Sewing

Making Bags, A Field Guide

A complete guide to bag-making Couture bags without the couture price? Yes, please. Whether you are beginning or looking to expand your bag-making, you can create professional-looking bags to fit your style and practical needs with Making Bags. Bags...

Round Fabric Art Bowls

Craft fabric bowls with ease Perfect for display or gift-giving, modern, functional artisan fabric bowls are deceptively simple to make. The artisan fabric bowl projects are a few common tools and a (reusable) template away — you won't want to...

Sew Sustainable

Sew towards a sustainable lifestyle Waste is a global problem and barrier to ecological sustainability. You can be part of the solution by reducing or eliminating waste from your everyday life. Sew Sustainable has more than 22 practical projects to use...

Jingle All the Way

Stitch, share, gift, and repeat! Nothing beats the feeling of giving and receiving a handmade gift. Gather cotton fabric, wool, or hand-dyed linen, then embellish with simple hand embroidery, rickrack, and trims to bring Christmas cheer to you and...

Pattern Flex

Erin Hentzel –– Just download your design and print! Print perfectly accurate patterns directly from your inkjet printer with convenient 8.5” x 11” non-woven sheets. Flexible and durable Pattern Flex Printable Non-Woven Sheets...

Instant Softies

Isabelle Ewing –– Sweet, simple softies in three easy steps Everyone can make softies with this simple three-step method perfect for complete beginners and avid crafters. Sew any of seven animals, including a bear, fox, elephant, or mouse!...

The Complete Manual of Sewing

Marie Claire Editions ––  Become a proficient sewist today Gather up thread, fabric, a needle, or a sewing machine, and you are ready to take your first steps in sewing! Designed for beginner sewists and those who already...

Professor Pincushion's Beginner Guide to Sewing

Tova Opatrny ––  Start sewing in no time with basics broken down to the simplest form! Professor Pincushion’s Beginner Guide to Sewing is part textbook, part how-to, and all cheeky fun. Perfect for anyone interested in...

My Sewing Workshop

Annabel Wrigley ––  Kids conquer the world of sewing and crafting! From the popular We Love to Sew series and best-selling author Annabel Wrigley, comes the go-to kids guide to build sewing confidence! Start with the basics...

Garment Maker's Project Planner

Gailen Runge ––  Plan a year of sewing garment projects This delightful planner is designed especially for seamstresses so that you can track multiple projects throughout the year—because let’s face it, who doesn’t...

Make Your First A-Line Skirt

Jona Giammalva ––  Create the classic A-line skirt with one easy pattern An A-Line skirt can be professional or casual, classic or whimsical, simple or elaborate, colorful or muted—and that’s with one pattern! Use...

Make 1-Weekend Gifts

Editors of C&T Publishing ––  Create charming gifts in just one weekend! Whip up something sweet and thoughtful in just the span of a weekend! Bring a personal touch to any gift or home accessory with this collection of...

Swatch This, 3000+ Color Palettes for Success

Haruyoshi Nagumo ––  Choose color combinations confidently every time! Expand your color confidence with a comprehensive dictionary of color combinations! Color combinations are made simple with this helpful reference that...

Sew Cute Baby Animals

Mary Hertel ––  Paper-piece baby animals, the perfect shower gift Everyone loves adorable baby animals. Now you can learn to sew 17 paper-pieced baby animal blocks, from farmhouse cuties to zoo-ey patooties! Even better, each...

Sew Very Easy Patternless Sewing

Laura Coia ––  Click subscribe! YouTube star Laura Coia makes it Sew Very Easy Her instructional videos have inspired hundreds of thousands to start sewing. Now sew-lebrity Laura Coia is back with written patterns for 23 fan favorite...

Sew Penguins, Puppies, Porcupines Oh My!

Kim Schaefer ––  Be the star of the baby shower! Appliqué adorable baby animals onto gifts that will be snuggled now, and treasured for years to come. Fans flock to Kim Schaefer’s best-selling designs, and 39 new...

Rotary Cutting Basics

Sarah Ashford ––  Your Go-To Rotary Cutting Guide Rotary cutting confidence is possible with this beginner-friendly reference book! Tips on how to choose the right cutter for the job, use a cutter safely, and beginner and advanced...

