Stuffed Meerkat ‘Star Trek' Characters by NiftyKnits
Andrew Robichaud — May 30, 2009 — Pop Culture
Captain’s Log Star Date 104-39-65: Knitted ‘Star Trek’ characters in the form of meerkats are a Trekkie’s dream.
Although most true ‘Star Trek’ fans already recognize how attractive the original cast is (including Sulu), these meerkats are just adorable.
Each one is priced at $35 (Enterprise not included). These knitted little galactic voyagers are a quirky but necessary addition to a Trekkie’s collection.
You could also just give it to a child who would have no idea what ‘Star Trek’ is—they’re just that damn cute.
Although most true ‘Star Trek’ fans already recognize how attractive the original cast is (including Sulu), these meerkats are just adorable.
Each one is priced at $35 (Enterprise not included). These knitted little galactic voyagers are a quirky but necessary addition to a Trekkie’s collection.
You could also just give it to a child who would have no idea what ‘Star Trek’ is—they’re just that damn cute.
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