It's the first day of winter and the sun is shining ever so brightly. That does not normally happen here in the Pacific Northwest. This calls for a celebration! Can you stand one more give-away before the year ends? I hope so, because I've got a little kitty here I'd like to send to a new home. This is one of the sample dolls I made when I was working on my Embroidery Craft book. You can read more about that process and the backstory over here if you missed any of it. Incidentally, both of my books, featured in the left side-bar, will link to their own descriptive pages right here on the blog now. I actually meant to do that a long LONG time ago, but never seemed to get around to it. Now it's done, and I'm hugging myself!
Shop News: I am pleased to tell you, that all patterns, books, and Winky orders are on their way. Keeping our fingers crossed now that the postal service keeps everything moving along. Delivery seems to move at a snail's pace this time of year. Recently, one first class letter took nine business days to traverse as many states--twice as long as normal. So just saying. Please be patient. We do our very best, but this is out of our hands.
I also want to express our gratitude and thank everyone that supported our humble home biz this year, and for making our hearts glad with your sweet words of encouragement. It means so much to us. It really does. We appreciate each and every one of you! (throwing kisses & hugs your way.)
Well, things are hustling and bustling around here. We started our Christmas baking over the weekend. The house smells of cinnamon, cloves and molasses this morning. It's awesome heady stuff. Especially this gingerbread coffee cake. I think this has to be the very best recipe that ever was. It's the old tried and true never fails recipe. If ever you are wondering what to give someone, bring to a gathering, or serve at Sunday Brunch, wonder no more, because this is it! Download GINGERBREAD COFFEE CAKE. A little gift from me to you. (Sorry, I do not have a picture of it. It never seems to last long enough for me to get one. But here's a glimpse of what's cooking in the dollhouse bakery above. Sweet little things!)
Now it's time to get back to wrapping gifts and writing the last of the Christmas cards. Leave a comment for a chance to win "Pinky Rose" Calico Kitty up there. I will announce the winner here on the blog New Year's Day!
Love, love, love your pink calico kitty. It would be perfect for our great granddaughter Molly who will be one year old on January 4th. Someone has to keep the sock monkey I made for her company!
Posted by: Linda White | December 21, 2011 at 02:49 PM
What a sweet kitty. I just bought (bad, I know) a stuffed sock monkey for a gift basket for my son's school. All of the students were gathering things for a toddler who has cancer. This would have made a much, much better contribution. Thanks for the chance to win. And happy holidaying!
Posted by: Jodi | December 21, 2011 at 03:31 PM
That is the cutest kitty that ever was! She would look so cute on my bed!
Posted by: Alexis Brooks | December 21, 2011 at 04:39 PM
Happy Holidays!! Love that little calico kitty, he made me smile;)
Posted by: Natasha | December 21, 2011 at 04:49 PM
Awe, Pinky Rose is cute, with all the granddaughters that I have I couldn't pick who to give it to, so I would just keep it for myself :)
Posted by: Judy | December 21, 2011 at 05:02 PM
I have a 7 year old kitty lover who would love Pinky Rose! Thanks for the sweet give-away!
Posted by: deb h | December 21, 2011 at 05:44 PM
My grandaughter would absolutly love Pinky. (So would I). Thanks for the chance.
Posted by: Nancy | December 21, 2011 at 05:48 PM
Oh what a sweet little kitty! I have several little grand children who would love her to pieces! Now I'm off to check out that coffee cake recipe. Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Mindy | December 21, 2011 at 06:29 PM
Darling kitty! Sweet bakery shop cookies going there, too. (My oven just gave up the ghost tonight of all times of the year. Looks as if I'll be spending some time at the real bakery shop.) Good thing that you described your baking so nicely. I can almost smell it above the burnt aroma wafting about here.
Posted by: Vee | December 21, 2011 at 06:33 PM
Ohhhh.. here kitty kitty.. come to mama! :-)
Say - I am seriously looking for a vintage dollhouse.. found a neat one on CL but they owner will *NOT* respond to my inquiries. Do you know of any for sale?
