The Doggie Nanny Boutique is open

Being a small dog lover has taken me down many roads. From pet sitting, to pet photography and now to pet fashion designer!  I am happy to announce the opening of The Doggie Nanny Boutique!

One of a kind items, handmade my me are on sale through this popular site where people sell unique items not found anywhere else.  I am especially proud of my Mini Top Hats which start out as a flat piece of felt and are sewn and decorated into a one-of-a-kind miniature hat that can be used for pets, dolls and even as newborn photography prop!

Great gifts for pet lovers, my items are made from quality materials, hand sewn and crafted by me!

After years of sewing my own clothing, drapes, pillows etc, I took on pet fashion as well and that led to the hat collection.  More hats to come!  They are just about my favorite thing to make now.

Be sure to visit my boutique and tell your friends!

Click here to visit The Doggie Nanny Boutique

Finding Inspiration for The Doggie Fashion Show of the Year in NYC! | The New York Pet Fashion Show

Getting inspired for the 2014 New York Pet Fashion Show!

(Formerly know as the Pre-Westminster Dog Fashion Show) 

How do you get ideas for a new design? 

The theme of this year's NYC Dog Fashion show is

 "Crown Jewels of Fashion and Rescue"

One way to start a new design is to look for inspiration from the past.

I found some images for inspiration for a doggie gown

If I have time, I plan on sewing a few costumes.

To start, I have some embroidered silk that I think would make a beautiful skirt to a doggie gown, with a coordinating silk for the bodice.  I pulled some bling from my embellishment box and began to work out a design.

This is where I started:

And the final result:

Bella's Gown for the New York Pet Fashion Show

Bella's Gown designed and sewn by The Doggie Nanny

Here are some beautiful gowns and jewels I found for inspiration.Visit my Pinterest board for more inspiration.

When I think of "Royal" red velvet and white silk seem to come to mind immediately, so I think I will have to create something in that color scheme too! 

 

The Doggie Fashion Show of the Year in NYC!

Getting ready for the New York Pet Fashion Show!

(Formerly know as the Pre-Westminster Dog Fashion Show)

Click here to see video from the Feb 7, 2014 event

There are some things that we indulge ourselves in that, well let's face it-- are not necessary-- but they add a great deal of pleasure to our lives.  A Pet Fashion Show, (yes I will admit it's a frivolous) is something I love to attend and be a part of. As a small dog lover, it is just plain fun, and a portion of the proceeds goes to help animal rescue.

A couple of years ago, I had the honor to be one of the designers on the runway for a fundraiser for Yorkie911 Rescue, Inc.  It was my first time as a "Pet Fashion Designer" and I really didn't know how to present myself or my designs on the runway, but I learned from watching the other experienced and well known "Dog Couture" designers.  If I ever have the pleasure of being invited to participate in another pet fashion show, I will be sure to not be shy and hide behind the curtains! I will strut out on the Red Carpet with mutts and pups who model in my designs-- just like the other designers do!

Animal lovers, those involved in Pet Fashion and Animal Rescue are making plans to attend the Annual New York Pet Fashion Show--Feb 7th, 2014.  

For many involved in the dog world, this event it is the start of an exciting, dog-centered week in New York City --held the Friday before the NYC Westminster events commence.

This year's theme "Crown Jewels of Fashion And Rescue" is sure to inspire many unique costumes for both fur babies and their humans. Some people go to great lengths and expense to wow their friends with imaginative and creative costumes --for themselves and their dogs. The Press is sure to be there with coverage on Television, and photos that are shared throughout the world on the web and social media.  


I myself have been looking for inspiration for the dog dress that my little Bella will wear. Of course my little Bella will attend the Ball!  Only the best for Bella! 

I created a board on Pinterest to inspire my imagination.  Click here to view my board. 

I have pulled out the beautiful tapestries and embroidered silks I have collected for my doggie designs and picked out bling for embellishments. My extra bedroom has been transformed into my sewing room once again; I started to layout some ideas on today on my canine mannequin and this week the cutting and sewing will begin. Let the thread fly!

I am excited to see the doggie couture inspired by this year's theme, and how humans accompanying their pets will be decked out!  It should be a royal affair!

Contact phone number is 646 202 3807 to reach Gregg Oehler, Chairman on the NY Pet Fashion Show.

Click here to purchase tickets.

Why do people love to dress up little dogs? | Clothing for Dogs

I love to search online for outfits for my little 4lbs Yorkie. Every now and then, I just have to buy something new for my little girl!

When ever I go to a department store, I take a quick trip to the baby section and imagine what a "doggie version" of a baby outfit would look like.

You might be surprised at the huge variety of dog clothes available. From high end, one-of-a-kind couture dresses, to inexpensive, mass produced items, whatever your budget-- there's an outfit for you beloved pet!