ETSY FEATURES

Primarily Primaries

Created by "Flowerleaf" Featuring Plush Largemouth Bass


I Need Lots Of Colors Today!

Created by "santosleather" Featuring Plush Largemouth Bass

MANAGING MONDAY

A new featurette for Mondays!
Managing Monday: All About You

♥ ♥ Lemonade Storm ♥ ♥




1. Mod Spot - Porcelain Mug by shoshonasnow
2. Little Bunny Shoe Shoe - Felted Mary Janes by prettylittle
3. Beach Calm - Fine Art Photography by maryvican
4. The Radiant Complexion - Gift Set by VirtueNatural
5. Breathe - ACEO Mini Print by Lori411
6. Love Pears - Plush Toys by lapomme
7. Well Earned Nap - Print by janmoralesphoto
8. Flapper Doodle - Eye Mask by flapperdoodle
9. Sweets - Fine Art Photograph by alicebgardens
10. Sea Shore Dress - Gathered Tea Stained Dress by RawHemline
11. Air Plant - Medium Sized by tohold
12. Susan G. Komen Moon Bun - Amigurumi Bunny Rabbit by moonscreations
13. Cream & Lilac - Vintage-Style Butterflies by thegildedbee
14. Citronella Soy - Candles by mbell34
15. No Shoes On The Bed - Fine Art Photograph by slgdesigns
16. Obi Dress - Summer Dress by trapperjane
17. Artists' Paint Brushes - Fine Art Photograph by AddieDesigns
18. Soft Pink Magnolia - Fine Art Photograph by gandolphoto
19. Between The Pages - Fine Art Photograph by lucysnowephotography
20. Morning Coffee - Fine Art Photograph by mariterecr
21. Sand Leopard - Upcycled Gadget Sleeve by rockitbot

ETSY FEATURE

Upcycling Is In!

Created by "caseyyoder" Featuring Plush Largemouth Bass

NEW DESIGNS

New Design! Plush Goldfish
Ingredients:
Upcycled fleece blanket
Thrift store dress shirt
Vintage buttons
Recycled plastic shopping bags




Another New Design! Plush Tropical Fish
Ingredients:
Repurposed upholstery fabric
Upcycled fleece jackets
Vintage buttons
Recycled plastic shopping bags

NEW DESIGN

Brand New Design! Plush Angelfish

Ingredients:
Repurposed upholstery fabrics
Thrift store shirt
Vintage buttons
Recycled plastic shopping bags

Lately, I've been really interested in the large variety of sea creatures in the ocean. Not only are their colors amazing but their body structure is so unique. So after a little rework I created this Angelfish and I'm really happy with how it turned out!

FRESH FISH

Yellow-Spotted Largemouth Bass
Ingredients:
Repurposed corduroy pants
Upcycled fleece jackets
Thrift store handkerchief
Scrap cotton fabric
Vintage buttons
Recycled plastic shopping bags

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Blue-Spiked Largemouth Bass
Ingredients:
Repurposed upholstery fabric
Upcycled fleece blanket
Scrap cotton fabric
Vintage buttons
Recycled plastic shopping bags

Adopt

FUZZY FRIDAY

Fuzzy Friday: Interview with Cat owner of raggyrat

Pastel Blue Raggy Rat Boys

Whether you are young or old, we all need something to hug. Cat (raggyrat) grew up in the North West of England, in Lancashire. After some time living in Scotland she settled in Dorset with her husband and a full house of little girls! When I asked Cat about her town, she lovingly described it as "very pretty, it attracts visitors and has lovely clean sea air. Weymouth and Portland Artists get together for open studio events and social activity to help deal with the isolation of crafting from home and studio."



Schmancy Olympic Challenge Opening


With each one of her creations, Cat brings her plush to life by creating what she loves. She uses a variety of materials including, fabric scraps, vintage buttons, and wool socks. Cat started sewing at the early age of 6. She sold a puppy to her teacher around 4 years later. At 16 she started selling hand sewn puppy dogs to her schoolmates and other friends. From there her creations spread all by word of mouth.



Bunny with Music Box


Cat starts her day by getting up very early and have a bit of office time before she gets her little children up. When she gets a free moment, she has a cup of tea and sketches out ideas for the day. She also makes sure that she is up to date with Plush Team news and events. Her inspiration stems from music and singing. It relaxes her and motivates her to create. Flickr is also a treat and a feast for inspiration. Her children amuse and amaze her with their fresh ideas. The Dorset wildlife also plays a big role in her creations. Along with sewing, Cat has a love for art. Though she doesn't get to do it very often, she enjoys coloured pencil drawing.



Wool Sock Elephant

Describing her perfect day, Cat would love to drink hot tea in bed. After reading yet some more wonderful feedback about her work online, she would love to take walk with her children in the nearby woods and eat a tasty lunch outside. Perhaps she would listen to them play, as she does while she sews, or one or two would sit with her and make things too. Dinner with daddy and the girls, maybe a nice cheesy topped lasagna created by Cat, and a movie with hubby after the girls are tucked up in bed.


Cat admits she can't live without her mobile phone. She uses it to take pictures and video of her children when they are out and about.


Random fact about Cat:
"I once helped drive a train home from Southport, Lancs ...
The driver took a shine to me .... I blew the horn where it says 'W' next to the track, and I did it long and loud!
My littlest baby is also called Mary, just like you - I dont know ant other little Marys."

And finally for your enjoyment a Random Silly Question:
How much deeper would the ocean be if sponges didn't grow in it?
"Not much .... but the sponges would look good growing on hillsides and jumped on by children and certain grown ups!"



Flickr: raggyrat
Blog: raggyrat.blogspot.com
Shop: raggyrat.etsy.com
You also have seen Cat's work featured in Stuffed Magazine!
Cat is also a member of the Etsy Plush Team!