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*M*E*R*R*Y* *C*H*R*I*S*T*M*A*S*!*
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((hugs)), Teresa :-)
Posted by: Teresa Kasner | December 21, 2011 at 06:54 PM
Awwww, Pinky Rose is adorable! She looks like she is wearing thermal long underwear! I could say I'd love to give Pinky to my daughter whose middle name is also Rose...but I think Pinky would rather be MY new best friend instead. ;)
Merry Christmas to you and yours!!
Posted by: Jane S. | December 21, 2011 at 07:16 PM
What a cute kitty! She looks like she could tap-dance her way right out of the photograph! :) Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Bobbi M | December 21, 2011 at 07:28 PM
Oh, how sweet Pink Rose is in her winter jammies! Just adorable. Have a very Merry Christmas, Vicki. (Love the tiny sugar cookies!)
Posted by: Karin | December 21, 2011 at 07:29 PM
What a charming new header. Your calico kitty is the real charmer! Please include me in your drawing.
Kudos to you for working so hard on getting your goodies out during such a busy season. Take a break now and have Very Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Mom Wald | December 21, 2011 at 09:12 PM
I would love to win your calico kitty. Cats are my favorite people! i only just found your blog, and I love it!
Posted by: Barbara | December 21, 2011 at 11:20 PM
Rose is precious! Love all your creativity.
Posted by: Angela Prince-Bex | December 22, 2011 at 12:57 AM
I always have room for one more kitty! She's very sweet, and probably lots quieter than the ones here already...
Posted by: LynneD | December 22, 2011 at 02:05 AM
Very, very sweet! I have a kitty-loving little girl at my house who would love to welcome her home. :-)
Posted by: Brandy | December 22, 2011 at 02:53 AM
So cute! My daughter would love it. We just got a second cat and they adore each other. Love it.
Posted by: Julie | December 22, 2011 at 03:13 AM
Merry Christmas and God Bless you and your family throughout the new year. Thanking for bringing so much inspiration and joy into my world.
Posted by: Josette Marcellino | December 22, 2011 at 04:01 AM
Happy Holidays to you and your family!
She's an adorable kitty, and I know of a certain 4-year-old who would love her.
Thanks for the sweet giveaway...
Posted by: Hana Tawathie | December 22, 2011 at 06:34 AM
My great-niece Bella would adore this!
Posted by: Shari Harniss | December 22, 2011 at 06:39 AM
she's beautiful!
Posted by: dina | December 22, 2011 at 06:42 AM
Ooh, I love the calico kitty! She would be very loved in my home.
Posted by: Katie | December 22, 2011 at 07:05 AM
My daughter would love this Kitty. It is super sweet and she loves her handmade ragdoll. The kitty would be the perfect pet for her ragdoll. Thanks Amy
Posted by: Amy Rhyder | December 22, 2011 at 07:43 AM
so cute. lindagerig
Posted by: Linda gerig | December 22, 2011 at 07:59 AM
I'd love to win "Pinky Rose". She'd make a gorgeous addition to my collection of cats.
Posted by: Judith (from Israel) | December 22, 2011 at 08:38 AM
JUST DARLING!!! I do have some great nieces, and HOPEFULLY, someday a granddaughter. So please count me in...and THANK YOU!
Posted by: Donna Mac | December 22, 2011 at 09:00 AM
would LOVE to win this! My girl LOVES kittys!
Posted by: jen | December 22, 2011 at 09:17 AM
I've been looking around your website and have decided that I really love your work. The kitty s adroable. Thanks for the chance to win her.
Posted by: Ronnie | December 22, 2011 at 09:18 AM
Just found your blog & LoVe it!!! I can't wait to check out your books. I can't imagine why you'd want to give away you little Rose kitty, if I had made her, she would never leave my home. I am 51 and I still have my Raggedy Ann from when I was about 7. I don't have children of my own, but I design children's toys, like you, and give them to the kids at church and I also send many of them to children in 3rd world countries. My husband's favorite type of cat is a Calico, I'll have to show him your precious Pinky Rose when he gets home from work. I hope she finds a loving warm home and arms of joy to hold her for many years to come! Merry Christmas and may your little home business continue to grow and bring laughter to many hearts! God Bless You and your family!!!
