Showing posts with label catmint. Show all posts
Showing posts with label catmint. Show all posts

Sunday, 6 July 2025

The Sunday Selfies and Caturday Art Blog Hops at BBHQ **FEATURING** Fudge’s Floof, Catmint & AI Art Adventures

Sunday Selfies blog banner featuring BBHQ cats Parsley, Fudge, Melvyn, and Smooch. More cats are styled in a polaroid-style selfie framed by flowers, butterflies, and paw print graphics in a whimsical garden scene. Includes the text ‘Sunday Selfies @BionicBasil.’ Perfect for feline photography, cat-themed blog hops, and pet lifestyle content.

Epic Sunday greetings furiends

Welcome to another BBHQ Sunday Selfie, and this week, we're going back to single selfies, as the holiday season is almost here in the UK for the next coouple of months, and mew know we can't get caught bipping around in the Time Travelling Telephone Box aka TTTB, what would the general public say, seeing The B Team land at all of the ancient monuments, scramble for a selfie and then bip off again into thin air!!!??? 

So rather than cause a public fracas, and cause a gazillion conspiracies theories to go viral on the interwebs we're opting to lay low on the Stone Circle trail until later in September. 

Supurr Floof Fudge's Catmint Selfie 


Ginger cat named Fudge lounging peacefully on a stone patio beside blooming purple catmint flowers. His luxurious floof and relaxed pose capture a tranquil garden moment at BBHQ. Image featured on the cat lifestyle blog www.bionicbasil.com—ideal for feline photography, pet enrichment content, and garden-themed cat portraits.

Fudge adores relaxing next to the mill wheel filled with catmint on the patio near the pond.

He will recline here for hours at a time if the weather is clement!
A whimsical floral blog divider featuring a vibrant stretch of green grass adorned with tall, delicate purple flowers. Among the blossoms, butterflies in soft hues of blue, lilac, and white flutter gently, creating a dreamy, spring-like atmosphere. The composition evokes a sense of tranquility and gentle movement—an ideal natural break between blog sections or story chapters on BionicBasil.blogspot.com.

We're also joining in Athena's Fabulous Art Hop so do stop by and show off your pawesome arty-farty skills.

www. athenacatgoddess. com Athena's Caturday AArt Hop badge featuring Athena the tabby cat, with a frame of pale green.

OH MY COD! Fudge needs this to be on a greetings card! MOL

AI-enhanced digital artwork of Fudge, a ginger tabby cat with expressive green eyes, lounging on a stone patio at BBHQ. The background bursts with vibrant greenery and blooming purple catmint flowers, creating a serene garden scene. This watercolour-style portrait blends feline elegance with artistic flair, and is featured on www.bionicbasil.com—ideal for cat blog content, pet photography, and whimsical digital art.

The effect was created with Befunky - AI Enhancer, Watercolour GFX + colour changes to hue and saturation.

Ready for a pawesome jigsaw adventure?

Click here to dive into this watercolor-style puzzle starring Fudge, our ginger supurrstar soaking up the serenity beside blooming catmint at BBHQ. It’s a floof-tastic test of feline finesse, and guess what? 

We crushed it in just 8 minutes and 4 seconds, can mew beat our time? 

Of course mew can! MOL

A whimsical floral blog divider featuring a vibrant stretch of green grass adorned with tall, delicate purple flowers. Among the blossoms, butterflies in soft hues of blue, lilac, and white flutter gently, creating a dreamy, spring-like atmosphere. The composition evokes a sense of tranquility and gentle movement—an ideal natural break between blog sections or story chapters on BionicBasil.blogspot.com.

Anyhoo, it's time for us to go on a garden safari as the weather has been lovely all week, and we need a bit of fresh air, as we've been in the bunker too long celebrating Melvyn's Birthday!

And yes, mew will definitely find Fudge catnapping next to his favourite plant today! MOL

We do hope mew have an epic day, and we'll be back tomorrow with more fun-filled antics from BBHQ, and in the meantime don't forget to...

