Pretty kitty

Have you met some wonderful people online? I know that my life has been enriched by all my blog friends, and I am constantly being impressed and inspired by the kind hearts and generosity out there in bloga-ritaville (as my pal, Robin, calls it)

A while ago, Rachel contacted me to see if it was okay to send Sugarwings a gift. She says that she is raising boys but loves to make pretty things for little girls, and wanted to send my fairy grand baby a kitty doll. I told her that  Sugarwings loves to play babykitty/mommykitty, and she even customized the doll, by adding a kitten!

When Sugarwings, her mommy and I opened the box, all three of us said "awwwww" all together, it was so cute nestled in the box and wrapped in tulle.

If you'd like one for yourself, or for some little sweetheart in your life, she has a family of kitties waiting to be adopted in her Etsy shop.

And if you think it would be fun to make your own little stuffed buddy, here is a head start for you. I bought a boxful of old laces and trims and these were in the box.  There are a total of 15 precut teddy bears, with the faces already embroidered and ready to be sewn and stuffed.  The directions and pattern are included and you can find it in my Boutique for $5 (total for all 15 guys and the directions)

This morning, I went to a Thai Chi class. I'm middle aged and pudgy, so I doubt if looked very elegant while trying to keep my balance, but I think I kind of enjoyed it. Ask me tomorrow, when I see how stiff I am in the morning.

The rest of the day was spent on odds and ends, cleaning up my studio, so I can make space to work on some orders that I need to get done (wall paper for Rita and a fairy portrait for Sherry).  But cleaning the studio to me, doesn't mean just putting piles away, it means doing something with it. So, the pile of stuff accumulating on the desk waiting to be photographed, actually got their pictures taken and got listed in the shop.

This little needle kit is $6.50

Great rose cover, huh?

And I might just be too late for this one.... is anyone still making Valentine's or has that ship sailed?  In case you are still working on a Valentine's swap, or making something pink and red  and rosy for your self, here are some supplies.

I found a cute heart shaped plastic box (vintage) and filled it with pink and red buttons, pearl beads and little red velvet flowers.  Oh, and a bit of flashy rhinestone jewelry.

 

Its wrapped up in a pink floral hankie tied with old trims, with a pink velvet millinery sprig attached.

Do you need the perfect napkin to complete the table setting for Valentine's Day? Here are some delicate little embroidered ones, that are as dainty as can be.

These are nice too.  They make me feel like Spring is actually going to arrive some day....

It is warmer here, but sure not Spring time.  At least it is bearable out there.

Good thing its not single digit cold any more, my husband has been outside changing the tire on Old Blue.  Sugarwing's Hippy Chic Mommy had some car trouble this week, so my husband offered to loan his big red truck to her and he will drive Old Blue till she gets settled.  But, before this decrepit chunk of rust can be road safe, it needs brakes, and before it gets brakes it needs a tire. 

Its nice to have an extra  vehicle out behind the shed when you need it.  Even better if it runs....

Okay, back to work for me. That studio needs more work before I can actually use it!

Comments

[Suz Reaney]

Awwwwwww!!! Those are the cutest kitties. I agree totally about the nice people out there and I love the term, Blogarita-ville. Sounds like a place where one would have fancy pink girly drinks! From now on...that is my home town. Though Bloglandia is not bad for fanciful affairs!

You have done so much blogging lately, Karla, and I love it! The weather is finally bearable and I am able to get out of the house but it has been a long, bitter spell here in the Midwest (and elsewhere). My friends in Blogaritaville keep me sane!

Thank!

[Lori]

the kitty mommy and baby are the cutest things...what a sweet gift for Sugarwings!!!

[Wanda @ Just Vintage]

And let me add my awwww. I bet she loved them.

I have a little, plastic heart box very much like that that I've had since I was a little girl. I'm not sure if doll shoes came in it or if I just kept a pair of shoes in there. High heels, if I remember right. That my Madame Alexander fashion doll wore.

[Andrea]

How sweet the kitty is cuter than cute! Lucky little sugar wings!!!

[LORRAINE BELL]

Hi Karla...I keep thinking about the Cinderella clock...I think when my Mom brought her`s was in the very early `50`s & she being British , it was a replica of Queen Elizabeth`s coronation coach...might be something to check up on..my Mom`s is long gone,I`m sure it didnt make it`s way all the way to Ka. I do wish i knew where it went...so amazing how things bring back old tapes isn`t it...gad I love old stuff..have a warm weekend..Lorraine

[karen young]

Hi Karla, What a sweet Kitty and baby. I also love all the eye candy.

Hugs Karen

[pamq]

Cute kitties!

Thai Chi! That has always interested me but no where around here to take a class....

So...I have to know....how stiff were you?????

[Ashley Schott]

If you're sore then you know it's workin'! I love all your pretty things:) I especially love the kitties! I'm very partial to anything kitty...

[Soarenth]

Those handcraft toys need to make a comeback. They are much more fun than the florescent plastics at the stores.

So it's tomorrow. How are you feeling about your Thai Chi class? Either way, congratulations on getting things done in your studio and listed in your shops.

Here's hoping Old Blue gets safely drivable soon.

[Sherry Williams]

The little kitties are so adorable! I'm sure little Sugarwings loves them.
I still can't get over how busy you are. Do you think you could bottle-up some of that energy & send it to me????lol
hugs, Sherry

[lisa]

Karla,
Thanks for the comment on my 'mannie'.
I am jealous, I have wanted to go to Curious Sofa for the longest time. If I ever get out your way that is my 1st stop. Love the new pics of Sugarwings, she gets cuter everyday. Also am loving the new look of your kitchen. It's cool, I've watched the evolution of your decorating from that fuzzy scan on your earlier post to now. Lisa
PS I liked the 'county' look too.

[Kerryanne English]

I always like watching Tai Chi. I'm imagining you doing it Karla.
Last year when I used to wait outside my daughters school for afternoon pickup, there was a tiny little chinese lady who did Tai Chi in the gardens. She made it look so effortless and peaceful.
Hope you are not suffering today Karla and good luck with your tai chi adventure.
Hugs ~ Kerryanne

[Laurie]

I love your Valentine's items! I haven't even started any, so I'm way behind. But then, I still have 3 projects from Artist's Class (the last one!) that I want to do!

[Veronica Mackinnon]

I love your blog. It makes me feel good to look at all the pretty things. I adore the kitties; i am a cat lover. Your kitchen and breakfast nook is so pretty.