Stylehacking, Sew a Creative Wardrobe

Karoline Dahrling Hughes ––  Turn your clothing basics into a stylish wardrobe! Get inspired to elevate your wardrobe with dozens of tips and tricks on creating handmade, fashionable, wardrobe pieces. Dream about it one day and...

Sewing for Beginners Handy Pocket Guide

Annabel Wrigley ––  Everything you need to know for successful sewing This mini pocket guide is packed with mega information curated for sewing beginners! Once you’ve found your perfect pattern, use this guide to lead you...

Doll Studio Boutique

Erin Hentzel ––  Sew darling dresses, tops, bottoms, and accessories for 14” dolls Craft a closet full of the exact looks you love… in miniature! Delight the doll lover in your life when you learn to stitch 7 basic...

Charming Dolls

Shirley Hudson ––  Make dolls with larger-than-life personalities! Create festive dolls with bright colors and cheerful eyes guaranteed to bring warmth and joy to any home. Shirley Hudson’s art dolls are easy to make and fun to...

Stress-Free Sewing Solutions

Barbara Emodi ––  Say goodbye to sewing F.A.I.L.s (followed-all-instructions letdowns)! Perfect your professional handmade style with garment-making sewist Barbara Emodi by learning methods to understand common missteps and how to...

Jump Into Sewing

Lee Chappell Monroe ––  Learn the art of sewing Beginners rejoice—getting started with sewing has never been easier! This project-based introductory guide will give you everything you need to know to explore and enjoy this fun...

Jump Into Wool Appliqué

Carrie J. Buck ––  Learn the art of wool appliqué Beginners rejoice—getting started with wool appliqué has never been easier! This project-based introductory guide will give you everything you need to know to...

Sew Healthy & Happy

Rose Parr ––  Quilting shouldn’t be a pain in the neck! Stay pain-free with this quilter’s survival guide to a healthy mind, body, and spirit. Ever been unusually sore after a marathon day of crafting? There’s no need...

Modern Fabric Art Bowls

Kirsten Fisher ––  Transform fabric into exquisite art bowls Delve into the world of quilts, fabrics, and bowl making! Take quilt blocks and bring them into the three dimensional space as tasteful, modern bowls. Kirsten Fisher shares her...

Felt Flower Workshop

Bryanne Rajamannar ––  Is it Fresh, or is it Felt?Learn to make felt plants and flowers so rich with detail; they look freshly picked!  Aimed at absolute beginners—the book starts with an overview of basic techniques and...

Sew Home in the Kitchen

Abigail American Bennett ––  Quick & easy kitchen sewing projects with insulated fleece Learn how to sew cozy home decor with Insul-Fleece, the magic fabric layer that reflects heat or cold. You’ll be inspired by 18 pretty and...

Sew Unicorns, Dragons & Mermaids, What Fun!

Annabel Wrigley ––  Sew happiness! Unicorns, mermaids, and magical creatures for kids and the young at heart Sprinkle some fairy dust and journey to a land where fun and creativity rule! Annabel Wrigley is back with 18 adorable...

Creative Cosplay

Amanda Haas –– An inspirational guide to sewing cosplay Boldly enter the world of cosplay and gain the confidence to design the costume of your dreams! Award-winning cosplayer Amanda Haas helps you translate your ideas from fiction to...

Stitching Classic Americana with Masako

Masako Wakayama –– Stars and stripes—red, white, and blue! With a love for all things Americana, Masako Wakayama celebrates her beloved and unique style with a dozen homespun projects. Perfect for multi-crafters, this collection...

Sewing Machine Reference Tool

Bernie Tobisch –– Troubleshoot Your Sewing Machine… Stat! Kick tension problems to the curb and say goodbye to presser foot problems! This pocket-size guide helps you troubleshoot your sewing machine on the go. A comprehensive chart...

Happy Wool Felt Animals

Makiko Arai –– 30 Needle Felted Animals to Make and Love Craft a menagerie of miniature animals from simple materials! Author Makiko Arai’s easy felting techniques are perfect for beginners or anyone who enjoys a relaxing handcraft...

Serger 101

Katrina Walker –– Sergers made simple! Scared of the serger? Don’t be! From the best-selling A Field Guide series, this visual guide will help you get to know your serger from the inside out. Learn how to thread an overlocking sewing...

