LOVE FOOLS: A Skip and Loafer Zine
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LOVE FOOLS: A Skip and Loafer Zine
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LOVE FOOLS is a non-profit fanzine centered on the themes of love and connection in the Skip and Loafer series by Misaki Takamatsu.
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❤️ LEFTOVERS CLOSE IN 4 DAYS ❤️

Only FOUR DAYS left to get your hands on our available bundles and merch! Stock is running low ― don’t delay!

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Image text: Leftovers close in four days! Image description: The graphic shows a preview of a piece by @crumby_joy. The illustration features Mitsumi and Fumi in their middle school uniforms, laying down on the snow and smiling at each other.
December 1, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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🩵 LEFTOVERS CLOSE IN 5 DAYS 🩵

The clock is ticking ― we only have FIVE DAYS left until the end of leftovers! Secure your bundle today!

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Image text: Leftovers close in five days! Image description : The graphic shows a preview of a print by @fraudue_. The background is blue and has various doodles of stars, waves and hearts in white and yellow. The illustration features some characters of the cast in their high school uniforms ; Yuzuki, Shima, Takamine, Kanechika and Yamada are all smiling at the viewer.
November 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Mitsumi and Shima have returned from their mission with their last love letter!
As our leftovers sale nears its end, we want to thank you for your endless support. You’ve made all of this possible!

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🤍 LEFTOVERS : NOV 7TH - DEC 5TH
Image displays chibis of Mitsumi and Shima from Skip and Loafer. Mitsumi is stepping forward, carrying a tall stack of papers while Shima is trailing after her. An envelope with a heart-shaped seal has floated from the top of the paper-stack and has looped around in the air. Shima has his hands out in front of him to catch it. Illustrations drawn by Kirma @mikamukais. In the background, an open envelope reveals the following message: “There's so much I wanna praise, from the cuuuuute totebag to the lovely pin and book cover, but I just want to say thank you to everyone for coming together for such a lovely project - the love between friends, family and more, it's an endearing zine that really captures the spirit of its source! Thank you everyone!!”
November 29, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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💛 LEFTOVERS CLOSE IN ONE WEEK 💛

Leftovers close in ONE WEEK, on December 5th at 11:59PM EST! Don’t miss your chance to snag your physical copy of LOVE FOOLS!

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Image text: Leftovers close in one week! Image description: The graphic shows a preview of Sticker by @snowytowns. The illustration features Makoto, Yuzuki, Mika, Mitsumi and Nao on a road trip. Nao is driving a convertible pink car with Mitsumi excitedly smiling beside her in the passenger seat. Yuzuki and Mika are sitting in the backseat and Makoto is trying to catch her straw hat that the wind seems to have blown. They’re all dressed in adorable summer outfits.
November 28, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Mitsumi and Shima are back on the clock with a lovely letter from one of our preorder shoppers!
If you haven’t already, check out our ongoing leftovers sale before stock runs out!

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🤍 LEFTOVERS : NOV 7TH - DEC 5TH
Image displays chibis of Mitsumi and Shima from Skip and Loafer. Mitsumi is stepping forward, carrying a tall stack of papers while Shima is trailing after her. An envelope with a heart-shaped seal has floated from the top of the paper-stack and has looped around in the air. Shima has his hands out in front of him to catch it. Illustrations drawn by Kirma @mikamukais. In the background, an open envelope reveals the following message: “this was amazing! i loved the creativity in stories and art produced. absolutely love the skip and loafer community and this was a great representation of it”
November 26, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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The Mitsumi and Shima express has just delivered a heartwarming love letter to our project. Your support means the world to us, we couldn’t have done it without you!
Our leftovers sale is still on!

