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Living with dogs at home is synonymous with joy and a guarantee of receiving affection on a daily basis. Especially in apartments, dogs literally have to live under the same roof as their owners, so it is important to have a comfortable dog bed at home so that your best friend can take a nice nap.
Pet stores offer a multitude of pet beds, but, in many cases, the price is absurdly high. But, this is not an obstacle for your puppy not to have a very comfortable bed: you can make one for him. Check out some cool ideas to make a bed at home, saving money and making the item according to your style: your pet will have a good night's sleepvery nice!
Do-it-yourself: 8 dog bed designs
Now it's time to get to work! Get your sewing machine or your hand needles ready to start making the bed for your best friend.
1. cheap dog bed made from sweatshirt
One of the most economical ways to make a dog bed is to use an old sweatshirt that you have at home (you know that piece that is stored in the back of the closet? That is the one you will need).
And even those who have no experience or don't know how to sew can follow this tutorial, because instead of machines or needles, you will use a tape called "instant hemming" to glue instead of sewing.
The cool thing about this tutorial is that you can even learn how to make a template that can be used as a stamp so that you can have your sweatshirt printed and your bed personalized.
2. bed for dogs made from jeans
In this tutorial, you will learn how to take the measurements to make a bed for your dog, including how to make the front of the bed smaller in height, as if it were a doorway for the dog.
See_also: Attic: 60 references to help you make the most of this space in the houseYou will need a sturdier fabric, for example thin jeans, TNT, a nylon sheet, five zippers, and siliconized blanket for filling.
Zippers are important so that you can remove the padding when you need to wash the bed.
3. dog bed made from tires
One of the materials that are gaining strength in the making of handicrafts and decorations are tires - and even creating a pet bed is possible with them!
In some cases, depending on the size of your pet, it will be important to cut the side of the tire, thus increasing the area.
For the cushion, sew a piece of TNT that fits in the center of the tire and fill it with acrylic blanket. To make it easier, you can use a pillow or a cushion that is left over at home.
4. dog bed made from wood
In this tutorial, you will see how to create a dog bed made out of plastic crates. The feet of the bed are made out of plastic pots, and you should line them with rubber so they don't get slippery.
It is important to sand the piece very well so that no piece of wood can poke the puppy. Round the edges of the crate to ensure greater safety for your dog. Use a pillow to act as the mattress of the bed and keep your pet warm. After all the assembly, you will paint the bed in your favorite color using latex paint.
5. dog cushion
How about making a super cute pillow for your dog to lie on during the day? If you love hand sewing, this tutorial is perfect for you!
The pillow looks modern and comfortable - if you want, make more variations and spread them around your living room and bedroom, as they go with many kinds of decoration.
The materials needed are: 100% cotton interlining fabric, tricoline fabric, anti-allergenic silicon fiber, hand needle, sewing thread, pins, tape measure, fabric scissors, and small finishing scissors.
6. dog mattress
The mattress is a practical option for dogs to lie down and rest, and is much simpler to make than a zippered bed, for example.
All you need is to buy a piece of foam, or take a piece from an old children's mattress lying around the house, some TNT to line the foam, Velcro to close it, and fabric.
Choose a very soft fabric, such as soft or melton (which looks like a sweatshirt) so that the mattress is very comfortable. If you prefer, buy a piece of leather so that the bed is resistant to the possible drooling of your pet.
7. dog bed made from PVC pipe
The materials used for making this bed are: fabric, a PVC pipe bar, Ts for connecting the pipes, 90° bends, several flat-headed screws, which are easier to attach to the fabric, a screwdriver, hammer, and screwdriver.
See_also: 60 E.V.A. Crafts models to inspire your productionThe tighter the fabric, the firmer and more comfortable the bed will be for your pet.
8. dog bed for sofa
If your pet likes to stay on your sofa, you may have to keep cleaning and removing the pet's hair wherever it goes. One way to prevent it from spreading too much hair on the furniture is to make a bed that works as a protector for the sofa.
You will need a zipper, acrylic blanket to fill the sides, and an old comforter to fill the base of the bed.
45 dog bed designs
You have already seen how easy and inexpensive it is to make a dog bed at home. Now, it is time to get inspired and see ready-made models to use as a basis for creating your own pieces!
1. soft bedding = restful and pleasant sleep for your dog
2. bet on cheerful color combinations
3. it is worth making the lower part with leather for the bed to be warmer
4. use your creativity when choosing the fabrics
5. the newspaper prints are modern and match in pet beds
6. crown print for the princess of the house
7. ruffles and bows on the dog's bed, yes!
8. the dark shades help to hide some dirt
9. the real bed to stay in the corner
10. warm fabrics to keep your pet warm in winter
11. soft and other plush fabrics are good choices
12. all worked on unicorns
13. skull print for the dog bed
14. merge the patterns for the inner, outer and side bases
15. real hot dog
16. bed for dog made from tire
17. cut a piece of the tire to facilitate the entrance of the pet
18. if you prefer, cover the tire with fabric
19. with a tire, you can make a cheap and sustainable bed
20. use latex paint to paint the tire and personalize the bed
21. take the measurements to a carpenter and make a beautiful bed
22. how about applying your pet's name on the bed?
23. mdf is an interesting material for making dog beds
24. simply place a comfortable pillow for the dog to sleep on
25. paint the wood with the colors you wish
26: Sofa Pads help keep your furniture hair-free
27. for something more discreet, use a fabric in a similar shade to the sofa
28. sofa protected with this type of pet bed
29. they love a warm bed
30. igloo beds are very warm
31. place a small mattress on top of the bed and make a burrow
32. dog bracket with pallet base
33. a blanket goes well with the mattress
34. a very comfortable pillow for your dog
35. simply remove the pillowcase and wash
36. choose synthetic and antiallergic fibers to cover the pillows
37. plaid print used on the dog pillow
38. there are super different models, but very charming
39. cushion or puff? it's your dog who decides
40. Is this bed comfortable?
41. those who are good at crocheting can make a very special bed for their pet
42 - Even the sousplat matches the bed
43. a charming dog bed made of synthetic fiber
44. stylish pet bed idea
45. puppy blogger has a tent
With cheaper materials, you can make a bed for your little friend yourself! If besides the beds you are thinking of having outdoor houses, check out a list of inspirations for wooden dog houses to keep your pet warm and protected all year round.