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A whimsical floral blog divider featuring a vibrant stretch of green grass adorned with tall, delicate purple flowers. Among the blossoms, butterflies in soft hues of blue, lilac, and white flutter gently, creating a dreamy, spring-like atmosphere. The composition evokes a sense of tranquility and gentle movement—an ideal natural break between blog sections or story chapters on BionicBasil.blogspot.com.

Don't forget to join in the pawesome Sunday Selfies Blog Hop with

 Angel Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Angel Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth, Calista Jo, Cooper Murphy and Sawyer ~ visit them at their pawesome blog:


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 A whimsical floral blog divider featuring a vibrant stretch of green grass adorned with tall, delicate purple flowers. Among the blossoms, butterflies in soft hues of blue, lilac, and white flutter gently, creating a dreamy, spring-like atmosphere. The composition evokes a sense of tranquility and gentle movement—an ideal natural break between blog sections or story chapters on BionicBasil.blogspot.com.











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Wednesday, 18 June 2025

The BBHQ Midweek News Round-Up ~ Pandora and Miss Flumpit's Standoff, Fudge In The Basket, Meanwhile Fudge Was Nesting, and Melvyn's Wearing This Weeks Top Pick Bandana

Basil and The B Team feature in their Midweek New Banner for blog posts on www.bionicbasil.com, presenting a stylish cat crew with bold graphics and engaging design. The banner showcases vibrant colors, feline personalities, and a modern aesthetic, ideal for pet bloggers, cat lovers, and fans of The B Team's weekly updates. Perfect for boosting visibility in feline-focused content and pet-related searches.

Furbulous Greetings Supurr Furiends

Welcome to the BBHQ midweek news round-up!

Oodles of greetings from BBHQ, and oh my cod, what a busy week we've had. Firstly, let's do the weather report; it has been a mix of sunny days, breezy breezes and still nights. So rather pleasant, one would say, and we're not complaining at all.

The moon was on the missing list again, and when it did appear, it was too low in the sky and four hours behind its usual placement. We think there's seriously something off at the moonbase, as we said before, staffing issues or a virus aka MOON-VID... We'll keep mew updated on its placement if we see it again this coming week.

And many, many apologies for missing the blog hops again. Grandpaw is unwell, Nanny is stressed and had an allergic reaction to her medication, and lots of fluffed-up stuff is happening in the background. We'll try to do better this week...

Remember the Four-Leaf Clover Kit from the other week? 

Grow Your Own Four-Leaf Clover Kit featuring a hexagonal box with vibrant clover illustrations and the text 'Grow Your Own Good Luck!' The kit includes clover seeds and a peat pellet, displayed on a plate, with detailed instructions on the back of the box. A perfect gift for gardening enthusiasts, lucky charm seekers, and those interested in growing their own clovers. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

Well, the P.A. finally managed to plant the seeds, and we have proof! MOL

Close-up of rich, dark soil in a pot with scattered four-leaf clover seeds, ready for planting. The small, round seeds display orange and yellow hues, marking the initial stage of growing lucky clovers. This image is ideal for gardening enthusiasts, plant lovers, and those interested in cultivating their own four-leaf clovers for good fortune. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

Look at those little kernals of life, all ready to get snuggled under a little blanket of compost and watered well.

We're not sure if they're going to germinate, being so old, but we'll let you know in a week or two, if there's any life left in them! MOL

>^.^<

Last week, we got this question from one of our epic blogging pals, and we love questions. So if mew ever want to ask anything, feel free! 

 #1 is asking if you remember Michael Fish?

Yes, the P.A. remembers him and the fateful weather forecast way back in 1987! What a cluster fluff that was.

Anyhoo, let's look at this week's top headlines.

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First up in the news this week

Pandora and Miss Flumpit's Standoff


Miss Flumpit, a fluffy cat, sits atop a black wooden fence, locked in a tense standoff with Pandora, another fluffy feline standing below on wooden planks. The lush green garden and rustic brick wall in the background add depth to the dramatic scene. This captivating moment of feline rivalry is perfect for pet lovers, cat behavior enthusiasts, and animal photography fans. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

At precisely 7.11 am the other morning, this was happening in the garden! 

