The Cuddlification of Cthulhu
Cthulhu leggings from Ali Express
After endless weeks of snow, ice, and subzero temperatures, the clear, starry winter sky makes a girl’s thoughts turn to one thing: H.P. Lovecraft.
In the manner of people who like to kit themselves out with ducks, spouting whales, pink flamingos, or lucky cats, it is possible to dress head to toe in Cthulhu-themed clothing, jewelry, and accessories. Not to mention all those Cthulhu tea cosies, car decals, window stickers, class rings, Jello molds, and holiday decorations.
Some of these items are downright cute, an adjective never used by Lovecraft in his Cthulhu mythos. The cuddlification of Cthulhu drives a lot of people…well, mad. He’s supposed to inspire mind-fucking fear, not make you want to snuggle him as a plush toy or wear him as a comfy accessory! Still, Geek Crafts is why some of us learned handicrafts.
Stuart Williams’ Lovecraftian Charm Bracelet
Stuart Williams’ Cthulhu Medallion Necklace
Cthulhu Scarf knitting pattern from Merelen’s Knits on Ravelry
Crocheted Cthulhu scarf from Humphreys Handmade
Cthulhu ski mask from American Yarncore on Etsy. There is another ski mask design available from HPLHS Bazaar.
Cthulhu belt buckle from The Black Broom
Cthulhu brooch from Steampunk Blacksheep on Etsy
Cthulhu Socks from Dance Macabre
Cthulhu Mittens from Geek Crafts
Classy Cthulhu cufflinks from Arkham Bazaar
The Adventures of Lil Cthulhu, below: