I have a dear friend who is an actor. His first name is Noble. (Isn’t that lovely?) I met Noble while coaching The Tempest a couple of years ago and, lucky for me, he was also in the cast of Macbeth and La Dispute. In one of those ‘small world’ things I love, it turns out Noble and his wife Tina live in our neck of the woods.
I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Tina these last few months. We’ve had some wonderful conversations. She is also a reader of this blog. Tina is a woman of many talents, not the least of which is her amazing ability to concoct and construct wildly wonderful costume designs for doggies.
Miss Scout has been the most recent recipient of one of her her magical designs.
You see, Scout confided in Tina.
“Why is this darned lamb the symbol of Mom’s blog? It’s on the header. It’s on her watermark. I’m sick of seeing it everywhere. Now that friggin’ lamb is even staring at me from the wall of our living room. Enough, already!”
Tina, being the compassionate person she is, heard Scout’s cry for help.
So, Tina decided that Scout should have her very own Lamb with the Party Hat costume. She brought it over to the house on Sunday. I died when I saw it on Scout.
Oh. My. Goodness.
Yesterday, I attempted to wrestle Scout into her costume once again for some pictures. I wasn’t able to completely close all the velcro seams, Tina, so forgive me if some of Scout’s hair is popping out in places it should not be popping out.
Oh my. Look at the intense look of concentration on her face. What an actress!
Here you can see her ‘transforming’ into The Lamb with the Party Hat.
And now, the transformation is complete. Scout IS The Lamb with the Party Hat.
As you can see, Scoutie’s version of The Lamb with the Party Hat has it’s own heart-shaped marking on the side.
She makes the role her own, doesn’t she? Always imbuing it with her mark, her particular take on the character.
She has two party hats and that’s one more than the lamb has.
“See?” says Scout. “I’m just as cool as that lamb. In fact, I’m prettier.”
Sans costume, with Party Hat.
I die. Too, too adorable for words.
I don’t know how Tina does it. She usually makes these costumes for much smaller dogs and she estimated Scout’s size from pictures on the blog. The fabric is soft and wonderful, it’s lined, there are velcro closings, openings for Scout’s ears, and even an opening for her leash.
Ssshhh, don’t tell her I said this, but I also sense that Scout was feeling more than mildly competitive with her father. I mean, he gets to wear costumes all the time. And as you well know, Scout feels she is also a part of the theatrical world. Heaven knows, she is a bit of a diva.
Thank you, thank you, dear Tina. You have helped Scout through a difficult time. She has worked through her resentment of the Lamb and she has ‘triumphed ‘ (Scout’s words).
I’m already itching to put it on her again.
Happy Tuesday.
It’s so right and so wrong all at the same time! Seriously adorable! I want the hat!
I offered to take care of the hats, Jen. They are now on display in my little studio!
That is almost too cute for words! Scout is truly moving ahead with her Diva career-even has her own paparazzi !
Paparazzi follow Scout wherever she goes!
cute!
Isn’t it adorable?
LOLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!! This is too much :)
Scout? Too much? You’re clearly joking, Deb!
That is SO cute!! She does look scared, though. My dogs would be terrified. But very cute, and you know you have a huge Scout-fan population out here. :-)
Scout scared? She is transforming!
Actually, she’s not a big fan of the costume!
That’s what I thought. I didn’t see a “smile” in any of the photos so I thought Scout is rolling her eyes and thinking “OMG, Mom is dressing me up again…. ” I get the feeling THIS diva prefers choosing her own wardrobe. Which is too bad because she is really really cute in this one….
That is WONDERFUL! Yay Scout! I know you both will have hours of enjoyment from the wonderful costume.
Hugs, Lisa
Scout may have to be talked into putting it on again, Lisa.
Cutest thing I’ve seen! Scout rocks that outfit.
She is a rock star, Tana!
good for Scout, she deserves to be in the spotlight!!
Well, she certainly agrees with you, Debra.
Well, Miss Scout, we’ve done it. We’ve achieved your artistic vision. What is unsaid is that Scout had a paw in the design, sending me countless revisions. “Channel old Hollywood. More Norma Sheared, Natalie Wool and Baabaa Stanwyyk. Think Holly Go’scambling wildly up the hill to do my business in the corner and skidding down it again’ Lightly in Kibbles for Breakfast at Tiffanys. Or, dare I say it, Meryl Sheep. Think more in the vein of Dinner at Eight, Nine and Ten.”
And you were such a trooper for wearing the costume! And now it shall be retired to make a nice fuzzy warm place for you to sleep. Just as your mom provided a safe refuge for me in a time in which there were so many dark days and her blog turned the lights on again. Fondly, your friend, Tina
Wonderful pictures of Scout, and very funny “commentary” by Tina!
Oh Tina, she is so adorable in that costume. She keeps sniffing at it because she can smell your cats.
I am s not so sure Scoutie is happy with the costume, she has a very funny look on her face, but I think it is FANTASTIC, those hats are amazing. Scoutie you look adorable, and you love to be the center of attention, so go with it Missy.
Hugs,
Meredith
She does love being in the public eye, Mer.
Oh my! How adorable! Scout you are very cool, even without the costume and party hats. :o)
But she’s even cooler with them!
I was needing a laugh this morning. You need to walk her past a mirror. Too cute. Tina is very talented.
Smiles to you.
Linda
I wonder if she’d think it was another dog?
Well, she’s well on her way to being a diva NOW!! What an adorable costume! And, what a great friend in Tina…that was so nice of her! ;)
It was such a lovely gift!
Miss Scout..you are a diva indeed..It’s amazing what our pets put up with from us..lol
Scout is long suffering, Nancy.
