Fun WHIMSICAL CATS you’ll absolutely ❤️ ~

[@marisolnoriega5947]

I’m happy to say I made my first cat and bird I couldnt send you a pic. But they turn ok 😂

[@annekenlon]

How wonderful! You made my day by sharing this news - thank you!

[@DeborahTanton]

These done on the corner of an envelope would be awesome book marks for kids!!! How cute!!!!

[@annekenlon]

Deborah, it's so funny you mentioned this, because my Barney and I ended up making some for that very purpose, too! Thank you so much for watching, I appreciate you.

[@Patricia.R.]

I have a an old stack of index cards from my ICAD days when my little grandkids would "paint' along side me. I'm down to the weird muddy painted card smudges now. These whimsical cats would be the perfect use for those cards. Use the cards, honor the grandkids artistic abilities... I love this idea!

[@annekenlon]

Oh, Patricia, I love this idea so much - what a great way to include their dear little paintings and turn them into a journal treasure! And recycling those old cards at the same time - so glad you saved them! Thanks for telling me about this!

[@mrscomarte3248]

I love your grandson´s cats! Congratulations to him!🩷

[@annekenlon]

Awww, thank you, Mrs C. He will be pleased to know that Grandma's friends admired his work!

[@maudieicrochet9491]

Love them kitties.❤ The glasses add personality.

[@annekenlon]

Thank you so much, Maudie!

[@GladysWard-j2d]

Ooh, a clowder! 😻😻😻 So cute! This is a keeper for sure, Anne. I will be giving this a go. TFS! Luv, Gladys Ward

[@annekenlon]

A CLOWDER, that's IT! Gladys, you have no idea, I was trying so hard to think of that word while I was filming, and I couldn't come up with it. I was thinking "clutter," which I guess is also acceptable, but I wasn't sure and didn't want to get it wrong...and "clowder" is by far the cooler option. Was right on the tip of my tongue, but not quite there. In any case, please have fun with your own dear clowder of cats, and thanks for watching!

[@joanneroot8990]

Really,really cute! Definitely will try my hand at this! Who doesn’t love a Tabby? I have two. Cooper and Finn🐾🐾

[@annekenlon]

You'll have such fun with these, Joanne! Cooper and Finn will be happy to model various expressions for your inspiration, I'm sure! Thanks for watching, I appreciate you!

[@PatriciaFrancis-ck9xo]

So cute! Your grandson's creations are very well done. Please tell him I enjoyed his work. You might gave a budding artist there.❤❤❤

[@annekenlon]

I will tell him! He’s actually more likely to go the engineering route as he’s a math whiz, but he likes crafting with Grandma, too. We’re so lucky we get to spend so much time with him. Thanks so much for watching!

[@lyndarandall211]

Thank you Anne. Had a hard day today and I was going to save this video to watch another day, but I had to see what you were doing. This video put a smile back on my face. Love it. I'll go back and watch the fox and bird ones. Blessings 🤗🌹

[@annekenlon]

Oh, Lynda. I am so touched that you shared this. Thank you. I'm so grateful these little creatures brought you a ray of sunshine when you needed it. Here's to better days ahead. 🩷

[@daynastoddard5491]

Another one for my whimsy journal. I can’t wait to see what you come up with next. Keep the whimsical vibes coming. Thanks Anne.

[@annekenlon]

You're so kind, Dayna, thank you! I'll do my best to keep them coming!

[@Ann-eh7ii]

I am enjoying your whimsical ephemera. ❤❤❤

[@annekenlon]

I'm so glad! Thanks for letting me know, Ann!

[@mrscomarte3248]

Hi Anne! I LOVE this whimsical journey!!! When I read in title of your video the word WHIMSICAL, my heart beat happily.This family is so cute and charming! Thanks for introducing them! LOL! 🐈🐈🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛😸😸🩷🩷🌹🌹

[@annekenlon]

Oh, dear Mrs. C, thank you so much! This whole whimsical thing is really turning out to be fun. I so appreciate you!

[@beatricecolpin8234]

Hello Anne one more time it was a real pleasure to watch your video and I did a lot of whimsical cats during it !!! thank you for sharing and congrats to your grandson !!!! their cats are pretty, I love those with the bubbles

[@annekenlon]

I'm so glad you enjoyed this, Beatrice. Yes, crafting with my little fellow is always great fun for us both. Thank you for watching!

