Your eyes aren’t the only ones that strain in the bright summer sun – your pooch’s eyes need protection too! Next time you step out for a walk on a sunny day, do it in style with these cool doggie sunglasses! They go on the head in a goggles-like fashion; perhaps we should call them Doggles? Erika and Sebastian from Sew DoggyStyle are here today to share how to make your own pair!
Project estimate:
Sunglasses (either baby, kids, or adult depending on size of dog), $1
Stretchy headbands, $1
String, on hand or $1
Total: $2 and up
First remove the screws from the sides of the sunglasses with a tiny screw driver and toss ’em.
Insert string into holes where the screws came from.
Use this string to attach center of headband on both sides (one headband for small dogs or more for larger dogs).
The purpose of the headband is to have part of it going behind the ears and the other part of it under the chin to help keep the shades on. Adjust/add the headband(s) as needed according to the size of your dog’s head.
Rhonda Greene is a lifelong resident of West Michigan. She participated in her first craft show at the age of 10, selling jewelry made from found objects. She lives with her husband, Adam, and two cats, Merlin and Abracadabra. She is especially fond of collecting adhesives and fasteners, her favorites of which include Mod Podge, duct tape, and grommets. Read more from Rhonda on her blog, Oh That Mrs. Greene.
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7 Comments
heather
This is such a great idea! Thanks for sharing, Erika (and Sebastian)!
Thanks Heather! We are so excited about this tutorial. =)
xoxoxoxo,
Erika and Sebastian
deedee
So cute.. my boys need some now…
ACB
Just wanted to let you know that the high priced ones in the stores *are* called Doggles. Don’t want anyone claiming copyright infringement! :) Super cute, I might make a pair for my two dogs.
Miranda
I have to make these for my dog! All I need to get are the sunglasses :)
Carol
My puppy fly bites (seizures) from sun light, bright light, artificial lamp light and TV. Can’t wait to try these for her!!!
7 Comments
heather
This is such a great idea! Thanks for sharing, Erika (and Sebastian)!
Sew DoggyStyle
Thanks Heather! We are so excited about this tutorial. =)
xoxoxoxo,
Erika and Sebastian
deedee
So cute.. my boys need some now…
ACB
Just wanted to let you know that the high priced ones in the stores *are* called Doggles. Don’t want anyone claiming copyright infringement! :) Super cute, I might make a pair for my two dogs.
Miranda
I have to make these for my dog! All I need to get are the sunglasses :)
Carol
My puppy fly bites (seizures) from sun light, bright light, artificial lamp light and TV. Can’t wait to try these for her!!!