Eskimo kisses from the north

I hear this winter never seems to end up north, but how far north must one go to see snow year-round? Well, one can be certain that if they get up to the polar region, they are sure to find Mukluk, his little sister, Mookie, and their polar friends enjoying the snow, be it winter, spring or fall.

Mukluk is the northern most set in the Wee Are the World collection. However I’ve made sure to balanced out the cold, icy blues in the patterns with some warm magenta pinks and poppy reds, and a little glowing green tossed in, all reminiscent of the Northern Lights, Mookie and Muk-luky ;) are lucky enough to enjoy.

Until next stop, sending Eskimo kisses from the polar north.

Sakura, the pride of Japan, the icon of resilience

It is cherry blossom season, and though these lovely and delicate flowers can be seen throughout the world, there is no place more recognizable for these beautiful flowering trees than in Japan.

The sakura, or cherry blossom, is the icon for Japanese art and culture, and today it has become the icon for resilience in the country. One of Japan’s oldest trees, a weeping cherry tree has stood for a thousand years, blossoming every year despite blizzards, earthquakes and, now, a nuclear disaster. Even through this recent catastrophe, it once again showers its beautiful blossoms down on the people giving them hope that they too will recover. Ironically it is a weeping cherry tree; iconically it is a symbol of resilience.

When I designed this Sushi collection, the disasters of Japan has not yet occurred. It would be thoughtless of me to share the musings of Sushi and her story today; so just enjoy the art as it is given, and keep the people of Japan in your heart and in your prayers.

The Crowning Touch

Meet Tajie, the wee prince of India, whose name is borrowed from one of the most recognizable and beautiful structures in the world, the Taj Mahal. Tajie, with the help of his colorful menagerie (Ellie, Dot, and Bovie) will guide us through the jungles of India; the ancient city of Bombay, now Mumbai, home of Bollywood; and the eighth wonder of the world, and crowning touch, The Taj Mahal. Prepare to be treated like royalty, and don’t forget your tiara.

Tiptoe through the tulips with me

It’s tulip time and everywhere I look, I see them. There is no better place to enjoy tulips than the original land of tulips, and that is Holland. So let’s get to that beautiful countryside where wee will find the queen of tulips herself, Dutchy. And though it’s hard to notice in her wooden clogs, she is in fact tiptoeing through the tulips with me.

Going on Safari

It’s time for a safari so let’s head to Africa and meet our guide, Bongo. He and his chipper monkey, Tumbili will take us into the depths of the jungle and the heat of the desert. We will encounter hippos, lions, and the wild crocodile of the Nile; though these wee animals are hardly dangerous. So, hop on board and join this colorful and exciting adventure before we are out of Africa and onto yet another land of enchantment.