We'll report more as we get new intel, but needless to Miss Flumpit had to use another route home.

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Next up in the news

Fudge In The Basket


Fudge the ginger cat sits comfortably in a white wicker basket on the landing, nestled against a soft grey cushion. His rich orange fur contrasts beautifully with the neutral tones of the basket and surrounding white wooden spindles. A window with blinds in the background adds natural light, enhancing the cozy and serene atmosphere. Perfect for pet lovers, feline photography enthusiasts, and cat-themed blogs. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

Fudge decided that he was having the basket on the landing on Monday. Now, usually Amber is rather keen on this spot, but Fudge was determined to get his floof ensconced before she turned up! #OHDEAR
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In Other News

 Smooch Has Abandoned His Vacuumed Basket



Smooch, the tripawed cat, lies on a patterned brown doormat, facing away from the camera with an unmistakable air of displeasure. His white fur with black patches contrasts against the textured mat, while his freshly cleaned basket—just in shot—sits nearby, no longer feeling quite right to him. The rustic brick wall and pebbled ground add depth to the scene, capturing a moment of feline frustration. Perfect for pet lovers, cat behavior enthusiasts, and feline photography fans. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

Last week, mew may remember that Smooch's basket under the gazebo had a clean. Well, turns out, he's not loving it, and has taken to using the doormat instead.

He's even asked if the P.A. can put some dried leaves and other stuff back into it, because it doesn't feel right anymore! MOL

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Finally this week

Melvyn's Modelling The Top Bandana Pick


WOOO HOOOO! 

Bugs and Bugs won the vote from last week.

Top cat supermodel Melvyn showcases a vibrant bugs and bugs bandana while sitting on a textured beige carpet. The bandana features a bright red background adorned with colorful illustrations of bugs and cars, accented with green pom-pom trim. The modern kitchen setting, complete with chrome bar stools, adds a stylish contrast to Melvyn’s confident pose. Perfect for pet fashion enthusiasts, feline photography lovers, and cat-themed blogs. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

And as he modelled this bandana way back whenever (MOL!), we have videos to share again!

Check out Melvyn's videos on your favourite social media channel below:


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Which one should he model next?


Here's the June Bandana collection, and we chose a really fun selection for mew this time.

And we've decided to give mew five to choose from again, even though we only needed four, OH MY COD, the utter excitement of it all! MOL

A stylish collection of five cat bandanas, neatly arranged in a vibrant display. Each bandana features unique patterns and colors, from classic plaid to whimsical prints, designed for fashionable felines. Made from soft, breathable fabric, these accessories add a touch of personality while ensuring comfort for cats of all sizes. Perfect for pet owners looking to enhance their cat’s wardrobe with fun, customizable designs.Cat bandanas, stylish pet accessories, fashionable feline wear, breathable fabric cat bandanas, cute cat outfits, trendy pet apparel, personalized cat accessories, fun cat fashion, cozy pet clothing

The June Collection:

1. Caticorn

2. Cakes for Cats

3. Psychedelic Feline

4. Bugs and Bugs

5. Mice Cream

Tell us your top pick for next week in the comments!

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That's us done for today, we will be back on Friday with another fab book just for mew, plus more in the Prudence Saga, and if mew missed any other posts, here are the links:

The B Team's Selfie

Amber's Book Reviews

Colouring With Cats

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Wing Commander Basil & The B Team 












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Wednesday, 11 June 2025

The BBHQ Midweek News Round-Up ~ What Did Smooch Think To His Basket Getting Vacuumed? Why Was Melvyn Was Sulking? Amber knows, Meanwhile Fudge Was Nesting, and Melvyn's Wearing This Weeks Top Pick Bandana

Basil and The B Team feature in their Midweek New Banner for blog posts on www.bionicbasil.com, presenting a stylish cat crew with bold graphics and engaging design. The banner showcases vibrant colors, feline personalities, and a modern aesthetic, ideal for pet bloggers, cat lovers, and fans of The B Team's weekly updates. Perfect for boosting visibility in feline-focused content and pet-related searches.

