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Sugar, American Shorthair silver tabby cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind by artist Anne Ruffing

An American Shorthair silver tabby cat figurine with a ruffled mauve collar with pale turquoise trim and a pale cream colored dress sits with a pink frosted cupcake.

Sugar is a handmade, original, one-of-a-kind American Shorthair silver tabby kitten art doll figurine, hand painted and hand sculpted in paperclay by artist Anne Ruffing.

An American Shorthair silver tabby cat figurine with a ruffled mauve collar with pale turquoise trim and a pale cream colored dress sits with a pink frosted cupcake.

Sugar is famous in her neighborhood for her sweet tooth.

Every afternoon, she walks to the local bakery known as Kitty’s Cupcake Corner, where she looks longingly in the window at the variety of cupcakes on display.

An American Shorthair silver tabby cat figurine with a ruffled mauve collar with pale turquoise trim and a pale cream colored dress sits with a pink frosted cupcake.

They are frosted with vanilla, peppermint, orange, and lemon, and are swirled, covered with sprinkles, or just plain. Sugar’s eyes get really big when she sees the strawberry ones.

An American Shorthair silver tabby cat figurine with a ruffled mauve collar with pale turquoise trim and a pale cream colored dress sits with a pink frosted cupcake.

Kathleen Kitty, world renowned baker, notices that her cupcake confections have a loyal fan. When Sugar zones in on the strawberry ones, she notices that too.

An American Shorthair silver tabby cat figurine with a ruffled mauve collar with pale turquoise trim and a pale cream colored dress sits with a pink frosted cupcake.

Kathleen walks outside. “This one’s for you,” she says to Sugar, and hands her a gloriously pink cupcake.

An American Shorthair silver tabby cat figurine with a ruffled mauve collar with pale turquoise trim and a pale cream colored dress sits with a pink frosted cupcake.

Sugar is ecstatic, and so overcome with joy that she can only utter a tiny thank you before hurrying home with her treasure.

An American Shorthair silver tabby cat figurine with a ruffled mauve collar with pale turquoise trim and a pale cream colored dress sits with a pink frosted cupcake.


Sugar wears a pale yellow dress with a mauve ruffle around the neck. A light blue border sets off the ruffle and the hem of her dress. She is signed and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation.

An American Shorthair silver tabby cat figurine with a ruffled mauve collar with pale turquoise trim and a pale cream colored dress sits with a pink frosted cupcake.

Sugar is 3 inches tall. She comes with certificate of authenticity.

An American Shorthair silver tabby cat figurine with a ruffled mauve collar with pale turquoise trim and a pale cream colored dress sits with a pink frosted cupcake.

Sugar is a work of art meant for display only, and not for play.

Sugar is available here.

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Himalayan Cat Art Doll Figurine and Pocket Kitten, finishing touches

A Himalayan cat art doll in a blue floral pinafore sits with a Himalayan kitten in her pocket.

My mom and I have been creating away. Mom has been hopping between one art doll project and the next, as her clay and paints dry. We are happy to announce her Himalayan original one-of-a-kind cat art doll is now fully clothed! And her kitten has a nice pocket into which she is comfortably nestled.

I’ve been taking short videos of us working for some fun behind-the-scenes peeks. Here I am measuring her for her new pinafore while our calico kitty, Ruby, plays with my supplies, and my mom is at her work table sculpting a new little cat doll: https://youtube.com/shorts/DtTYYsp1YmY

Ruby is so helpful! She looks like she knows what she is doing. Just ask her.

A calico cat with big gold eyes stands in front of a watercolor painting of a Carolina wren and peach colored peonies by artist A E Ruffing.

I had to make all the little pattern pieces, and I have to admit my brain had to do some twists and turns while trying to work that out. Those shoulder ruffles gave me quite a time as well. I sewed so much of this pinafore by hand, with a needle and thread: https://youtube.com/shorts/qJtzrVy6sPw

Then I had to make that pocket the right size for the kitten and sew that on by hand as well. Finally, everything came together and I breathed a sigh of relief! https://youtube.com/shorts/9aQF3Fx2Roc

We wrote a story and a detailed description of the kitties and my mom gave them names. I need to take some photos and add my bit about the pinafore. Then I will get her official post together with her description and she will be up for adoption! Whew. Stay tuned!

A Himalayan cat art doll in a blue floral pinafore sits with a Himalayan kitten in her pocket.

Hope you all have been staying cool in the heat wave we have been having. It is good weather for staying inside and sewing and sculpting and painting.

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Cat art doll figurine, original one-of-a-kind beautiful ginger tabby Maine Coon with her adorable kitten, Catherine and Chester by Max Bailey

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max Bailey

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max Bailey“Catherine and Chester” is a handmade original, one-of-a-kind anthropomorphic cat art doll figurine, hand painted and hand sculpted in paperclay by artist Max Bailey.

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max BaileyCatherine is an orange tabby Maine Coon cat, who looks a bit bewildered by motherhood.

