Yaaaay! I have been meaning to re brand Maiko Nagao for a while... and here it is! Finally. I'm really loving the monochrome, hand lettering style.
LOVE my work? You can now purchase my prints from www.maikonagao.com
24 August 2014
New branding design by Maiko Nagao
Yaaaay! I have been meaning to re brand Maiko Nagao for a while... and here it is! Finally. I'm really loving the monochrome, hand lettering style.
LOVE my work? You can now purchase my prints from www.maikonagao.com
18 August 2014
DIY tin can washi tape container tutorial
So, during my recent trip to Japan I stocked up on some washi tape. They were 100 yen (around $1) each from Daiso. At that price how could I not stock up, right?! Ok, so here is my first attempt at washi tape crafting. A DIY tin can container which took me less than 5 minutes.
You will need:
- Washi tape of your choice
- Tin can (washed and dried)
Directions:
1. Just stick your favourite washi tape around and around the tin cans. Voila!
So easy! What are some of your favourite washi tape crafts?
16 August 2014
My top 10 baking soda uses
Baking Soda has been a natural and affordable way to clean and freshen all around our homes for ever! It's pure, safe, and effective, which makes it a great alternative to using harsh chemicals. The best part is that it's eco, cheap and safe around kids and pets!
Here are my top top 10 baking soda uses
1. Exfoliate skin: Wash your face, then apply a soft paste made of three parts baking soda and one part water. Massage gently avoiding the eye area. Rinse clean.
2. Refrigerator deodorizer: Place an open box in the back of the fridge. It will absorb nasty odours.
3. Unclog a drain: Pour 1/2 to 1 cup of baking soda down the drain, then slowly pour 1/2 to 1 cup of white vinegar after it. Let sit for five minutes. Follow with a litre of boiling water.
4. Toilet cleaner/deodorizer: Add a cup of baking soda into the toilet, leave it for 30 minutes, then flush. It will clean the toilet squeaky clean and absorb the odour.
5. Scrub pans: Sprinkle baking soda on crusted pans and let sit for five minutes. Lightly scrub and rinse.
6. Relieve diaper rash: Put two Tbsp of baking soda in your baby’s bathwater to help relieve diaper rash.
7. Cleanse hair: Sprinkle 1Tbsp baking soda into your palm along with your favorite shampoo. Shampoo as usual and rinse thoroughly. Baking soda helps remove nasty residue that styling products leave behind.
8. Remove odour from carpets: Sprinkle baking soda on the carpet. Let set overnight, or as long as possible. Sweep up the larger amounts of baking soda, and vacuum up the rest.
9. Feet soak: Soak tired feet in a basin of warm water with 3 Tbsp baking soda.
10. Fruit and vege scrub: A safe way to clean dirt and pesticides off fruit and veges. Just sprinkle a little on a clean damp sponge, scrub and rinse.
- A commonly available mineral full of many cleaning attributes, baking soda is made from soda ash, and is slightly alkaline (it’s pH is around 8.1; 7 is neutral). It neutralizes acid-based odors in water, and absorbs odours from the air.
Live without pretending... quote. Hand lettering by Maiko Nagao
I am currently oh so inspired by this quote. "Live without pretending, love without depending, listen without defending, speak without offending".
This is part my 365 days of type mission. Check out my other hand lettered work here!
14 August 2014
DIY Washi tape wall decal by Everything Emily
I recently stocked up on some washi tape from my trip to Japan and have been researching some cool DIY washi tape ideas! I came across this super cute wall decal via Everything Emily. I love that she only used 2 rolls of washi tape but for those that don't have any, black duct tape or electric tape would do. I've DIYed a few wall decals with duct tape and it's worked a treat! It's stayed on for over 6 months now, no sweat!
Just cut 2" strips, and stick them on the wall at 5" apart. You can also heat them with a hairdryer for that extra durability. All of this for under $10! Make sure you check out her full tutorial here.
Enjoy!
9 August 2014
Free wallpaper - Shine bright like a diamond. Hand lettering by Maiko Nagao
Rihanna said it! Always shine bright like a diamond! I hope these wallpapers will inspire you in some way! x
This is part my 365 days of type mission. Check out my other hand lettered work here!
I will have plenty more wallpapers coming so stay tuned!
How to install wallpaper on your phone
The easiest way would be to actually download it directly onto your iPhone.
1. On your iPhone, open up your browser and navigate to this page.
2.
Choose the wallpaper you wish to download by clicking on the link. Once
the image displays on your screen, press down firmly on the image until
a menu pops up and then click 'Save Image".