Posted by: Connie Copenhaver | December 22, 2011 at 09:35 AM
What a little darling! I LOVE cats and collect unique ones to display. She'd be a great addition to my "cat-a-family." Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Dana | December 22, 2011 at 12:38 PM
Calico kitty is amazing! My daughter is obsessed wirh cats along with anything to do with sewing. Sadly I am very challenged in this area but am trying to be less of a spaz each day. If you would like the most living home for your kitty, my daughter should be considered. You truly have a talent :)
Posted by: Melissa | December 22, 2011 at 12:52 PM
What I meant to say was loving but our house is full of life as well.
Posted by: Melissa | December 22, 2011 at 12:53 PM
darling kitty, I have an 8 year old who would love a little kitty like this since we don't have our 16 year old "kitty" anymore.
Posted by: kristine hanson | December 22, 2011 at 01:04 PM
My little granddaughter would love to snuggle with this adorable kitty! I'm new here so I'm off to explore!
Posted by: Nancy | December 22, 2011 at 02:03 PM
Vicki, Merry Christmas to you and your lovely family!!
Hugs! Jeri
Posted by: Jeri | December 22, 2011 at 02:33 PM
Is that not the sweetest kitty ever??? I can't believe how many things I still haven't made from your charming books. Maybe this will be the year I finally catch up on some things ~~ is that even possible? Pinky Rose would ever be so at home in our cottage ~ fingers crossed and a Merry Christmas to you and yours!!!
P.S. I do hope Pinky likes to travel as it would be a coast to coast adventure for her!!!
Posted by: Peggy | December 22, 2011 at 02:51 PM
Pink calico kitty is so cute! After seeing the pattern in your embroidery book, I have been longing to make one, especially for Grand-daughter Abigail Rose, whose 1st birthday is today! Keep on with the good inspirations , Vicki! You and your company are such a wonderful resource for those of us who appreciate vintage embroidery projects!
Posted by: Debra Wortman | December 22, 2011 at 06:28 PM
I love the pink calico Kitty! I have been longing to make one ever since I saw the pattern in your embroidery book! It would be perfect for my grand-daughter, Abigail Rose, whose 1st Birthday is today! Thank-you , Vicki, for providing inspiration to those of us who love vintage embroidery.
Posted by: Debra Wortman | December 22, 2011 at 06:56 PM
Oh, I have a sweet little girl in mind that would be perfect for that little kitty! Thank you!
Posted by: Jennifer Gregory Miller | December 22, 2011 at 07:19 PM
so sweet. Just like me real kittens, Emilie and Cossette - just adopted from a rescue group last Juloiel.
Posted by: dawn | December 22, 2011 at 08:09 PM
What a pretty kitty!!!
Posted by: Kelly | December 22, 2011 at 08:24 PM
what a cutie!
Posted by: turtle | December 22, 2011 at 10:10 PM
So sweet,I would love to make room in my home for this kitty,my grands will take very good care of her.
Posted by: debbie nang | December 23, 2011 at 12:31 AM
She's so very cute and full of character!
I doubt I will be that lucky, but I know one little girl who'd be chuffed to bits to give kitty a UK home!
Have a great festive holiday however you choose to celebrate and I wish you well for 2012.
Lyn
Posted by: lyn lewis | December 23, 2011 at 01:57 AM
What an adorable kitty!
Posted by: Annie Servillo | December 23, 2011 at 03:06 AM
Love your kitty. She is just adorable. I'd love to win her for my Grandson. He loves stuffed items.
Posted by: Glenda M | December 23, 2011 at 03:29 AM
My granddaughter (not quite 2 yet) would love to have her own kitty.
Posted by: Faith | December 23, 2011 at 04:08 AM
The kitty is just so cute and adorable! It be such a thrill to get that kitty. Hope it falls into the hands of someone who'd really treasure it.
Posted by: Bea | December 23, 2011 at 04:31 AM
Pinky Rose would be very welcome in our home - my daughter would absolutely adore a kitty! Thanks for the chance.