[@beatricecolpin8234]

@@annekenlon 😘

[@TrixieLynn1]

Oh Anne... Please please please give a dog a try! Love your whimsy!!!

[@jennr7500]

Yes! Please do!!! And, was Mr Fox the same Mr Fox but on a different background? Mr Fox doesn’t use punctuation. It’s totally unnecessary and keeps him sly to all who question and wonder about him. ❤️❤️. @annekenlon hope you see this comment too. I bet ha triangles for the body and head could make many of the tall, slender dogs. Upright for body and down facing on top for the head - also the ears could be triangles up or down (folded) … you can do it!!! Will be great to see your imagination into an image you think you can’t do!! ❤️❣️

[@annekenlon]

Trixie - thank you so much! I'm afraid I couldn't do the noble dog justice, but I'll remain open to the possibility if an idea presents itself! Thanks for watching!

[@triciakaplan5201]

You are so much fun, Anne! I feel like I am hanging out with a friend who makes me laugh when I watch your videos!😁❤️

[@annekenlon]

Thank you, Tricia! Let’s keep laughing and hanging out together!❤️

[@benitascraftylife]

It's called "Cattitude", Anne! LOL!

[@jennr7500]

Yeah. I was going to say that as well! 😂

[@annekenlon]

And so it is, Benita! We can all learn a delightful thing or two about cattitude from our feline friends! Thanks for watching!

[@jennr7500]

@annekenlon my added comment disappeared. Yes please attempt making dogs. Triangles for body, head, ears - tall slender dogs like Dalmatians or afghan hounds (though furry and not slick) rounded triangles for the plump variety. ?? Please!!!❤❤❤❤

[@JulieTorrens]

These kitties are so cute! I think the different papers and patterns make them extra special 🐈 The bow tie is a sweet addition. Thank you so much for such a fun and inspirational video. Thank you for sharing your grandson's cats too. ❤❤❤ I see some cats in my future. 😊

[@annekenlon]

Thanks so much, Julie! Talk to you soon! ❤️

[@nancykelly5155]

I am so glad I found your site and the whimsical cards , I will send my friend your cats she loves her cats !!! Thank you for sharing your creations with us !!

[@annekenlon]

Nancy, I'm so happy you're here, too! Thanks for watching! Those cats really are all kinds of fun - so glad you enjoyed them.

[@suzyallen1726]

Barney youvare so talented😮. I love these whimsical treasures😊❤can't wait for more

[@annekenlon]

Thanks so much, Suzy. He doesn't always want to craft with me, but he was really intrigued by these and how he could transform a simple heart shape. Needless to say, we had a bit of fun! (He also enjoys sewing now that his legs are long enough to press on the floor pedal!) We do adore him and are lucky to live so close.

[@Fit_Kitty]

I love them, Anne. I am not a doodler but I have been doodling whimsical cats since childhood. Now you've provided some new inspiration with the heart shape. Looks like a "must try" to me, and I like the variety of colors on book pages. Happy Friday and have a great weekend!

[@annekenlon]

Thank you so much! I know you'll have fun with them, too!

[@jennr7500]

One of the phrases I really liked and think you could surely caption your wonderful stacked cats … “There’s no wrong way to be a cat”!!! (Or is that a phrase heard/seen elsewhere?) The gel print looks fabulous for a cat! I can just see that cat irritated by his fur coat not being appreciated. The cats your grandson did are precious in a number of ways. Glad you were able to put them in the journal!! ❤❤

[@annekenlon]

Thanks, Jenn!

[@jennr7500]

@@annekenlon ❤️

[@FTHEANTICHRIST]

So so good Anne...always amazing me! ❤❤❤B

[@annekenlon]

Thanks so much, Brian! I so appreciate you!

[@eloisenunez8512]

Te adoro Gatito 🐈 ❤

[@annekenlon]

¡Muchas gracias! ¡El pequeño gatito estaba muy feliz de ser parte de la diversión de hoy! ¡Gracias por ver!

[@tma4444]

Love the whimsical movement!! 🐈

[@annekenlon]

Thank you so much!!

