Just a quick check-in from Plushpanions HQ! Here's where things stand as we move into the heart of summer production.

I also wanted to share that we are still receiving pre-orders for these little critters! Each Eclipse Pal that reached their goal, has received at least one pre-order after they reached their goal! How awesome is that?!

 Monty is currently undergoing safety testing! This phase always takes a bit of time, and can vary seasonally depending on lab queues, so thank you so much for your patience. We’re keeping everything moving on our end and will keep you posted as he clears the final steps before production wraps.

 Laisy is still getting their wardrobe fitted! We’re working closely with our factory to finalize their custom clothing pieces. These have been a bit more intricate due to the flexible design (to fit future Plushpanions with or without wings and tails), but we’re making great progress. And, knowing my luck, I’ll probably receive a batch of new photos the moment I send this update. 😅 But I wanted to catch up with you all in the meantime!

 Dottie is officially underway! Her fur fabric is being received as we speak, and I couldn’t be more excited to share her final color. Check it out—it’s soft, rich, and perfectly captures her Halloween-loving spirit... certainly, her love for chocolate! 🖤🧡

Fun Fact Reminder: Death's-Head Hawkmoths actually do have a sweet tooth! They're often found in beehives, snacking on honey.

 I’ve officially placed orders for all your stickers, including the sticker stamp sheet, Eclipse Pals character stickers, and the Plushpanions logo stickers! These will be printed as sticker sheets, so the stickers will be kiss-cut (easy peel!), but still retain their unique shapes and outlines.

Next up, I’ll be ordering the postcard prints and metal pins, which will round out the last of the add-ons. Everything’s falling into place smoothly. Thank you again for responding to surveys and being so supportive along the way!

 We've had about nine missed payments through BackerKit recently. If you received a notification about a failed charge, please take a moment to double-check your payment method. If not resolved, your order (including any freebies) could be canceled, and I’d really hate for you to miss out! 

If you need help, feel free to reach out to BackerKit or to us via email or Discord! 

 I’ll continue to keep you updated as Monty progresses, but I’m hopeful to have him in hand by late July to early September, right in time for Galaxycon: Nightmare Weekend in Richmond! This event is taking place at the Richmond Convention Center from October 17th - 19th, so If you’re attending, come say hi! 👋

 Now for a little peek at what’s coming next...

Our Spring 2026 campaign, Fabled Friends, is in its early stages, and we already have over 50 followers! Digby Dragon (our first cozy companion of the series) is being prototyped along with some exciting adventure accessories. Once his prototype is a success, I’ll be moving forward with a Gnolan prototype too. I want this launch to feel magical, adventurous, and worthy of your support from day one!

This new campaign will include exciting new features—like the ability to mix and match your Plushpanion’s accessories! We’re working toward unlocking armor sets, backpacks, potions, and of course, more mythical friends along the way.

Thank you again for being part of this journey — your kindness, patience, and enthusiasm keep this moth-fueled dream going. I’ll be back soon with more updates as everyone gets suited up and ready to fly! 💚

Lots of Love! 💚
L

Hey Wild Ones!

I'm about to run to the second day of my convention show this weekend, but I wanted to make a mini update that we are just 6 pre-orders away from Dottie being fully funded!

Thank you for all of your support and excitement. 💚

🦋 Pre-order now or share this link with your friends to get Dottie over the finish line, and I'll keep giving out cards today!


Let's Go!!
L

Hey Wild Ones,

I hope you’re doing well, and thank you so much for your continued patience. I've had a packed schedule of shows and quite a bit of logistical wrangling—much of it to plan around tariffs that, in the end, were basically reversed. While that’s great news overall, the course correction took a lot of time and energy to navigate.

That said, I didn’t want to wait any longer to share some really exciting progress!

 Monty is officially ready to begin production! 🎉 We're currently finalizing some negotiations from a previous order, but once those are settled, the factory can begin work. This is a huge milestone, and I’m thrilled to finally move forward with him!

 Laisy is fluttering along nicely! Right now, we're working on their outfit, which is being designed to accommodate characters with or without wings and tails. This will be the most complex clothing piece we’ve tackled so far, but it’ll be well worth the effort—this pattern will become the foundation for many future outfits.