Love Your Creative Space

Lilo Bowman –– The creative studio of your dreams! Does your creative den leave you feeling overwhelmed or uninspired? Energize your crafting space with jazzy ideas for organization and accessibility! With over one hundred and fifty photos,...

Foolproof Color Wheel Set

Katie Fowler –– Take the guesswork out of choosing color schemes! Looking for the perfect color combination? The Foolproof Color Wheel Set will help you pick a pleasing palette, every time! Die-cut “discs” and a printed color...

Classic Fashion Illustration Playing Cards

Sarah Gunn and Julie Starr –– Delight your game-playing friends with retro clothing illustrations Fun fashion images from A Stylish Guide to Classic Sewing, by best-selling authors Sarah Gunn and Julie Starr, spring to life in...

101 Fabulous FatQuarter Bags with M'Liss Rae Hawley Print-on-Demand Edition

M'Liss Rae Hawley ––Make Yourself a Brand New Bag! If "You can never have too many bags" is your motto, M'Liss Rae Hawley has just what you need: every kind of bag, from cute little children's purses, to handy pouches that make packing for...

The Ultimate Thread Guide

Becky Goldsmith –– The best thread guide you’ll ever own Always choose the right thread! This amazing reference guide features a handy thread use key (organized by thread manufacturer) that shows the most common uses for the wide...

kraft-tex Creations

Lindsay Conner –– Sewing with kraft-tex—the vegan leather everyone’s talking about Print, paint, stamp, and stitch… it’s never been so fun to design as it is with kraft-tex! Discover the incredibly durable paper...

A Stylish Guide to Classic Sewing

Sarah Gunn and Julie Starr –– An inspirational book for sewing a classic wardrobe Discover the secrets to sewing a stylish wardrobe with staying power! This spirited guide walks you through thirty timeless garments to make for...

Zakka from the Heart

Minki Kim –– Sew handmade gifts for you and your friends Add peace to your busy life with a cozy afternoon of zakka sewing. Stitching in her signature style, Minki Kim is back with sixteen whimsical crafts for your must-sew list. With a...

Create with Cork Fabric

Jessica Kapitanski –– Sew with a stylish new substrate  Elevate your sewing with a bagmaker’s secret—cork fabric, a leather-like, upscale version of the cork you used to know! Learn how easy it is to work with cork from...

Shanti Yoga Bag Pattern

Russell Conte –– Namaste! Stitch yourself the perfect exercise ensemble Combine durable and stylish kraft-tex with hefty denim to create a yoga bag meant to last! The handy shoulder strap and exterior zippered pocket are pretty and...

Sew Bags

Hilarie Wakefield Dayton –– Handbags made easy Sew stylish shoulder bags, totes, clutches, and drawstring bags! Learn how choosing the right materials can make all the difference for your project, and turn flat fabric into handbags of...

Sew Cute and Clever Farm and Forest Friends

Mary Hertel –– Easy-to-make blocks with goofy animal designs  Best-selling author Mary Hertel brings readers sixteen more of her adorable paper-piecing blocks, along with six new projects! Whether you’re an experienced paper...

Beaded Embroidery Stitching

Christen Brown –– Put more sparkle in your stitches Add dimension and luster to your sewing projects! Inspired by the magic of beads, buttons, and charms, Christen Brown shares 8 stunning beadwork projects from brooches and bracelets...

Sew It!

Allison Nicoll –– We can sew do this Have you ever wanted to make your very own quilt? How about some fun pillows for your bed or a cute pouch or a tote? Now you can! Sew It! will teach you how to make all of that and more! You’ll...

Home Sweet Home eBook

Barb Adams and Alma Allen –– THIS BOOK IS ONLY AVAILABLE AS AN EBOOK Best-selling authors Barb Adams and Alma Allen are back, this time with quilts and projects celebrating the home, community and friendships! The featured quilt has nine...

More Sewing to Sell—Take Your Handmade Business to the Next Level

Virginia Lindsay –– Make an investment in yourself so you can do what you love for a living!  Is this the year to jumpstart your dreams? Take your handmade business to a truly professional level with practical advice from industry...

Doll Dress Boutique

Erin Hentzel –– Gathers, ruffles, lace, and bows… Fall in love with tiny clothes! Classic A-lines, sleeveless summer dresses, and party frocks—learn to sew eighteen-inch doll dresses for every occasion. This huge collection...

