Instead of drawing a Pokémon, Ito creates a small amigurumi-style Pokémon from yarn, constructs a miniature environment around it using materials such as felt and other craft materials, and then photographs the finished scene for the card artwork.
That means the image on an Asako Ito Pokémon card is essentially a photograph of an actual handmade
Thank you for taking a look at my listing.
I have been collecting Pokémon cards since 2007, and the hobby has been something I have enjoyed with my family for many years. I am now at a stage where I have decided to gradually downsize my personal collection and hopefully pass these cards on to other Pokémon collectors who will enjoy them as much as we have.
The cards I am listing are from my own personal collection.
Cards were originally pulled from packs and carefully stored. I have always considered myself a collector rather than a player, so the cards have not been used for gameplay. Cards were placed into penny sleeves and stored in plastic storage tubs in a dry, dark location, away from normal handling and display.
As I work through my collection, I am putting together groups and sets of cards that I think other collectors may enjoy — particularly people building binders, completing sets, collecting particular Pokémon, illustrators, eras or expansions.
With Pokémon approaching its 30th Anniversary, it seems like a great time for some of these cards to find their way into new collections.
I have looked after my cards to the best of my ability, but please remember that these are raw, ungraded cards.
Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and allow you to make your own assessment of condition before bidding.
Although many of these cards have spent most of their lives sleeved and stored, I cannot guarantee any particular grade should you choose to submit a card to PSA, CGC, BGS or another grading company. Grading is subjective and outside of my control.
I would much rather be open and let buyers judge the cards from the photographs provided.
Many of my listings will start at just 99p, allowing collectors to decide the value.
I am not looking to artificially set the market price — if several collectors want a particular group of cards, they can bid accordingly.
As a collector myself, I understand how important it is for cards to arrive safely.
Cards will be carefully packaged and protected for postage to help ensure they reach you in the same condition in which they leave me.
Items will be sent via Royal Mail using the postage service stated in the individual listing.
I do not offer collections, meet-ups or hand deliveries. All purchases will be sent through the postal service so that there is a proper record of shipment.
These cards have been part of my collection for many years, so it is genuinely nice to know that they will be going to other Pokémon enthusiasts and collectors.
I will be listing many different cards, sets and groups as I gradually work through and downsize my collection, so please feel free to check my other listings and follow my eBay account if you would like to see what I list next.
Whether you are completing a binder, collecting a particular set, looking for your favourite Pokémon or simply enjoying the artwork, I hope you enjoy adding these cards to your collection.
Thank you for looking and good luck if you decide to bid!