Thanks everyone. I think I am ready to applique now. Let the pieces fall where they may!
Judi, yes the tails will be a tad thinner when done. I actually went and looked and they do look pretty darn fat. LOL
Feline fanatic, that cat is a stray that someone dropped off as a kitten and I was the lucky one to find him. I think he is probably part maine coone and part farm cat but her is beautiful and has the prettiest blue eyes. I like your imagination - if anyone criticises the placement I will just say those darn cats!!!