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White Faux Taxidermy: The Jackalope

February 22, 2017 by Cassie 30 Comments

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Last week was Valentine’s Day, as you all know, and we celebrated simply as a family in our house.  I actually set the table, made chicken parmigiana, and had a gift for each member of my family.  As we sat down to eat, Emmy asked me if I had taken photos of the table to share here.  While I do blog about some tablescapes and holiday decor, sometimes it’s nice to just create a pretty table for us, just so we can enjoy it.  The fact that I didn’t blog about it made it all the more special, you know?  We don’t do much for Valentine’s Day, but it is a nice opportunity to show each other that we care.  I wasn’t sure what to get Chris this year, but then it dawned on me… something that would make him laugh, and something that was special between us.  That thing is from White Faux Taxidermy: The Jackalope.  (FYI, this post is in no way sponsored by White Faux Taxidermy- I am just a fan who bought something!  I did, however, use affiliate links for your convenience.

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Several years ago, Chris and I went head to head (pun intended) on the existence of jackalopes.  He did not believe they were real, and I did.  I told him I was going to find him a real stuffed one and put it on his nightstand in the middle of the night.  Of course, upon googling it, I found that they’re mythological (but a teeny part of me still wonders….).  Ever since then, jackalopes have become one of “our things.”

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A couple of years ago we traveled to Las Vegas for a few days, and while we were there we hiked at Red Rock Canyon.  When we completed our hike, I looked at Chris and said, “Well, I am disappointed.  I thought for sure we’d see a jackalope on our hike today, and I could prove you wrong for once and for all.”  I was only half joking. 😉

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This past year, our marriage has become stronger as we’ve worked through some life changes such as me selling the business and coming up with other crazy dreams.  And God bless him, because he stands by me and supports my dreams no matter what.  This year, I gave him a humorous card as always.  (I’m not the most romantic person… why say it with flowers when you can say it with sarcasm, right?)  And in the card I wrote, “Thank you for always believing in me and all of my crazy ideas…. well, almost all of my crazy ideas.  All but the jackalope.”

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As you can see I’ve added it to our bedroom wall, and I love the quirky touch it brings to the space.  I also love that it will stare at Chris while he sleeps, challenging him. BAHAHA.

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What did you give your spouse or partner for Valentine’s Day?  Anything unique and fun?

As I headed over the White Faux Taxidermy to grab the link, I saw so many other fun things I hadn’t realized they had.

How adorable are these cactus vases?  So perfect for Spring and Summer!

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I also love the little bunny vase or planter.  It would be great as Easter decor.

PinIf you like the more realistic style, they have this bunny vase also.

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And of course, true to their name, they have a variety of awesome faux animal heads in a rainbow of colors.  The narwhal is one of my personal favorites.

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If you’re looking for fun home decor, check out White Faux Taxidermy. Also, if you have any evidence of Jackalope existence, please send it here. 😉

PS- Happy birthday today to my mom!!!

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Comments

  1. Emy says

    February 22, 2017 at 7:25 am

    Love this story! That jackalope is super cute. My friend has a taxidermy one in her living room.

    Have you seen the jackalope paper at WallsNeedLove?

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    • Cassie says

      February 22, 2017 at 7:56 am

      YES, I have! I would love to use it somewhere! I also want lularoe to make me some jackalope leggings.

      Reply
  2. Tamara says

    February 22, 2017 at 9:35 am

    I love this story and learning about you more! I love a good pun. ..

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    • Cassie says

      February 28, 2017 at 1:00 pm

      thank you so much, tamara! i am always up for word humor! 😉

      Reply
  3. Tereza says

    February 22, 2017 at 10:47 am

    Ah this is so cute! I’m sure jackalopes are real, no? SURELY! I’m like you, we don’t really do romantic sweet stuff. For Shaun’s birthday last year I gave him a set of Bob Ross’ paints (watch one of his youtube videos if you haven’t heard of him, it’ll change your life!) – he’s absolutely obsessed with him and loved the gift but I can imagine that any other man would be like get the hell out of my house haha! x

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    • Cassie says

      February 28, 2017 at 12:56 pm

      are you kidding- that is awesome! i grew up watching bob ross!!! haha! LOVE it, tereza!

