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10 September, 2009

It's a Cloche Party...or...Staff Favorites Under Glass

LargeLogo[1] It’s time for the Marty’s Cloche Party at A Stroll Thru Life and I am still suffering from cloche block! So the management here at Plate Addict suggested that my staff and I each decorate a cloche using our favorite thing! Sounds like a great idea since…


IMG_7893…I have been sitting on ready, having added my little handmade vintage tag (instructions here), waiting for the cloche muse to inspire me with ideas for how to fill it! Let’s see what kinds of ideas the staff might have!


IMG_7942 Here is our PR gal Isabella’s entry for the cloche party! She has chosen her beloved faux leopard catnip mouse! She is our little supermodel and loves those little fashionable touches! However, she has informed me that if management would allow her to go outside, she would fill it with her real favorite…lizard skin…and NOT faux!! lol


IMG_7944 This cloche was decorated by our own webmaster Kitty who, as her name suggests, is a no frills kind of gal. She has chosen her favorite kibble. No snooty gourmet food for this little lady! She's a sweetie! Don’t sit still very long or she will be in your lap!


page Here’s a sneak peek at our CEO Ozzie’s playful side. She has filled her cloche with her favorite…the ring from a milk/juice jug! However, do not believe that she let down her guard for long! Two staff members were disciplined by her for trying to interfere during her photo session!


IMG_7975 Not to be outdone, our co-host Baby Kitty has chosen his favorite…a ripe, juicy Georgia peach! As you can see, this is his favorite summer treat! (Yes, he really does eat peaches!) He denies it, but I strongly suspect that it is because the color of the peach compliments his fur! As with all celebrities, he is never one to miss a photo-op!


IMG_7981And here is my favorite under glass for the cloche party. Hmmmm…..somehow I don’t think it’s working!

Maybe you had better head on over to Marty’s to see what everyone else is doing!! Thanks so much for stopping by! I’ll see you next time! A la prochaine!

Management wishes to thank Sax at Emptynester for suggestions for this post!

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69 comments:

  1. SalmagundiSeptember 10, 2009 at 4:34 PM

    Too clever! I was having cloche block, also; but alas, no staff to help. I finally came up with something. Take care, Sally

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  2. My name is RietSeptember 10, 2009 at 4:37 PM

    Debbie, you are the greatest storyteller I know and your staff is so clever.They understand everything you are saying. Just gorgeous you lot are.

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  3. The Pleasures of HomemakingSeptember 10, 2009 at 4:41 PM

    LOL! I enjoyed this post soooo much! THAT would be my favorite thing under a cloche too if I could find one big enough! I never know what to put under those things that haven't been done a million times so I'll just be peeking at everyone else's creations!

    Manuela

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  4. KatSeptember 10, 2009 at 4:45 PM

    Debbie, Sax says thanks for her 15 minutes of fame! I can't believe how creative your staff is, especially the peach. I personally prefer your choice lol. Thanks for the big belly laugh, I've been fending off e-mails from bozos all day. Man, write one letter to the editor and they come out of the woodwork! Have a great evening, and give all the kitties a big Hollywood smooch from Sax! Hugs, Kat

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  5. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeSeptember 10, 2009 at 4:47 PM

    Debbie you are just too much. I am laughing hysterically. This is just too cute. Kent wants to know what the kitty thinks about her food being in the cloche. lol I love your sense of humor and this is just fabulous. Mr. Linky is being a stinker. I am working on it, so please check back. Sorry. Thanks for being such a friend and participating. Hugs, Marty

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  6. JaneSeptember 10, 2009 at 5:02 PM

    I really enjoyed your post. This is my first time to visit. Loved how your staff decorated the cloche...they are all very creative!!

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  7. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaSeptember 10, 2009 at 5:03 PM

    Too funny Debbie...I always enjoy coming by here and seeing what your staff is up to...I wished I had some humor and could be witty...May you have a great day my dear friend...Hugs and smiles Gl♥ria

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  8. Glenda/MidSouthSeptember 10, 2009 at 5:08 PM

    How cute! I just love your staff. :-)

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  9. Brenda PruittSeptember 10, 2009 at 5:52 PM

    The kitties are in fine form today! They are delightful to watch!
    Brenda

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  10. The Quintessential MagpieSeptember 10, 2009 at 6:02 PM

    LOL! Purrrrrrfection, Debbie! You and the staff never disappoint! Love this!

