About My Dear Darling

My Dear Darling is an online gift shop where you can find a variety of handmade gifts. Currently, the shop offers penguin plush dolls, character pillows, fruit pillows and stationery, most of which can be personalized. My Dear Darling's mission is to explore creativity, provide innovative designs and handcraft special personalized gifts for individuals. New products are added periodically, so make sure to check back to see what's new!

My Dear Darling was created by Akiyo with the help of her husband, Brandon. She designs and creates all the products you see in the shop but everything is first approved by him. Akiyo's heart goes into every project and especially enjoys working with her clients on personalized gifts. She loves getting to know her customers and feels giddy when she receives Fan Moments photos of her products with their new families. Brandon has a full time job at 2K Marin and is such a sweet supportive husband, that he takes some of his off time to help Akiyo with her business. They currently reside in Novato, California with their dog, Katsu, and hope to travel around the world some day.

A little thank you note:

I want to thank everyone: my darling husband, my family, my friends (especially Bryce), all my clients, My Dear Darling fans and He Said She Said listeners. I wouldn't be able to do what I love without all of you. :) Thank you for all the love and support!

Lots of Smiles,
Akiyo