Made in Vermont Conway Doll

Last month I picked up a free local newspaper at the grocery store, and my eyes were drawn to a story about a lady who lives 15 minutes away from me that makes soft felt dolls of TV and movie characters.

As I read the article I couldn't help but wonder if she might be able to make a Conway doll, and when I saw that Tyler Mahan Coe (of country music podcast Cocaine & Rhinestones fame) asked her to make a doll of him, I knew country music stars just might be on her radar too.

I visited the shop's Facebook page to see more of her creations, and lo and behold, she had already made a Conway doll over the summer! I messaged her that very night to ask if she could make another, placed my order, and 3 weeks later a Conway plushy was in my hands.

I knew he would be adorable, but he was even more adorable than I imagined. I think I said "OMG!" out loud 50 times after opening the package. He's incredibly well made, and I especially love the CT necklace stitched right into his chest. I'm keeping him on my bed with my pair of Conway pillows, but he's also substantial enough to stand up using a doll stand.

While I would've bought the plushy anyways, the fact that it's 100% handmade by a Vermont artisan makes it an even more special addition to my collection. Made in Vermont is a very popular slogan here in my home state, and I couldn't be happier with my Made in Vermont Conway doll.

To bring home your own Conway plushy, visit Deep Cut Creations on Etsy!

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