Woodblock Print Stuffed Dog Kata Kutani as lightning is most often

as lightning is most often observed during the rice harvest season

Machine wash (laundry mesh bag recommended)

resulting in a polished surface that highlights the patterns of the wood grain

If they become wet

sample or overstock yarn that would have been otherwise discarded

Woodblock Print Stuffed Dog Kata Kutani as lightning is most oftenThe rustic and charming dog is printed on cotton using a woodblock and stuffed with rice husks. The rice husks give the perfect amount of volume and firmness to bring the expertly shaped and printed creature to life. Wearing a vest decorated with creeping smartweed and red flower, the dog is one of the animals in the Chinese zodiac. On the bottom is a sticker with the maker's name in Japanese. It makes a nice addition to any animal lover's collection.