Plush Black Cats and Not-So-Scary Bats

 

Cute & Cuddly Black Cats & Bats in Plush

 

Plush Black Cat on Etsy

Black cats are no particular breed, or rather, can be from any breed or mixed breed. Simply stated, these felines are called 'Black Cats' because their fur is all black!

Black cats have had superstitions attached to them in many cultures and are considered to be either 'good luck' or 'bad luck'. At some point in history, black cats were suspected of being the 'familiars' of witches and this may be why they are now associated with Halloween.

Bats, on the other hand, are flying mammals. There are over 900 species of bats, but the only ones I like are Plush Bats! :)

Lets take a tour through a world of plush black cats and 'not-so-scary' bats!

Black Cats

Black Cats in Plush are Purr-fect!

 

Ziggy the Plush Black Cat

Ziggy the Curious Black Cat is soft and silky and loves to be petted. He has an extra-long body (nearly 15 inches) that is a bit ‘understuffed’ which makes him as posable as a real cat.

Ziggy the black cat is cute and cuddly and lovable.  He is available on Amazon.

Plush Black Cat on Etsy

This cuddly black cat seen in the introduction photo is a perfect plush cat in crochet for a child's toy, a Halloween decoration, or anyone who loves black cats.  He measures 7.5 inches in a sitting position and 10 inches tall overall and is cute and cuddly soft.  He can be ordered at the Etsy Shop of Coastal Crochet Crafts!

Are You Superstitious About Black Cats? 

Do you think they bring 'Good Luck' or 'Bad Luck'?

On the "Good Luck" side, several friends have given me their opinions:

• Black Cats Bring 'Good Luck'. That black cat 'bad luck' belief is Hogwash!
• Since I've had several black cats over the years, I definitely don't think they bring bad luck. To me, Black Cats are 'lucky'!
• I've had black cats before and they are just sweet and loving. The only time I'd think they were bad luck is if one was coming at me with a chainsaw, otherwise, no worries :)
• I've never thought black cats were bad luck. A cat is a cat.
• Any cat is good luck, in my opinion! Send your black cats my way.
• Where I'm from (the UK), black cats have always been a symbol of good luck!

And, in the opinion of a friend's dog.....
  

Silly humans, all kitties are good to chase - I have no color preference :)

 

Scary Looking Black Cat for Halloween!

 

Furry Bones Black Mao Mao Cat

Now This is What I Call a Halloween Cat Face!

This Black Mao-Mao Cat Furry Bones Soft Plush Doll would make a terrific Halloween decoration. The 'face' is perfect for getting the attention of the 'trick or treaters' at your door on October 31st. He is a perfect example of 'Halloween Goth'. 

After Halloween, Mao Mao Cat can then keep you company throughout the rest of the year. (Just watch out you don't come across him in a dark room on a 
stormy night! )

On the other side of the bad luck/good luck question, here are some 'bad luck' quotes:

• No, no.... keep them away! Black Cats are Scary and bring 'bad luck'.
• I would like to say I am not superstitious, but just yesterday a black cat ran quickly across the path of my car and I have to admit I shuddered!
• Not sure but never let one cross my path lol guess i need to pick no no no...:)
• I don't take any chances one way or the other so am always on my guard when I spy a black cat.
   

It looks as though most people LIKE black cats and think they are just fine.

BATS

 

The Best Kind of Bat - A Bat in Crochet!

Plush Toy Amigurumi Bat Pattern to Crochet

A Cute Bat to Crochet

If you are a crochet crafter, you could make a whole collection of toy bats with this darling pattern. A stuffed animal bat is the best kind of bat, in my opinion!

A clever crafter on Etsy creates adorable Amigurumi animal patterns from her home in Portugal. This crocheted bat pattern is just one of a wonderful group you will find in her Etsy shop she calls MevvSan. Check out all Mevlinn's patterns from a Sloth to a Unicorn to a Giant Squid. She has some quite unique and original patterns in her shop.

THIS is MY idea of a fun bat - a BATman PLUSH blanket.

 

Batman Emblem Fleece Blanket

I Like this Kind of Bat! - Soft and Warm. It's a super-soft fleece throw that measures 50" x 60".


