April Fool's Day 2016

April Fools' Day (sometimes called All Fools' Day) is celebrated every year on 1 April by playing practical jokes and spreading hoaxes. The jokes and their victims are called April fools. People playing April Fool jokes expose their prank by shouting April Fool.

Some newspapers, magazines, and other published media report fake stories, which are usually explained the next day or below the news section in small letters. Although popular since the 19th century, the day is not a public holiday in any country.

Watch the video below to learn about this typically British tradition.

 

Also, see other posts on this blog under the #April's_Fool label.

Spain's equivalent of April Fools' Day is ..................? You name it!

I'm adding a new video to the list. Hilarious!

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The Companion Collection - A Watch Made of Cat, Dog, or Animal Fur  

                  

In remaining true to our ethos to be Inspired by Nature, we took inspiration from the animal kingdom in developing a custom-to-order timepiece that will immortalize your favorite furry friend.

Simply send us 2-4 oz of your pets' fur in an airtight bag. Once it arrives at our studio, the magic begins! We've developed an innovative and handcrafted process to turn the fur into a felted wool, which we heat form to a leather watch band and metal watch body shell. With our specialized hydrophobic coating, your new timepiece will remain soft, yet stay clean and water resistant.

It's only human nature to become family with your pets, so why not carry your best friend with you wherever you go? Once your order is submitted, a self-addressed and prepaid shipping label will be sent to your inbox.

Orders take 3-4 weeks to complete before shipping. You can choose your hardware color at check out. At this time we only offer this design with a black dial/face.