Our Fifteen Floofiest Foster Kittens

Judging by the reactions we get whenever we introduce a floofy foster kitten,  it's clear you're fans of the very hairy. I thought it might be fun to put together a list of our favorites,  so I spent some time digging through the archives and found our fifteen floofiest foster kittens!

Here they are in no particular order...

1. Rex Von Trout



2.  Orson Davenport



3. Aloysius Rosebud Petrie



4. Ambrose Anderson-Erickson



5. Eddie and Edna Lamm (they're equally floofy and I can no longer tell the pair apart, so they're both making the list)



6. Geraldine Dearborn



7. Kenneth Wiggins



8. Susanna Rose Wiggins



9. Linus Medley



10. Lucille Plunkett



11. Vancie Plunkett



12. Evelyn Hollis



13. Nigel Frost



14. Rutherford "Ruddy" Gibson



15. Wylla Stout, of course.



So, tell me. Who is your all-time favorite floofy kitten?

Crafting with/for Kittens

Good Morning, everyone. I just wanted to respond to all of the comments you left on THIS entry from earlier in the week.

It was nice to see how you all were excited about the idea of having some DIY kitty craft projects on the blog. Like I said before, I'm still kind of kicking around the idea, and thinking about how it all might take shape.

They will most likely be inexpensive, simple ideas made with things you probably already have on hand. I think I'll try to keep them "green" as often as I can and use recycled and or repurposed materials.

As far as level of difficulty, I don't think they'll be too challenging. An average person with the skills to thread a needle or plug in a glue gun would be able to complete the projects.

Also, I won't be holding myself to any sort of schedule with it, just an occasional crafty post when time allows, most likely during the lull between litters.

I dabble in two worlds,, cats and crafts,, and I think this might be a good opportunity to bridge the two.

So after the busy holiday season ends, and 2011 rolls in, we'll get crafting with/for kittens. Lord help us.

And speaking of crafts, just wanted to say thanks to all who the time vote for me in the Martha Stewart Holiday Craft Sale contest. It's not over with yet, but things are looking good. I have to say, it's been a bit of a nail-biter. A few of the other contenders have gotten shout-outs in some very big blogs, so it's been a voting frenzy! I'll be holding my breath until 12:00 Eastern Standard time when it all ends! If you would like to cast a vote of support, please click HERE.

One last crafty note.... this weekend I'll be participating in the annual Tacoma is For Lovers Artist Craft Sale. It's a whole lot of fun, and there's always a lot of great artists selling their wares. Stop on by if you can, I'd love to meet you!

Tacoma is for Lovers Artist Craft Sale
Saturday and Sunday (Nov 13 and 14th)
Kings Books
218 St Helens Ave
Tacoma, WA

For more info visit HERE!

OH,, and by the way,, the top picture is Mr Cornelius Bouvier. Bottom pic is Rex and Reva Von Trout from two of our earliest litters.

Bottomless Basket of Kittens

I bought this pink basket for Charlene when she was just a tiny tot. She slept in it for her first year, then outgrew it. Now, it belongs to the kittens.

Every single litter we've had has curled up in this basket. Oh, the memories it holds.
(and thank goodness it's machine washable)

Here's a little sampling of the cuteness this basket has contained.

The Tuxedo Alum

Here's a little collection our tuxedos from the past...

Darla and Olly Musselman


Josephine "Bunny" Ashby


Trudy Livermore


Inez Davenport


Reva Von Trout

I Can Has Craigburger!

Hey! Craig is on I Can Has Cheezburger today! The kitties are IBKC alum Mitzy, Wendell, Reva and Rex. They were the second litter we fostered.


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2007 Kitty Review

Pierre

Penny

Cassius

Vinny

Wendell Jefferson Hopps

Mitzy Jean Hopps

Rex Von Trout

Reva Von Trout

Lottie Bouvier

Cornelius Bouvier

Maddie Bouvier

Willamena Bouvier

It was really fun going through all the pictures from the year and selecting one of each kitten for today's post. I enjoyed reflecting on each of our babies during this process.

What a wonderful year it's been. I feel so lucky having all of these lovely kittens as a part of our lives. Each one was so precious and fabulous in their own special way. It was an amazing experience watching them grow and seeing their personalities develop. They made us laugh many, many times. We were touched by their sweetness. They enriched our lives so much.

It's been a pleasure getting to know all of you as well. We appreciate you always being there and loving these babies from afar. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

I want to wish you all the best for 2008. I hope your year is bright and filled with lots of love, happiness, and good health.

Happy New Year IBKC Friends!
Happy New Year Kitties !
Happy New Year Kitty Parents and Families!
Happy New Year Everyone!

Wrestlemania !

When Wendell left, Rex lost his favorite wrestling partner. He has chosen Mitzy as the replacement. Weight wise, Mitzy and Rex are a better match. Wendell's girth gave him the upper hand, so most matches between the boys ended in a victory for Wendell.

The play-field is a little more level with Mitzy, so on occasion, Rex enjoys the taste of victory. And as you can see, on occasion Mitzy enjoys a taste of Rex.

The BIG Day Has Arrived.

Today's the day. Gulp. Kim's taking them all into the vet this morning for their surgery. I'll be picking them up around 4:00. I know they'll be just fine. I just don't want them to feel scared!

Please think good thoughts for the itty bitties today.

I'll be back this afternoon with the full report and possibly some pictures of shaved kitty bellies.