The First Land Herald/434-03-38

Article Number: 27

Dateline: 434-03-38

SPRING BRINGS MERCHANTS TO WEST CROSSING The warmer weather this spring is bringing many out of their houses to enjoy the fresh air and perhaps some new wares!  Merchants have been opening adorable little pop-up shops around the streets of Crossing's West Side! Having trouble finding these stores?  Here are a few tips with information about what is on display: Starting at the Pawn Shop on Varlet's Run, a leisurely stroll southeast, southwest, and south leads to a jungle green tent on Water Sprite Way.  Aptly named Monkeying Around, inside the flap is quite the display of unique homes for your pet primates.   Parked next to the jungle green tent is a bright pink caravan painted with dancing pigs.  Visit this roaming retailer called This Little Piggy, a merchant who offers an attractive assortment of porcine carriers and clothing. Wander west from the Artificer on Scorpion Lane and stop at the painted wagon named Fantastik.  It is chock full of frivolous and flamboyant fans to help accessorize for any fancy outfit or occasion. Adjacent to the painted wagon is a gazebo where lovely and fresh flowers (don’t forget to preserve!), floral-themed jewelry, and spring-hued clothing are on sale. Two blocks west of the Artificer, on Kertigen Road, a roughly-hewn oak wagon is the humble home of Northern Exposure Clothiers. Choose from a variety of garments including the always-in-style loincloths and greatkilts. From Northern Exposure's wagon, a short walk south, south, and west ends on Swithen's Court.  Here, a large caravan carries Treasures of the Deep by Usk'elneg Pell, with an array of shields, weapons, clothing, and miscellany set out for browsing. Spring cleaning season is a great time to fill up your vaults with new things. I had a wonderful time perusing these shops, and I encourage all to check them out before they move on! Happy Shopping! Sincerely, Shaylynne Sauvage Assistant Reporter of the First Land Herald

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Subject(s): Crossing Fantastik Flower Gazebo Monkeying Around Northern Exposure Clothiers This Little Piggy Usk'elneg Pell

Author(s): Shaylynne