Mieko Shindo is a fibre artist known for her adorable animal creations. A lifelong crafter, she made her first crochet doll in 2011, which was an amigurumi version of her dog. After making an amigurumi version of her friend's pet as a gift, she started receiving orders and became addicted to making crochet animals. She loves sharing her original techniques for making these special dolls and has published multiple books in Japan and holds workshops regularly. Visit her website at www.monpuppy.com and find her on Instagram @mieko.monpuppy.
"The magic happens when you add the fur. They are super cute and I love how the author captured the expressions of these dogs. They really do look life-like."" --Ashley Parker, theloopylamb.com ""If you're a dog lover and a crochet enthusiast, then Crochet Your Own Dog by Mieko Shindo is a must-have addition to your crafting library. This delightful book offers a collection of charming crochet patterns that allows you to create your own cuddly canine companions."" --Heather C Gibbs, www.keepcalmandcrochetonuk.com ""Just the thing for dog lovers or those who'd prefer a low maintenance pooch, Crochet Your Own Dog features 14 amigurumi small dog breeds that you can crochet and then 'groom' to create a realistic fluffy finish."" --Inside Crochet Magazine"