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My Weekend DIY Dipped Yellow Chair

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Sometimes over the weekend I take on a few DIY projects around the house. Mom says I’m her favorite little helper, and pretty much I agree.

ammo the dachshund's diy dipped yellow chair

On this particular weekend I decided to help Mom makeover an old chair we had sitting around the house. The BEFORE was pretty blah, but I knew just what would do the trick after seeing this pretty lady on Pinterest:

Dipped Chairs with Dachshunds

ammo the dachshund's diy dipped yellow chair

So I did what I do best – supervised while Mom taped off each of the four legs with painter’s tape.

ammo the dachshund's diy dipped yellow chair

ammo the dachshund's diy dipped yellow chair

Then Mom gave it several coats of spray paint while I chomped on my ball in anticipation. I would of helped, but as you know, these cumbersome paws can’t exactly work a spray paint can.

ammo the dachshund's diy dipped yellow chair

After a few hours of drying time this baby was ready for a photoshoot, and we all know how I love a good photoshoot!

ammo the dachshund's diy dipped yellow chair

ammo the dachshund's diy dipped yellow chair

My new yellow chair looks fabulous with it’s dipped legs don’t you think? I’m now contemplating painting everything this way……how do you think I’d look dipped in teal – it would be the hot new trend in painted pets. I’m gonna be famous! 

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana

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DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

Over the weekend mom and I had some fun with a little DIY project. I like to keep up with all the fashion trends, so I told mom I needed a stylish new Ombre Bandana for the summer! Ombre is new it thing, incase you didn’t know.

So here’s my super fun tutorial for a…

DIY OMBRE PET BANDANA

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

Supplies Needed:

  • Hanger (a plastic pant hanger works best)
  • Box of Dye (we ended up using a Royal Blue Color – not the pictured teal dye)
  • Cutting Tool (scissors or rotary cutter work fine)
  • Ruler or tape measure
  • White Fabric or Bandana (we used a white cotton jersey material, but the ombre color may show up better on a different material – we just didn’t have any on hand to experiment with) *we also pre-washed/shrunk our fabric before dying

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

Step 1: If you are using a piece of fabric vs. a pre-made bandana (sold at most craft stores, but better sized for a large dog), cut your fabric into a triangular shape that will fit your dog’s neck. Mom measured my neck then added 4″ to each side on the top to make room to tie it. Ex: my neck measured 12″ so we added 8″ total making the top measurement 20″ wide.

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

Step 2: Mix your dye as per the directions on the box. As a rule always add a little less water to your bucket – you can always add more water to dilute it later.

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

Step 3: Attach your bandana to the hanger.

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

Step 4: Dip the bandana 3/4 into the dye for about 5 seconds, then remove. Try to keep the bandana as level as possible when dipping into the dye.

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

Step 5: Next dip your bandana 1/2 way into the dye for 20 seconds.

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

Step 6: Remove the Bandana another 1/4 out of the dye so that just 1/4 remains in the dye. Leave it there for another 2 – 3 minutes. *you may have to experiment with dye times based on the type of fabric you are using and how quickly it soaks up the dye.

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

Remove from the dye and hang until dry.

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

The waiting is the hardest part!

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

When your bandana is dry you will have a stylish new accessory perfect for the summer! Yay!

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

Of course I had to break mine in by rolling in the stinkiest dead animal smell I could find. It was glorious!

Friday Fetch: The Life of Ryley

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While on one of my many searches to find a cool and new product to show you for my Friday Fetch installment on the blog I came across a super fun site that sells some unique pet products. And because I couldn’t decide on just one item to share I decided why not share all my favorites!

the life of ryley

Here’s the story behind the pet products sold on The Life of Ryley…

The Life of Ryley was born out of frustration!  Over a decade ago, designer Tracy Stillman was trying to find a collar for her soft-coated wheaten terrier named Ryley.  How could it be that no collar existed that effectively showcased Ryley’s unique personality? Much less a collar that appealed to Tracy’s level of style and sophistication?  This was one spectacular duo that needed more than just an ordinary old collar.

So Tracy created her own collar just for Ryley…and from there The Life of Ryley blossomed.

The company took a little catnap for a few years.  But things kicked up again when The Life of Ryley was introduced to Colin Cuneo, a business developer and dog-lover drawn to the sense of adventure and go-gettum’ attitude that dogs bring about.

Together, Tracy and Colin have brought The Life of Ryley back with a full line of products that boast style, class and quality for pet owners who understand that sensible accessories can still be fashionable accessories.

Sadly, Ryley passed on June 8, 2010. But the rebirth of this company serves as a tribute to this angel who will be forever loved.

