True dog lovers always try to give their pets only the best. Today, specialized stores offer a wide selection of pet products, including clothing for dogs. Such clothes are represented by a variety of blankets, sewn from drap and velvet, costumes representing fairy-tale heroes, and cute jumpsuits of various colors with embroidery, rhinestones and other decor elements. In such stores you can even buy shoes for a four-legged friend, but not all dog lovers can afford such outfits.
However, there is still a way out of the situation. Those who want to dress their beloved pet in a stylish suit need only try a little and stock up with the necessary materials. After all, clothing for dogs with their own hands is not only interesting, but also economical, in addition, such an outfit will be truly exclusive, because you can’t buy it in any store.
Today there are many online communities where dog lovers post photos of their work with a detailed description of the process of creating a pet outfit and patterns. Those who are interested in clothing for dogs with their own hands, it is best to choose patterns based on the characteristics of a particular breed. It is also necessary to decide which type of needlework is more interesting and suitable for making clothes for a pet: knitting or sewing outfits from fabric.
Knitted clothes for dogs, made with their own hands, involves a standard set of outfits - hats and blankets, but sewing involves a wider selection - shirts, trousers, overalls, caps and much more.
Fashionable clothing for four-legged pets, as well as clothing intended for people, is represented by a wide variety of styles and models. However, when sewing, several types of standard patterns are mainly used.
In order to correctly calculate the pattern parameters, you need to take accurate measurements from the pet. For example, to sew a jumpsuit, you need to measure the length of the dog, starting from the collar and ending with the base of the tail, as well as the distance from the ribs to the front legs - the depth of the chest. Then take a standard pattern of overalls for dogs and tailor it to specific sizes. Clothing for dogs, created with their own hands, requires trying on, as well as outfits that are sewn for people.
The width of the parts on the legs is adjusted during the fitting process, pulling the elastic to the drawstring to the required size. Clothes for dogs, sewn with their own hands, must necessarily have cutouts for the tail and genitals. After all the parts are connected together, you can decorate the jumpsuit with a belt or original decorative trim.
Knitted clothes for dogs with their own hands are made according to the same principle, patterns of which are quite simple to find on specialized sites. However, it must be borne in mind that knitted products tend to stretch.
Self-made clothes for dogs can become quite a profitable business if you take this matter seriously. Sewing clothes for dogs and cats can be done at home, this option is suitable for women on maternity leave or for those who still can not find work in their specialty.