Fluffy's wake-up call

I'm sure this is one of the most annoying sounds in the world (especially when it happens at 6am).

Sneaky cat

No wonder Minou always smells like sage and basil.



Here are some of my favorite blogs and links of the past 2 weeks:

♥ Make a gift box out of a cereal box (preferably empty)

♥ I'm totally in love with Toast. Wish they had stores in Canada but at least you can order their catalogue. Check out the great styling below.

♥ I'm always looking for design inspiration. One of my favorite blog is sfgirlbybay. Love the post about the fireplace mantles.

♥ My boyfriend loves to look at real estate listings. He was very amused at this blog for featuring the worst pictures ever!

Toast

I sooo need one of these

Found via Moderncat

Every cat owner knows what I'm talking 'bout: you wake up early in the morning, still half asleep and there it is - the disgusting furball. Too bad you didn't notice it before you stepped in it. If you happen to be wearing socks consider yourself lucky!

Designed by Ellen Gibbs, I checked her website and unfortunately the sign is no longer available. Bummer ! (put socks back on)


I'm off to the cottage for the weekend so here's some weekend reading c/o my mom and Gaby.

♥ Some of the funniest cakes I've ever seen on Cake Wrecks

♥ Get inspired to sew dresses on A Dress a Day

♥ Another one for my craft-to-do list

♥ Find out how to make a watermelon keg here

Damn you Meow Mix song !!!

I've had this song in my head for days now. I'm not even sure if it qualifies as a song.



I'm starting the weekend early so here were my favorite links of the week:

♥ Another diy tutorial for my crafts-to-d0 list. So far I only have 1 embroidery hoop so I'll need to collect a few more before I start the project.

♥ One of my favorite Flickr groups is Wardrobe Remix. It's so interesting looking at people's style all over the world.

♥ I just entered a contest on Casey's musings. Let her know your favorite blog and you'll get a chance to win a vintage goodie bag.

♥ Be sure to check out Rare Birds Finds tomorrow, we'll be showcasing some great finds for under $10.

Birdless birdbath

When I bought my birdbath last year, I had envisioned flocks of birds enjoying the birdbath on a hot summer day. I'm on year #2 and still not a single bird has stopped by.

Well at least the cat uses it. Notice how he carefully balances himself on the rock to reach the water.

Featured in the press

I recently found out that my Parisian catnip mouse was featured on craftstylish.com. I had almost forgotten about that little guy. He's still available in my Etsy shop 4Paws.

I also discovered a fun website called Then and Now. They feature artist that have pictures of their very first piece. It's really interesting to see the evolution in people's work. I didn't have any pictures of my first sewing attempt but I did have one of a bookmark I made as a child. Thankfully, my crafting skills have improved over the years.

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My cat's new obsession

Sleeping on my "clean" jeans. Makes me wonder why I bother with laundry !!

New batch of mice

I was finally able to finish a new batch of mice. This batch is going to Renegade Handmade in Chicago.

They are also always available in my Etsy shop.

Extreme Makeover - feline edition

Here's the magical transformation of my cat Fluffy - from beached whale to sleek lioness.

Minou is very happy that he's not the one in the cage.

He then decides to play with one of her toys in her absence. Ssshhhh....she'll never know!

After a grueling hour at the salon (aka pet store), Fluffy emerges sporting the newest feline hairstyles - the short lion cut.

Not only does this haircut change her appearance on the outside but it changes her catitude on the inside. She's become more outgoing, energetic and frisky. Unfortunately, it only lasts 3-4 months and then we're back to fluffy Fluffy.