Sewing for Cats and Dogs

Sewing for pets can be fun and rewarding.  From simple easy sewing projects to difficult designer patterns, your pet can be the best-dressed friend around.

With the Internet it is now very easy to find free sewing patterns for pet costumes and accessories.  If you have a cat you could just type sewing for cats or a similar phrase in the search engine and find all types of things you could try.

Free dog patterns for sewing:

1. A good sewing project to begin with is a dog bandanna.  To make one you’ll need approximately ½ yard of fabric (enough to make two or three), thread, scissors, and dressmaker or quilter’s pins.
2.  Cut fabric in a square approximately 15 inches by 15 inches.  Press evenly to remove wrinkles.  Press and fold ¼ inch all the way around.  Press and fold another ¼ inch.  Pin carefully.  Stitch around entire scarf, being sure to pivot needle in corners for continuous stitching.  When you have finished sewing press again, fold in a half triangle, and tie around your dog’s neck. 
3. You could also make bandannas in the same way for your cat or miniature dog by adjusting the measurements.  For instance, you could cut the square of fabric 9 inches by 9 inches and follow the same instructions to make a much smaller item.

Sewing for Cats:

Cat dresses and jackets are very popular today.  Many people are buying items for miniature dogs too.  Measure dog or cat and find a number of free sewing patterns on the Internet available for sale or    download. 

Try a bonnet for your kitty or a skirt for Fifi.  There are patterns for leashes, bags, collars and blankets - there is no limit to what you can make for your best friend.  The choice is up to you!