Whether you have a dog that runs to the front door whenever you come home or a cat that likes to curl up in your lap whenever you watch television, you understand that the love that you get from your pet is special. If you consider yourself to be a crafty and creative person, you should make these DIY items to show your furry best friend some appreciation.
DIY #1: Comfortable Pet Beds
You should make your dog or cat a sweet little bed so that they can lounge in their own personal spot, without getting pet hair all over your couch cushions or bedspread. You can find some gorgeous crochet patterns for comfortable pet beds and cat nap nests on Yarnspirations, a website designed for people who have a passion for knitting, crocheting and all things crafty. The website will also have every single tool and material that you will need to complete your projects, like hooks, stitch holders and yarn. Before you start planning your pet beds, choose from their amazing range of Bernat yarn colors like berry red, faded denim, eucalyptus and radiant orchid.
DIY #2: Customized Collars
Dogs and cats need to wear a collar so that they can be identified if they stray from home and get lost. Since your furry friend is stuck with wearing their collar for the rest of their life, one of the best DIY projects for your pets is to make, decorate and customize collars just for them. So, take the opportunity to learn how to make a dog collar or cat collar for your beloved pet — once you have the foundation finished, you should add creative designs, attachments and embellishments to set it apart from any items you would find on a store shelf. If you are wondering how you can make the collar more stylish, take these fantastic ideas into account:
- Adding a bow-tie or small necktie
- Gluing on jewels and fake gems
- Sticking on felt flowers
- Fastening on fluffy pompoms
DIY #3: Toys With Treats
It’s always fun to watch your furry best friend chase a ball around or attack a fake mouse until they have tired themselves out. Try making DIY dog toys and cat toys in your spare time instead of buying something at the store — your versions will be cheaper, and you will finish them in no time. For a quick dog toy, take a tennis ball, cut a thin slit into it using a serrated knife and then place your pet’s favorite treats inside. If you own a frisky cat, you can go to the website Yarnspirations and find a pattern for a candy toy made with Lily Sugar N’ Cream yarn. All you have to do is put some dried catnip inside and your pet will be playing with your craft all day long.
Cats and dogs can be sweet roommates, loyal best friends and four-legged family members for their owners. These homemade gifts are simple ways that you can communicate to them just how much you love them.