Furbulous Greetings Supurr Furiends

Welcome to the BBHQ midweek news round-up!

Well, it's been another mixed bag of weather again at BBHQ this week; in fact, we've had more gusty, blustery weather in the last two weeks than we've had all winter.

It's been a little bit overcast and cooler. However, the mainstream news headlines are threatening with a 'monstrous heatwave' over the next few days, good gravy, why do they have to sensationalise the weather all the time, like it's some evil omen? I can't catch my breath at the absurdity of it all. 

Seriously, back in the day, the weather maps in the UK were green, and the weather person on the TV would place little stickers of clouds, sun, rain, wind, etc, and slap them on the map in the appropriate places.

Now, all the maps are a violent, threatening, life-ending shade of RED if the temperature gets above 22 degrees Celsius, like what the fluff?!

GET GRIP PEEPS!

Anyhoo, enough of that weather stuff, just look at what sprung up on the lawn at BBHQ last week.

We've got our very own Fairy Ring!


Aerial view of a fairy ring on the BBHQ lawn, featuring a circular patch of yellow flowers surrounded by lush green grass. This natural phenomenon creates a striking contrast, adding an enchanting touch to the landscape. Perfect for gardening enthusiasts, folklore lovers, and nature photography fans. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

At this very moment, as we're typing, Cat Dad is out there with the mower, the P.A. did give him STRICT instructions not to decimate it - we'll let mew how that went next week! MOL

 This Is NOT Parsley 


A sleek black cat with striking yellow eyes lounges on a weathered wooden bench against a rustic brick wall at BBHQ. The cat, not Parsley, exudes a relaxed yet watchful presence, adding charm to the serene outdoor setting. The aged texture of the bench and warm tones of the brick wall enhance the cozy atmosphere. Perfect for pet lovers, feline photography enthusiasts, and cat-themed blogs. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

Nope, this is not Parsley; this is Morty, who lives across the road, actually next door to Miss Fumpit. Honestly, anypawdy would think that BBHQ is a casual drop-in centre for all the Mewton-Clawson cats! MOL

And while we don't mind visitors at all, we do mind that somepawdy has decimated one of the catnip plants that was purposefully hidden in the vegetable garden away from the casual drop-ins... we're going to have to put it in a cage!

More Meautiful Roses Blooming At BBHQ


A collage of four vibrant roses blooming at BBHQ. The top left image features a deep red rose with lush petals. The top right image showcases a cluster of pristine white roses. The bottom left image displays a bright yellow rose in full bloom. The bottom right image presents a group of pink roses with intricate petal formations. Each rose is surrounded by green foliage, highlighting the beauty and diversity of the blooms at BBHQ. Copyright www.bionicbasil.com.

Every week, more and more of the roses bloom. Just look at this selection, just gorgeous!

The white ones, well, we have a confession to make. This is one of two stardard types, that were planted over twenty years ago, but sadly at the end of last year, they were looking a bit worse for wear, so the P.A. said to Cat Dat, "get the big loppers and butcher them, then in the Spring we'll take them out and plant new ones."

Well, mew could have dipped us in double cream, then rolled us in catnip, as we couldn't have been any more surprised when the dead-looking, severely scalped rose tree skeletons started sprouting new growth and, OH MY COD, have grown so much and are flowering like never before. 

Seriously, the P.A. thought they were done for and going on the bonfire, but no, so the moral of the story is, if mew butcher your roses in winter, leave them in the ground, don't pull them up, and maybe they might sprut again the following Spring.

Anyhoo, let's look at this week's top headlines.

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First up in the news this week

 What Did Smooch Think To His Basket Getting Vacuumed?


