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October Shop Update

Saturday, October 17th at 12pm PT

Made by hand

My name is Winnie, the creator of Waku Waku Island! I'm an independent artist located near Seattle, WA. I have a strong passion for crafting, decorating and everything cute as well as a deep nostalgic love for the art in video games, especially Nintendo.

I was making cute home decor as a hobby when I started Waku Waku Island back in 2016. People really enjoyed what I was creating so I started selling on Etsy. When I had this idea of making a Gameboy planter I knew I had to make it work somehow.  After a lot of practice, and some trial and error, it evolved into what you see today. Thanks to all the support, I'm now able to do this as my full time job! I'm so grateful to be able to do this, all I could ever really hope for is that my art makes people smile, and I'd like to continue doing that :)

Reviews

This piece is so beautiful, that I'm having trouble putting it into words. Up close, you can easily tell that a lot of care and time went into making it. I truly admire the artist's work. It is worth every penny!

Lil Moon

Such a lovely piece of artwork. Looks beautiful on my window sill next to my succulents. Excellent craftsmanship and secure and fast shipping. Already coming back for another piece. THANK YOU!

Jennifer

 absolutely love it!! I cant believe I was able to get a beautiful wakuwakuisland piece♡♡. I have followed this store since 2016 and I love it. The details are amazing along with the dewy drops added in. I cant wait to purchase more!! 10000000/10♡♡♡

Kiran

Absolutely adorable and came in great condition, clearly packed with a lot of care, and quick shipping as well! My favorite purchase of the year :)

Christine

I’m at a loss for words, this piece is so beautiful. Waku shipped this so quickly! I have purchased a few times from Waku and each time the quality of work and the joy I get from each piece is just overwhelming. Thank you so much. I added the pikachu end because they all just look so cute together. ❤️

Malika

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you do custom commissions?

Custom orders are currently closed due to Covid-19, because its been extremely difficult to get particular figures from overseas, as well as the cost of the figures has dramatically increased. Another reason I'm taking a break from customs is that its extremely time consuming to do them and for now I'm just enjoying doing pieces that  I enjoy and inspire me! :) 

Are the plants real?

The plants are artificial and the moss is preserved, so the planters require no maintenance. Everything inside the Gameboy is strongly glued together. However in the rare event that the items are delivered to you loosely, please get in touch.

Are the figurines handmade?

No, the figures use for my pieces are sourced from Japan, I try to stick with authentic toys from brands like Bandai and Tomy. Some of the toys are also from Japanese Gashapon machines! I get them from SO many different websites and independent sellers. Its taken me a long time to build my list of resources. If you are wondering what collection or brand a certain figure is from just message me!

Do you ship Internationally?

Yes, I do for small terrariums and Gameboys! I use Fedex Priority currently for international shipping. The price will be calculated at checkout.

How often do you update your shop?

I release new art pieces a couple times per month. I announce on social media when the releases will happen. I usually release about 10-20 pieces per update. Each one of my pieces is one of a kind, I will sometimes make variants of pieces but no two are ever the exact same.

Can I pre-order or reserve a piece ahead of time?

No, to make it fair for everyone all shop updates are first come first serve.

Sustainability?

I really care about the environment and I try to keep my business as green as possible. I use 100% biodegradable bubble wrap and recycled boxes for packing.

How long does it take to make your pieces?

It anywhere from 4-6 hours to make each piece. each one is made with a lot of care and attention to small details.

Have more questions?

Email me at WakuWakuIsland@aol.com!