A black cat sits behind a workbench in a tall green witch hat, the crown bent over, gold tooling on the band and an amethyst set at the front. The eyes are violet and wide open. A gold chain around its neck carries a small skull medallion, and both front paws rest on a carved pumpkin.
The pumpkin is lit from inside, orange light spilling up onto the fur. Around it stand corked bottles: amber, clear, a purple flask with a skull floating in it, one topped by a candle guttering blue. Bats cross a stormy purple sky, two glass baubles hang on chains from the upper corners, and a knotted branch frames the circle. It is painted artwork printed flat, branch border included.
Hang it in a kitchen doorway through October, or above a shelf of jars and dried herbs where it will look at home. The purple keeps the mood playful rather than grim. An easy gift for a cat owner who starts decorating for Halloween in September.
Material: aluminium sign, fade-resistant for indoor or covered outdoor use
Sizes: 8x8 inches and 12x12 inches
Care: wipe clean with a dry cloth
Note: the raised, carved look is printed onto a flat panel
The Black Cat leads the design as an archetype of mystery, independence and familiar lore. Other gothic or seasonal details build atmosphere around that central character.
