It's one of my favorite holidays! We go all out for Halloween every year. Well, I say that now, but honestly, I don't know if I will keep up this tradition once our daughter goes to college. So this year may be my last! For sure it will be the last year for our annual party, because I'm sure that she won't be missing all of those fun college parties to come back and hang out with Mom and Dad :)
The kitty collection is always my favorite display. Although I would love to say they are vintage and authentic, they just have a vintage look to them. They have been all over the house, and this year they're displayed on the shelves in the kitchen.
So yesterday, I'm taking down the summer display, and unpacking kitties, and think to myself, maybe I'll just run to the thrift to see if there's anything I can fill in with.
And what do I find? KITTY CAT PLATES!! Really!
These pretty orange plates were there too. Brand new, with the Ikea tags still on them.
It scares me to think that I might start a new collection, but I couldn't pass up the little owls. I did resist a mercury glass owl at Hobby Lobby the other day, but I bet it will be on sale next week. Can you hear my resistance wearing down?
Another great find was this pretty scrolly tray. $2!!
And it never hurts to have beautiful sunflowers that your sweetie brings when he goes to the grocery store!
This is only half of the kitty collection. Next week I will work on the dining room, and some kitties may land in there, too. And when I get to the living room, I'll show you the amazing orange silk pillows that I found!
Thank you for coming by! I'm joining these fun parties today:
Debra's Vintage Inspiration Friday at Common Ground
At the Picket Fence's Inspiration Friday
Feathered Nest Friday at French Country Cottage
Home Sweet Home at The Charm of Home
Cindy's Show and Tell Friday at My Romantic Home
Nita's Mod Mix Monday at Mod Vintage Life
Marty's 85th Tabletop Tuesday at A Stroll thru Life
Kim's Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style
Carries' Amaze Me Monday at Dittle Dattle
P.S. . . . Our beloved Vanessa has announced her annual Halloween Party! Do come and join us, won't you? It's the most fun evah!! Sign up HERE, and join in on the 22nd!
Oh my goodness! I LOVE the cats, such an adorable fun Halloween display. I can't believe you found those plates at the Thrift store, ours never has amazing things like that! Great display! Thanks for linking it up to Inspiration Friday!
Heather
Posted by: Heather | October 06, 2011 at 05:39 PM
OMG I LOVE IT!! LOVE IT ALL! Martina
Posted by: Martina | October 06, 2011 at 06:29 PM
Love the kittie collection - they are so perfect for Halloween! I don't do scary, but could sure get into the cats! Sally
Posted by: salmagundi | October 06, 2011 at 07:14 PM
LOL I absolutely love all the black kitties!!! Too cute!
Posted by: Ricki Jill Treleaven | October 07, 2011 at 07:18 AM
What darling Halloween decor! Just perfect! I still need to work on mine!
Hugs,
Maryjane
Posted by: Maryjane~The Beehive Cottage | October 07, 2011 at 10:37 PM
Of course you know I love all of your Halloween kitty cats! My staff is very impressed, too! Hope you are having a great weekend!...hugs...Debbie
Posted by: Confessions of a Plate Addict | October 08, 2011 at 08:25 AM
This is adorable, love any and all black kitties for Halloween, great display, thanks for linking up to the party! xo
Posted by: Debra@CommonGround | October 09, 2011 at 11:36 PM
andrea! i love the black and white lamp..and all your sweet kitties!!
blessings,
rebecca
Posted by: rebecca humes | October 10, 2011 at 05:21 PM
I love your Halloween display! I love the vintage look of the kitties. You've done an oustanding job!
Posted by: Gina | October 10, 2011 at 06:20 PM
What cute whimsical decor you have! i just saw your post on Table Top Tuesday. Love your blog! I am your newest follower. I hope you will follow back! Blessings to you!
Posted by: Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR | October 10, 2011 at 07:44 PM
Many thanks for dropping by my place...I was so excited about my visit here...Very neat place! Adorable kitty plates and the rest of your goodies are just as cute...
I'm also thrilled to see that you are a fan of Canton, Texas!! I love First Monday...
BTW...I am your newest follower..
Blessings,
Shug
Posted by: Shug | October 10, 2011 at 08:27 PM
How adorable! I love your little vignette. The owl mug is too cute.
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Posted by: CMarie | October 10, 2011 at 10:49 PM
Hi Andrea...
My friend, I was just tickled pink when I seen that you had been by for a visit! It has been way too long! Thanks so much for the sweet, sweet note too...you just made my day, dear lady!
Ohhh my...your home is looking sooo pretty all dressed up for halloween! Girl, you have an awesome halloween kitty collection! What fun! I know I sure had fun looking at them! Wow...how awesome is that...that you found those sweet kitty plates at the thrift store! Hmmm...I think it was meant to be, my friend! I also love the pretty orange ikea plates as well! That entire black and orange "halloween Kitty" vignette is soooo beautiful! I love it!!! Thank you for sharing your pretties with us!
Warmest autumn wishes,
Chari
Posted by: Chari | October 11, 2011 at 02:37 AM
Cute decor!!! I just love the whimsy look!
Posted by: jennifer | October 11, 2011 at 09:52 PM
HI Andrea, I love this. I love the vintage look whether it really is vintage or not. I love the black and orange and all your goodies you have displayed so beautifully. YOu know my kids are all gone to college and I find that I still decorate for Halloween just because I get such a kick out of it! Hahaha...I know it doesn't make sense or maybe it does...if you enjoy it and it makes you happy keep doing it!
Yay for blogging too...it keeps our creative juices flowing!
Love your home and your posts are wonderful.
Blessings,
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie | October 11, 2011 at 10:26 PM
How fun your decorations are! Love the smiling cats!
Thank you for linking up with Home Sweet Home!
Sherry
Posted by: Sherry | October 12, 2011 at 09:40 AM
How sweet are these kitties. I love the plates.... .They are adorable.
You have created a wonderful whimsical display for Halloween.
Posted by: Linda | October 12, 2011 at 01:08 PM
Your vintage Halloween vignette is darling. I'll bet everyone smiles when they see it. I did! So cute.
Posted by: Babs | October 12, 2011 at 06:15 PM
This is so pretty! Hope to see you at My Dream Canvas.
Posted by: Anu@MyDreamCanvas | October 12, 2011 at 06:29 PM
Andrea,
I am totally in love with this post! I love red and black together and your vignettes are spectacular!!
Such inspiration here...
Hugs,
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie | October 17, 2011 at 08:25 AM
I featured this today at Mod Mix Monday! I love your Halloween cat collection.
Posted by: Nita@ModVintageLife | October 17, 2011 at 08:10 PM
Very festive! Love that plate stand you have!
Posted by: patti @ pandora's box | October 23, 2011 at 08:30 PM
OMG, I love your cat collection! The PLATES are fabulous! Love the checked dishes too on the tiered piece. Have a great Halloween!!! XO, Pinky
Posted by: Pinky | October 23, 2011 at 09:52 PM
Kitty cat plates? oh, my. I want to go to your thrift store.
Posted by: Patricia | October 24, 2011 at 06:11 PM
Love all the cute, sassy cats!
Posted by: Suzanne | October 24, 2011 at 10:27 PM