Sweet Fabric + Op Shop

Cat ringstand...
Cat Ringstand

My heart really did skip a beat when I spotted this little guy.

Opped in Blackburn for a special someone.

CLUE #3
Christie's got the kettle on & I think her date's just whipped up a batch of cupcakes.
What craft has she just taken up?
Use the third letter of this word.

clicketty trip, and more:

Cat ringstand... + Op Shop