Welcome to my Duck Pond...

You'll find all my blog posts and various musings on this page!

The Duck Pond

Why Etsy and Evri are the most annoying compani...

Richard Moonstreet

I'm lucky enough to sell a bit via Etsy as well as my direct website, and I figured there's never any harm in opening a new channel to reach a...

Why Etsy and Evri are the most annoying compani...

Richard Moonstreet

I'm lucky enough to sell a bit via Etsy as well as my direct website, and I figured there's never any harm in opening a new channel to reach a...

The Impact of New US Import Tariffs on Small Bu...

Richard Moonstreet Ceramics

The recent changes to US import tariffs have sent annoyances worldwide. On July 30th, 2025, the US government scrapped the de minimis rule, which previously allowed goods valued under $800...

The Impact of New US Import Tariffs on Small Bu...

Richard Moonstreet Ceramics

The recent changes to US import tariffs have sent annoyances worldwide. On July 30th, 2025, the US government scrapped the de minimis rule, which previously allowed goods valued under $800...

Royal-Mail-Update Richard Moonstreet Ceramics

Royal Mail Update

Richard Moonstreet

Did I make a duck just for this announcement? Maybe...Anyway! Royal Mail is bad now.There's a lot of news in the UK about how they are struggling financially (after no...

Royal Mail Update

Richard Moonstreet

Did I make a duck just for this announcement? Maybe...Anyway! Royal Mail is bad now.There's a lot of news in the UK about how they are struggling financially (after no...

The Wet History of Rubber Ducks

Richard Moonstreet Ceramics

Rubber ducks have become an iconic symbol of childhood, gracing bathtubs and toy boxes around the world. But did you know that these beloved bath-time companions have a rich and...

The Wet History of Rubber Ducks

Richard Moonstreet Ceramics

Rubber ducks have become an iconic symbol of childhood, gracing bathtubs and toy boxes around the world. But did you know that these beloved bath-time companions have a rich and...

Why-you-should-like-Pigeons Richard Moonstreet Ceramics

Why you should like Pigeons!!!

Richard Moonstreet Ceramics

In the annals of history, pigeons have played an unsung yet vital role in the outcome of many wars. These feathered messengers, with their remarkable homing instincts and unwavering loyalty,...

Why you should like Pigeons!!!

Richard Moonstreet Ceramics

In the annals of history, pigeons have played an unsung yet vital role in the outcome of many wars. These feathered messengers, with their remarkable homing instincts and unwavering loyalty,...

Secret Summer Ducks!

Richard Moonstreet

Hey Quackers, You'll find some new secretive Summer Ducks lurking around the website, treat it like a treasure hunt! These are linked within some of the product pages of other...

Secret Summer Ducks!

Richard Moonstreet

Hey Quackers, You'll find some new secretive Summer Ducks lurking around the website, treat it like a treasure hunt! These are linked within some of the product pages of other...