Iowa Van Meter Monster, cryptid plush, small doll

$15.00
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Product will be ship in 1-3 days from order placement.

About this Product

There are monsters for every state!  Prices vary according to the detail of the monster.

The Van Meter Monster of Iowa is an inspired chibi at 6 inches tall (not including horn) and a 9 inch wingspan

All chibis are spot clean only, made for cuddling and soft play.

“The noise opened up again, as though Satan and a regiment of imps were coming forth for battle,” wrote a reporter for the Des Moines Daily News after the area’s resident man-shaped bat escaped into a mine shaft. Thankfully, the Van Meter Monster (and his imps) must have just been leaving, as they’ve not been spotted since.

The Van Meter Monster has been described by a handful of citizens as a human-shaped beast with giant bat wings. It’s said that on the monster’s head was a horn that glowed like a searchlight.

Stitch Monkey

La Habra, CA
Welcome to Stitch Monkey!  I create stuffed animals, cryptids and custom plushies. New products will be added monthly.  Contact me for custom orders.Check out TikTok, Instagram and FB for more photos of creations and products!
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Meet the Maker

In 2011 my mom bought me a sewing machine. She knew I had been an avid fan of "Project Runway" and thought it'd be fun if I was able to make things with my kids. It started out with Barbie clothes, pj shorts and a few shirts.

Next thing you know I was making plushies for my kids. The requests were for toys they couldn't find in chain stores. Starting with a few unique plushies for my kids turned into friends requesting gifts. As of January of 2015, I had a few family members inspire me to start a shop. Everything I list here is handmade.

I take pride in challenging my skills and love working with others to make custom creations. Although my main focus is with dolls, stuffed toys and chibis, I also sew and sell other items such as bags, totes, baby blankets and many other custom creations that are too many to list here, so I post on TikTok, Instagram and on Facebook as well.

I hope that you enjoy my creations as much as I do making them for you!

Check out TikTok, Instagram and FB for more photos of creations and products!

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Christina

Shop Policies

All custom orders are priced on an individual basis. The pricing is based on size, materials, detail and time. I try to offer at least 2-3 options on custom orders to work with what you want and your price range. Doll are generally offered in 4 sizes; 4", 8", 12" and 15". Animal shapes are discussed according to size. I have created other custom items that are not typical such custom pics and artwork. I've even made a toaster and a corgi with unicorn horns!

Once the custom order is agreed upon, I will create a private custom listing just for you!

All my items created are spot clean only. They plushies and dolls are made for soft cuddling and not rough house play.

Yes! You can message me for orders that are not currently listed. I make memory gifts, bags, totes, wallets and blankets.

Returns and refunds are only within 30 days of receiving item.

Buyer is responsible for return shipping costs and any loss in value if an item isn't returned in original condition.





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Shop Reviews (2)

I love my little otter! The maker was quick to answer my questions and in delivering my new little plush, and the quality is amazing. Thank you for your work!

Heather Turci

01/31/2024
The maker was excellent and helpful, my Jersey Devil arrived fast and is great quality. I'm really happy with my purchase. I'll be ordering more because the different ones will be awesome as a collection, thank you!

Stephanie Smith

08/08/2023
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