How to Make Clothes for a Pet

Making clothes for your pet is easy and fun. Your pet will love all of the extra attention it gets from you in its new outfit. You can design your own outfits or find patterns for a costume you'd like to make for your pet.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Pattern
• Fabric
• Measuring tape
• Sewing supplies

1. Find a pattern. Most stores that sell clothing patterns also have a section devoted to pet clothing patterns. Or you can buy patterns online or even find free patterns on the Internet.

2. Measure your pet. Use measuring tape to get neck, chest, leg and inseam measurements. The pattern you selected will have detailed instructions for any other measurements you might need. Write these measurements down and them with you to shop for fabrics.

3. Get fabric. Craft stores have great selections of fabrics, and if your pet is small you might be able to buy remnants instead. Be sure the fabric is durable, washable and will be comfortable for your pet to wear. Or use old clothes you have around to the house to save money.

4. Cut your patterns and fabric and be sure the clothes will fit your pet before your start sewing. Make any alterations to the pattern that might be necessary and then pin your hems and seams.

5. Sew it and show it! After you finish your new pet outfit, take your pet out to show off the new duds. You and your pet will be the talk of the town.

Resources

• Free pet patterns
• Great tips on pet clothes