Halloween dog bandanas/neckerchiefs for handmade Monday

This week I have been busy preparing for the Robin Hood Game And Country Show which takes place at Newark Showground on the 15th-16th October. It is a fun event for all the family and will host lots of different entertainment from dog shows-in the fab all about dogs zone, Jousting to a medieval village. I really hope the weather is kind! If you attend, please stop by my stand and say hi.

So this last week I have made matching leather leads to go with my saddle stitched collars:

Pink Diamante saddle stitched natural veg tan leather lead from £24
Available in 1/2" and 1" width

Plain saddle stitched natural veg tan leather lead from £22
Also available in 1/2" and 1" width

As it is Halloween at the end of the month I thought I'd get in the 'spirit' and do a few doggy bits. So, I have created some bandanas so your pooch doesn't feel left out should you be throwing or attending a party.

Funny bones dog bandana from £3

Skeleton dog bandana from £3

Multi spooky dog bandana from £3

BIGGEST SELLER! Ship mate dog bandana from £3

You can purchase these direct from my site, or they will be available from my stand at next weekends Robin Hood event. ZukieStyle bandanas work by simply slipping over the dog's collar - this ensures your pup will not return to you minus their new bandana (I've had many people come to me and say the tie on neckerchiefs tend to come loose!) We are also happy to announce that a selection of our bandanas can now be purchased from Pets View lifestyle centre, North Hykeham, Lincoln and Wragby Pet Shop.

And here are some VERY happy pups in their Ship mate bandanas:

Check out Chewie from Dottypig in his new purchase!

Chester

Smudge

We also stock these in our Etsy boutique and ship internationally. If you have a larger dog please email diane@zukiestyle.co.uk for a custom size. We have created bandanas for all sized dogs, most of which can be clipped around the dogs neck by a plastic snap fasten. 

Don't forget to stop by 1st Unique Gifts blog for Handmade Monday and see what lovely products people have created this week.

Well, back to my machine and ta ta for now!

Dee xx

Handmade Monday - saddle stitched leather dog collars

Well, as promised I am finally taking part in handmade Monday again as organised by Wendy from 1st Unique Gifts. Do pop by her blog and see her new awesome Stig and Spider door hangers

After ordering some leather (I went with a natural veg tan) I decided to start adapting my new found leather stitching to my pet accessories. I haven't got the correct skimming equipment yet to start on my bags, so at least with the collars I can use a paring knife and crack on with them. I decided not to dye them as I want them to look quite traditional, as I go on I will be using various dyes and leathers.

The collars below are available in various lengths and two widths at present 1" and 1/2"

Natural plain leather veg tan dog collar from £20



Natural pink diamante veg tan leather dog collar from £22

Natural pink diamante veg tan leather dog collar detail

pink diamante

close up of stitching and keeper detail

Natural spike veg tan leather dog collar from £22

Natural spike veg tan leather dog collar

Spike detail

Keeper and saddle stitch detail


The diamante are a nickel rivet and have been inserted by first creating the hole with a punch and then hammered in place. The nickel spikes are screwed into the pre-punched holes.

All edges have been bevelled and burnished to create a quality finish.

Brass buckles are on order so I will be making that option available shortly! Watch this space :)
I have also created matching leads which will be uploaded ASAP!

You may order these direct off my website www.zukiestyle.co.uk  or simply send me an email at diane@zukiestyle.co.uk stating your specifications and you can pay by direct bank transfer/cheque or paypal.

Thanks for listening
Dee xx