Warding Off More Than Just Wardrobe Woes: Celebrate Garlic Day at the Haberdashery Cryptid Preserve!

Have you ever wondered why, throughout history and across cultures, the humble garlic clove has been imbued with such mystical significance? Today, on Garlic Day, we not only celebrate this pungent yet powerful member of the allium family, but also its unexpected connection to the world of the unexplained!

Garlic's association with warding off evil goes back centuries. In ancient Egypt, it was placed in tombs to protect the deceased from malevolent spirits. European folklore claims garlic can repel vampires (though some legends say they have a particular aversion to the smell), werewolves, and even witches. Here at the Haberdashery Cryptid Preserve, we can't help but notice a similar aversion among some of our more...temperamental residents. While we can't disclose exactly which cryptids seem to take umbrage at a whiff of garlic (we wouldn't want to give away their secrets!), the effects are undeniable.

So, this Garlic Day, not only stock up on your pantry staples, but consider incorporating this versatile herb into your next visit to the Haberdashery Cryptid Preserve! Who knows, that garlic necklace you craft at our "Cryptid-themed Crafts" table might just be the good luck charm you need on your swamp tour!

Don't forget to stop by the gift shop and pick up a bouquet of our homegrown "Mystery Garlic" – it's guaranteed to keep you safe from more than just a bad date! (Supplies limited, while stocks last).