Magical Forest Fairy Crafts Through the Seasons

Lenka Vodicka-Paredes and Asia Currie –– Winter, spring, summer, fall—who's the fairest of them all?  Share the magic of sewing with everyone you meet! The best-selling authors behind Forest Fairy Crafts are back with...

Diary in Stitches

Minki Kim –– Pretty projects to make you smile Artist Minki Kim turns her own daily sketchbook challenge into 65 stitchable drawings to mix and match. Embroider and appliqué the whimsical, easy-going way with 6 useful projects to...

FreeSpirit Block Party

FreeSpirit Fabrics –– Modern meets traditional! Forty blocks from your favorite FreeSpirit designers Leave it to your favorite FreeSpirit fabric designers to rise up when presented with a challenge to put a modern spin on classic blocks...

You and Your Sewing Machine

Bernie Tobisch –– From the sewing machine whisperer comes this in-depth, visual guide to how a sewing machine works, how to keep it in good working order, and how to solve common problems. Learn what questions to ask when buying a new...

Fresh Family Traditions Print-on-Demand Edition

Sherri McConnell –– Fresh tradition: favorite quilt patterns renewed with lighthearted modern style This collection of 18 charming quilts and home accessories from Sherri McConnell brings together the best of the old and the new in quilting...

A Cozy Quilted Christmas Print-on-Demand Edition

Kim Schaefer –– Deck the Halls with Christmas Projects for the Whole House! Wrap up your home with adorable quilts, tree skirts, table runners, and other holiday accessories. Can’t choose? Make a few for yourself or give them as...

Stitch & Sew

Aneela Hoey  –– French knot it, flaunt it! Revive your love for hand stitching with 31 fresh embroidery designs! Showcase your needlework on 5 pretty, practical projects—a drawstring bag, clutch, flex case, change purse, and...

Kim Schaefer's Calendar Runners Print-on-Demand Edition

Kim Schaefer –– Table décor whimsy for every season Set a fresh and festive table all year round with 12 seasonal table runners, placemats, and napkin patterns from best-selling designer Kim Schaefer. These charming table decorations...

American Homestead Christmas Print-on-Demand Edition

Ellen Murphy ––Simple-to-stitch projects make cheerful giftsAmerican Homestead is back again—this time with charming small projects you can sew anytime, anywhere. Ellen Murphy shares 21 embroidered felt and quilted designs for the...

SEW ... The Garment-Making Book of Knowledge

Barbara Emodi –– Everything your mother would tell you about sewing if your mother could sew Experienced sewing instructor and blogger Barbara Emodi shares her sewing wisdom to help readers get started, get started back up, or hone their...

Charlie kraft-tex Backpack Pattern

Gailen Runge –– Your perfect carryall for everyday, sewn with durable kraft-tex Trade in your sad sack for a flashy new backpack in brilliant kraft-tex—the textile that looks like leather but sews like fabric. Weaving kraft-tex into...

Christmas with Possibilities Print-on-Demand Edition

Lynda Milligan & Nancy Smith –– Handmade with Love and Possibilities • More of the delightful appliqué that you love from Lynda Milligan and Nancy Smith • Make lovely gifts for everyone on your list • A wide...

Countryside Softies Print-on-Demand Edition

Amy Adams –– A tweet, a grunt, a squeak, and a hoot! A little time, a few supplies, and a dash of creativity are all you need to bring these adorable critters to life. Whether it's a fuzzy rabbit personalized as a gift, or a charming family...

Cozy Wool Appliqué

Elizabeth Angus –– Stitch up small wool treasures Celebrate the seasons with this sweet collection of folk-inspired projects using wool appliqué and embroidery. Featuring Elizabeth’s signature sheep and floral motifs, these 11...

Organizing Solutions for Every Quilter Print-on-Demand Edition

Carolyn Woods A daily serving of tidy makes all the difference• Practical guide shows you how to organize and maintain your quilting space, no matter what size• Learn handy ways to sort and arrange all of your fabrics and supplies into...

Making Faces in Fabric

Melissa Averinos –– Go ahead, make a face! Discover how to create freeform, raw-edge appliqué faces using Melissa Averinos' fun, creative process. Melissa walks you through the process step by step, from a comprehensive lesson on...

