A block party of bears by Debora Hoffmann

Oolong

Polly, put the kettle on; we'll all have tea! You know, Oolong is usually the first in line when the kettle's fired up. There's just something about that brew that appeals to this little Crew member.

Oolong is made of two types of Schulte mohair and has ultrasuede pawpads. His face and paws have been needle-sculpted to bring out his sweet kitty character, and his eyes were hand painted to get that pretty teal color. Now, Oolong may not be quite as playful as the real McCoy, but I wouldn't let him out of your sight at teatime!

Oolong and Earl Grey

Inspired by her love of good black tea, Debora created Oolong and Earl Grey. Oolong is made to resemble a champagne mink Tonkinese (or a Siamese), and Earl Grey? Well, he's just a sweet gray-and-white kitty. Ooo. Can you smell the oil of bergamot? That's what lends its aroma and taste to Earl Grey tea, which is what Earl Grey the kitty is named for.

Marmalade in the Garden on New Avenue

And here is Marmalade, the first cat Debora made back in about 2000. He is named for that orangy teatime treat spread on toast: marmalade. All three cats are about 12 inches tall, though they don't hold still long enough to be measured accurately. You know how kitties can be!