Posted by: Michele | December 23, 2011 at 04:46 AM
I absolutely love your kitty. She would be loved by any child
Posted by: Robin D | December 23, 2011 at 04:56 AM
The coffee cake sounds wonderful! I take care of 3 little girls, 15 months old. I can imagine all of the love and hugs Pinky Rose would get around here. They have just started noticing dolls and giving them hugs and carrying them around. It's so cute to watch.
Posted by: Wren | December 23, 2011 at 05:19 AM
This kitty is soooo cute be a great toy for my grandchild. Merry Christmas and blessings in the New Year!!!!
Posted by: Ann | December 23, 2011 at 05:23 AM
Such a cute kitty!! My daughter would love it as a birthday gift when she turns 6 in March. We used to call her "Meow Meow" when she was a newborn because her cries sounded like a kitten.
Posted by: Laura K | December 23, 2011 at 05:39 AM
My granddaughter Collette would love the kitty. She loves the kitties. Yours is very pretty. Thanks for the chance to win her.
Posted by: Ricki Duke | December 23, 2011 at 07:09 AM
Pinky is adorable! My grand-daughter would flip for this. Have a very Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Carol A. | December 23, 2011 at 07:28 AM
I'd love to win this lovely Kitty. Thank you for this giveaway!
Posted by: Val T. | December 23, 2011 at 07:47 AM
adorable!! thanks!
Posted by: lynn | December 23, 2011 at 07:48 AM
Pinky Rose looks like the perfect sweetheart for my daughters special blue stuffed cat named Shoes. We enjoy your blog very much. Happy Holidays!
Posted by: Stacey | December 23, 2011 at 08:04 AM
Love love love this little kitty! It would be a perfect item for my grandchild's dowry. Yes, I'm placing beautiful things aside for my first grandchild!
Posted by: Cynthia | December 23, 2011 at 08:17 AM
Your darling Pinky Rose would find herself in our 14 year old daughter's welcoming arms; just days before last christmas we had to put down her cat, Pinky, who after receiving months of dialysis was too ill to keep up the good fight against kidney disease. We adopted Pinky when Desi turned 5; the entire kindergarten class was invited to her birthday party held at a community center - around 90 people showed up! Yet insured instead of gifts, everyone brought donations for the rescue Pinky came from. Your sweet, precious, Pinky Rose would be a nice remembrance for her.
Posted by: Laura Snazel | December 23, 2011 at 09:15 AM
What a sweet kitty! And such a sweet giveaway. How can you part with her?
Posted by: Becky Stancill | December 23, 2011 at 09:47 AM
Oh, how I would love to have that adorable kitty for my little great niece who is three!
Posted by: Connie | December 23, 2011 at 12:01 PM
Oh this is a charming kitty. I can think of a little girl who would love it. 'Course, I suppose we all have a little girl inside of us, still.
Love to you and your family, and a very happy Christmas to each of you.
xo
Lena
Posted by: Account Deleted | December 23, 2011 at 12:03 PM
Pinky Rose kitty is adorable. I have 2 cats and am feeding 2 strays that were born this spring.Hopefully I can get them to come into the house before the weather turns really cold.
Thanks for the chance to win your giveaway.Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Elaine Akers | December 23, 2011 at 12:44 PM
My "Violet Rose" would love Miss Pinky Rose! She is precious!
Posted by: Crystal lowenthal | December 23, 2011 at 02:42 PM
Great kitty, thanks for the chance to win her!
Posted by: Debra | December 23, 2011 at 02:52 PM
The kitty is adorable. I LOVE kitties.
Posted by: Lynn | December 23, 2011 at 03:22 PM
One of my little great granddaughters would love to have this doll. Merry Christmas.
Posted by: Jane T | December 23, 2011 at 04:12 PM
what a precious kitty and reminiscent of one i had many years ago. can offer a very loving home and a gran that woould love it to death!
Posted by: shari | December 23, 2011 at 05:05 PM
Love it Love it Love it. Do you sell a pattern for her? Merry Christmas and a happy healthy New Year for you and yours.
Mim in FL
Posted by: Miriam Stewart | December 23, 2011 at 05:45 PM
I'm a cat lover. Love your sweet pink critter!
Posted by: Ellen Lai | December 23, 2011 at 06:57 PM
She is very sweet!
