Handmade toy dog from alice appleI’m what you would call a dog person. How could I not be when it comes to these adorable plush sausage dogs over at British etsy shop alice apple? These amazing stuffed animals, with their funky, retro fabrics, will stand out amongst any kid’s menagerie of ordinary teddy bears.

Candy (shown) is handmade from 1950’s style Swedish linen and a cute felt nose — however, Alice buys fabrics from all over the world so no two are exactly alike, and her merchandise is always changing. She’ll also custom make toy elephants and owls that are so cute I just want to buy them for myself.

Besides, as we all know, anything coming from England is instantly just a little more fabulous. -Betsy

[via b: kids, the awesome new blog from bloesem!]

Find fabulous stuffed friends at alice apple on Esty – and if you don’t see what you want, check her past sales for ideas.