Not a Morning Selkie — Scottish Folklore T-Shirt
Rural Myth Co. | Field & Folklore
Halfway out of the sealskin.
Not ready to talk yet.
Some people leap out of bed at sunrise.
Others need a little time.
And then there are selkies.
According to Scottish folklore, selkies are magical seals that can slip out of their skins and walk ashore in human form.
It’s a remarkable ability.
Unfortunately, it still requires getting up in the morning.
Our Not a Morning Selkie shirt features one very sleepy little seal-person sitting on a coastal rock at sunrise.
The upper half has managed to become human.
The lower half is still tucked into a spotted grey sealskin like a sleeping bag.
Messy hair.
Half-closed eyes.
A tin mug of steaming tea.
And absolutely no interest in conversation.
Behind our reluctant early riser, the sun comes up over a peaceful Scottish sea while two gulls go about their morning.
Apparently, nobody told them it’s too early.
Rendered in Fog Gray, Bone, Muted Gold, and Pine Black, this vintage-inspired illustration combines Scottish folklore with a sentiment understood by anyone who has ever needed five more minutes.
The lettering reads:
NOT A MORNING SELKIE
Part of the Field & Folklore Collection from Rural Myth Co.
Perfect for Scottish folklore enthusiasts, seal lovers, cryptid collectors, coastal wanderers, tea drinkers, night owls, and anyone who prefers not to speak before their first cup.
NOT A MORNING SELKIE
The transformation can wait.
The tea cannot.
Available in Brick, Grape, Ivory, Moss, Pepper, Washed Denim, and Espresso.
Product details
- Comfort Colors 1717 garment-dyed tee
- 100% ring-spun US cotton, pre-shrunk, 6.1 oz heavyweight
- Relaxed unisex fit, sizes S–3XL
- Soft, washed-in vintage feel
- Made to order just for you
