Button baby

This ornament has robot-like button “arms” and legs and an mistakenly penguin-like painted face. The body and head seem to be a wooden industrial thimble, which fits in nicely with the sewing theme. It’s a gift from Betsy Wade, a former colleague at the New York Times, who keeps her eyes open for penguins, whether they are ornaments or not.

Button baby penguin

Acquired: 2001, gift from Betsy Wade

Number 0156

Size: 6 inches tall