I purchased 3 different pin cushions, a cat, owl, & dog, for gifts. They are very well constructed & have real personalities. I gifted the cat to my sister as a gift from her 4 cat babies for Mother's Day & she LOVED it! She only sews occasionally, but was thrilled with it & placed in a special place on her mantle. Looking forward to the reactions of the other recipients. They were shipped securely & promptly.