

Please note • These are all hand cut by Andy and sewn by hand by Samantha, so inventory depends on a few variables including the supply of wool. If a style sells out, please sign up for the waitlist notification and you'll be notified the moment they're restocked! Thank you so much for understanding.

DIMENSIONS •
MINI • 4.25" wide x 5" tall
ORIGINAL • 8.5” wide x 10.5” tall

All pennants will include 1 Brass Plated Nail.

The Tag is a Vegan Leatherette Tag.

FABRIC CARE INSTRUCTIONS • Spot Clean

NOTE • Pins pictured here are sold separately, to show the scale of the pennant, and can be added to your order.