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dogloverx2
New Pal
USA
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 Posted - 12/31/2005 : 4:06:15 PM
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I want to make a dog sweater. I need suggestions on what kind of yarn to use. I would like something soft for a small dog, rather than something too outdoorsy.
I do need something that will wear well and is not too expensive.
Any suggestions will be very much appreciated. |
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SweetKat
Warming Up
USA
79 Posts |
Posted - 12/31/2005 : 5:56:36 PM
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| I made one for my SIL's s**tzu with Cascade 220. It turned out real cute. |
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dogloverx2
New Pal
USA
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Posted - 12/31/2005 : 6:47:10 PM
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Wow, it comes in a lot of colors! Thanks for the suggestion.
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booglass
Permanent Resident
Costa Rica
1987 Posts |
Posted - 01/01/2006 : 08:52:01 AM
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Don't forget to post a pic.......I love dog sweaters but have been forbidden by my hubby from making my pooch one.
bonnie
Check out my blog:
http://www.booglass.typepad.com |
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jaw
Seriously Hooked
USA
669 Posts |
Posted - 01/01/2006 : 09:10:40 AM
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| I would choose some of the "dreaded" acrylic for a dog sweater. I have found that Red Heart softens after it has been washed and dryed with a dryer sheet. I loved my dog (when I had one) but would not spend the money for Cascade 220 for him. He was prone to roll in questionable things when let out. Therefore, the more washable the better. |
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angelsmom
Chatty Knitter
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Posted - 01/01/2006 : 09:40:58 AM
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I made 3 dog sweaters...two from acrylic trimmed in fun fur around the neck, legs and back and then another from wool for my prissy girl who does not make a mess of her coat.
When I make another one, it will be with Dale of Norway Hauk...a teflon coated yarn that repels water. They used in a sweater found in one of my dog sweater books.
Mary |
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mrssuem
Gabber Extraordinaire
USA
456 Posts |
Posted - 01/01/2006 : 09:52:36 AM
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| I offered to make a sweater for my daughter's dog, he's a Golden Retriever and shouldn't need one, but she keeps him shaved (and he looks like a greyhound when he is first done). Why is beyond me because his coat is not too bad at all, unlike his big hairy brother that I have. Oops go carried away. She just kind of looked at me funny when I suggested it, but I think I will any way. I do have a couple of patterns and will probably just surprise her with it. Sue |
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firymist
Chatty Knitter
USA
220 Posts |
Posted - 01/01/2006 : 11:34:30 AM
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Originally posted by angelsmom
When I make another one, it will be with Dale of Norway Hauk...a teflon coated yarn that repels water. They used in a sweater found in one of my dog sweater books.
Mary
Be sure to let us know how it turns out. I've been very intrigued with this yarn, especially for a dog sweater. My spoiled dog has three Noro sweaters, one from silk garden, but he loves his sweaters. He also has about four others, all handknit.
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dogloverx2
New Pal
USA
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Posted - 01/01/2006 : 12:07:41 PM
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Thanks everyone.
Will the natural fibers smell when they get wet? Also, I've been reading about Kool-Aid dyeing. Would the teflon on the Dale of Norway Hauk prevent the dye from being soaked up?
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RobA
Permanent Resident
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Posted - 01/01/2006 : 5:41:29 PM
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I like using Cleckheaton's Country 8 Ply for kids' sweaters and hats, or, if I were inclined to knit for the dog, for his sweaters too. Washable wool, very soft, DK weight. It's a Plymouth yarn and pretty widely available. I would DEFINITELY use something machine washable for the dog.
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rogueknitter
Chatty Knitter
106 Posts |
Posted - 01/02/2006 : 12:25:17 PM
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| Wool/nylon blend sock yarns make warm, durable, and machine washable handknits for dogs. I use double stranded solid colors to do textured, fairly quick-to-knit sweaters (size 6 or 7 needles). The self striping sock yarns would also make cute dog sweaters. |
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eae1969@yahoo.com
USA
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Posted - 01/03/2006 : 12:09:45 PM
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I just made the "Spoilt Rotten" sweater for my aunt's Pekinese for Christmas, along with a little hat. http://www.patonsyarns.com/patternbook.php?PBS=500939 I used Lion Brand Wool Ease worsted--2 skeins of navy, and 1 skein of light gray. It turned out really cute, and only cost me about $6 to make (the yarn was on sale for $1.77/skein at Joann just before Christmas).
Happy Knitting!
Ericka
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Sher
Permanent Resident
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Posted - 01/03/2006 : 12:41:18 PM
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| I have two Bichon Frishes and made them both a cable "aran" sweater which was modeled by a Westie in an old Family Circle Easy Knitting. I used a wool/acrylic Darlaine yarn which is no longer produced but is similar to Wool Ease. They have held up very well. (I think I made them about 5-6 years ago.) I just throw them in the washer and dryer and they come out well. |
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