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🤍 LEFTOVERS : NOV 7TH - DEC 5TH
Image displays chibis of Mitsumi and Shima from Skip and Loafer. Mitsumi is stepping forward, carrying a tall stack of papers while Shima is trailing after her. An envelope with a heart-shaped seal has floated from the top of the paper-stack. Shima has his hands out in front of him to catch it. Illustrations drawn by Kirma @mikamukais. In the background, an open envelope reveals the following message: “I can tell everything was made with so much love for what Skip and Loafer stands for. So many things have happened in my life ever since I first heard about the project, so I’m very happy that it’s finally in my hands! All of the physical goods are so well done and beautiful, and the stories and artwork together inside make me ponder about both the warmth and insecurities in my own life. And really, the cover is so perfect and gorgeous I can stare at it all day! Many emotions well up as I look at it. I’m grateful to the dedication that was put into all of this!”
November 24, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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The Mitsumi and Shima postal service has returned with a heartfelt love letter to our amazing team of contributors from one of our preorder shoppers!
Check out our leftovers sale to secure your bundle!

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🤍 LEFTOVERS : NOV 7TH - DEC 5TH
Image displays chibis of Mitsumi and Shima from Skip and Loafer. Mitsumi is stepping forward, carrying a tall stack of papers while Shima is trailing after her. Illustrations drawn by Kirma @mikamukais. In the background, an open envelope reveals the following message: “YUZUMAKO YUZUMAKO YUZUMAKO!!! alex siple and prince can i have your hands in marriage??? i also loved rain drop SO MUCHHH thank you lila for exploring that character dynamic. sooo much gorgeous art... i can't believe i get to see all of this... took me a week to finish looking through the zine bc i just looked at every page for soooo long. so cozy so sweet how do i experience this for the first time again?? nao-chan content made me so emotional... and also love love love my MIKAMUKAIII maya it was so amazing!!! was sad that i couldn't buy any physical merch, but i'm glad that i get to see it all in the pdf :))”
November 22, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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💜 LEFTOVERS CLOSE IN 2 WEEKS 💜

We’re halfway through our leftovers sale with only TWO WEEKS left! Make sure to check out our available stock while it lasts.

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Image text: Leftovers close in two weeks! Image description: The graphic shows a preview of a tote bag by @mirarasol. The illustration features Mitsumi, Makoto, Yuzuki, Mika, Yamada, Mukai and Shima during a study session at the library.
November 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Our two cupids went above and beyond to collect feedback from our preorder shoppers, and they’ve come bearing a glowing love letter to the project!
Don’t miss out on our ongoing leftovers sale!

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🤍 LEFTOVERS : NOV 7TH - DEC 5TH
Image displays chibis of Mitsumi and Shima from Skip and Loafer. Mitsumi is stepping forward, carrying a tall stack of papers while Shima is trailing after her. An envelope with a heart-shaped seal has floated from the top of the paper-stack and has looped around in the air. Shima has his hands out in front of him to catch it. Illustrations drawn by Kirma @mikamukais. In the background, an open envelope reveals the following message: “Every bit of artwork was a stand-out piece to me! I was extremely pleased with everything that came, whether it was the zine, the tote bag, the cards, stickers, charms—my energy was genuinely revitalized by the care, quality and detail behind each and every item delivered. I adore and have no regrets with this purchase, and even show off various merch to those around me as they are top-notch and deserve to be seen. The team did an excellent job with the LOVE FOOLS! zine and would check out future projects from them and their artists.”
November 19, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Mitsumi and Shima set out on a mission to gather feedback from our preorder shoppers, and they’ve brought back a sweet love letter for LOVE FOOLS!
Check out our ongoing leftovers sale!

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🤍 LEFTOVERS : NOV 7TH - DEC 5TH
Image displays chibis of Mitsumi and Shima from Skip and Loafer. Mitsumi is stepping forward, carrying a tall stack of papers while Shima is trailing after her. An envelope with a heart-shaped seal has floated from the top of the paper-stack and has looped around in the air. Shima has his hands out in front of him to catch it. Illustrations drawn by Kirma @mikamukais. In the background, an open envelope reveals the following message: “The zine was so lovely to read through, you could really feel the love for the characters! I also appreciate how much variety there was, with every character getting some time to shine. The merch is so adorable too! Thanks so much for putting this project together, I will treasure it :)”
November 17, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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🧡 LEFTOVERS CLOSE IN 3 WEEKS 🧡

There are now three weeks left until the end of our leftovers sale! Grab our available bundles and à la carte merch before they’re gone!

