Watch the video here: Michelle's Fur Project

It was such a pleasure bringing Michelle’s project to life. She brought us two beautiful furs: a black mink coat with a chevron pattern and a brown striped muskrat. She asked us to create 2 jointed teddy bears from the muskrat and a cozy throw that combined both furs. After looking through several layout options, she chose a square black mink center framed with a muskrat border. There was even enough fur left to make two matching pillows. The finished pieces turned out absolutely gorgeous!

See Video Here: Denise's Fur Transformation

Denise sent in a beautiful black mink coat. The coat was well made and was in excellent condition. She wanted to make a throw as well as two bolster pillows. The bolster pillows were made from the sleeves. The original lining and monogram was used for the backing.

Final throw measurement: 44 by 52. 

Final measurement for Bolster pillows: 6 inches in diameter and 18 inches in length.

Loved this Coat!

This was a full length Tanuki Fur Coat. I loved working with this rich and lovely fur. I used the original lining and labels. Final Throw Size: 48 by 50

A tanuki's fur is thick and soft with long black guard hairs atop a medium-brown undercoat. They have a black-tipped bushy tail, and short, rounded ears. Tanuki's are often referred to as a "racoon dog", but they are not related to racoons.

See the video transformation here: Tanuki Fur to a Throw