One afternoon, as I was reorganizing my (incredibly messy) craft supplies, I knocked a jar of paintbrushes behind a bookshelf in a fit of overzealous dusting. Dragging the shelf a foot away from the wall, I was shocked to discover a small opening about four inches tall chewed into the baseboard, and little did I know at the time, but my life would never again be the same. That was the day I met the Nutmegs, a family of adorable white mice who had been living behind my bedroom wall, and I was so taken by them that I happily converted a few shelves of my bookcase into a mouse-sized abode with all of the necessary creature comforts.

Much to my surprise, Papa and Mama Nutmeg had always dreamed of opening their very own pastry shop, so over the next few months, I collected bits and pieces of balsa wood to build a small storefront, and Mama Nutmeg was thrilled at the thought of looking through my decorative paper supplies to pick out a suitable pattern for the wallpaper. Before long, the pastry shop was buzzing with activity, and the Nutmegs are tickled pink to see their scrumptious treats being sold on Etsy and DaWanda. Pleased with the success of their tiny sweets, they have expanded their culinary adventures to include a host of savory treats as well. (If the librarian only knew the real reason why I check out so many cookbooks…)

Follow the Nutmegs’ adventures as they explore new types of foods and cooking techniques, some of which they have agreed to share in a series of tutorials. You may also browse a wide selection of their goodies on Etsy or DaWanda, and in the coming months, I will be releasing a series of online albums highlighting some of their most memorable adventures. The Nutmegs welcome you to their miniature world!

Read more about the Nutmegs in these blog posts: “The Nutmegs’ New Pet,” “A Shocking Letter,” and “Welcoming the Hamsters in Style.” You can also check out a collection of their adorable family photos.