      Reply
  4. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    February 22, 2017 at 11:28 am

    I had to lol! Too cute… xo Heidi

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    • Cassie says

      February 28, 2017 at 12:55 pm

      thank you! we love it!

      Reply
  5. Julia@Cuckoo4Design says

    February 22, 2017 at 11:46 am

    I love it and it’s the perfect spot for it

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    • Cassie says

      February 28, 2017 at 12:55 pm

      chris came home and actually really loved it hanging there. win!

      Reply
  6. Laurie Jones says

    February 22, 2017 at 12:52 pm

    When we went to South Dakota we stopped at Wal Drug and they had stuffed mounted jackalopes that looked like they were real they were so funny! Love the gift and I’m with you sarcastic and inside jokes as gifts are best!!

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    • Cassie says

      February 28, 2017 at 12:54 pm

      oh man, i need to get to south dakota obviously!

      Reply
  7. Jessica | Petal + Ply says

    February 22, 2017 at 2:26 pm

    Too funny. He looks so cute up on your wall.

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    • Cassie says

      February 28, 2017 at 12:54 pm

      chris totally loves him, too!

      Reply
  8. Shelley | Crazy Wonderful says

    February 22, 2017 at 3:18 pm

    LOL!!! I just love the story behind this! It looks awesome on your wall. I was actually expecting a real taxidermy version of a jackrabbit with deer antlers 😀

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    • Cassie says

      February 28, 2017 at 12:53 pm

      haha! no i haven’t found a real one…. yet. 😉

      Reply
  9. Kathy says

    February 22, 2017 at 5:34 pm

    Such a great story! I really like that blue narwhal.

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    • Cassie says

      February 28, 2017 at 12:52 pm

      me, too! they have so many fun animals!

      Reply
  10. Tania says

    February 22, 2017 at 8:59 pm

    I love the Jackalope, what a clever gift! I actually have a unicorn mount that I need to find a place to hang!!

    Tania

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    • Cassie says

      February 28, 2017 at 12:51 pm

      oh yes, you need to get that baby up!

      Reply
  11. Lisa | Shine Your Light says

    February 23, 2017 at 8:08 am

    That’s a cute Valentine gift. Love the narwhal, my kids always say “Hi Mr. Narwhal” from Elf and would love that guy hanging in our house somewhere! Thanks for sharing.

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    • Cassie says

      February 28, 2017 at 12:51 pm

      oh you should totally get it then! so fun and would kind of fit with your nautical colors. 😉

      Reply
  12. Brynne | The Gathered Home says

    February 23, 2017 at 9:30 am

    Hahaha, I love this! I have definitely been places here in Texas that had “real” jackalope taxidermy on the walls! I remember as a kid and trying to figure out how that was possible if they weren’t real (as my parents insisted). 😀

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    • Cassie says

      February 28, 2017 at 12:49 pm

      bahaha! your parents are WRONG!

      Reply
  13. Stephanie @ Casa Watkins Living says

    February 24, 2017 at 12:42 pm

    Super cute!!!!! I still haven’t crossed into taxidermy of any kind yet, but I could totally do this one. 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      February 28, 2017 at 12:46 pm

      haha! yes, you need to! 😉

      Reply
  14. cindy hattersley says

    March 8, 2017 at 6:38 pm

    I am sending this post to an old friend. We had a running joke for years with her and her at that time boyfriend. She thought they were real and he fed off it for years….she will appreciate this one!!

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    • Cassie says

      March 9, 2017 at 10:48 am

      that is hilarious! she needs one!

      Reply
  15. Haley says

    March 13, 2017 at 9:26 am

    This is hilarious! I love this story

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    • Cassie says

      March 14, 2017 at 2:16 pm

      haha! if nothing else, we certainly keep one another entertained!

      Reply

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