captain nipperkin

A wonderful surprise came in the mail the other day: a felted replica of my dog Pirate. It is from a glorious artist/friend/Renaissance woman and it is my new favorite thing in the world because it combines wool, crafting, and dogs- three things I can't live without. I named him Captain Nipperkin (nipperkin means 'small drink' in pirate speak). THANK YOU E!

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Little Closets is the BEST new store in Long Island City, NY. Not only do they have baby and kids' consignment (which is a 'green' thing and a 'frugal' thing and therefore hip), it also offers French lessons, storytime, and gatherings for neighborhood kids. The owner is a friend of mine and said I could sell some of my cards there. I'm into buttons now, but I'm going to start on a new batch soon.