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max BaileyCatherine knows she needs at least one extra set of paws to keep up with her kitten. Little Chester seems to go in nine different directions all at once.

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max BaileyCatherine made a kitty bag for Chester, a blue polka dot one with a long strap that goes around her neck. Still, she has to keep one paw on the bag.

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max BaileyChester is so enthusiastic, he wiggles and mews at everyone and everything he sees.

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max Bailey“Mama, why do I have to stay in my kitty bag while we’re traveling?” Chester asks.

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max BaileyCatherine answers, “So I can see the top of your pretty little head.” When he asks again, she says, “So I can count your little white whiskers to make sure none of them are missing.”

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max BaileyCatherine takes Chester to the park. She takes him shopping. She takes him visiting. And, at the end of the day, she takes him home.

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max BaileyWhen he yawns, she puts him to bed, and Chester always says, “Good night, Mama. I had fun today.”

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max Bailey“Me too.” Catherine answers. She sighs happily, and falls asleep in her chair.

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max Bailey“Catherine and Chester” is an original one-of-a-kind work of art, meant for display only. No molds are ever used in my work. Catherine, Chester, and Chester’s kitty bag are hand-sculpted from paperclay, and are entirely hand-painted with acrylic paints.

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max BaileyCatherine wears a river blue dress with a jade green collar, cuffs, and sash tied in a big bow at the back. Pale blue flowers with jade green leaves decorate the sleeves and flow around the bottom of the skirt. Her striped orange tail emerges from her white petticoats. Catherine and Chester have whiskers made from stiffened cotton thread.

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max BaileyCatherine 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.

Catherine is 9 and 1/4 inches tall. “Catherine and Chester” comes with a certificate of authenticity.

Catherine and Chester, Ginger Tabby Maine Coon Original One-of-a-kind Art Doll Figurine by Max Bailey“Catherine and Chester” the original one-of-a-kind Maine Coon cat art doll figurine is available for $425.00, with free Priority Mail, insured, shipping within the United States. Please inquire to [email protected]

Chester’s big sister is Sunflower the Ginger Tabby Kitten, original one-of-a-kind cat art doll figurine.

We can be found on social media here: Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.

Please click here to visit Catherine and Chester’s adoption page.

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Maisie Maybunny, original, one-of-a-kind miniature handmade mauve-pink floral bunny rabbit art doll figurine by artist Elizabeth Ruffing

Maisie Maybunny, original, one-of-a-kind miniature handmade mauve-pink floral bunny rabbit art doll figurine by artist Elizabeth Ruffing

Maisie Maybunny, original, one-of-a-kind miniature handmade mauve-pink floral bunny rabbit art doll figurine by artist Elizabeth RuffingMaisie Maybunny is a handmade miniature original, one-of-a-kind rabbit art doll figurine, hand painted and hand sculpted in paperclay by artist Elizabeth Ruffing.

Maisie Maybunny, original, one-of-a-kind miniature handmade mauve-pink floral bunny rabbit art doll figurine by artist Elizabeth Ruffing with blue purple spiderwort flowersMaisie Maybunny is a mauve-pink bunny with big blue eyes. She has a painted garland of pink, yellow, and blue flowers that goes all around her body.

Maisie Maybunny, original, one-of-a-kind miniature handmade mauve-pink floral bunny rabbit art doll figurine by artist Elizabeth RuffingMaisie Maybunny is a carefree soul. She likes to go hopping through garden beds, whether the sun is shining, or the rain is coming down.

Maisie Maybunny, original, one-of-a-kind miniature handmade mauve-pink floral bunny rabbit art doll figurine by artist Elizabeth Ruffing with blue purple spiderwort flowersAfter Maisie has hopped for a while, she finds a nice dry spot, flops on her side, and takes a long, long nap.

Maisie Maybunny, original, one-of-a-kind miniature handmade mauve-pink floral bunny rabbit art doll figurine by artist Elizabeth RuffingWhen she wakes up, she yawns, and rolls over in the flowers, wrapping them all around her.

Then she hops home for her evening salad, which she decorates with tiny blossoms.

Maisie Maybunny is a one-of-a-kind work of art, and is meant for display only, not for play.

Maisie Maybunny, original, one-of-a-kind miniature handmade mauve-pink  and peach floral bunny rabbit art doll figurines by artist Elizabeth RuffingShe was sculpted from paperclay over wood, in multiple stages, to allow for drying and detailing. Paperclay has a hardness similar to soft wood.

Maisie Maybunny, original, one-of-a-kind miniature handmade mauve-pink floral bunny rabbit art doll figurine by artist Elizabeth Ruffing with blue purple spiderwort flowersMaisie was painted under a magnifying light, with tiny brushes, using acrylic paints.

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

Maisie Maybunny is 3 and 1/8 inches (8 centimeters) tall.

Please click here to go to Maisie Maybunny’s adoption page. Maisie’s bunny friends are Jeanina Jingles and Buttons Bunnyton.