using scraps for dog beds
#15
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Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Corpus Christi, Tx.
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I have birthed pillowcases with poly/cotton batting and have also folded large scraps from sheets to make pet beds. They're light enough and dry quickly. I just do a cross hatch/criss cross stitch. I did call the shelters first.
#18
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Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Southwest
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I found an animal rescue group that willingly takes anything I make. They have foster families that host the dogs until they are adopted. This last batch, I made with an outer covering that can be washed. I've asked for feedback and once I receive it, I'll share here. My purpose is to utilize all bits of fabric, etc. If I have to add larger pieces of batting......I'm defeating my purpose. (I'd rather use those larger pieces for placemats, coasters, baby quilts, etc.).
If the shelters are getting specific on what they need, check out rescue groups
If the shelters are getting specific on what they need, check out rescue groups
#20
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Dallas, GA
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We make small quilts using our leftover cotton quilting fabrics and 100% cotton batting or Warm and Natural. No flannel because it does not seem to wear well with all the pulling and tugging and rearranging that the animals are so good at. Cotton thread for sewing and quilting. If threads get loose, the cotton is less likely to harm the animals. Most, but not all, shelters are grateful for any supplies you can provide. The animals thank you!
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