Although I knew that Mardi Gras festivities were out of this world, until I stumbled upon this stuffed animal dress, I didn't realize that it was also a costume party as well. Forget those dollar store metallic bead necklaces -- I want to head over to New Orleans just to play dress up.
Designed and created by New Orleans-based crafter Miss Malaprop, the stuffed animal dress looks a lot easier to make once you see the raw materials instead of the finished product. All she used was an oversized denim halter from a nearby thrift store and a plethora of plushies. With a mixture of machine sewing and hand sewing, the stuffed animal dress was born!
Although it's no Kermit the Frog shirt, the stuffed animal dress is definitely impressive.
Playfully Plush Garbs
Miss Malaprop's Stuffed Animal Dress was Made for Mardi Gras 2011
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