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She made herself at home

Grandma and a Scotty dogHappy birthday to my grandma this month. She just turned ninety-six and is still doing well. On a sad note, about the same time as her birthday, we got news that my cousin, Steve, who has been battling peritoneal cancer for the past several months, is back in the hospital, and his cancer, which the doctors thought was gone, has returned, or had never entirely left. We are all hoping for the best, and hoping he can feel better. He is such a nice guy, and a great person, to be going through such an awful thing.

Kitten steals someone elseDuring this time, since I last wrote, I have also been kitten-sitting, for Frosty, who is now Josephine. She had another potential adoptive home lined up, far away, but that didn’t turn out to sound like the best option for her. She didn’t mind. She had already decided she wanted to stay here, and we all wanted her to stay too. So, it did work out, after all, and she has brought us some good cheer.

Kitten sleeps on a teddy bear, Beau Bear, Vogue patternShe has been trying out all the cat beds, and toys, and furniture, and has found it all to her liking. She was very shy, and liked to hide in small spaces, when she first arrived, but she has rapidly changed.

Kitten steals my chairShe is out and about now, participating in all we do around here, in between playing and napping.

Kitten steals a new bedI went out and bought new cat beds (actually these are dog beds from Petsmart) because Josephine kept taking everyone else’s, but she took a new one too, along with the new blankets that came with the beds.

Kitten steals pillows and blanketShe is a big fan of our kitty gym, and now sits up at the top of it. No more hiding for her.

Kitten on the kitty gymJosephine seems to be very happy, and is friendly to eveyone. I thought she needed a new name, since she isn’t “frosty” at all. I thought a more self-assured name would be fitting. I renamed her after Jo March of “Little Women” and Empress Josephine. I later read that Empress Josephine had somewhat embarrassing teeth, which made me smile, because kitten Josephine has funny teeth herself.

Kitten rolls in the sunshineI had tried out different names, saying them to her, and she seemed to like this one. She mewed back at me. I took that as a sign of approval.

Hug Me Toad by Elizabeth Ruffing, in a blog feature of stuffed toysIn art toys news, my Hug Me Toad was in this very cute blog feature from Harmonica Mama, and my toys continue to show up in treasuries on Etsy. Toys make me smile too. I enjoy making them, and I like that they brighten someone’s day.

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Zelda, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey

Zelda, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey Despite her exotic name, Zelda appears to be sedate, serious, and practical minded. Her soulful yellow eyes look directly out at you, so that you would never think to question her honesty.

Zelda, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey No one suspects that Zelda leads two lives. At night, especially on moonlit nights, Zelda could be seen singing and dancing wildly in her back yard, if anyone thought to look. She sings all of her favorite songs, whirling and twirling in the moonlight, bursting with creative energy.

Zelda, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey “Was there a party last night?” the neighbors ask.

Zelda, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey “I didn’t hear anything,” Zelda responds, and smiles mischievously to herself.

Zelda, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyToday, Zelda wears her daytime red flowered pinafore with a ruffled bib. It has a pattern of orange, white, and blue flowers. Her red scalloped shirt and red tights match the pinafore, and her high-button black shoes match her black fur.

Zelda, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey Zelda is an original one-of-a-kind work of art, created from my own design and pattern. She is made from 100% cotton fabric which has been sewn, stuffed, and completely hand painted with acrylic paints. Her whiskers are made from stiffened cotton thread.

Zelda, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey Zelda’s paws are needle-sculpted, and her arms are button-jointed so that she can pose. Her face was sculpted from paperclay smoothed into her fabric head. Her curled tail enables her to sit by herself on a shelf or a table, or in a cabinet. She can also sit on a chair, or stand with a doll stand. (Chair and doll stand not included.) Zelda is meant for display only.

Zelda, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey Zelda is signed and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation. She is 8 and 1/2 inches tall.

Zelda, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyUpdate: Zelda has been adopted. Thank you!

Zelda’s friend are Amy the white cat, and Melody the Siamese cat.

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Amy, Original One-of-a-kind White Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey

Amy, Original One-of-a-kind White Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyAmy rises with the sun. She opens her eyes, and they are as blue as the sky on this perfect morning.

Amy, Original One-of-a-kind White Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyShe dresses herself in her favorite pink blouse and buttons on her ivory pinafore with polka dots in two shades of pink. She carefully selects the striped tights that exactly match, then pulls on her little brown boots with the gold buttons.

Amy, Original One-of-a-kind White Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyAmy tiptoes out to the kitchen to see if breakfast is being served. If not, she sits herself prettily in front of the computer and checks the Yahoo kitty news, the weather forecast, and latest fashion updates. Amy prides herself on being well-informed.

Amy, Original One-of-a-kind White Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyAmy is an original one-of-a-kind work of art, created from my own design and pattern. She is made from 100% cotton fabric which has been sewn, stuffed, and completely hand painted with acrylic paints. Her whiskers are made from stiffened cotton thread.

Amy, Original One-of-a-kind White Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyAmy’s paws are needle-sculpted, and her arms are button-jointed so that she can pose. Her face was sculpted from paperclay smoothed into her fabric head. Her curled tail enables her to sit by herself on a shelf or a table, or in a cabinet. She can also sit on a chair, or stand with a doll stand. (Chair and doll stand not included.) Amy is meant for display only.

Amy, Original One-of-a-kind White Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyAmy is signed and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation. She is 8 and 1/2 inches tall.

Amy, Original One-of-a-kind White Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyUpdate: Amy has been adopted. Thank you!

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Melody, Original One-of-a-kind Siamese Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey

Melody, Original One-of-a-kind Siamese Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyMelody is a beautiful Siamese cat whose sapphire blue eyes, sweet expression, and loving nature make her dear to everyone who knows her.

Melody, Original One-of-a-kind Siamese Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyMelody can almost always be found sitting in high places, where she can see everyone and everything around her, and where, most importantly, she can be seen.

Melody, Original One-of-a-kind Siamese Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyWhile Melody is not known for her singing voice, she is always ready for a conversation. She’ll discuss any topic at great length.

Melody, Original One-of-a-kind Siamese Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyToday, Melody is wearing her favorite blue blouse and tights, with her pinwheel patterned skirt. Her fancy gold boots match the buttons on her blouse.

Melody, Original One-of-a-kind Siamese Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyMelody is an original one-of-a-kind work of art, created from my own design and pattern. She is made from 100% cotton fabric which has been sewn, stuffed, and completely hand painted with acrylic paints. Her whiskers are made from stiffened cotton thread.

Melody, Original One-of-a-kind Siamese Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyMelody’s paws are needle-sculpted, and her arms are button-jointed so that she can pose. Her face was sculpted from paperclay smoothed into her fabric head. Her curled tail enables her to sit by herself on a shelf or a table, or in a cabinet. She can also sit on a chair, or stand with a doll stand. (Chair and doll stand not included.) Melody is meant for display only.

Melody is signed and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation. She is a petite 7 and 1/2 inches tall.

Update: Melody has been adopted. Thank you!