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General FAQ

What sewing machine do you use?
I use a Husqvarna Viking Epic 2 which does both sewing and embroidery.

What fabric do you use?
I use high quality smooth minky, mochi minky (Squishmallow material), and faux fur. My favorite brand for smooth minky is Shannon cuddle 3. I use both JoAnn's pure plush fleece and Hopen Textile's mochi minky. I use a variety of different brands for faux fur. For recommendations on where to purchase fabric check out my resources page.

Can I have your pattern?
I have a Patreon with a monthly pattern subscription service and I sell individual patterns in my shop. Not everything I make has a pattern to purchase.

I want to learn how to make plushies! Do you have any advice?
Start out by watching my video on advice for starting the hobby and check out my resources page for fabric suppliers, tutorials, and more!

When will commissions open? 
My commissions are permanently closed with no plans to reopen.
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Do you ship internationally?
International shipping is very limited due to increasing restrictions that small businesses cannot afford to comply with. I can no longer ship most of my products to the EU and several other countries. But if you are from the EU and would like to buy one of my one-off handmade plush, please contact me!

How do I wash my plush?
My plush must be hand washed or spot cleaned. DO NOT PUT THEM IN A WASHING MACHINE.

I recommend following this tutorial by ButtercupBabyPPG, but do NOT put them in a dryer: 
www.deviantart.com/buttercupbabyppg/art/Minky-Plush-Washing-Guide-526558030

Can you make a bulk order of plushies? 
No, I am not a manufacturer.

Ditto FAQ

What are the dittos made out of?
Dittos are made from mochi minky (like Squishmallows) with embroidery, applique, and/or sublimated (fabric dyeing) details. They are stuffed with super soft mochi stuffing.


How big are they?
It depends on the design; standard ones are 3" wide. Jumbo are 9" wide.

How can I buy them?
I do shop updates every few months, usually centered around a holiday. A batch of premade dittos are released at an exact time. I will announce the exact date and time at least 2 days in advance on all of my social media. Dittos usually sell out in 2 minutes or less, so you need to be fast.

Can I commission you for a ditto?
You are welcome to ask when my commission applications, but I'm unlikely to accept commissions for dittos because I'm looking to take on different projects through commissions.

They sold out so fast!! People are botting!!!
Actually, they're not. My first sales generally occur at about 25 seconds after they go live. Bots would be faster than that. Even if they were botting, there is nothing I can do. I am not involved with the technical aspect of my shop in any way.

I missed the drop! I'm willing to pay you $X more if you sell me one! Can you make an exception?
Sorry, no.

Can I make a ditto based off your designs?
I don't own ditto. If you want to make fan art or plushies from my original designs for yourself or a gift for a friend, I don't mind at all. But I am not comfortable with people recreating my original designs for sale or commission. I encourage you to make up your own designs!
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