Oh Snap.
And now for a behind the scenes ceramic animal related story. While we were working on this…
… this happened:
Since I’m still not ready to talk (or write) about it in depth, here’s John’s depiction of how the tragedy occurred:
Alas, my favorite giant ceramic dog (snagged from HomeGoods three years ago for just 29 bucks) sadly lost his face. In the words of the world’s most famous blogger, it sucked and then I cried.
Yes, there’s a candle lit vigil in progress. Goodbye Mr. Ceramic Dog. You were a wonderful pet. Never had to clean up after you once. Until this happened.
I might try to glue him back together (although some of the pieces are pretty tiny). Until then I’ll be found shaking, crying, and whispering “why?”
Just kidding, I’ll live.
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http://www.bellacor.com/productdetail/585221.htm Maybe you can order a twin to fill in for him.
Cute! And of course I love that he’s resin so he shouldn’t be as breakable…
xo,
s
I FOUND YOU A NEW DOG!
http://www.pier1.com/Catalog/Seasonal/tabid/467/List/0/CategoryID/92/level/a/ProductID/29125/ProductName/Ceramic-Doguu/Default.aspx
I seen this and thought of you!
Aw, he’s very charming indeed.
xo,
s
Oh dear, so sad for your puppy!
Do you know about ModCloth? I found it thanks to facebook’s incessant ads, but love their dresses & everytime I look through their apartment/home stuff, I think of your menagerie!
Exhibit A: http://www.modcloth.com/Apartment/Kitchen+Bath/-Twin-Tabbies-Shaker-Set
Exhibit B (not an animal – still ceramic, white, and awesome): http://www.modcloth.com/Apartment/Furnish+Decorate/-All-Good-Points-Statue
Oh my gosh I especially love the cactus! Too funny!
xo,
s
So sorry Sherry!
I noticed in a photo of the playroom in a later post that he seemed to be sitting in there with a box of glue? on his head…here’s to hoping that he’s got a bright future.
Poor guy is just begging to be fixed! Fingers crossed…
xo,
s
Poor pup. I saw on my Google hunt for white ceramic dogs that you’d called him Rufus at some point (the entry doesn’t say it, but the preview did), but he died a nameless soul.
Try not to let him become one of these.
http://blog.thisnext.com/display/ShowJournal?moduleId=643309&categoryId=64774
If the umbrella stand idea is a bust… he could be a planter!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/41894168555@N01/71718353/
Or a lamp! Fishnets and legs are old hat.
http://i51.tinypic.com/x38ikw.jpg
Oh yeah! I forgot all about the Rufus phase! I think I also called him Jacques for a little while but nothing stuck. Love the links by the way- you guys are so creative!
xo,
s
Sherry,
There are two dogs at the HomeGoods in Fair Lakes right now! I know it’s a drive for you but if you want to replace him maybe John’s parents could pick one up for you? Just a thought.
I should add, also for $29.
Thanks so much! We’ve heard that they seem to be around at a lot of HomeGoods so we’re planning to keep an eye out!
xo,
s
This may be twisted, but I really think it would be a funny vase. Imagine like, calla lilies sticking out of his neck.
Tommy
http://www.macguffinandpuffin.wordpress.com
I was at the Homegoods in my neck of the woods (Minnesota) yesterday and I saw a ceramic dog there for I think the same price – and it may have been the same exact dog! I was going to take a picture of it with my camera phone and send it to you guys to see if it was the same one, but alas…my cell phone is on the fritz. Do you want me to see if it’s still there and try to get a photo? If it’s the same one, then you could replace it (and for that cheap price yet again)
Oops, I just read some other comments and saw other people said the same thing. Oh well. You guys are resourceful…I’m sure you’ll come up with something even better if you end up not getting a replacement doggie.
No worries Ashlee! You were so sweet to offer to help!
xoxo,
s
I am sure someone has already shared this link with you but just in case they have not here you go.
http://www.bellacor.com/productdetail/urban-trends-collection-85013-white-resin-dog-statue-585221.htm
Hey Sherry, my condolences about The Dog. What a bummer! He was so stately. I had a thought that might cheer you up…check out (if you haven’t already) 20×200.com! They have awesome, affordable art prints that you could use to fill up all those frames in the hall. I looked for a good dog one for a memorial, but didn’t find one I liked. I did find this great turtle, though!
http://www.20×200.com/art/2010/07/the-tortoise.html
Happy art shopping! :)
~katie
ps – I am not affiliated with 20×200…I just like the site!
Love it!
xo,
s
I think I saw one of these in my Homegoods store over the weekend. I’ll have to go back and look again.
Not sure if someone has already sent you the link, but you can find a reincarnated pooch here: http://www.modernchichome.com/p1159/Greyhound-Dog-Statue-NEW/product_info.html
Oh yes, he’s a handsome guy.
xo,
s
Was in Pier1 the other day and saw a ceramic dog that made me think of YHL…http://media.pier1.com/img/pier1com/productimages/2500533.jpg
oh, for f*ck’s sake.
http://6thstreetdesignschool.blogspot.com/2011/07/meet-my-new-friend.html
Saw this today on another blog and thought you might want to check it out :)
Sooo in love. He’s such a handsome fella.
xo,
s
Ok so I know what I’ve found is far more than what you paid at home goods BUT this “Resin Sitting Dog Sculpture is on sale for 57%!!!
http://www.hautelook.com/product/2009430
So handsome!
xo,
s
I was watching Rocco’s Dinner Party and I saw your dog’s twin in the background! it was pretty cool.
What?! I missed it! So sad. Hope I catch a rerun! Burger’s psyched to see his twin.
xo,
s
oh…i meant your ceramic dogs twin!! sorry
You need this white dog!! http://cgi.ebay.com/31-5-ELONGATED-DECORATIVE-WHITE-CANINE-DOG-STATUE-/310334567297?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item484161b381#ht_3168wt_1184
Ooh, he’s a tall guy! Haha. Love it.
xo,
s
Check out of the 1st lamp. It made me think of your ceramic dog…may he RIP. Do you still have him?!
http://betterafter.blogspot.com/2011/09/ugly-lamp-contest-final-round.html
Haha, so funny! We finally got rid of him. Poor guy wasn’t looking too hot.
xo,
s
I realize that I am over a year behind….. slowly catching up every day (love you by the way)….. I have to admit when I read this it almost brought a tear to my eye…. I am sorry for your loss.
But on a happier note that sketch depicting the “tragedy”, HILARIOUS!
And now there is more room for a new and improved “pet”
Aw thanks Robin!
xo,
s