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Earline: Earline wanted to explore the world on the cheap. So, now she's a globe-trotting cat-sitter. Being a creature, she is mostly naked. So instead of clothing, her suitcase is full of candy (for herself) and treats (for the cats). Cat treats are essential upon introductions because, based on Earline's small stature (the size of a large potato at best) many of the cats consider batting her around and/or eating her. But with a few treats and her own special purr, Earline wins the cats over very quickly. In fact, many allow her to ride on their backs as she yells Yee-Haw! Cats find this very amusing. When not tending to the cats of the world, she explores art galleries and museums, tries the local cuisine, and attempts to learn key phrases in her host country's language. The only challenges to the job are saying goodbye to the beloved cats once her time is finished and missing her brother Earl, the shy artist, back home. She sends him postcards highlighting her adventures.
Materials: Sock, recycled button plastic eyes, metal jingle bells, hardware, zipper, dried beans (in legs), and polyfil. Suitcase is included.
Size: Earline is a small creature. In sitting position about 6 inches tall. Arm span of 6 inches.
Shipping: $10 (Note: If you're outside the US, please contact me prior to purchasing so I can adjust for international rates. If you purchase it at this price and you're outside of the US, I'll need to cancel the order as international shipping starts at $34 and usually is closer to $64. Thanks for understanding.)
Shipping Info: I take creatures to the post office on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Once there, your creature will ship USPS Priority Mail, which generally takes 1-3 days. A tracking number will be provided once it's at the post office. (If you order on a Tuesday or Thursday, it might go out the following ship day.)
Please note: Creatures have small parts and should be kept away from small children and pets as they could present a choking hazard. And, while reasonably durable, they are handmade and designed to sit next to your computer or on your nightstand. They’re not for rough-and-tumble play. Please look at the size dimensions of a creature before you order as the photos may make them seem larger than they actually are. Each creature comes with a printed copy of their story. Thanks for looking!
Anne's creatures are silly, weird, and awesome. Each one has a unique personality and just wants to love and be loved.
The superfluous is the most necessary.
Anne Arthur
Portland, Oregon
I've been creating creatures for 20+ years. Doing so is my joyful meditative practice. And I don't 'make' creatures so much as I help their existing spirits come into being. For that reason, each creature is totally unique. My creatures are like people: sometimes anxious, sometimes confused, and full of quirky imperfections that make them completely loveable. You can follow my creatures on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/creaturesnorthwest