The Little Mermaid
Hand-crafted storybook
Edition size: 100 copies sold
Dimensions: 160 x 230 x 25mm
a song forewarning,
of a love to end
tomorrow’s dawning.
across the land
tolls mournful curse-
when his ring will find
another hand
that isn’t hers.
(The Little Mermaid).
An enchanting mix of storytelling, art and exquisite hand made treasures, Akina is a multi-award winning Sydney-based label that is charming admirers all over the world.
While the whimsical fashion and accessories disappear almost as soon as they hit the shelves, it is Akina’s signature handcrafted storybooks that have fans eagerly awaiting the next in line of previous sell out releases. Multi-talented Akina artist, Lang Leav draws, writes and designs the contents of her books, before handcrafting each one in her trademark style.
Lang’s newly released book titled ‘The Little Mermaid’ is based on the haunting fairytale by Hans Christian Anderson and is her most intimate work to date.
Article By Stephanie Bond. (Bondville)