Zakka Style Print-on-Demand Edition

Compiled by Rashida Coleman-Hale –– Contributions by Design Collective Welcome to the world of Zakka • Discover the hottest new trend in fabric crafting - Zakka! • These clever, modern projects are a cinch to sew using basic...

The Savvy Seamstress

Get a few new tricks up your sleeve! Nicole Mallalieu ––Transform your favorite garment patterns, one small detail at a time. Add or remove pockets, adjust the neckline, or swap a zippered back to a button front! With step-by-step...

Sewing Needle Pocket Guide for Hand Stitching

Visual Guide to Hand-Sewing Needles Laura Wasilowski ––From best-selling author and expert hand embroiderer Laura Wasilowski comes this visual guide to 13 types of needles, from tapestry to quilting and more. You'll learn about the wide...

William Morris in Appliqué

Michele Hill ––Capture the Glory of William Morris' Designs in Exquisite Appliqué Quilts• Turn William Morris' designs into 6 lovely appliqué projects: quilts, cushions, and wallhangings• Mix and match more than 50...

Fussy Cutters Club

Angie Wilson ––The insider's guide to fussy cuttingCut up your favorite fabrics with intention! Lifelong fussy cutter Angie Wilson teaches you how to look at your fabric stash with new eyes and piece the best bits together, like a colorful...

Lucys 3-in-1 kraft-tex Bag Pattern

Gailen Runge ––1 pattern, 3 sizes, unlimited possibilitiesThis versatile and stylish bag comes in three sizes: small, medium, and large weekender—perfect for those overnight trips (fits carry-on luggage requirements)! Play with 2...

Caitlins 3-in-1 kraft-tex Bag Pattern

Betsy LaHonta ––Beautiful, versatile bags featuring kraft-texWith three exterior designs to choose from, plus mix-and-match pockets and closure choices, you can make exactly the bag you want! Carry it like a tote—or use the shoulder...

Sweet & Simple Wool Appliqué

15 charming wool-felt projectsFrom traditional penny rugs to playful embellishments on a contemporary blue jean jacket, this delightful book offers something for everyone, whether you want to try wool appliqué for the first time (How about the...

Make 1-Hour Gifts

Give yourself the gift of instant gratification!Love to sew but never have enough time? Pick up this value-packed book of 16 fast, fun projects from some of your favorite designers: Abbey Lane Quilts, Alexia Marcelle Abegg, Bari J. Ackerman, Lindsay...

Sewing Supplies Handy Pocket Guide eBook

 Carla Hegeman Crim –– PDF A sewing supplies expert in your pocketThis mini 48 page book is packed with mega information on common sewing tools, supplies, and materials! Best-selling author Carla Crim of Scientific Seamstress...

Free Project: Peaceful Dove Pincushion

Thistle Down Moon eBook

Thistle Down Moon: Fresh Primitive Projects Inspired by an Old Quilt  Maggie Bonanomi –– Primitive artist Maggie Bonanomi has created an exciting new quilt, which inspired a pile of matching pillows. Her Thistle Down Moon mat and rug...

Just Treats, No Tricks eBook

Betsy Chutchian –– Only available as an eBook Just Treats, No Tricks: Bewitching Quilts and More to Celebrate Autumn A colorful patch of pumpkins, a fanciful bat make-do pincushion and more cast a bewitching spell in this celebration of...

Feedsack Secrets eBook

Gloria Nixon ––  Only available as an eBook Feedsack Secrets: Fashion from Hard Times The poverty of the Depression and fabric shortages during World War II made feedsacks highly important to the quilter during the 1930s and 1940s. In...

Stitching with Beatrix Potter

Michele Hill ––Bring Beatrix Potter’s delightful stories to lifeThis book gathers together 10 easy yet elegant projects celebrating the life and talents of Beatrix Potter. With 10 appliqué and 6 embroidery designs, even beginning...

Sew Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

Mary Hertel ––Create more Christmas cheer in less time! Pick your project then pick your block: mix and match 8 super-easy projects with 16 adorable paper-pieced blocks just for Christmas. Simply follow Mary’s clearly illustrated...

Stitched Sewing Organizers

Aneela Hoey ––Whip your sewing area into shapeCelebrate and use your sewing skills with well-known and popular designer Aneela Hoey's 15 stylish yet functional patterns for a wide variety of sewing organizers. Designed to work together, many...

