Black Cat Mantel

I had mixed feelings about sharing my Halloween decorations with blogland.  I only know of a couple of people who really go all out for Halloween and I wasn't sure how many other people like me were out there--people that love Halloween's colors, fun and use of imagination.  Well, once we were almost done with September and the first few days of October were counted off and the postings began, I knew I was in good company.  Very good and very creative company.  You bloggers are so inspiring!  I'm going to share some of my decorations with you guys.  I hope you enjoy Halloween at my house.

Here is my Halloween mantel that I really enjoy.  I got these two black cats from a lady in California several years ago.  She was an artist that had some of her work on line (long before Etsy) and I was able to get these two originals that I'm glad to show you today. 

Here is the girl cat.  I don't really have a name for her.

  I guess I could give her one, though. 

She holds a pumpkin with a sour face in her arms.

  Under her skirt are the cutest little black legs and paws.

She has a sweet face with sharp teeth and green eyes.

Now, this guy on the other hand, does have a name.

His name is "Bad Cat."

He does look kinda naughty.

I love to use these candle sticks that were manufactured by Bethany Lowe. 

She is a self-taught folk artist and she also has a group

of artists that create for her that are so talented.

I like to use my skeleton candles in the candle holders. 

They came from Target several years ago.

Another black cat...a small treat bucket from Bethany Lowe.

I hope you enjoyed the mantel in our family room.

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