#nicomaki

My girls,,,,,,, ❤️

with da taste of yuor lips !!!

Requested by @foxtailedanimator! I actually have a fic series about this already, so if you want to read more about this concept, look here.

Tsubahono (Honoka’s parents): Tsubasa is rather relaxed about it, she wants to make a good impression, but she isn’t worried. That is, until she actually walks into Honoka’s house. Her parents are unintentionally intimidating, especially her stoically silent father. Honoka’s mother is very nice and does all the questioning, she’s heard a lot about her from Honoka and wants to make sure she lives up to the hype and is good for her daughter.She, of course, passes the “interview” with flying colours. Honoka’s dad gives her a simple thumbs up of approval and she’s welcomed to the family (And is given a discount on all Homura bakery products)

RinPana (Rin’s parents): Rin’s parents have known Hanayo for years now due to her being Rin’s best friend, but with their first meeting with her as Rin’s girlfriend, they try and make it special. When they first open the door to them, her dad scares the shit out of Hanayo by jokingly doing the intimidating “what are your intentions with my daughter” thing. Both of them immediately treat her like part of the family and start spoiling her. Rin finds it kinda embarrassing. They make fried rice for dinner and give her mochi for dessert. Rin’s dad jokes a lot about stuff, not poking fun or being mean spirited, just being silly. Rin’s mum absolutely adores Hanayo and is so happy Rin has such a fantastic girlfriend.

NozoEli (Nozomi’s parents): Not only is it Eli’s first time meeting them, it’s Nozomi’s first time seeing them in a long while. Nozomi is pretty nervous about seeing them again and Eli is very bias against them. After travelling to their house, they get welcomed very warmly. It’s all awkward, but her parents try their best to re-establish the lost connection. It never gets brought up or discussed directly, but it’s in the back of everyone’s mind. They both give Eli their blessing. After the first few awkward hours, they start to get along more naturally and normally. It’s not perfect and it’s still kind of awkward, but t’s a good start. Nozomi and Eli leave satisfied and hopeful for a better relationship with them in the future. 

KotoUmi (Kotori’s parents): Like with Hanayo’s parents, they knew their daughter’s girlfriend really well already. Umi was extremely nervous about it, wanting desperately to get their approval and prove that she’s worthy of Kotori. Kotori thought she was taking it too seriously, considering they know her already. Kotori’s parents were rather teasing about it. Her mum claiming that she “knew what they dd at school”. Umi practically died at that and Kotori was pretty embarrassed too. When it came time, Umi bowed to them and requested their approval, they considered saying no to mess with her, but didn’t. Kotori’s dad resolved to sew her a gift in celebration. 

NicoMaki (Maki’s parents): The meeting happened at Maki’s mothers insistence, as the others didn’t really think it was necessary. Despite this Nico was keen to impress, especially because of what she’d heard about Maki’s dad being so serious and strict. To her surprise, both parents were extremely curious about her. They both initially seemed unimpressed, but after they finished questioning her they both smiled approvingly. Maki’s dad saying that while she’s odd, she has all the traits he could ever want for his daughter’s girlfriend. Passionate, hardworking, caring, and most importantly, able to make her happy. Nico was a bit confused about that last one, so Maki’s mother stepped in and explained that she was doing a great job with that, and in private Maki seemed a lot happier. She advised her to just keep at it and not get discouraged, it’s just a Nishikino thing. 

EreAn (Erena’s parents): Their first meeting actually went really badly. Anju didn’t take it very seriously and her lax attitude came across sort of badly to Erena’s parents.They also didn’t respond well to her being overly friendly and causal with people she just met. They didn’t advise Erena against dating her, they believed it was her choice, but they didn’t really like her very much. During the whole thing Erena’ was a little irritated, but was accustomed to Anju, so she didn’t really see the issues her parents did. After getting a talking to from Erena, Anju agreed to have another, more serious meeting, where she’d be more respectful and try to come across better and not speak without thinking like she tended to.

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amywaterwings:

FanbindingCritical Rules for Not-Datingby@arca9

To say that @arca9 is a central part of my fandom life is to put thing mildly. This brilliant human manages to be the kindest soul I know and a stunning fucking writer.

Critical Rules for Not-Dating is from the Love Live! School Idol project, is novel-length, and so is perfect for binding.

Summary

“It’s just sex,” Nico says, and she hears Maki groan in embarrassment from the other side of the closed door. “It’s not a big deal. It’s just like being friends with benefits? Except, you know, we’re not actually friends.”

Nozomi just blinks, her gaze soft but judgemental.

“Ah,” she says. “That sounds… healthy?”

[Because what could be simpler than casually sleeping with someone you don’t even like?]

Poking

Turns out book presses and rulers really help with drawing straight lines

Sewing, gluing, and rounding

We’re going to do a kettle stitch with two cloth bands to allow for flexibility. This gives us the flexibility to allow for a rounded spine (yeah, I love a good rounded spine).

Fun fact: you use a hammer to round the spine. Sacrilegious right?

Cover

The cover of is done with a bright green book cloth and one of my favourite papers ever from the amazing ElLibroRojoBCN (Etsy shop linked) and book cloth from Bookcraftsupplyco (Etsy shop linked).

Art

Some absolutely gorgeous art by @wintersanarchy​ and ILoveKasen

@arca9 is one of the best writers I know. She’s also one of my best friends. Read everything she’s written. You won’t be disappointed.

Read it on ao3!!!

There’s also an intro of sorts you can read herecalledlet’s be friends (so we can make out).

Please look at how talented Amy is at book binding! This is so gorgeous and I’m sorry I didn’t reblog it sooner, but I was a little distracted showing a lovely Canadian around. Thank you so much @amywaterwings for not only creating such a beautiful book of a fic I’m actually pretty proud of, but also for hand delivering it. I miss you already!