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The Collector and FAQ

April 25, 2011 By Spoonful of Sugar - 12 Comments

My 16 year old son is a collector (not sure where he gets that from!). As a youngster he was always collecting something or other, be it Pokemon cards, Lego sets, MegaBloks Dragons, stamps etc. More recently, his object of interest has been the Lucky or Bekoning Cat.  As he is currently in Year 12, I guess having a room full of good luck charms can’t do him any harm.

To complement his collection, I made him a coaster for his desk. I also added a Japanese coin for extra prosperity.

I haven’t been very good answering comments and emails this year – life can sometimes get in the way. If you have any questions for Sarah and I, this is your chance as we are on holidays this week. Fire away and I will do a FAQ post soon. Also if you have any suggestions for what you would like to see here – let us know.

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  1. shez says

    April 25, 2011 at 3:08 am

    i love the coaster and good luck for your son doing year 12

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  2. suzitee says

    April 25, 2011 at 3:11 am

    That is one very cute coaster Lisa! My kids are fascinated with these cats…there are so many of them in shops around the place. I know what you mean about life getting in the way…it’s all a bit crazy sometimes.

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  3. rosie says

    April 25, 2011 at 4:16 am

    You can’t go wrong collecting cats!!! We do too, just that ours move!! Enjoy your holiday break Lisa.

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  4. Leanne says

    April 25, 2011 at 4:28 am

    It is always goody have luck on your side in year12.

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  5. Thimbleanna says

    April 25, 2011 at 5:40 am

    What a fun collection! And your little mat is perfect — I’ll bet he loves it!

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  6. Catskill Quilter says

    April 25, 2011 at 10:31 am

    I love the coaster, and I love even more that you are honoring your son’s interests! Wonderful! I have always liked the idea of the prosperity cat.

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  7. Chocolate Cat says

    April 25, 2011 at 12:16 pm

    This is a great collection! Love the coaster, always good to be able to make something for the boys!

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  8. Jenny of Elefantz says

    April 25, 2011 at 5:21 pm

    I’ve never heard of the Lucky Cat…it’s a cute little thing. Collecting…you really do not know where he gets it from, Lisa??? LOL!!
    Hugs
    Jenny

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  9. Linda says

    April 26, 2011 at 3:06 am

    Great coaster Lisa and very appropriate for your son, enjoy the rest of your holidays.

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  10. noflik nifelje says

    April 26, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    My 12 years old daughter is crazy about these cats!

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  11. Jeni says

    April 27, 2011 at 2:40 pm

    good luck for your son doing year 12…i have the waving cat in my office at work and also at home…for good luck if the batteries go flat,,,,,i start to panic

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  12. Jill says

    April 30, 2011 at 5:15 pm

    Great collection! You’re right – surely all that good luck’s got to be good!
    Love the coaster!!

    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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