[@sybilmccullers6291]

These cats are so adorable. I am a card maker instead of a journal maker, but I get lots of ideas from people who make journals. Your animals are great for cards as well as journals. Thanks for sharing!

[@annekenlon]

Thanks, Sybil! I'm also a cardmaker, and I'm always excited when I can find ways to use a technique from one craft to apply in another. I really appreciate your being here, thank you!

[@ninniank9650]

Anne, thank you so much, I appreciate you for sharing your gift of creation and teaching. I really think I can do this! 🌻❤️

[@annekenlon]

You absolutely can! Have fun, and prepare to fall in love with your own dear little cats! Thanks for watching!

[@jeanasoy1863]

How cute' ❤

[@annekenlon]

Thanks, Jeana! We're a big cat family so we've all been enjoying this one!

[@MarisolNoriega-yz1zb]

Wonderfully cute love it. So simple thank you for teaching this lovely technique.

[@annekenlon]

Marisol, you're so kind, thank you so much. I do enjoy these simple projects and I'm glad you did as well!

[@annelawver2703]

Fabulous! Please let your grandson know that he has inspired me to try!😊

[@annekenlon]

Thank you so much, Anne, I will. He was very interested to watch this video with me this week when he was over. He's not a real extrovert and gets a little shy with lots of praise, so he blushed when I was talking about him on the video. But he was privately delighted, I know. He had my notebook on the desk with him, and was thrilled that he was looking at the video making the pocket while the real-life version was right there with him. Anyway, thank you VERY much for your kind words! Have fun making your funny little cats!

[@jeanweymouth8625]

Making your cats in spite of my paralized arm and hand. Had trouble with the heart shape but worked it out; I now can also make your two birds, not sure about the fox. Love your videos.

[@annekenlon]

Oh, Jean, it makes me so happy to know these cats are bringing you joy, even with your challenges. Yes, the torn paper in the fox might not be the best, but I'm so grateful the other whimsical creatures are fun for you! Thank you so much for watching!

[@Joeely618]

Fur lines for the feline!! Great stuff, Anne!!!!!

[@annekenlon]

Watch out, my dear brother...you might find that..."the cat came back...the very next day...!!!!" 🎶

[@MargeneDean]

Love the cats, Anne. There seems to be no end to your incredible creativity! Keep those whimsical ideas coming our way, my dear sister. ❤

[@annekenlon]

Thank you so much, my beautiful sister!

[@mervisavolainen]

Oh Anne I love these. Thank you❣ They look so cute spread all over your table. 😻 I’m going to try to make these. I’ve liked all your whimsical animals. Greetings from Finland

[@annekenlon]

Oh, I'm so delighted you will try some dear little cats of your own! I'm excited you're tuning in from Finland, you flatter me - thanks for watching!

[@donnaward6158]

These are ADORABLE! How about a whimsical bunny? ❤

[@annekenlon]

Ooooooo! Now there's a thought! Thank you, Donna!

[@juliehulver461]

Love these! Hope you keep going with the whimsical animals!

[@annekenlon]

Thank you, Julie! We'll keep them going as long as the ideas keep coming! I appreciate your watching.

[@SharonMiitchell]

Anne you are a hoot i just love your cats😊

[@annekenlon]

Thank you so much! I hope you try making some soon - as you could see, they really couldn't be easier!

[@JanalynnM]

So very cute. I love all your cats.

[@annekenlon]

Thank you, Jana Lynn! I'm rather attached to them myself. Thanks for watching!

[@createwithpamela]

So adorable! I love your cats, & I think the ginger one is flirting! I have two of my own, & now I must make a whimsical journal with you, with the additional of many cats! I have a dog as well ... must see if I can make a whimsical one. Your gandson did a fine job with his cats! Thanks for sharing. Hugs from Ireland.

[@annekenlon]

Thank you, Pam! It's such fun to hear from you in Ireland. I just subscribed to your channel as well. Thanks for watching! If you make a whimsical dog, I would love to share it with other folks!

[@createwithpamela]

@@annekenlon You're very sweet! Thanks for subscribing to m struggling channel! I will let you know ... if I can make a whimsical dog! 😁

[@elizabethglover5878]

Love these little guys!

[@annekenlon]

Thank you so much, Elizabeth! It's impossible not to have fun with these little cats - glad you thought so, too!