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  11. MichelleSeptember 10, 2009 at 6:17 PM

    The cats are hysterical and goes so well with the music too!! The cat food under glass is too funny!

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  12. SueSeptember 10, 2009 at 6:21 PM

    Debbie, If this isn't just the cutest thing!! Your staff certainly knows its favorites... And how nice that they are all such lookers, too! Thanks for the laughs!!!
    :-) Sue

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  13. Blondie's JournalSeptember 10, 2009 at 6:25 PM

    OH DEBBIE!!! I was laughing so hard I nearly spit out MY coffee, (which I think I am going to need for this party!). My word, your staff is the greatest...

    You are truly humble to admit you were a bit lost on the cloche thing. Same here. I so enjoyed this. Oh, and if you get a chance before I post my Cloche Party post, my current post made mention of your staff when my little Layla decided my camera fascinated her more than my laptop. Have a look if you have time!

    GREAT POST!! Love to the kitties!

    xoxo
    Janie

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  14. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    Wonderful! I think Webmaster Kitty has it just right. These are so clever and you take great photos.

    Have a great weekend.

    Charla

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  15. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)September 10, 2009 at 7:00 PM

    Debbie,
    Your a hoot! What a talented staff you have, their ideas are so artsy and creative! My fave is the peach,just so color coordinated with baby kitties fur! Hugs, Cindy

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  16. KarenSeptember 10, 2009 at 7:02 PM

    What a DARLING post! I just love the kitties! Whoops I mean the staff. Sorry.
    Love your coffee maker too! I think it worked just fine!
    Thanks for sharing. You made me laugh!
    Karen @ Some Days Are Diamonds

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  17. Moore MinutesSeptember 10, 2009 at 7:13 PM

    Your cloche is JUST my style! Love it!

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  18. xinexSeptember 10, 2009 at 7:14 PM

    LOL! You and your cats are so funny, Debbie!. I enjoyed that...Christine

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  19. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMESeptember 10, 2009 at 7:20 PM

    Fabulous ideas from the staff...they really thought outside the (kitty) box!

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  20. Linda (Nina's Nest)September 10, 2009 at 7:46 PM

    Debbie, toi, tu es comédienne! Cette poste est fantastique - plein d'humeur et idées créatives. Et les fiches pour les valises (il y a un mot pour ça?) sont tellement mignons. à lundi, Linda

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  21. TracySeptember 10, 2009 at 8:00 PM

    I love it! I had cloche block too, despite thinking about it for WEEKS. And unfortunately, my staff is completely un-cooperative when it comes to decorating.

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  22. Chari at Happy To DesignSeptember 10, 2009 at 8:08 PM

    Hi Debbie...

    Hehehe...I'm still giggling!!! If that just isn't the cutest..then I don't know what is!!! My friend, you DO have the most clever staff...so creative...and soooo photogenic!!! Are you serious? Baby kitty likes peaches? That's awesome! He is right you know...the peach coloring does compliment him soooo well! Hehe! This is just the best cloche entry...sure put a smile in my heart!!!

    Ohhh...by the way...I love your pretty frenchy tag! Love the tag, key, and black ribbon!!! So pretty, my friend!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari

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  23. SarahSeptember 10, 2009 at 8:09 PM

    Debbie, your post is extremely clever as usual. I always smile and giggle when I read through you posts involving the staff. I don't really have any cloches, just a little cupcake stand and cover. I may post just a small little bit to join in the fun. Hope you are having a great week. ~ Sarah

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  24. Michelle @ Sweet Something DesignSeptember 10, 2009 at 8:18 PM

    Hilarious! This is really funny! (Still love those tags!)

