Typist: Bethany
If I am not with one or more of my pets, I am talking about them or at the very least thinking about them. Such is the blessing and the curse of the bond I have always had with animals. When I was recently introduced to The Magic Zoo, I was pleased to find a new whimsical way to express my obsession with my pets through lovingly handcrafted jewelry, everywhere and anywhere I go. It turns out that Merry Rosenfield, the artist behind the creative artwork at The Magic Zoo, is like me and has been fascinated by animals her whole life. Merry turned that passion into jewelry making over 25 years ago and now sells her wearable art at The Magic Zoo.
If I am not with one or more of my pets, I am talking about them or at the very least thinking about them. Such is the blessing and the curse of the bond I have always had with animals. When I was recently introduced to The Magic Zoo, I was pleased to find a new whimsical way to express my obsession with my pets through lovingly handcrafted jewelry, everywhere and anywhere I go. It turns out that Merry Rosenfield, the artist behind the creative artwork at The Magic Zoo, is like me and has been fascinated by animals her whole life. Merry turned that passion into jewelry making over 25 years ago and now sells her wearable art at The Magic Zoo.
 Items from The Magic Zoo were packaged perfectly if sent as a gift... even for a cat! |  Huxley poses with the the handcrafted animal art from The Magic Zoo. |
With so many fun animal finds at The Magic Zoo, it was hard to decide on which of Merry's stylish, handcrafted art I wanted. I searched through the website by metal type, jewelry type and animal type. As I scanned the large selection, I couldn't help but think about what excellent gifts Merry's creations would make for all of my animal loving friends and family. So many of the pieces spoke to me personally as well. Since I am always proud of my place as both a dog and cat person, I chose an adorable pewter Dog and Cat Key Chain. And with Huxley's collie family reunion as the next adventure on the Cascadian Nomads calendar, I was obviously drawn to the Sterling Silver Collie Pendant (chain not included.)
A dog and a cat and a pewter dog and cat key chain from The Magic Zoo.
A collie in merle and a collie in silver.
For the love of a collie: Sterling Silver Collie Pendant from The Magic Zoo.
The timing was truly perfect because I was indeed proud to sport my new silver collie pendant from The Magic Zoo at Huxley's family reunion. I have loved rough collies for as long as I can remember but being around so many happy, healthy, working dogs made me beam with even more adoration for the breed. During the reunion, when Huxley went in for his herding evaluation, the evaluator asked me who his dam and sire were then told Huxley "you'll make your parents proud." My smile shined brighter than my silver collie pendant as I watched Huxley do exactly that; he was right at home herding those sheep. All of the good herding instincts Huxley got from his hard working parents definitely shone through.
Huxley and his mom share a sniff.
Huxley's mom photobombed our attempt to pose with family reunion crasher Mr. N from Tenacious Little Terrier (and Wilhelm went to say hello to her.)
Huxley's herding evaluation, Brigand's Hideout, Battle Ground, Washington, Cascadia.
From The Magic Zoo to my magic zoo, showing pride in my pets with a smile or gorgeous handmade jewelry, is easy. While my pets continue to charm me with their craftiness and cuteness, I hope that Merry continues to craft her cute animal caricatures. Maybe I will add another piece of The Magic Zoo art to my collection before the next crazy animal adventure or event we Cascadian Nomads embark upon.
Cascadian Nomads received complimentary product from The Magic Zoo in exchange for our honest review. We were not otherwise compensated for this post. Cascadian Nomads only shares information that is relevant to our readers and all opinions are always our own.
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