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ZIGGY by Elizabeth Ruffing
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Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing

It’s bedtime for Ziggy.

Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing
He’s wearing his yellow pajamas, and he’s supposed to be sound asleep. But his bright little eyes are wide open, and he’s ready for another adventure.

Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing

When Ziggy’s mother comes into the room, she sees only the white tip of his tail and one yellow foot sticking out from under the bed.

Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing
“What are you doing, Ziggy?” she asks, rolling her eyes.
Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing

“I’m taking my car for a ride through the tunnel,” answers Ziggy, in muffled tones.

Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing
When at last Ziggy has curled up in his bed, he is already making plans for the next day.
Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing

“I bet I could take my car for a ride under a waterfall,” he thinks, as he drifts off to sleep.

Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing

Ziggy is an original one-of-a-kind work of art, created from my own design and pattern. He is made from 100% cotton fabric which is sewn, stuffed, and completely hand painted with acrylic paints.  I sculpted Ziggy’s face from paperclay, which I smoothed into his fabric head.  His whiskers are made of painted cotton thread. They were threaded through the paperclay before it dried. No molds were used to create Ziggy.

Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing
Ziggy’s curly white-tipped tail supports him very well, so he can sit all by himself on a shelf or a table, or in a cabinet.  His arms and legs are button-jointed with decorative metal buttons.
Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing
Ziggy’s pastel yellow onesie pajamas are painted on, as are his periwinkle blue collar, cuffs, and buttons. His kitty feet are needle sculpted to give definition to his little kitty toes. He is approximately 5 3/4 inches tall when sitting and about 8 1/4 inches long when stretched out.
Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing
Ziggy’s car is made of wood.  I painted it pistachio green, with a purple interior. It’s about 3 1/2 inches long and about 1 3/4 inches wide.
Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing
Ziggy is signed and dated. Ziggy and his special car are sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation. They are meant for display only.
Ziggy comes with a hang tag, a certificate of authenticity, and a copy of his story.
Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Cat Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing
Many hours of careful attention went into the making Ziggy.  I have been instructed in sculpting by the very talented Max Bailey, my studiomate, who is known for his fine craftsmanship and artistry in creating his amazing and unique animal dolls. I am very thankful to Max for sharing his expertise with me. I hope my dolls will help spread as much good cheer as his do. 
Ziggy Original Tuxedo Kitten Folk Art Doll by Elizabeth Ruffing
Ziggy is available for $300.00, with free Priority Mail, insured, shipping within the United States. Priority Mail International, insured, is available for $20 to Europe and Australia, and for $10 to Canada and Mexico. Please inquire to [email protected]
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