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This sweet little anime puppy dog is available in my etsy shop https://www.etsy.com/listing/106034993/ … mohair-dog
My story is pretty simple. I used to breed Dachshunds. At the time I lived on a small rural dirt road that wasn't named. The county government needed to name all the roads for the 911 system(this was back in the 80's) and asked for suggestions from the residents. I submitted several with dog themes and they decided on Dog Patch. For all the youngsters that don't remember, and those not in the US, Dog Patch was where the comic strip character Lil Abner lived. In the 80's I was making muslin bunnies, velour dogs and bears, and calico cats. I sold them at craft shows and Dog Patch Critters seemed to fit. It still seems to fit as I still make all kinds of critters, just in mostly mohair now.
He's amazing! What did you use for his toenails?
I have most things jammed into a small room but there is a LOT! Ribbon(never have the right one though), fabric( as I make most of the clothes for my creations), beads, brass findings, buttons, and notions. I have a container of doll clothes and one labeled props. You never know when you might need a miniature pinwheel or bucket. Oh, lace and trims. I'm always very excited when I find vintage lace at yard and rummage sales. Books on how to make things...good for referencing. One container full of wool felt and one full of ultrasuede and leather.
Of course, also in this small room is my doll collection, my bear collection and assorted other knick knacks.
I don't embroider noses because I was never good at it. These days I needle felt them. But I know of some artist that needle felt a small rounded nose first then embroider over it to give it some shape.
Penelope was created with a soft alpaca. Measuring 10 inches tall, she has glass google eyes, a needle felted nose and wool felt paws.Her muzzle, ears and paws have been hand shaded. Five way jointed with discs and bolts, she is filled with fiberfil and some encased bb's in her tummy for weight.
Penelope is wearing a sundress made just for her from a reproduction of a vintage print.
Each Puppy Grrl has a bone shaped button on her dress, Penelope has two. She is available on Bear Pile http://www.bearpile.com/item/57973
Tux is available on Bear Pile http://www.bearpile.com/item/54324
Padma is available on my website.
I moved recently and discovered this piece of fur. It has an Intercal card stapled to the corner and I think is says 350S. It isn't mohair but feels like wool(?). It is clumped like sheep fleece. I may have purchased more than 10 years ago 
and can't remember why or what I made with it. I might try to sell it but would like to know what it is first. 
I have been making mohair bears since the mid 90's. Before that, starting in the mid 80's, I made muslin bunnies, cabbage patch style dolls, and small thread jointing bears. After a 2 year break, I started up again around 2002. Selling on the internet was really starting to take off. It's very interesting looking at the old mags. No one had an email address or a website.
I love dying mohair this color. Posie is available in my etsy shop.
Lindt makes a chili chocolate with cherry inside. It's absolutely wonderful! 
I've had trouble finding it lately, though.
Tami, did you find him through Save a Dog on fb? I see all the cute ones you post. My next dog will be a rescue....wish I could take them all.
These guys ended up in Alaska!
I really like having a website...even if it is not cheap. I use frontpage and can update easily. I also sell on bearpile, etsy, and artfire. I have a fb fanpage. I have not been updating my blog lately because we are getting ready to move and that is taking time away from bear making. I have sold from all venues. I will probably set up a store on fb after the move. It is time consuming but we all know, it's important to be "out there".
I'm a little behind the times(getting ready to move). I just found out about my nomination yesterday. This is Rebecca.
Thanks so much everyone! I have decided to take layaway if someone is interested in all four.
Wonderful vintage look!
Perfect Pug!!
Available in my artfire shop http://www.artfire.com/users/dogpatchcritters individualy or as a set
Congrats to all! I got one too...my first ever! :dance:
When I found out my Walmart was fazing out fabric and the Morning Glory stuffing I bought every box they got in for awhile. I have 8 - 5 lb boxes in my garage. Should last me for awhile but don't know what I will do when it's gone. 
Well you have sight hounds and now you have a scent hound. Sequoia can be the pack leader. I'm about ready for another dog. Can only afford the vet bills for 2 seniors right now though. I will enjoy your new puppy vicariously.