Smooch the tripawed cat, a white feline with black patches, sits comfortably in a newly vacuumed wicker basket lined with a red and white blanket. The basket rests on a red mat, with lush green plants in the background, creating a cozy and serene setting. Smooch wears a orange collar, adding a stylish touch to his relaxed pose. Perfect for pet lovers, feline photography enthusiasts, and cat-themed blogs. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

Smooch's basket under the gazebo was vacuumed the other day, and he didn't like it. He wanted to know where his spider pals had gone! MOL

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Next up in the news

Why Was Melvyn Was Sulking?



Melvyn the tabby cat sulks on the sofa, curled up on a cozy gray blanket. His black and white fur contrasts with the patterned black/brown and white pillow behind him, creating a peaceful and relaxed scene. The soft textures and muted tones enhance the comforting atmosphere, making this a perfect image for pet lovers, feline photography enthusiasts, and cat-themed blogs. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

Yep, Melvyn was sulking... Amber will tell mew why.

Amber Snoozing On Her Favourite Blanket

Amber, a white and orange cat, peacefully snoozes on her favorite soft grey blanket. Her body is curled up in a cozy position, with her paws tucked under her head, highlighting a serene moment of feline relaxation. The textured, fluffy blanket enhances the comforting atmosphere, making this a perfect image for pet lovers, cat-themed blogs, and cozy home aesthetics. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

Mew see this is Amber's favourite blanket, and Melvyn has taken a shine to it in recent weeks.

Amber is NOT pleased.

She has banned him from said blanket, but he has been sneaking on it when she's been snoozing in the catservatory.

Anyhoo, she's now told him that if he gets on it one more time, she's docking his pay at the library! 

#ohdear

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In Other News

Meanwhile, Fudge Was Nesting


Fudge, a relaxed ginger cat, nestles comfortably in a pile of soft beige and grey rugs on a plaid-patterned sofa. His serene expression and cozy posture highlight the warmth and comfort of the setting, creating a peaceful home atmosphere. Perfect for pet lovers, feline photography enthusiasts, and cozy home decor inspiration. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

So while all the furore over Amber's blanket was happening, Fudge continued to nest on his couch in his favourite blankets! MOL

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Finally this week

Melvyn's Modelling The Top Bandana Pick


Caticorns smashed it in the voting last week, so here's Melvyn doing what he does best! 

Top cat supermodel Melvyn lounges on a sleek kitchen counter, confidently modeling a vibrant caticorn bandana. The whimsical design features cats with unicorn horns, rainbows, and stars, adding a playful and stylish touch to his look. The modern kitchen backdrop enhances the scene, making it perfect for pet fashion enthusiasts, feline photography lovers, and cat-themed blogs. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

Melvyn was being really playful while modelling this one, as mew can tell! MOL

And as he modelled this bandana way back in May 2023, we have videos to share again!

Check out Melvyn's videos on your favourite social media channel below:




 
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Which one should he model next?


Here's the June Bandana collection, and we chose a really fun selection for mew this time.

And we've decided to give mew five to choose from again, even though we only needed four, OH MY COD, the utter excitement of it all! MOL

A stylish collection of five cat bandanas, neatly arranged in a vibrant display. Each bandana features unique patterns and colors, from classic plaid to whimsical prints, designed for fashionable felines. Made from soft, breathable fabric, these accessories add a touch of personality while ensuring comfort for cats of all sizes. Perfect for pet owners looking to enhance their cat’s wardrobe with fun, customizable designs.Cat bandanas, stylish pet accessories, fashionable feline wear, breathable fabric cat bandanas, cute cat outfits, trendy pet apparel, personalized cat accessories, fun cat fashion, cozy pet clothing

The June Collection:

1. Caticorn

2. Cakes for Cats

3. Psychedelic Feline

4. Bugs and Bugs

5. Mice Cream

Tell us your top pick for next week in the comments!

Midweek News Divider ©BionicBasil® May 2023

That's us done for today, Amber will be back on Friday with another fab book just for mew and more in the Prudence Saga, and if mew missed any other posts, here are the links:

The B Team's Stone Circle Selfie

Amber's Book Reviews

Colouring With Cats

Midweek News Stay Fluffy ©BionicBasil® May 2023

Wing Commander Basil & The B Team 












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