| Pet Sweater |
From "DIY Kids"
episode DIK-310 |
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Materials: 1/2 yd. fleece material
Scissors
Ruler
Marker
Nylon straps
Hook-and-loop tape
Hot glue
Acrylic or fabric paint
Brushes - Measure your pet.
LENGTH: Measure your pet from the center of the front of the chest, under the neck, to the base of the tail. To that measurement add at least 3" (or more, depending on how broad your pet's chest is). WIDTH: Measure your pet's middle, around the chest, from the left side to the right side, NOT ALL THE WAY AROUND. We found that for a small pet -- around 10 pounds -- 15" x 13" worked. For a medium pet -- around 40 pounds -- 27" x 24" worked well. - Measure and cut a rectangle out of fabric to the measurements.
- Fold fabric in half lengthwise and cut one end of the corners so they are rounded (figure A). This will end up at the pet's tail.
- While the fabric is still folded lengthwise, cut out half of a U-shape from the other end (figure B). Measure in about 3"-5" from the edge when you cut and go about 6"-8" deep, depending on the size of your pet.
- Cut nylon straps about 5" to 7" long, again depending on the size of your pet.
- Hot-glue a strap to each side of the sweater near the middle (figure C).
- Onto each strap, hot glue a piece of hook-and-loop tape about 3" in length. Make sure when you do this that one piece is facing up and the other is facing down. The straps will need to overlap when you wrap them around your pet to close.
- Hot glue two more pieces of hook-and-loop tape, about 3" in length onto the front tabs of the U. Again, one set will face out and one set will face in so they will close properly.
- Decorate the sweater with paint, if desired.
Tips: - Always have an adult supervise when you are using scissors and a glue gun.
- Remember: measure twice and cut once.
Products: All products available at craft, art and all-purpose stores nationwide.
RESOURCES :
Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats
Model: 0875962432
Author: Richard H. Pitcairn
(1995)
To order this title from Amazon.com, click here.
Rodale Press
Red Oak, IA 51591
Phone: 515-242-0282
Paw Prints: Make a Plaster Mold of Your Pet's Paw!
Model: 0816763097
Author: Troll Association Editors
(2000)
To order this title from Amazon.com, click here.
Troll Communications LLC (Troll Book Clubs)
Memphis, TN 38118
Phone: 800-541-1097
Fax: 888-718-7655
How to Talk to Your Cat (Talk to Your Pets)
Model: 0060279680
Author: Jean-Craighead George
(March, 2000)
To order this title from Amazon.com, click here.
HarperCollins
New York, NY 10022
Phone: 212-207-7000
Fax: 212-207-7145
How to Talk to Your Dog (Talk to Your Pets)
Model: 0060270926
Author: Jean-Craighead George
(March, 200)
To order this title from Amazon.com, click here.
HarperCollins
New York, NY 10022
Phone: 212-207-7000
Fax: 212-207-7145
GUESTS :
Dr. Jeff Ward
Veterinarian
3832 Monroe Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28205
Phone: 704-334-4684
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