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ALT: Image text: Leftovers close in three weeks! Image description: The graphic shows a preview of a print by @oliviorb. The illustration features Nao and Mitsumi in stylish outfits striking cool poses. Nao is in a suit with a ruffled shirt underneath and is throwing a peace sign as she faces the viewer and Mitsumi is adorably smiling in a lovely dress and headband with, face framed by her hands.
November 14, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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💜 CHARITY SPOTLIGHT 💜

All profits made from this zine will be donated to the Trans Women of Color Collective. Your purchase of LOVE FOOLS will directly support their cause!

Leftover sales are open until December 5th! More info below ⬇️
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CHARITY SPOTLIGHT ! All profits go to the Trans Women of Color Collective! - Leftovers sale open from November 7th to December 5th Image displays the logo of the Trans Women of Color Collective
November 10, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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🍫 Chocolate Box — Merch à la carte

Don’t forget to check our store for a selection of à la carte merch. Quantities are LIMITED, so act fast!
Image text : Chocolate Box - Merch à la carte! Image displays a preview of LOVE FOOLS à la carte merch. The previewed items are : - a die-cut sticker of Makoto, Yuzuki, Mitsumi and Mika huddling together - a die-cut sticker of Nao, Mitsumi, Yuzuki, Makoto and Mika on a road trip - a charm of Shima and Mitsumi in winter uniforms - a charm of Yuzuki and Makoto holding hands in colorful outfits - a sticker sheet featuring Shima and Mitsumi, chibis of Makoto, Yuzuki and Mika, and Nao hugging Mitsumi. - a sticker sheet that looks like a Valentines chocolate box featuring Mika, adorable chocolates and two Mika chibis. - an enamel pin of Shima and Mitsumi in their zoo date outfits holding a little panda keychain. - a tote bag featuring Mitsumi, Makoto, Yuzuki, Mika, Yamada, Mukai and Shima during a study session at the library. Various stationary items are laid on the borders and “Let’s study!” is written in the upper corner of the illustration.
November 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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💐 Flower Crown — Full Bundle ($70 USD)

This bundle contains:
♡ Physical zine
♡ Zine PDF
♡ 5 emotes
♡ 7 icons
♡ 2 acrylic charms
♡ 2 die-cut stickers
♡ 2 sticker sheets
♡ 2 prints
♡ 1 tote bag
♡ ALL stretch goals!
Image text : Flower Crown ($70) Image displays a preview of LOVE FOOLS Full bundle. The previewed items are - the Physical Zine - the Zine PDF - a print featuring Mitsumi and Nao in stylish outfits - a print featuring Mitsumi eating taiyaki at its center and Mukai, Mika, Makoto, Yuzuki, Shima, Takamine, Kanechika and Yamada displayed behind her. - a die-cut sticker of Makoto, Yuzuki, Mitsumi and Mika huddling together - a die-cut sticker of Nao, Mitsumi, Yuzuki, Makoto and Mika on a road trip - a charm of Shima and Mitsumi in winter uniforms - a charm of Yuzuki and Makoto holding hands in colorful outfits - a sticker sheet featuring Shima and Mitsumi, chibis of Makoto, Yuzuki and Mika, and Nao hugging Mitsumi. - a sticker sheet that looks like a Valentines chocolate box featuring Mika, adorable chocolates and two Mika chibis. - a tote bag featuring Mitsumi, Makoto, Yuzuki, Mika, Yamada, Mukai and Shima during a study session at the library. Various stationary items are laid on the borders and “Let’s study!” is written in the upper corner of the illustration - an enamel pin of Shima and Mitsumi in their zoo date outfits holding a little panda keychain - a standee of Mika, Makoto and Yuzuki smiling. Mika is throwing a peace sign, Makoto has a hand on her hip and Yuzuki is waving to the viewer. Image text : Flower Crown, Full Bundle! ($70) This bundle contains the Physical Zine, the Zine PDF, 5 emotes, 7 icons, 2 charms, 2 sticker sheets, 2 die-cut stickers, 2 prints, 1 tote bag & all stretch goals!
November 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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🍰 Sweet Tooth : White Day Edition! — Half Bundle ($45 USD)

