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How To: Make a Patchwork Pet Bed
We've got a new puppy named Dizzy calling our apartment home, and were in need of a snuggly, pet-specific place for her to hang out and snooze. We're also on a budget (and obedience school wasn't cheap), so we didn't want to spend a lot of money. So we hit the thrift stores for some wool ...
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HAUTE*NATURE — This adorable patchwork pet bed makes me want to get sewing!

How To: Make Your Own Magnetic Matchbooks
Apartment Therapy — ... you'd like to coat both sides of the matchbox at once, just set them on their sides to dry. 4. After the Mod Pordge has dried, apply a dab of E-6000 or another strong glue to a magnet and place it on one side of the matchbox. Allow to dry, then stick the matchbox on your fridge and enjoy! >> View how-to instructions with additional images as slideshow here And be sure to check out Jenny's other inspiring DIY projects from our archives: Jenny Ryan is the recent author of ...

Operation Old Sweater: 10 Great DIY Rescues
EcoSalon — ... Lately, my pug has taken to sleeping in the laundry basket. Why not take your old sweaters and other scraps and make a patchwork pet bed, like Apartment Therapy suggests? Gather an assortment of old sweaters and a pillow and get working on that soft place for your pooch to land. ...

Using Patchwork in Small Doses
Apartment Therapy — ... with basic sewing skills. Even if you've never picked up a needle, don't worry; the ideas in photos #3 and #4 are completely no-sew! Small doses of pieced-together patterns can bring just the right amount of coziness and charm. It also helps if you start thinking of patchwork as something that goes beyond quilts. Click through the links below for more info... • 1 These patchwork cushions from pinsandthimbles are $40 • 2 How To: Make a Patchwork Pet Bed • 3 DIY doormat using FLOR ...

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