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  25. Blue Creek HomeSeptember 10, 2009 at 8:26 PM

    How funny!! Your staff did a bangin' job on their cloches!!
    Rhonda

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  26. From the Old InkWellSeptember 10, 2009 at 8:44 PM

    HAHAHA Debbie, how refreshing your post is. Love it! What a cool imagination you have! :)

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  27. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2009 at 8:46 PM

    how cute! love the kitty food under glass. It was so nice to meet you :)

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  28. bjSeptember 10, 2009 at 9:09 PM

    I LOVED this cute cute post!!
    I CAN NOT think of anything to go under mine, either, that hasn't been done a thousand times....
    I know I'll see some, tho, and think, "why didn't I do something like that?"....
    xo bj

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  29. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2009 at 9:09 PM

    Oh, Debbie, this is priceless! I love it and all your little fuzzy faces are so darling. I'm so glad you've trained them so well! They are fantastic cloche decorators! :)
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  30. AliciaSeptember 10, 2009 at 9:25 PM

    What a cool post. So creative and unique. I don't know what you pay your staff but they're really working it for you!...lol

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  31. BonnieSeptember 10, 2009 at 9:37 PM

    I love your staff! Please give them all a great big hug and kiss from me! Um, looks like that last pic didn't quite work out. Starbucks?

    XOXO, Bonnie

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  32. UnknownSeptember 10, 2009 at 9:42 PM

    This was just great, I'm still laughing. I tried to be creative but girl you really out did me. I love your staff.
    Sandy

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  33. kateSeptember 10, 2009 at 9:44 PM

    Debbie, of course you are always my favorite, was in escot at paris thinking of you yesterday, please visit my cloche post
    best to you
    kate

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  34. JulieSeptember 10, 2009 at 10:12 PM

    Debbie this is to cute...Your staff is wonderful...I am having a give away, I do hope you have time to stop over, if not maybe you can get one of the staff to do it for you ...
    xoxo
    Julie

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  35. Decor To AdoreSeptember 10, 2009 at 10:36 PM

    Oh how creative and funny! Your staff is just purrrrrfect!

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  36. Blue Creek HomeSeptember 10, 2009 at 10:36 PM

    I will tell Bella hello from Paco when Harley is out of the room!
    He will never know!
    Unless, Bella uses it later just to hurt him!!! What to do???
    Rhonda

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  37. cindy@muttleymanseSeptember 10, 2009 at 10:57 PM

    Your staff is too cute!

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  38. Slice of PieSeptember 10, 2009 at 10:58 PM

    Love those cats! I think cats are super smart ... Yours are really cute, too! Hope you'll stop by and visit me!

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  39. Country Wings in PhoenixSeptember 10, 2009 at 11:18 PM

    Oh Debbie!
    This post is just precious, getting the staff involved was a great idea. How cute honey. Love your cloche(s), they are just darling. Thanks for sharing. Country hugs, Sherry

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  40. Yellow Rose ArborSeptember 10, 2009 at 11:21 PM

    I sure enjoyed your unique cloche designs! What a talented staff!!

    So fun!

    Katherine

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  41. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2009 at 11:24 PM

    hahahaha! I can't stop laughing! I love your post :)
    Missy

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  42. JaneSeptember 11, 2009 at 12:41 AM

    Debbie,
    My son just came it to see why I was laughing...you are too clever! As much as I loved your kittie's cloche ideas, the coffee maker really hit my funny bone. Thanks for the laugh!!!

    And thank you for the gift tag idea. I followed your link and found the perfect little gift for my DIL...a big fan of Paris.

    Jane (Artfully Graced)

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  43. Kim @ Starshine ChicSeptember 11, 2009 at 12:53 AM

    Thanks for the laugh!!!! I loved the coffee one the best. Too funny!!!

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  44. TootsieSeptember 11, 2009 at 1:14 AM

    I love love the spokesmodels you used for this post!!! super super cute!

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  45. SaucySeptember 11, 2009 at 1:26 AM

    Your staff is a riot! They must keep things interesting... I like Ozzie's milk jug tab. What a guy!

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  46. UnknownSeptember 11, 2009 at 2:36 AM

    Fun post! I love it! Tre Bon!
    ~Really Rainey~

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  47. susanSeptember 11, 2009 at 6:24 AM

    Somewhere there is probably a law against putting your staff's food and treats under glass--PETA will be contacting you :) I do love your beautiful tag. Thanks for the beautiful pictures and the smiles!

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  48. RachelDSeptember 11, 2009 at 7:56 AM

    What fun!!! And your Dearies are so lovely.

    What a staff, and what hilarious office parties you must have!

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  49. Pat@Back Porch MusingsSeptember 11, 2009 at 8:21 AM

    Cute cute cute, Debbie! You are so clever and so is your staff!

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  50. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageSeptember 11, 2009 at 9:08 AM

    Hi Debbie,
    What a cute cloche! Love all the French touches!

