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Pepper, Original One-of-a-kind Dollhouse-sized Tabby-and-white Kitten by Max Bailey

Pepper, Original One-of-a-kind Dollhouse-sized Tabby-and-white Kitten by Max BaileyPepper is a very sincere miniature Maine Coon tabby kitten with soft yellow eyes.

She wears a grass-green jumper with a beige band around the bib over an off-white shirt.

Pepper, Original One-of-a-kind Dollhouse-sized Tabby-and-white Kitten by Max BaileyPepper comes with a white dollhouse spindle cradle. The mattress, pillow, and coverlet have violet and rose flowers and are striped with green on an off-white background. Her favorite time is nighttime, when she can crawl into her little bed.

Pepper, Original One-of-a-kind Dollhouse-sized Tabby-and-white Kitten by Max BaileyPepper is a one-of-a-kind work of art, and is meant for display only.

She was sculpted from paperclay in multiple stages, to allow for drying and detailing.

Pepper, Original One-of-a-kind Dollhouse-sized Tabby-and-white Kitten by Max BaileyPepper was painted under a magnifying light, with tiny brushes, one hair at a time.

She is signed and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation, and comes with a certificate of authenticity.

Pepper, Original One-of-a-kind Dollhouse-sized Tabby-and-white Kitten by Max BaileyPepper and her cradle are 1:12 scale. (One inch equals one foot.)

Pepper stands 1 and 7/8 inches tall.

Update: Pepper has been adopted. Thank you!

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Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey and Elizabeth Ruffing

Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingChelsea is a Maine Coon cat with big amber eyes and tall tufted ears. She is very sociable, very charming, and very much loved. Today is her first birthday.

Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingIn just a few minutes, her party will begin. As she waits for her guests to arrive, she is so excited she has to remind herself to breathe. She sits very still so as not to wrinkle her new party dress, and looks in awe at the beautiful cake with the pink roses on top. She hopes there will be some left over for later. It looks yummy.

Loretta and Lulu, Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Dolls by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingChelsea’s first guests arrive!

Heidi and Helga, Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingAnd more guests!

Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingThey all admire the cake, trying to wait until everyone arrives. It’s so tempting to just stick one little paw in the frosting…

Loretta and Lulu, Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Heidi and Helga, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Dolls by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingChelsea is an original one-of-a-kind work of art, created from our own design and pattern. She is made from 100% cotton fabric which has been sewn, stuffed, and completely hand painted with acrylic paints. She is 13 inches tall.

Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingChelsea’s paws are needle-sculpted, and her arms are button-jointed with antique-looking buttons of filigreed silver on black, so she can easily pose. Her face was sculpted from paperclay smoothed into her fabric head. The tufts on her ears are sewn-in fake fur, and her whiskers are made from stiffened cotton thread. Her curled tail enables her to sit prettily all by herself on a shelf or on a table, or in a cabinet. She will also happily sit on a chair, or stand with a doll stand. (Chair and doll stand are not included.) Chelsea is meant for display only.

Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey and Elizabeth Ruffing

Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingChelsea’s pink and white birthday cake was sculpted from paperclay, and has a removable wax candle. It rests on a round wooden base, painted green.

Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingChelsea wears an ivory blouse with gold buttons. Her bloomers are painted white, with rose polka dots. She has ivory-colored tights and high-button shoes that cover her little kitty feet.

Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingChelsea’s party dress is pale pink and ivory, with a dainty striped pattern of darker pink roses and green leaves. The trim and underskirt are of striped tan and dark rose fabric. A touch of ivory lace adds even more femininity.

Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingChelsea is signed and dated, and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation. She comes with a hang tag, a certificate of authenticity, and a copy of her story.

Beatrice and Beulah, Heidi and Helga, Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Dolls by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingChelsea and her birthday cake are available for $650.00, plus shipping. Please inquire to [email protected]

Loretta and Lulu, Heidi and Helga, Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat, Emily and Edwin, Beatrice and Beulah, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Dolls by Max Bailey and Elizabeth RuffingChelsea’s birthday guests, as pictured above, from left to right, are “Loretta and Lulu“, “Heidi and Helga“, “Chelsea”, “Emily and Edwin“, and “Beatrice and Beulah“.

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Chelsea the Maine Coon Cat is up on our Ruffing’s site

Our original one-of-a-kind Maine Coon folk art cat doll, Chelsea, and her birthday cake are up online now.

She is waiting anxiously to taste her pretty birthday cake.

Her birthday guests, as pictured above, from left to right, are “Loretta and Lulu“, “Heidi and Helga“, “Chelsea”, “Emily and Edwin“, and “Beatrice and Beulah“. Please click here to visit Chelsea’s web page.

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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