Showing posts with label pets. Show all posts
Showing posts with label pets. Show all posts

Tuesday, May 31, 2016

How to Make Your Pet’s Areas Look Stylish


Feeding Area
We all know how messy and unattractive a pet’s feeding area can become. There are a few ways to combat this issue. One way is creating a specific place for your pet food to be stored. You can even make this the same place as where your pet eats. In the photos below, you can see come crafty ways of accomplishing this. One shows a trunk being used to store the food with holes cut in the top for the food bowls to sit, which is a great way to keep the mess contained. 
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Attractive + Durable Beds
Pet beds are another place that can become unsightly in your home. Below are some examples of some fun ways to make this area more attractive. There are all types of “bases” you can put your pet’s bed into that will create a more finished look. Everything from pallets to bourbon barrels are good examples of how you can make them more appealing. Although it can be tempting to simply buy the cutest or fluffiest bed you can find, durability and cleaniblility should be important factors in your buying decision as well. 
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Storage 

Storage is a key factor in keeping your pets area stylish as well as organized and functional. People have come up with some clever ways to create storage for pet areas. One of the photos below shows where someone has turned an old cabinet into a fabulous area to store all of their pets needs. Fun baskets and bins are always another good option for you pet storage needs. 
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For more ideas on how to make your pet's area look stylish check out this week's video here

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Going to the Dogs

There are a lot of factors to consider when redecorating a space.  Beyond the obvious color preferences and fabric options, variables like pets dictate what is used in a room.   Here are a few things to keep in mind before you buy:

1.       Pet’s Safety- Is that houseplant poisonous to your cat?  Will your dog’s nails get stuck in the chenille loops of the sofa fabric?  Are there harmful chemicals in your dining table that might harm your puppy when he chews on the leg?  Give some thought to your pets daily activities and behavior.  Paying attention to their habits will help you be aware of what is safe to bring into your home.  

2.       Functionality vs Aesthetic-  Those silk draperies puddle on the floor look fabulous with the tassels running down the edge!  But will Whiskers think the tassels are her new toy?  Does a black sofa really make sense when your Jack Russell sheds white hairs constantly??  Small details make a big difference when selecting the right pieces for your home.  You can have things that look great AND fit the lifestyle of your & your pet, it just requires some forethought.

3.       Durability- If you have a large breed animal, ask questions about the construction of the armchair before you buy it.  You certainly don’t want your gentle giant snuggled beside you when –CRACK- the frame gives way!  If you’re not familiar with fabrics, also ask questions about it’s durability.  Some fabrics can withstand a lot more wear and tear than others.  This factor is especially important when little claws need a scratching post.