Make Money Dressing Dogs
You can make serious money by turning your old clothes into
one-of-a-kind dog blankets or coats. This is a home business for
the sewing enthusiast.
Dog owners pump millions of dollars into the canine care
industry each year. People love to buy original toys, blankets,
and coats for their furry children.
To create your line of canine fashion wear you will need a
sewing machine, needles, thread, your old clothes, and your
imagination.
Bone up on your knowledge of sewing techniques by reading a good
book on the subject. Also, study the design and materials of the
dog coats and blankets offered for sale in your local pet shops.
Sketch a few ideas of your own. Consider using quilting
techniques to create truly original designs.
You could specialize in making personalized coats/blankets for
small dogs. Think Paris Hilton's Chihuahua with its sparkly
outfits. You could make coats for every season.
Keep in mind your line of canine wear and/or blankets need to be
top quality work. You wouldn't buy a shoddy product and neither
will your customers.
If you own a dog then use Fido as your model to find the right
design you're looking for. Your dog could even be your
supermodel later after you have your fashion line ready to sale.
Imagine your dog parading through a pet shop in his or her
one-of-a-kind coat, pausing now and then to strike a dramatic
pose while wearing a cool expression while you describe the
outfit to your client.
I'm kidding. Well, my dog might do it. She's such a prissy
little diva.
Market your doggy wear by selling at flea markets, dog-related
events, and through your local newspaper. Present your line to
pet shop owners, and those veterinary hospitals that carry dog
coats and blankets. These business people will most likely agree
to carry your line for a certain percentage of the profits.
Always draw up a legally binding contract before conducting any
business transaction.
Once your local marketing efforts are paying off start thinking
globally. Create a web site and market your dog wear to the
entire world!
All this sounds wonderful, but once you run out of your old
clothes where do you get more?
Your friends' and family's closets are a good place to start
looking, with their permission of course. People are usually
grateful to have someone else clean out their closet.
Don't forget to check the attics. People often pack clothes away
and forget about them.
Also, check out garage and estate sales as well as thrift shops.
You can pick up old clothing and bedding for pennies.
Your sewing machine, imagination, and old clothing could soon
have you barking with joy.