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  51. Barb September 11, 2009 at 9:15 AM

    Hi Debbie, such a darling post....I completely enjoyed it.

    Barb :-)

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  52. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)September 11, 2009 at 9:58 AM

    Debbie what a darling post. I love that Kitty and Baby Kitty helped you out with the party.
    hugs ~lynne~

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  53. KathysueSeptember 11, 2009 at 10:38 AM

    Deb, you always bring a smile to my face, I just love you, have a great day! hugs kathysue

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  54. Pink Roses and TeacupsSeptember 11, 2009 at 11:16 AM

    Hi Debbie! What a cute and clever post. Your calico cat is gorgeous!

    Debbie from NJ

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  55. DawnSeptember 11, 2009 at 12:23 PM

    I'm a day late and a cloche short so I'm checking out what everyone else did. You're post is by far are my favorite! Especially that last photo. Too Funny! And is that a bit of Tracy Porter Stone Farmhouse I see in the background? I knew I liked you, now I'm in love! LOL!
    Dawn

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  56. ChandySeptember 11, 2009 at 3:23 PM

    Debbie, what an adorable post. Your cat is so cute. I love your ribboned cloche and that card.

    Sorry long time no visit, a little too busy...

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  57. CarolSeptember 11, 2009 at 4:14 PM

    This is just TOO cute! :-) Have a fabulous weekend, Debbie!

    Hugs,
    Carol

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  58. Wendy @ Ramblings from the Sunshine StateSeptember 11, 2009 at 7:23 PM

    Too funny! Love the kitties.

    How funny that he eats peaches! I had one that would eat cooked bell peppers. One of mine now will not eat meat! Cats definitely have personality.

    Thanks for stopping by & helping with my dilemma!

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  59. DixieSeptember 11, 2009 at 8:59 PM

    Debbie... I hate that I haven't been by in a while to visit! I love your posts... especially when the staff assists you...

    You always leave me with a smile, and today, no disappointment!

    Dare I say it.. yes.. I will... this post was just "the cat's meow!"

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  60. Oliva OhlsonSeptember 11, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    Just too clever!

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  61. Four Paws and CoSeptember 12, 2009 at 12:57 AM

    Oh good one Debbie! I was afraid the first one held a dead mouse! You're so clever! ☺♥☺ Diane

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  62. Miss JaniceSeptember 12, 2009 at 2:04 AM

    Okay...you know I'm a lover of "The Staff." This is just too cute! Totally enjoyed it. By the way, I thought of you today when I received the Fall Pierre Deux cataloge...full of holiday Quimper! (French spelling is not my forte!)

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  63. M.L. @ The House of WhimsySeptember 12, 2009 at 4:31 AM

    Thanks...I needed that! Hee-hee! The belly laugh, I mean! : )

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  64. Nancy RosalinaSeptember 12, 2009 at 11:13 AM

    Debbie, What~A~CUTE post!!!!! I enjoyed my visit here....you made me laugh!!! Nancy

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  65. KathleenSeptember 12, 2009 at 5:09 PM

    Too funny!
    I have cloche block too! Wish I could do a great one!
    Enjoying schooless September??..I am!
    My 5 yo gson started Kdgn.
    I called the first day to see how he like it..
    I asked," So, how was your first day?"
    "Long, Nana, very long. I had to take a nap when I got home!"

    I always had to take a nap when I got home, LOL, I didn't tell him the teacher was probably exhausted!

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  66. Bargain Decorating with LaurieSeptember 13, 2009 at 1:05 AM

    Debbie, you have the CUTEST staff in Blogville -- and so photogenic! This was such a fun post. You and your staff are really creative! OK, I'm in need of some creative staff members. Now I know how to lure your staff away - I'm off to buy some peaches! laurie

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  67. Lylah LednerSeptember 13, 2009 at 5:19 PM

    How awefully cute and cleaver! Wonderful spot here!

    Blessings...Lylah

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  68. Denise MarieSeptember 13, 2009 at 8:48 PM

    wayyyy cute. I'd be shoving my coffee pot under there too. :P

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  69. Lady KatherineSeptember 15, 2009 at 5:16 PM

    I love the kitty cloches! This was so fun!

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Thanks so much for stopping by and taking the time to comment! I appreciate my wonderful readers!... Debbie