Adorable Dachshund Craft Is the Perfect Weekend DIY for Dog Lovers
When hobbies and pets collide, it's a match made in heaven.
Danielle Cremisino, the creativity and brains behind de la crem studio, has made a name for herself and built a following on sharing her beautiful, and easy-to-follow watercolor tutorials on TikTok and Instagram. For fans of dogs who are low and long aka: the Dachshund, she has an absolutely adorable tutorial that would make the perfect crafting moment on a rainy day or a long weekend.
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The sweet DIY was extremely well received, garnering over 3 million views and 254k likes on TikTok. Commenters commended it calling the painting "fun" and a great addition to Cremisino's ongoing watercolor series. So far she has also painted a golden retriever, and fans of her videos are amped to see which dog she'll paint next as on her page.
Why Are Dachshunds So Popular?
Business Insidernamed the Dachshund the new "it dog." Their iconic look is a head turner and people can't get enough of them. Aside from being so cute and whimsical, the undeniable personality in a dachshund is what keeps people fully obsessed with them.
Colloquially known as "wiener dogs," dachshunds are silly, determined, loyal, and totally fearless. They're the definition of a big personality in a small package. Dachshunds are also very loving and affectionate and very much bond with their people, making them the perfect family dog.
On top of all of this, dachshunds are also super intelligent and love to learn new tricks. They make excellent watch dogs, are fairly adaptable and good in new environments, and they also typically get along well with other animals. They're a perfect dog to integrate into the pack.
Dachshunds are fairly consistently ranked as one of the most popular breeds in the United States. Being so cute and funny is the perfect recipe for a furry friend, and dachshunds make the top of the list for good reason.
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This story was originally published May 23, 2026 at 1:30 PM.