This bundle contains:
♡ Physical Zine
♡ Zine PDF
♡ 5 emotes
♡ 7 icons
♡ 2 die-cut stickers
♡ 1 (group) sticker sheet
♡ 1 (Nao & Mitsumi) print
♡ 1 tote bag
Image text : Sweet tooth - White Day Edition! ($45) Image displays a preview of LOVE FOOLS Half bundle. The previewed items are - the Physical Zine - the Zine PDF - a print featuring Mitsumi and Nao in stylish outfits - a die-cut sticker of Makoto, Yuzuki, Mitsumi and Mika huddling together - a die-cut sticker of Nao, Mitsumi, Yuzuki, Makoto and Mika on a road trip - a sticker sheet featuring Shima and Mitsumi, chibis of Makoto, Yuzuki and Mika, and Nao hugging Mitsumi. - a tote bag featuring Mitsumi, Makoto, Yuzuki, Mika, Yamada, Mukai and Shima during a study session at the library. Various stationary items are laid on the borders and “Let’s study!” is written in the upper corner of the illustration Image text : Sweet Tooth - White Day Edition, Half Bundle! ($45) This bundle contains the Physical Zine, the Zine PDF, 5 emotes, 7 icons, 2 die-cut stickers, 1 (group) sticker sheet, 1 (Nao & Mitsumi) print and 1 tote bag.
November 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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🍩 Sweet Tooth : Valentine’s Day Edition! — Half Bundle ($45 USD)

This bundle contains:
♡ Physical Zine
♡ Zine PDF
♡ 5 emotes
♡ 7 icons
♡ 2 die-cut stickers
♡ 1 (Mika) sticker sheet
♡ 1 (group) print
♡ 1 tote bag
Image text : Sweet tooth - Valentine’s Day Edition! ($45) Image displays a preview of LOVE FOOLS Half bundle. The previewed items are - the Physical Zine - the Zine PDF - a print featuring Mitsumi eating taiyaki at its center and Mukai, Mika, Makoto, Yuzuki, Shima, Takamine, Kanechika and Yamada displayed behind her. - a die-cut sticker of Makoto, Yuzuki, Mitsumi and Mika huddling together - a die-cut sticker of Nao, Mitsumi, Yuzuki, Makoto and Mika on a road trip - a sticker sheet that looks like a Valentines chocolate box featuring Mika, adorable chocolates and two Mika chibis - a tote bag featuring Mitsumi, Makoto, Yuzuki, Mika, Yamada, Mukai and Shima during a study session at the library. Various stationary items are laid on the borders and “Let’s study!” is written in the upper corner of the illustration Image text : Sweet Tooth - Valentine Day’s Edition, Half Bundle! ($45) This bundle contains the Physical Zine, the Zine PDF, 5 emotes, 7 icons, 2 die-cut stickers, 1 (Mika) sticker sheet, 1 (group) print and 1 tote bag.
November 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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🌷 Pinky Promise — Zine-only Bundle ($30 USD)

This bundle contains:
♡ Physical zine
♡ Zine PDF
♡ 5 emotes
♡ 7 icons
Image text : Pinky Promise ($30) Image displays a preview of LOVE FOOLS Zine bundle, containing the physical Zine, the Zine PDF, 7 icons and 5 emotes. The icons feature Mitsumi, Shima, Yuzuki, Makoto, Mika, Mukai and Yamada with adorable red hearts on their faces. The emotes are adorable depictions of Mitsumi as a cat, Shima as the Iwakura family dog Satonosuke, Makoto as a wolf, Mika as a bear and Mukai as a horse. Image text : Pinky promise, Zine Bundle! ($30) This bundle contains the Physical Zine, the Zine PDF, 5 emotes and 7 icons.
November 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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💌 Love Letter — Digital Bundle ($20 USD)

