and all the temptations that come with that, and I know that I am *already* addicted to Internet and Apps and I don't need to do the equivalent of an alcoholic setting up a brewery in their own backyard. But it's getting increasingly difficult to function in the modern world without Phone.

It's A: unfair and unaccessible, and B: forces you to have one of these brain-sucking, attention-span-destroying, crushingly addictive devices in your back pocket at all times. I don't have Phone because I am trying to maintain at least some distance from Internet and Apps

And I hate, hate, hate, HATE how many things only work if you have Phone nowadays. There's a restaurant in my neighborhood which is great! Makes great food! BUT if you order in house, their menu is available only by scanning a QR code.

A friend of mine owns one of their capes and can confirm it is very pretty and very comfortable! I'd LOVE something from their store, someday.

Kate Irish Tweed Store! Selling handcrafted wraps, scarves, cardigans, and socks made in Ireland from cruelty-free wool. They are pricey! They are pricey like WHOA in some cases, but that is what hand-knit and -sewn products should look like. Have a look here:

www.etsy.com/shop/KateIri...

Garak's Emporium of Mid! Shitpost-themed merchandise on T-shirts, long-sleeved tees, hoodies, hats, dresses, and tank tops (also mugs, bags, buttons, and more). Go have fun!

garaktailor-shop.fourthwall.com

Garak is on Bluesky here: bsky.app/profile/did:...

Falco SkyWolf is on Bluesky here: bsky.app/profile/falc...

Falco SkyWolf! They do really cool designs, often mandalas, often Pride-themed, on shirts, hoodies, and socks; also they have tote bags, mugs, stickers, and more. They cannot work, and art is how they support themself; check them out!

www.redbubble.com/people/Falco...

Oops, forgot to add this: the floppy guy is on Bluesky here: bsky.app/profile/flop...

Check it out if you're into computers or know someone who is! He also sells mosaics made of floppy disks, if you're in the Seattle area. I'm thinking of getting my brother a shirt.

the floppy guy! This is an artist making designs inspired by old computer technology. He has a great selection of clothes in his shop, plus he also sells bags, stickers, phone cases, buttons, mugs, skateboards, and more.

thefloppyguy.threadless.com