Sunday, October 31, 2010

Measure your dog.

At clothes for dogs blog we talked recently about the possibility to design your own dog clothes. Here is a handy complementary article about how to take measurements :

As humans, we also have our own different body types and sizes. The same goes to dogs. You need to know how to take the measurements in order to tailor or purchase dog clothes.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Sew your dog !

Not long ago we discussed the do it yourself attitude at clothes for dogs blog. Here is a very cool forum for those of you that are good with scissors, crochet and so on : 

You can take the knit and crochet patterns that you have made and make a pattern from them. I often do that.  Baby Clothes also make good patterns for dogs.

Thursday, October 21, 2010

A simple dog coat

As the weather is getting colder, the most clothes for dogs considered item is a simple coat. In case you project to make one yourself, you will like this great article :

The coat can be customized with the pet's name, or a word describing his or her personality.

Sunday, October 17, 2010

Stop dog nudity !

This is an echo of our recent article at clothes for dogs blog, for those who still ponder the question of putting clothes on their four legs best friend :

They sleep upon fancy beds which are inscribed with their names, they have a toy box overflowing with expensive toys, their professionally shot photos decorate the walls of their home, and... they're wearing clothes?? Should there be a limit to this personification? Is dog nudity still appropriate for these cherished canine children?

Friday, October 15, 2010

In the mood for clothes for dog crocheting ?

Ok, the cold season is slowly setting itself up. You look at your dog and there comes the idea of having some warm clothes for dogs, and in the same time, you like crocheting. This great article is right for you :

This small to medium dog sweater crochet pattern is a modified and illustrated version of the One-Piece Solid Dog Sweater from Doggone Knit, with our doggie, Pebble, as the model

Monday, October 11, 2010

Custom dog knitting

When you want to design clothes for dogs instead of simply buying them, you can use your stitching, knitting or crochet expertise. Sometimes your dog can event provide the wool, as discussed in this incredible book :

This wryly photographed book contains the knitting patterns for 25 dogs, from the fairly straightforward dachshund to the more challenging old English sheepdog and Afghan hound. You can knit your very own royal corgi, Lassie or even Bo

Sunday, October 10, 2010

Dog shirt

This week at clothes for dogs blog we made a quick post about shirts for dogs. I loved this great complementary and deep article :

Dogs in shirts have become a common sight as more and more people choose to dress their pets, as well as themselves, in a variety of stylish and often practical clothing.

Friday, October 8, 2010

Halloween clothes for dogs

Do you want to get clothes for dogs that are special for Halloween ? You might like this cool article :

you want your dog to be hip and trendy this Halloween... right? You have made a wise choice, Doggie Daddy and Poochie Mama.

Cute dog costume.

Friday, October 1, 2010

The benefits of a dog harness

Clothes for dogs can range from funny things like a message t shirt to classic accessories designed to walk your dog. I liked this article about walking harnesses :

The walking harness was designed with these dogs in mind. A means was needed to make it difficult to pull while not hurting the dog too much

Dog walking harness.