This will make a great gift for my SuperHero crazy grandsons -- perfect for their BOY-cave! :-)

 

Unique Decor - A Bat Pillow

 

Metallic Bat-Shaped Pillow on Etsy

For a comfy soft spot for your head, or simply to decorate a sofa or chair for Halloween, you can't beat this handmade Bat-Shaped Pillow. This pillow is just one of a number of "Bat" pillows in a variety of colors and fabrics created by Theda of New York. She has a darling collection of bat pillows and other items in her Etsy Shop she calls Deflated Mouse.

Made with black synthetic satin with bright red metallic bats flying hither and yon. It's like a mad house!  Bat pillow measures approximately 18" x 8".

Black Cats (and the occasional Bat)... Wish you a Happy Halloween!

 

My children at ages 3 and 6 wearing their 'Mama-Made' Black Cat Halloween costumes

 

AUGUST 17 

is 

"Black Cat Appreciation Day" 

 

© 2012 Wednesday-Elf




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Crafty Crocheted Toy Cats

 Colorful Toy Kittens and a Plush Mouse

 Colorful Toy Kittens and a Plush Mouse

Toy cats in crochet can be any color you choose.  It's part of the magic of handmade stuffed animals.  As cat owners know, felines come in many colors and color-combinations.  But the only place you'll find kittens and cats in pink and blue is in a handmade plush animal, such as these found in my Etsy Shop.  

Pink Plush Kitty Cat

 A Plush Pink Cat

The minute I saw this pink yarn, I thought of the movie and song “Pink Panther', a long-time favorite of mine. The movie cat, Pink Panther, is long and skinny, but my little roly-poly pink kitten is just as charming. Hand-crocheted in acrylic yarn and filled with a soft polyester fiberfill, she measures a nice, round 4.5 inches by 4 inches. Her tail is another 3 inches.  Pink kitty cat has blue eyes and a black nose and whiskers, which are embroidered in yarn and embroidery thread.  She's a sweet pink cat purr-fect for girls of any age, from babyhood to college age.  Pink is lovely, but what about little boys?

Toy Teal Tomcat

Crocheted Teal Tomcat Plush Toy

Teal is a delightful shade of blue that appeals to little boys.  Boys like cats too, so Teal Tomcat was created in crochet just for them.  The pattern style is the same as the pink cat, but this Teal cat has 4 white paws to contrast his teal body.  He could also be a Turquoise Tomcat, which is another word for this shade of blue. Teal Tomcat measures 4 x 4 inches overall, with soft stuffing and embroidered features, making him safe and secure for any age child. 

Handmade Kitty Cat Coasters

Cute Cat Coasters

Handmade Creative Cat Coasters

If you don't have a need for a crocheted cat, but love cats in general, here's the perfect household accessory.  A set of cat coasters to hold your coffee or tea cup or beverage of your choice. Or they can be 'Playtime Coasters' for children to use at a 'tea party' with their plush cat.

These cat coasters are handmade using plastic canvas and acrylic yarn.  The set includes 4 coasters, each one done in a different color, which fit into a holder for storage.

The coaster holder is a cat box in blue with K I T T Y spelled out in light blue letters on the front and a gold fish, a pink ball of yarn and a gray mouse decorating the other three sides of the box.

A Mouse in the House?

Mindy the Handmade Mouse

We all know that cats like mice, so I'd be remiss if I didn't show off a cute hand-crocheted Mouse.

Come meet Mindy, the Amigurumi stuffed animal Mouse who is also a member of my Roly-Poly Plush Pets Stuffed Toy Animal line. Mindy is delighted to be here, but stays away from the 'cats' also living in my Etsy shop.

Mindy the Mouse is made with a light gray and pink acrylic yarn and filled with soft polyfil stuffing.  Her eyes, nose and whiskers are embroidered in yarn, so she's a completely safe toy even for babies and toddlers, with no removable parts.  She measures 6 x 5 inches -- a nice roly-poly roundness that is just the right size for little hands to hold.  Babies love to grasp the ears and feet and use them for teething! A toy mouse is the very best kind of mouse to have in the house!

Come visit this collection of handmade cats, kittens and a friendly plush mouse

These crocheted cats, kitten coasters, and plush toy mouse are all available in my Etsy Shop, Coastal Crochet Crafts.






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