Myrtle (They/Them)
@madmyrtle.bsky.social
A non-binary, fat, pan writer & artist with ADHD. Who enjoys petting cats, sipping tea, & growing tomatoes.
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In 1934, Russian artist Ivan Bilibin depicted the Kikimora wearing women’s clothing, having chicken feet, hairy skin, a beak-like snout, long ears, horns, claws, and beady eyes. This image has since replaced the original in pop culture.
November 28, 2025 at 6:34 PM
In 1934, Russian artist Ivan Bilibin depicted the Kikimora wearing women’s clothing, having chicken feet, hairy skin, a beak-like snout, long ears, horns, claws, and beady eyes. This image has since replaced the original in pop culture.
When your friends become very attached to the talking raven side character.
November 26, 2025 at 2:59 PM
When your friends become very attached to the talking raven side character.
Tara has decided to join in on movie time.
November 22, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Tara has decided to join in on movie time.
For this #folklorefriday we’re heading off to Scotland to talk about the Glastig. She is a shape shifter that commonly takes the form of a half woman, half goat. They are similar in appearance to a Satyr from Greek mythology.
November 21, 2025 at 7:03 PM
For this #folklorefriday we’re heading off to Scotland to talk about the Glastig. She is a shape shifter that commonly takes the form of a half woman, half goat. They are similar in appearance to a Satyr from Greek mythology.
Tara takes morning patrol very seriously. She's got to make sure all the neighborhood kids get to school.
November 19, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Tara takes morning patrol very seriously. She's got to make sure all the neighborhood kids get to school.
Upcycling some shirts into rope toys for dog. One down, one to go.
November 19, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Upcycling some shirts into rope toys for dog. One down, one to go.
I have made all the phone calls for the day!
November 17, 2025 at 6:37 PM
I have made all the phone calls for the day!
Tara is not pleased that I am going out.
November 16, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Tara is not pleased that I am going out.
If you happened to see the preview image I posted earlier this week, that is Brownie the Elf. The mascot of the Cleveland Browns football team.
November 14, 2025 at 7:29 PM
If you happened to see the preview image I posted earlier this week, that is Brownie the Elf. The mascot of the Cleveland Browns football team.
This #folklorefriday let’s talk about Brownies. Not the delicious chocolate treat, nor the junior girl scouts, but the beings from English and Scottish folklore. Brownies are similar to fairies and elves. They are only visible when they choose to be or can be seen by those with second sight.
November 14, 2025 at 7:27 PM
This #folklorefriday let’s talk about Brownies. Not the delicious chocolate treat, nor the junior girl scouts, but the beings from English and Scottish folklore. Brownies are similar to fairies and elves. They are only visible when they choose to be or can be seen by those with second sight.
If you're in Columbus, Ohio this Sunday (11/16), Sew to Speak is having their Winter Makers Market.
It's a great way to support small artist and crafters, while getting unique gifts for your loved ones.
It's a great way to support small artist and crafters, while getting unique gifts for your loved ones.
November 14, 2025 at 6:56 PM
If you're in Columbus, Ohio this Sunday (11/16), Sew to Speak is having their Winter Makers Market.
It's a great way to support small artist and crafters, while getting unique gifts for your loved ones.
It's a great way to support small artist and crafters, while getting unique gifts for your loved ones.
POV: The catnip has kicked in.
November 14, 2025 at 1:21 AM
POV: The catnip has kicked in.
Please take a moment to appreciate the large feet of the Swamp Hen.
November 14, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Please take a moment to appreciate the large feet of the Swamp Hen.
Teaser for Friday's folklore:
November 13, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Teaser for Friday's folklore:
Watching the word count nearing 60,000.
November 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Watching the word count nearing 60,000.
The spirit we’ll be talking about for this #folklorefriday is from German folklore. While many spirits are elven or tiny people, the Puk is a two-foot-long dragon. Some depictions of the Puk have wings and others have a fiery tail. All have a serpentine body and the standard four legs.
November 7, 2025 at 5:55 PM
The spirit we’ll be talking about for this #folklorefriday is from German folklore. While many spirits are elven or tiny people, the Puk is a two-foot-long dragon. Some depictions of the Puk have wings and others have a fiery tail. All have a serpentine body and the standard four legs.
Tara would like to know if you voted today?
November 4, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Tara would like to know if you voted today?
I guess all ravens have the same energy 🤣
November 4, 2025 at 5:54 PM
I guess all ravens have the same energy 🤣
Oh, these are fantastic & I want them all 😭
I mean, look at this little weirdo.
I mean, look at this little weirdo.
November 2, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Oh, these are fantastic & I want them all 😭
I mean, look at this little weirdo.
I mean, look at this little weirdo.
Once again, I'm messing around in Aseprite to design cross stitch patterns.
November 1, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Once again, I'm messing around in Aseprite to design cross stitch patterns.
Our next goodie is the history of the Ouija Board. It was invented in 1892 by Elija J. Bond. The name comes from the French word Oui and the German word Ja, which both are the word “yes” in their respective languages. The Ouija board has also been referred to as the spirit board or talking board.
October 31, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Our next goodie is the history of the Ouija Board. It was invented in 1892 by Elija J. Bond. The name comes from the French word Oui and the German word Ja, which both are the word “yes” in their respective languages. The Ouija board has also been referred to as the spirit board or talking board.
It’s #folklorefriday and the last day of October. So, let’s wrap up the month with a fun little grab bag. Let’s start with an odd superstition. If you wear you clothes inside out, you risk being beat up.
October 31, 2025 at 5:45 PM
It’s #folklorefriday and the last day of October. So, let’s wrap up the month with a fun little grab bag. Let’s start with an odd superstition. If you wear you clothes inside out, you risk being beat up.
Watched The Raven (1963) last night with a nibbling who didn't want to Trick or Treat.
The magician's duel between Price & Karloff had them cackling.
It also took Mom a hot minute to recognize a young Jack Nicholson.
The magician's duel between Price & Karloff had them cackling.
It also took Mom a hot minute to recognize a young Jack Nicholson.
October 31, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Watched The Raven (1963) last night with a nibbling who didn't want to Trick or Treat.
The magician's duel between Price & Karloff had them cackling.
It also took Mom a hot minute to recognize a young Jack Nicholson.
The magician's duel between Price & Karloff had them cackling.
It also took Mom a hot minute to recognize a young Jack Nicholson.
October 30, 2025 at 1:28 AM