Happy holidays to you and yours.
Posted by: Beth | December 24, 2011 at 05:15 AM
Very adorable!! Thanks for the chance to win such a cutie!
Posted by: michele | December 24, 2011 at 05:30 AM
She is so precious!!!! So glad I found your Blog!
Posted by: alice hancock | December 24, 2011 at 07:47 AM
As always, I love your work. :) The kitty is too cute! I have both of your books but haven't made up the kitty yet. :) On an aside, I found a 100% wool blanket the other day! Cream colored and FREE! It's a bit thick, though; we'll see what I can do with it.
Posted by: Elizabeth | December 24, 2011 at 11:02 AM
This little kittie has something on her mind, i wonder what it could be. I am sure i would find out if she came to live at my house. I know we would have many great conversations and cuddles!!!
Posted by: diane | December 24, 2011 at 11:20 AM
What a sweet blog! The kitty is so sweet - would be so nice for my niece who adores cats. thanks and happy holidays!
Posted by: Lee | December 25, 2011 at 05:03 AM
What a sweetie - your kittie is as cute as can be!
Posted by: Anne Marie | December 25, 2011 at 01:37 PM
He would be perfect for my DD to take back with her to college. She LOVES kitties!! Thanks so much for the chance.
Posted by: Theresa D | December 26, 2011 at 08:05 AM
The sweetest little kitty ever. I hope you and yours enjoyed a Merry Christmas. My best wishes for a Happy New Year.
Posted by: Cgirl | December 26, 2011 at 09:19 AM
Pinky Rose would be very loved and fit in perfectly in our cottage!! She is just adorable!!
Blessings,
Robin
lintoncottageindustry@gmail.com
Posted by: Linton-cottage.blogspot.com | December 26, 2011 at 03:52 PM
Merry Christmas! Kitty is so cute! I would love to own her. Thanks for the great give away!
Posted by: Donna | December 26, 2011 at 04:25 PM
Oh, the calico Kitty is so cute. My daughter is really into cats, her favorite stuffed animal is Whiskers, the cat so it would be great to win your handmade kitty 'altho I think this one can stay on my bed. :)
Have a great New Year's!
Posted by: tammyCA | December 27, 2011 at 12:53 AM
Oh! my little grand daughter loved the little calico cat,
Oh! my little grand daughter Ariana who is 2 plus loved the little calico cat & said she loves to have it. We are from the sunny Island of Sri Lanka. Compliments of the Season.Pauline & Little Ariana.
Posted by: Pauline Abdul Cader | December 27, 2011 at 09:49 AM
Oh, me please. My little niece would cuddle this forever! Thanks! Anna Marie
Posted by: Anna Marie | December 28, 2011 at 11:27 AM
Your blog is inspiring I love all your handmade stuff. Especially the little kitten ornament made out of a walnut shell, so cute.(I know you did'nt make that.)
I would be honored to win the cat I would give her a very nice home !
Thanks for being in blog land a visit always brightens my day!
Diana Clark
Posted by: Diana Clark | December 28, 2011 at 01:25 PM
This little Kitty is darling my grand daughter would absolutely love her :)
Posted by: Kitty | December 28, 2011 at 03:53 PM
Love the lazy daisy eyes! It's one of my favorite stitches and the first one I learned as a young girl on the embroidery path.
Posted by: Diane | December 29, 2011 at 03:51 PM
She is gorgeous. My three year old loves cats and Pinky Rose would be such a lovely addition to our home. Thank you for sharing and a Happy New Year to you!
Posted by: Neena | December 29, 2011 at 04:06 PM
Love the kitty. I'm thinking that my daughter would love her even more.
Posted by: Kory Beavers | December 30, 2011 at 02:57 AM
Calico Kitty is adorable!!! I would love a chance to win her :)
Posted by: Sharon | December 30, 2011 at 08:46 AM
Oh, how sweet of you! I love your precious kitty and he would love Florida! Happy New Year! ♥
Posted by: Lavender Dreams | December 31, 2011 at 04:30 PM
Here Kitty, Kitty, Kitty :)
Posted by: Robbin | December 31, 2011 at 05:09 PM