You may also notice there are no stars on the current blazer sample. We’re experimenting with a hybrid approach: printing the map details and smaller stars to avoid overstimulating textures, and embroidering the larger stars for contrast and durability. This middle ground should help the design remain detailed yet gentle on the eyes and hands.

You may notice their white shirt is a bit small, especially with the fluffed chest piece, and the blazer doesn't quite close yet. This is a work in progress, so your patience is appreciated, as always!

 Earlier, I mentioned we're wrapping up some negotiations. That’s related to the previous Kidd Krampus order, where unfortunately, several plushies arrived with tears—most likely due to shipping damage. I’m actively working on solutions to prevent them from going to waste and am coordinating with the factory on a fair compensation plan.

The silver lining? Thanks to how this order was handled, the number of pre-orders needed to fund Dottie has decreased! We now need just 45 total pre-orders, and we’re only 12 away from making her a reality. I’ll be at a show this weekend doing my best to help get us across the finish line!

🦋 Pre-order now or share this link with your friends!

 Add-Ons such as stickers and pins haven’t been ordered yet—I'm just waiting on a few final survey responses. Once June 1st hits, we'll be locking things in and checking if Dottie has met her pre-order goal. At that point, cards will be charged for shipping and any extras shortly afterward.

🗓️ Heads-up: If your survey is complete, you can expect your card to be charged soon after June 1st!

🦋 If you pre-ordered Dottie, and we don't meet our goal: Dottie will be removed from your order and you will not be charged for her.

 If you pre-ordered Kidd Krampus through the Plushpanions/WildnCrafty website, your golden metal pin freebie has already been added to your order. If you don’t see it listed or have questions, feel free to reach out via [email protected] or open a ticket in our Discord server—we’re happy to help.

Thank you again for your support, your patience, and your excitement. I can’t wait to see these little moths spread their wings and head to their forever homes soon! 💚

Happy Upcoming Pride Month!
L 🌈

I'm sneaking in with a quick update on prototypes! In short: we’re waiting on one final material to arrive in order to wrap up Monty’s apron. This new material is part of the improved snap feature on the neck. Because child-safe snaps are larger, we had to experiment with a different size/material for the neck and waist straps. It's a bit of a long-term time investment, but once we find the right fit, we’ll be all set for future designs!

Also in this update: an adorably fluffy Laisy prototype reveal ~ read on for details!

Laisy’s prototype is coming along swimmingly! Their body is all fixed up, and the team is now working on the attached shapes, like those on the head, chest, and back.

Check them out! THEY'RE SO FLUFFY!

We’re really just waiting on Monty’s apron now! As mentioned earlier, we’re testing a new snap feature with a different strap material, rather than Velcro, and once that’s sorted, Monty will be locked in.

Did I mention the candle is a go?! While the original wax-drip shapes on top weren’t possible at this scale, I love the middle-ground solution: a thick embroidered outline! We also added a unique safety feature—the “flame” is embedded into the top of the candle. This makes it less likely to be pulled off while enhancing the look of the melting, “floofy” candle-top design.



One of my favorite aspects about plush design is that while there are limitations, there are also magical solutions to meet each challenge. Every project deepens my understanding of the process and helps shape not just my perception of plush-making, but the direction of Plushpanions as a whole. It’s a very rewarding, symbiotic relationship.

Currently, reprints of the moth stickers and moth heart pins are being inspected by US customs. They should arrive soon, hopefully this week ( they were originally scheduled to arrive last week ). But with customs rules shifting daily… realistically, it could be up to two weeks.

As for the rest of the Add-Ons: postcards, stamp stickers, metal pins, and more, I’m holding off on placing those orders until we secure a Canadian business address. The US tariffs would absolutely melt us, even though these items are imported from the UK and not China, the Tariffs affect us from both regions. Waiting a little also gives us a chance to reassess the order quantities once all Pay Over Time pledges have fully processed. Thankfully, the turnaround time on printed items is short, so this delay shouldn’t impact fulfillment dates.

We’re still sitting at 31 pre-ordered Dotties in the Pre-Order store! I’ve got a few more shows lined up to spread the word before the final funding deadline. I’ll keep you updated every step of the way—I just have a really good feeling about her!


As always, thank you for your support! I can’t wait to send your little moths flying off to their new homes once they’re all packed up and ready to leave the cocoon. 💚

Best,
L