Stabili-TEE Fusible Interfacing

Easy as 1-2-3—cut, press & trim!Add just the right amount of stabilization to your next T-shirt quilt! This lightweight, 100% polyester fusible interfacing is made specifically for stretchy, nonwoven T-shirt material, but it works great on...

Sew a Modern Halloween

Riel Nason ––Scary-chic Halloween decorDecorate your home for Halloween with projects made from 5 easy and stylish block motifs, including skulls, spiderwebs, and spooky eyes! Whether your look is elegant with pretty orange lights and...

Sew Small—19 Little Bags

Jennifer Heynen ––Pretty and practical organizers to sewSew 19 simply embellished projects including a card holder, coin purses, earbud holder, small wallets, pouches and organizers. These cute and useful bags are perfect for holding and...

Cute & Clever Totes

Mary Hertel ––Sassy totes with major purse-onality!With all they do for us, don’t purses deserve to have a little fun? Sew 6 easy bags for your everyday life, each featuring an adorable 8˝ paper-pieced block. Add an airplane pocket to...

The Tunic Bible

Sarah Gunn and Julie Starr ––The only tunic pattern you’ll ever need!Sew the perfect tunic to express your style—from simple and modest to daring and chic! Mix and match collars, neck plackets, and sleeves for an endless variety...

Transfer Embellish Stitch

Jen Fox and Sarah Case ––Create one-of-a-kind projects using these surface designs and techniquesIt’s time for some hands-on surface design with your favorite surface—fabric! Transferring a pretty motif to your sewing project is...

Make Table Runners

A runner for every tableDress up your table with 10 colorful table runners from top designers! Whether you prefer appliqué or patchwork, traditional or modern, fancy floral or geometric designs, you’re sure to find something you’ll...

Sew Illustrated - 35 Charming Fabric & Thread Designs

Notice on Iron On-Transfer Paper in Sew Illustrated purchased before SEPTEMBER 15, 2016  Sew Illustrated books that were purchased before SEPTEMBER 15, 2016 are affected with double sided iron-on transfer paper tear sheets at the back of...

Favorite Fabric Bowls, Boxes & Vases eBook

Linda Johansen ––Quick crafty containers to get you sewingOrganize every room in your home with decorative fabric bowls, boxes, and vases! With 15 projects you can easily make in a day, best-selling author Linda Johansen teaches you to sew...

The Best of Sewing Machine Fun for Kids, 2nd Edition

Lynda Milligan and Nancy Smith ––Share the gift of lifelong sewing skills with the children you loveIntroduce your kids to sewing with 14 boredom-busting projects that teach an invaluable skill they’ll carry with them for a lifetime!...

Favorite Fabric Bowls, Boxes & Vases Print-on-Demand Edition

Linda Johansen ––Quick crafty containers to get you sewingOrganize every room in your home with decorative fabric bowls, boxes, and vases! With 15 projects you can easily make in a day, best-selling author Linda Johansen teaches you to sew...

Tear-Perfect Maker Tape

Judy Gauthier ––You won’t believe how much you can do with this all-purpose tape! Tear-Perfect Maker Tape is gridded so that it tears easily and perfectly in either direction, providing you with just the right amount each time for...

Doll Days! Sew an Everyday Wardrobe for 18" Dolls

Erin Hentzel ––Sew classic doll clothes with modern flairCreate fashion-forward outfits for today’s 18" dolls! Whether you’re sewing for your own dolls or the little doll lover in your life, these mix-and-match styles offer...

Patternless Sewing Mod Style

Patty Prann Young ––Make a fantastic wardrobe custom-fitted to anyone’s measurementsSew a complete wardrobe without pricey paper patterns! Learn the secrets to pattern-free garment making as you measure, cut, and sew for a fabulous fit...

The 3-in-1 Kiki Bag Pattern

Gailen Runge ––Carry just one or carry them all! An exciting bag trio to hold the essentials all day longReady for a bag that does it all? Then it’s time to cut into your favorite fabrics, because this tempting trio includes a tote,...

Cuddle Buddies Animal Softie Pattern

Kirstyn Cogan ––5 squeezable BFFs to warm your heartSnuggable, huggable, and tons of fun to sew! Stitch a quintet of friendly-faced stuffed animals from one simple pattern. Whether you prefer a playful puppy, bouncing bunny, charming kitty,...