So cute! I am in awe of all the talent in your family Claudia. Scout looks adorable.
Scoutie may be the most talented of all of us!
A border collie in sheep’s clothing!
Now she can sneak up on a flock of sheep!
Too cute for words. LOVE this post.
It will make herding them even easier, Nancy.
Cruel cruel cruel! But oh so funny :)
Well, only for the few minutes it took to take the pictures! I choose to call it artistic expression.
Too, too cute and Scout is a natural. Her little costume looks toasty warm too. Maybe she’ll agree to wear it on winter walks.J
She just might, Julie.
Scout makes the prettiest Lamb with a Party Hat EVER!! Love the heart on the side. She is a little diva for sure!
hugs,
Linda
She sure is!
Claudia!! Ms. Scout’s lamb outfit is adorable!! I got a real chuckle reading this!! Ms. Scoutie was such a good little “lamb”!! Love her heart on the side!!! Have a good one, Francine!
She would be very happy if I never put it on her again!
Adorable.
I read this and cried. We lost our Trouble yesterday. She made a similar face when concentrating on a matter. Your Scout is the cutest thing. I was happy to read this. (and then I cried) Not your fault. It just is what it is. ~Pat
P.S. I left you a message regarding our house…! :)
Oh Pat, I’m so very sorry. My heart is breaking for you. Sending you a hug and I’m holding sweet Trouble in my heart.
LOL! Scout is just too cute for words! The party hats are so adorable I’d wear one all the time(especially the red)!
Me too!
Dear Scout
´ Your photos always bring a smile to my face ,they brighten my day´,but you can`’t be more adorable than wearing that funny hat and costume.I suppose that at first you must have felt a little uncomfortable but in the end I`m sure you wished to please your mum and play the role of a doggie model transformed in such a beautiful creature as a lamb is! Lots of kisses for you and a special one for your mum! Waiting for a post of your own about this little experience!
xoxo Alice
Dear Alicia,
I can only sneak in a post every once in a while, but I’ll keep trying!
Scout
LOL! She is so adorable as a lamb! Of course she is always adorable! Now you will not be able to live with her! Diva that has become. Tanner our corgi wouldn’t take one step if we put a costume on him. I don’t know what our puppy would think. lol.
Once she reads these comments, there will be no living with her!
From mutt to mutton in a moment! How clever Tina is, Scout now rivals Lamb in beauty and charm – and that’s not easy :)
She might put it the other way, Norma. She thinks that she wins the contest!
I think Scoutie the Lamb just might hire Dapper Don to be the next sheep herder for her flock! Of course he will have to audition, so it’ snot a given he’ll get the part. Scout will have to consult with Claudia, the Casting Director on that! Tina is very talented and I love the hat.
I wonder if Don will win the part?
OMG!!! She is just too adorable for words. I think a star is born. xo Laura
Yes, she is definitely a star, Laura!
OMG! How precious!! That is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen. Bella has outfits but nothing as cute as that!! It is precious. She doesn’t look overly thrilled but she sure looks cute.
Judy
She wasn’t thrilled at all, Judy. But WE were!
This post is PRICELESS!! Awesome job, Tina!! That lamb coat is 2-die-4 – and the party hats, just amazing! So tell me, are you thinking of changing your header, cards, watermark and getting a new photo canvas for the wall?
Donna
NO! If I do that, then Scout will have taken over everything!
Scout so “owns” that costume! Now maybe the sheep needs a Scout costume. Tina’s tribute was wonderful!! It is good to have good people in our lives, in time of darkness and in times of light. Great post!
Hmmm. You’ve given me an idea, Teresa!
Once again your blog is one of the highlights of my day!!! No all Scout needs is a pair of flannel pjs!
Yes, flannel pajamas, so she and I can have a PJ Party!
I just love that dog! Thanks for bringing a smile to my face on such a blue day. Scout, you are a star!
We’re happy to make you smile, Donna!
O.M.G!!! That is too, TOO CUTE!!!! That little Scoutie is just adorable, and such a good sport!
She is – I don’t know if I would have put up with it!
How stinking cute is that. I love it
Scoutie is extremely stinking cute!
You are right, Miss Scout. You are much prettier!
She is, she is.
Claudia words escape me. Scout does look adorable, she would make a great Christmas card.
She would, Sue!
Her expression reminds me of that dog in that cartoon that says “why me”
So cute it’s almost painful.
Scout, you look pretty pawesome for a doggie-doodle! I am the king kitty around my house and I WANT THOSE PARTY HATS! Meowzer!
>^.^<
Oliver
When I was scrolling down and got to the first one with the party hat I actually did laugh out loud. Too cute. The second to last one she looks like she’s saying how much she hates this party.
I am rolling with laughter…so, so funny but too cute all at the same time! I have to say – Scout does NOT look pleased in her new get-up. She looks like she’s saying, “Really, mom?” :-)
one of the most precious things I’ve seen ! oh my goodness. precious pup, darling costume…. I just love this post. tina. what a talent you are. and the pupster just made the costume. love how her wispy feet show & the heart, just genius. I love, love it all. please do redress your rock star and make more pictures. hugs from texas!
That is just too cute ! Give her a hug from me.
Oh my stars, Claudia! Adorable doesn’t even describe it! My daughter and I swooned! What’s her next role?
Hugs….
Oh my Scout. now my two fur babies want the same costume! They are so jealous. You go girl! Suz
Dahling Scout
Your are amazing in your role as The Lamb. Your wardrobe mistress is a whiz with the needles. You need your own agent now. Broadway beckons.