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Tabitha, tabby cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max Bailey

Tabitha original one-of-a-kind tabby-and-white cat anthropomorphic art doll by artist Max Bailey

Tabitha the Tabby Kitten, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max BaileyTabitha is a tabby and white kitten with bright yellow eyes and a sweet disposition.

Tabitha the Tabby Kitten, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max Bailey Her favorite toy is a soft green ball, made especially for her. She always knows where it is, whether it has rolled under the bed, or behind the door, or under the stove.

Tabitha the Tabby Kitten, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max Bailey It is filled with catnip. She delights in sneaking up on it, pouncing on it, and rolling around with it for hours.

Tabitha the Tabby Kitten, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max Bailey Today she is wearing her best pink dress with little mauve flowers that encircle the skirt, and a matching mauve bow at the neckline. A big mauve sash ties in another bow at the back. Tabitha’s ivory petticoats show beneath the hemline of her dress. They match her big ivory collar. At the back you can see her striped kitty tail.

Tabitha the Tabby Kitten, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max Bailey “Don’t muss up your pretty dress,” her mother cautions her.

Tabitha the Tabby Kitten, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max Bailey And so Tabitha stands very still, holding her catnip ball, and wondering what in the world to do with herself until she can change back into her play clothes.

Tabitha the Tabby Kitten, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max Bailey Tabitha is an original one-of-a-kind work of art, and she is meant for display only. No molds are ever used in my work. She and her ball are hand sculpted from paperclay, and entirely hand painted using acrylic paints. Her whiskers are made from stiffened cotton thread.

Tabitha the Tabby Kitten, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max Bailey Tabitha is signed and dated, and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation. She rests firmly on a turned wooden base that is stained and sealed in golden oak.

Tabitha the Tabby Kitten, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max Bailey Tabitha is an itty bitty kitty. She stands only 4 and 1/2 inches tall. She comes with a hang tag, a certificate of authenticity, and a copy of her story.

Tabitha the Tabby Kitten, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max BaileyUpdate: Tabitha has been adopted. Thank you!

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Claudia the Maine Coon Kitten, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max Bailey

Claudia the Maine Coon Kitten, Original Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max BaileyThis is Claudia the Maine Coon kitten.

Claudia the Maine Coon Kitten, Original Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max BaileyHer favorite doll is a tuxedo cat doll named Herman. He was especially made just for her by her favorite aunt.

Claudia the Maine Coon Kitten, Original Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max BaileyClaudia talks to Herman in a soft little chirping voice. She tells him all her secrets and shares with him all her kitty dreams.

Claudia the Maine Coon Kitten, Original Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max BaileyWherever Claudia goes, Herman goes too.

Claudia the Maine Coon Kitten, Original Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max BaileyToday Claudia is wearing her dark rose dress with pale pink polka dots. Her pinafore is pale pink and has a dark pink flower and green leaves on the bib. It’s tied in the back with a big bow.

Claudia the Maine Coon Kitten, Original Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max BaileyClaudia’s ivory petticoats can be seen below the hemline of her pretty dress.

Claudia is an original one-of-a-kind work of art, and she is made for display only. No molds are ever used in my work. She and her cat doll are hand sculpted from paperclay, and entirely hand painted using acrylic paints. Her whiskers are made from stiffened cotton thread.

Claudia the Maine Coon Kitten, Original Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max BaileyClaudia is signed and dated, and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation. She rests firmly on a turned wooden base that is stained and sealed in golden oak.

Claudia the Maine Coon Kitten, Original Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max BaileyClaudia is an itty bitty kitty. She stands only 4 ½ inches tall.

Claudia the Maine Coon Kitten, Original Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max BaileyUpdate: Claudia has already been adopted. Thank you!

Claudia the Maine Coon Kitten, Original Folk Art Cat Doll Figurine by Max Bailey

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New kitty cat folk art doll figurine up on our Ruffing’s site

I just got Claudia the Maine Coon kitten’s web page up on our Ruffing’s site. I got her photos edited yesterday, and I’m just launching her now. She’s an art doll figurine by Max Bailey. The tuxedo cat doll she is holding is her favorite, Herman.

Please visit Claudia’s web page to read all about her and her adoption information, and view her photos in a larger size. I’m still working on more photos for more dolls. Next up is another mini cat figurine like Claudia.

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Taking it easy

I made some comfort food today, homemade potato salad, and I’m just taking things slow around here. The potato salad is improvised, using my mom’s directions. Boil about six red potatoes for about forty-five minutes, or until a fork goes into them easily, but before they get mushy. Then stab each one with a fork, and while holding it under cool running water, take a knife and peel away the skins, being careful not to burn yourself. Slice them into a bowl, and mix them with some oil and vinegar. I used extra virgin olive oil. Put them in the fridge to cool.

In another bowl, mix up some diced celery, chopped up green olives and dill pickles, two chopped up hard boiled eggs, and a little salt and pepper. Mix some mayonnaise with a little of the dill pickle juice, until it is the consistency of heavy cream. Pour this over the celery, olives, pickles, and eggs, and mix them together.

Once the potatoes are cool, pour the celery/mayo mixture over the potatoes, and mix everything together. Leave the potato salad in the refrigerator for a few hours to allow the potatoes to absorb the other flavors. Season with salt to taste.

My mom seems to be a little better today, but still tired. Doctor’s orders are for me to stick around, just in case. So, I’m home bound for now. I’ve been reading The Cider House Rules by John Irving, which is very nicely written and interesting to read. I admit, I’ve also been napping a bit, as I’m tired from this past week. I need some rest and relaxation, and then I’ll be photographing dolls and getting them up on our website as soon as I can. I hope everyone has a great weekend ahead.