This bundle contains:
♡ Zine PDF
♡ 5 emotes
♡ 7 icons
Image text : Love Letter ($20) Image displays a preview of LOVE FOOLS digital bundle, containing the Zine PDF, 7 icons and 5 emotes. The icons feature Mitsumi, Shima, Yuzuki, Makoto, Mika, Mukai and Yamada with adorable red hearts on their faces. The emotes are adorable depictions of Mitsumi as a cat, Shima as the Iwakura family dog Satonosuke, Makoto as a wolf, Mika as a bear and Mukai as a horse. Image text : Love Letter, Digital Bundle! ($20) This bundle contains the Zine PDF, 5 emotes and 7 icons.
November 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Every crisp autumn breeze carries a whisper of spring — leftover sales for LOVE FOOLS are now OPEN until December 5th 11:59pm PST! Our stock is very LIMITED so grab your bundle while you can!

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Image Text: LEFTOVERS SALE OPEN! November 7th - December 5th Image displays the LOVE FOOLS! cover by @clickuu. The illustration features Mitsumi and Shima facing each other, holding hands in a patch full of flowers. Mitsumi is smiling and Shima is turned towards her, his expression not visible to the viewer though there is a blush on his cheeks. Mitsumi wears a yellow dress and is holding a bouquet of flowers, while Shima wears a white shirt and blue pants.
November 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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🤍 LEFTOVERS OPEN TOMORROW 🤍

LOVE FOOLS will be available one last time starting tomorrow! See you there!
All proceeds go to the Trans Women of Color Collective.
Image text: Leftovers open tomorrow! Image description: The graphic shows a preview by @wheatormeat, featuring Nao and Mitsumi walking together outside. Mitsumi is in her school uniform, holding an umbrella and Nao is fondly smiling at her.
November 6, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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💜 LEFTOVERS OPEN IN 2 DAYS 💜

Leftovers open in just 2 DAYS! This will be your final opportunity to snag our zine and merch, make sure to check it out!
Image text: Leftovers open in two days! Image description: The graphic shows a preview by @ivrorgav_y, featuring Yuzuki in braided twintails winking at a flustered Makoto.
November 5, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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❤️ LEFTOVERS OPEN IN 3 DAYS ❤️

The wait for leftovers is almost over — our leftovers sale open on November 7th! Stock is LIMITED, don’t miss out!
Image text: Leftovers open in three days! Image description: The graphic shows a preview by @coralreefskim. The illustration features a close-up of Yamada with bright red cheeks looking in awe at the person next to him. He’s wearing a summer yukata.
November 4, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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💛 LEFTOVERS OPEN IN 5 DAYS 💛

Make sure to mark your calendars; leftover sales open in 5 days on November 7th! Don’t miss out on this last chance to purchase LOVE FOOLS!
Image text: Leftovers open in five days! Image description: The graphic shows a preview of a piece by @reimagie, featuring a younger Shima on a busy filming set. He’s in pajamas, holding a bunny plushie and smiling happily at someone.
November 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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💙 LEFTOVERS OPEN IN 1 WEEK 💙

Happy Halloween! We have some news that will give you chills in the best way—leftover sales open in ONE WEEK on November 7th! We can't wait to see you there!
Image text: Leftovers open in one week! Image description: The graphic shows a preview of a piece by @pimientodulces, featuring Mitsumi and Maharu holding hands and strolling dressed in summer clothing, with Mitsumi carrying a big net and wearing a hat.
October 31, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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💙 SHIPPING UPDATE 💙

Shipping has officially begun! Bundles will be sent out in rounds over the next few weeks, with the first round shipping this week. Share your pictures and tag us; we'd love to see them!

As a bonus, check out this fun packing video from our shipping mods!
September 2, 2025 at 3:03 PM