[@YvonneCook-gv5pq]

So cute! Just adorable! 😊❤

[@annekenlon]

You are so kind, Yvonne, thank you! Have fun making some!

[@ruthskiff2899]

Anne these are adorable. Can’t wait to make a whimsical journal.

[@annekenlon]

Thank you so much, Ruth!

[@christinep7198]

I really have enjoyed these videos with cute little creatures! I'm going to give them all a try! Love your work 😊

[@annekenlon]

So kind of you, thank you, Christine! Have great fun!

[@jennr7500]

Around 28:28 if you study the layout of your cats - while you’re gluing the family into the pocket. One could surely animate the moment! The cat between the stacked cat troupe and the family looks a little insecure at the moment as “why am I all alone here?” (Lost in the crowd? Or wondering if he’s adopted?). The cat with the spectacles seems rather analytical about the whole scene and wonders what word he could use to describe this awkward situation. But the pink cat above? She’s quite content far above everyone in her catnap dreams. I know, I’m just going on and on. I had seen the video was posted around 2:30 am. I so wanted to watch it. But I had been awake all the time before and knew one of two things would happen. I’d fall asleep - which would have been the better option because I didn’t get to sleep until after 5 am. Or I’d lay awake thinking about the video. Is that a lose lose situation or what! I’m still waiting to hear whatever it was you said which I want to mention. Meanwhile on pause YT has apparently gone to screen saver modes and I looked up to see on my too large tv the thumbnail of the cat family making faces at me. The mother is shocked that she sees into my living room. She’s blushing! Oooh!!! The little guy is tickled pink (ha ha) bc he fooled his mother. And papa cat is just not amused with any of this. Get me out of here!!! So I think I recall at least somewhat the word/phrase you used which caught my attention. We wear out the word “love”. Koine Greek has several words each depicting the type of love - family, fellowship, etc. I don’t know if they have one for our overuse of the word. However I believe what you said is you “really appreciate(d)” something which people would most often say love(d) instead. I like the use of that. I might glance through the transcript if there is one just to verify. And yes, getting caught in the story of a torn piece of book page happens through the screen while watching a creative journal vid!! ❤😂 I wonder how many textos (auto messes) are in my comments. I have proofed my comments 😂😂😂 ❤❤❤

[@annekenlon]

Thanks, Jenn!

[@jennr7500]

@@annekenlon ❤️

[@jennr7500]

@@annekenlon uh oh. Have I said too much? If so, my apologies. You get me to really thinking - and watching so I can do these things. You do very well with the vids, instructions and discussions. I feel like I’d reply to you back and forth if we were talking in real time. Also, I saw the whimsy journal and the page you first put the kitty pile against. It was beautiful on that page for sure. And that page was so tidy and cool. Sewing. Straight. On paper. Wow! I have never paid attention to thread tension and didn’t give any learning room to it. Shows when I sew! I’m looking forward to doing some whimsy stuff and journal. I’m actually working on the accordion hinge journal I started and left in 2022. I just put my little novelty bird - the first ones you showed us I think, in that journal. I had fancied up the paper it was in so it went well with some items of birds and a picture of a watercolor of my maternal grandmother feeding chickens many years ago. A 98 yo man did that watercolor and others. He boarded with my grandmother in the mid 1900’s.

[@annekenlon]

@@jennr7500 I truly appreciate your interest and enthusiasm, I really do, but when the frequency and length of comments gets overwhelming - and bleeds over into comments on other people's comments -- one voice can take over the section, and this is really not a place for in-depth conversations or correspondence, anyway. So yes, reining it in is something I'd really appreciate.

[@jennr7500]

@@annekenlon will do. Thank you. ❣

[@saramills468]

Love them, can you please do some angels.

[@annekenlon]

Thanks, Sara! Not certain how I'd use angels in a design but I can sure think about it. If you're following my holiday series (video drops every Saturday) I might do something there.

[@Suesjournaladventures]

Aww love these Anne, they are so cute!!! Being a crazy cat lady I’ve just got to try these! Great demo hun🌺🌸😘

[@annekenlon]

Sue, you always warm my heart. Thank you so much - have a blast with your funny li'l beasties!

[@beckyslife6307]

Oh I just love these!! Thank you so much!! I really like whimsical animals❤

[@annekenlon]

Thank you, Becky! I appreciate your watching!

