fairies

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Woodland fairies carrying giant daffodils or wearing hats covered in mushrooms.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

A bit further along, Perreau unveils a light green piece, created by Italian costume designer Ezio Toffolutti for one of the fairies in William Shakespeare’s "A Midsummer Night's Dream".

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

I may, for example, find comfort in thinking there are fairies at the end of my garden who can carry messages to departed loved ones or protect my cabbages from pests.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 10, 2025

"It can be very present. Even though I have fairies and muses in my life, don't think that they can't be pragmatic with me," she said firmly.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2025

“Seems they have taken a shine to you, boy. You should find your way back here at some point to see why. Favors from the fairies are a powerful thing, sure they are.”

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia