Possum Fur Nipple Warmers

It may be cold outside right now, but I don’t have to be. I own a pair of Possum Pam‘s Possum Fur Nipple Warmers that I picked up on a trip to New Zealand in 2002.

Stay warm and save the New Zealand forests at the same time!

The possum is considered a pest in New Zealand. The non-native animal was brought to the country by European settlers in the early 1800s for the establishment of a fur industry. Without a natural predator, the possum population grew out of control, causing an ecological nightmare for indigenous plants and wildlife (including the beloved kiwi bird, a national icon).

Conservation efforts have helped reduce the number of wild possum. Fur from wild-caught possums can be found in a wide range of products in New Zealand, from bed spreads to these fabulous nipple warmers. But as Possum Pam’s founder Pam McKinstry has said, “There would have to be a lot of cold nipples out there to stem this tide of destruction.”

If you’re going to be in New Zealand in the near future, help save the forests of New Zealand and pick up a set of nipple warmers. Belly or willy warmers are also available.

Cost: $9 NZD or approximately $6.50 USD

Here are a few other products made from possum:

This felted fiord jacket from Untouched World is made from Ecopossum, a blend of Merino wool, possum and silk. $595 NZD or $430 USD.

Accent your décor with this chair throw from Eco-Luxury Fur for $1250 USD.

This possum fur hat from Possum New Zealand has vintage style with contemporary details for $155 NZD or $112 USD.