[@beckylake5241]

Very cute! I’m definitely going to make some for my whimsical journal. Already made the circle birds and they were so fun!

[@annekenlon]

So glad I can part of your plans, Becky - thanks for telling me!

[@teresaserrao9089]

love your cats! thank you 😀

[@annekenlon]

Thank you too! I really appreciate your watching!

[@KathrynOsmann]

I'm loving all your animals!

[@annekenlon]

Thank you so much! They seem to be popping up out of nowhere, but I'm enjoying them, too!

[@nicoleschmitt2579]

Cool cats, thank you.

[@annekenlon]

Thanks, Nicole! This is one of my favorites - probably because my little grandson liked it so much, too!

[@doreenharrison1622]

Anne, these are so cute, can you make a CAT POLE & attatch them to it, maybe another idea, love your work

[@annekenlon]

Great idea! A scratching post! Thanks so much for watching.

[@conniebartch9656]

Too cute!!

[@annekenlon]

Thanks so much, Connie!

[@christinelazarides8916]

Love love the cats! We have an office cat that lives there. These whimsical cats are an adorable project I have to make!

[@annekenlon]

The message so nice, it came through twice! ❤️

[@christinelazarides8916]

Love love the cats! We have an office cat that lives there. I have to make these whimsical cats, TFS.!

[@annekenlon]

An office cat - I can't tell you how much I love that whole notion! I know you'll have fun making yours - give 'em plenty of attitude! And thanks for watching!

[@jenniehowitt2571]

Such a cute idea!! I’ll definitely try this in the morning.

[@annekenlon]

So glad this can be part of your weekend crafting plans, Jennie! Thank you for watching!

[@reneeallen1118]

You are awesome!

[@annekenlon]

Renee, you're so kind, thank you so much for watching!

[@rhondaclofer6038]

Very good. I like it

[@annekenlon]

Thank you! I really had fun with these!

[@bette-annflood835]

So adorable kitties. Love your grandsons too. They are so cute!!😊

[@annekenlon]

Thank you! 😊 You're so kind - I appreciate your watching!

[@thrifternothoarder7188]

New to your channel. How fun this video was.

[@annekenlon]

Oh, my, welcome! I'm so happy you're here! We're having a lot of fun, that's for sure. Thank you for joining me, I appreciate it!

[@LoreleiBell-n6m]

Love this idea, have been working on them along with you. Last year I invented a few of my own kitties, not knowing what to do with them, but I may put them into a junk journal sort of format. Thank you!

[@annekenlon]

Nothing makes me happier than reading that you were crafting right along with me! Have fun, and thanks so much!

[@theolachapman6126]

This is a very fun project they are adorable I really have to try we have many cat lovers here I live on a farm thank you Anne so much for fun THEOLA

[@annekenlon]

Theola, my dad also had a farm (in Nebraska) and so many of my childhood memories are based there. And yes, there were plenty of hard-working cats around, too! These are so easy, with the heart shape - have fun!

[@gayleumbach1478]

Thanks for sharing this. I am allergic to cats so this will be perfect for me 😂

[@annekenlon]

All of the smiles with none of the sneezes! Have fun with these, Gayle, and thank you for watching!

[@znico788]

I made one and I do like them but better with the tail cut out. 😁 And as to your glue book, I did the same thing and had to go to the library and see if they had the book, I read a few pages and had to see how to all ended. (mystery 🤨)

[@annekenlon]

I agree, I am leaning toward the tail-cut-out school of thought as well, especially for the larger sizes. Actually my Barney was the one who suggested it to me! And I'm cracking up at you retracing your steps with the library books. I can't believe how invested I got in this silly novel I was using. It's truly awful but what in the world happened to Simon and Ann-Marie?!! Something cataclysmic happened on page 251 but 251 and 252 are missing!!! Thanks for watching!

[@znico788]

@@annekenlon Smart kid, he's a keeper.😇 The name of the book was "The Maze", darn good book, more of a procedural book on a new FBI agent (which I am not fond of)😏

[@trudy3637]

How adorable! I love cats and whimsical art.

[@annekenlon]

Thanks, Trudy! Cats do lend themselves to the whimsy, don't they? I appreciate your watching!

