How to Make Dog Clothes or Dog Shoes

Clothes and shoes are not just for people. Dogs can wear clothes and shoes that will match their personality as well as their owners. Finding the right apparel may be difficult. Clothing and shoes might not always fit the dog or they might not appeal to the dog owner's sense of style. To avoid this problem, make your dog his very own clothes or shoes. With a little creativity and time, you can make your dog an outfit you will be proud of.

Things You'll Need

  • Measuring tape
  • Needle
  • Thread
  • Pattern
  • Beads
  • Sequins
  • Sewing macine
  • Scissor
  • Fabric
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Instructions

    • 1

      Decide what type of outfit you would like your dog to wear. Your dog can wear just about any type of clothing a human can wear such as dresses, shorts and coats.

    • 2

      Measure your dog's body and feet with a measuring tape so you will know how many yards of material you will need.

    • 3

      Purchase items needed to make your dog's clothes and shoes such as fabric, beads and sequins. These items are available at your local craft store. Remember to purchase a pattern to make the clothes. Use the measurements of your dog to determine which pattern you will need. If you do not have a sewing machine or needle and thread, you will need to purchase those as well.

    • 4

      Cut the fabric in accordance to your dog's measurements and the pattern's instructions.

    • 5

      Use a need and thread or sewing machine to sew your dog's clothes or shoes. It will be quicker if you use a sewing machine.

    • 6

      Try the shoes or clothes on the dog to make sure that they fit. If the don't, make the necessary alterations so they will fit your dog. You may have to add more material if they are too small or you will have to remove some of the material if they are too big.