*Please note these wallpapers are for personal use only and not to be distributed or resold.
13 July 2014
Hand lettered prints by Maiko Nagao
Always be yourself unless you can be spiderman, then always be spiderman. 
Cus all of me, loves all of you. Available from www.collected.co.nz 
Be YOU tiful. Available from www.collected.co.nz 
Shine bright like a diamond. Available from www.collected.co.nz 
Aroha = Love in Maori. Available from www.collected.co.nz
Do epic sh*t. Available from www.collected.co.nz
I have super exciting news! My prints are now available exclusively by the amazing LeeAnn Yare from Collected! LeeAnn is an interior stylist, magazine writer, and TV presenter from Auckland, NZ. Her store Collected is a treasure trove of all LeeAnn's favourite interior finds. If you haven't checked it out yet, it's a MUST! Available in store and online at www.collected.co.nz/collections/decorate
LOVE my work? You can now purchase my prints from www.maikonagao.com
28 June 2014
Free printable wrapping paper - hand lettering by Maiko Nagao
Need last minute gift wrap? I designed some spunky FREE printable gift wraps for you all. They are A4 in size but they can be easily A3 if you print two out and tape together! Make sure you set the page 'to fit' when printing! Download yours below.
// Hearts // Stripes // You are awesome //
*Please note these gift wraps are for personal use only and not to be redistributed or sold. If you would like to share these, please credit and link back to this post for downloading.
LOVE my work? You can now purchase my prints from www.maikonagao.com
Win Maiko Nagao hand lettering prints!
Hey you! Wanna win my hand lettering prints? Then hop on over to my Facebook page and tell me which one is your favourite in the comments section. That's it! Competition closes Sunday 29th June so get in quick!
If you like my work, you can also check out my '365 days of type' challenge here.
24 June 2014
DIY Nautical rope vase
Check out this gorgeous DIY Nautical rope vase by Julie via Coordinately Yours! It would be perfect for a DIY rustic wedding don't you think? The image on the left is from Savvy Sugar and they have a super easy step by step guide for you to follow.
- All you need is some rope, washed can and a hot glue gun. Attach the rope around and around the can using glue until you get to the top. It only takes 5 minutes to make!
You could also turn it into a pen holder for a bit of pretty decor on your office desk...
22 June 2014
Free wallpaper download - Do epic shit. Hand lettering by Maiko Nagao
This is part my 365 days of type mission. Check out my other hand lettered work here!
I will have plenty more wallpapers coming so stay tuned!
LOVE my work? You can now purchase my prints from www.maikonagao.com
23 May 2014
DIY Anti monster spray - FREE printable
My friend's most amazing tip to rid your child’s fear of scary monsters at bed time comes in a spray bottle! That's right, just use a squirt bottle (with water in it) to spray away those uninvited monsters!
Here's how:
1. Simply print my label out on a piece of A4 paper, trim to the appropriate
size
2. Stick to any spray bottle with water inside
3. If you can, add some scent to the water for added magical ghost repelling
qualities. Lavendar is a great essential oil for bed time!
Sweet dreams!!
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14 May 2014
Be YOU tiful - hand lettering by Maiko Nagao
LOVE my work? You can now purchase my prints from www.maikonagao.com
12 May 2014
365 Days of Type - Hand lettering by Maiko Nagao
10 May 2014
Happy Mother's Day! Hand lettering by Maiko Nagao
Happy Mother's Day to all the mum's out there! Here's a blinged up Mother's Day card version I sketched up earlier this week again as part of my 365 days of type.
LOVE my work? You can now purchase my prints from www.maikonagao.com
5 May 2014
DIY Chalkboard paint in any colour by A Beautiful Mess
Make sure you check out A Beautiful Mess' full tutorial here!
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4 May 2014
Mother's Day card - free download by Maiko Nagao
Make sure you print on a thick A4 card and set it to 'fit to page' when printing. There are two grey lines at the top and bottom as markers for you to cut in half to make two.
Don't forget to download out my other 'You're so freakin' awesome mum' Mother's Day card here.
Make sure you follow me on facebook, pinterest and twitter, for more daily creative inspiration!
*Please note these cards are for personal use only and not to be sold or redistributed.
2 May 2014
365 Days of Type continues... Hand lettering by Maiko Nagao
Here are a couple more hand lettering pieces to add to my 365 Days of Type mission! The first one "She's a dreamer, a doer. She sees possibilities everywhere" is what keeps me motivated and inspired to do this mission. You can purchase it from my Society6 shop here!
Make sure you follow me on facebook, pinterest and twitter, for more daily creative inspiration!
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