[@MelanyThurlow]

I just love these! Can you tell me what you used for the black outlining? Just like a sharpie? Ty

[@annekenlon]

Yes, a felt-tip pen. I've also used gel pens with 1.0 and 0.7 line widths. Thanks so much for asking!

[@tealrustsage24]

Hi Anne! Love all of these whimsical animals! What kind of glue do you use? I think I hear art glitter glue? Does it have glitter in it or is this a brand name? I love how it seems to be such a thin amount but flows quickly. Did you make the stopper with the beads or does it come with it?

[@annekenlon]

Thanks so much for watching! The name of that terrific glue is one of the most confusing in all the craft world! The company that makes it is called Art Glitter, so everyone using the glue refers to it as "Art Glitter Glue" even though there is absolutely no glitter in it. It's a plain white glue and is perfect for crafting because it's strong and dries quickly. It's available on Amazon but I also enjoy supporting smaller craft retailers, so I get mine from MayMay Made It (she's based in Alabama and a well-known KZbin crafter.) I recommend getting the larger bottles and then you can refill your small ones. I also recommend the small metal nozzle that is sold separately. It helps with precision application and also creating the small line of glue, which is really all it needs. I get the bead stoppers on Etsy - lots of them available there - just search for "glue bottle stopper" and you'll see lots, and they are inexpensive. Hope this helps. Thanks for your interest!

[@tealrustsage24]

@@annekenlon Oh thank you so much for clearing this up! Yes, I was confused a bit. I am definitely going to add this to my toolbox! Enjoy your day!

[@ChannelingSpiritAus]

Hi Anne, these are delightful. I just wanted to know is there a copyright on the design if you want to sell them? Thanks for your help.

[@annekenlon]

Hi, and thanks for a great question! I found this design in an uncredited photo on Pinterest, and it was for ceramic jewelry. I always check as thoroughly as I can to see if there is an artist or image owner I should credit, but I couldn't find any. I certainly haven't copyrighted it - so far as I can determine, it's in the public domain. I could never be 100% sure of that, though. That probably doesn't help much, but that's my take on it. Thanks for watching!

[@jennr7500]

Oh the cat’s meow!! And just because I wanted to be certain about the phrase before it’s “printed”. Here’s what Wikipedia says: “”The cat's meow," an expression referring to something that is considered outstanding; coined by American cartoonist Thomas A. Dorgan (1877-1929) The Cat's Meow (1924 film), a 1924 lost silent short film starring Harry Langdon.” Trivia. The cat’s meow. This man I worked for told me the word trivia developed (I believe in Rome) where three (tri) roads (paths/via) intersected and people began posting various tidbits of information/messages for other travelers. Trivia. He had a very thick book on trivia. Don’t know what the book was called. Trivia. So, about the cats!! A-door-able! (Tricked ‘auto mess me up’ with “door”!) Touché! Oh dear this comment just gets longer and longer. Enjoy? That paper you assembled the troupe upon is really pretty. And that last somewhat green cat (bottom left) strangely enough somehow the color appears within the stripes but if you study the stripes, that color isn’t actually there. A word for that beyond illusion? Dunno. But there is one for artistry I’m certain!! You said something I really liked … I’m having to rewatch to catch it as my head is full of other thoughts at the moment! Ya think? Meanwhile you surprised me when you demonstrated the “good” hearts have right angles! No WONder my freehand hearts are pointy (skinny tips)… but so are the other ones, pointy. Now I know why my freehand hearts never get “fat”. Will I be able to conquer that I wonder? What was missing on the cat? I thought, legs. No (well yes too) but whiskers! How could I miss that! 🙄 I didn’t know (remember?) orange cats are called marmalade. Of course. It actually works better in my opinion than ginger due to the variety of orange coloration. Your freehand finishes of the cat features are quite nice and precise so they turn out purrfectly sweet. There are two phrases I’m waiting to hear again. Hopefully the first one (mentioned above) isn’t missed because I’ve been typing this out. And I want that first phrase to finish this off!!! I will post this and be back to complete my observations. 😮😊 ❤❤❤ Meanwhile, for your grandson What does a 500 pound canary say to a cat? Lower your voice very deep and say “Here kitty kitty!” 😂😂❤

[@annekenlon]

Thanks, Jenn!