Check out these fun products from The Life of Ryley:

dog agility necklace - the life of ryley

Dog Agility necklace (for the humans) to keep your clicker and whistle right where you need it – such a fun idea!

faux bois ceramic dog bowl - life of ryley

Faux Bois Ceramic dog bowl, comes in white or brown

life of ryley - night owl collar

Night Owl Reflector Collar

life of ryley - rugby leash

Rugby Leash

life of ryley - park bag necklace

Park Bag Necklace – a “prettier” way to carry those doggie bags to the park

You can fetch these fun products and more on The Life of Ryley Website, also be sure to check out their Facebook page! 

Friday Fetch: Gifts for Doggie Mom’s

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Mother’s Day is just around the corner and since I’m my Mom’s only “fur child” I thought I’d round up some ideas that would be fit for any Doggie Mom! (Just don’t show this to my mom!)

mothers day gifts for dog moms

1. Personalized Paper Doll Family by Jordan Grace Owens on Etsy

2. Mother’s Day is for Dog Moms Too Card by MMCC on Etsy

3. Claudia Pearson Dog Plates from West Elm

4. Best in Show Dish Towel from Anthropologie

5. The Dachshund League Two Dog Purse by Julietteenrose on Etsy

Instagram ‘n Ammo

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Did you know that I have an Instagram account that I share with my Painting Pony Friends? You can follow us @paintingpony to keep up with all of our adventures. And incase you missed it, here’s a sampling of my life through Instagram lately…

ammo on instagram

ammo on instagram

ammo on instagram

ammo on instagram

ammo on instagram

ammo on instagram

ammo on instagram

So who else has an instagram account? Leave a note in the comments with your user name! 

Dirt, Tunnels, and Spring-time Baths

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ammo the dachshund gets a bath

Sometimes I’m completely perplexed as to how I land myself in the bathtub at the end of the day. However, this was not one of those times.

ammo the dachshund on the farm

See last week the ponies had a new “obstacle” set up in the arena that I just couldn’t keep my paws off of.

ammo the dachshund on the farm

It’s enticing “dirtiness” and tunneling capabilities were just calling my name.

ammo the dachshund on the farm

And when Boomerang pointed out that I had a little something on my face – I knew my trip to the bathtub was inevitable.

ammo the dachshund gets a bath

Sigh. At least smelling like sunshine again isn’t all that bad. 

 

Etsy Update: My Painting Pony friends have added some new items to our online shop. Click here to check out the newest paintings created by my pal Minnow the Painting Pony!

Little Super Hero on the Wall

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ammo the dachshund custom painting

You might remember that for Christmas I got a special little gift card from my Mom & Dad to get a custom painting of myself from Yellow Brick Home. Well, a few days ago a little package arrived at my door from the very talented Kim Vargo.

ammo the dachshund painting from yellow brick home

Photo Credit: Kim @ Yellow Brick Home

I couldn’t believe how much it looked like me! Mom says she even captured the special feisty little look in my eyes.

ammo the dachshund super hero

After modeling for a few photos with Mom and sending Kim some of my favorites from years past, I was so excited to see the results. Kim even said I was the very first Super Hero she got to paint! (I’m the cutest too, right?)

ammo the dachshund custom painting from yellow brick home

Mom hung it up in my home office for me, and I really can’t help but stare at it all day long!

ammo the dachshund custom painting from yellow brick home

Oh handsome little hero on the wall – you are just way too cool!

You can get your own custom pet paintings from Kim @ Yellow Brick Home (make sure you tell her the cutest Super Hero EVER sent you!)


*I was not paid or perk’d to write this post – I’m just super super excited about my new portrait!

The non-Adventure Days

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ammo the dachshund sleeping

Contrary to popular belief, not “everyday” is an adventure at my house.

ammo the dachshund sleeping

On those rare days that there isn’t much going on, I can be found like this.

ammo the dachshund sleeping

Fighting the urge to sleep, because you never know when you need to be ready for your next big adventure.

ammo the dachshund sleeping

ammo the dachshund sleeping

ammo the dachshund sleeping

It’s best to sleep with one eye open too, because…..

ammo the dachshund sleeping

..you never know when the paparazzi is going to show up!

ammo the dachshund sleeping

And everyone knows you don’t want to have photos of you with bed-head circling around on the internet.

ammo the dachshund sleeping

Lucky for me I look cute no matter what I’m doing. *wink* 

 

St. Patrick’s Day – Breaking out the Green

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I know technically it isn’t St. Patrick’s Day yet, and I’m really not Irish (although I do have pretty red hair), but I just couldn’t wait any longer to break out my green!

ammo the dachshund st. Patrick's Day

I was also secretly hoping that my “holiday spirit” would entice the Leprechauns to come out and play!

ammo the dachshund st. Patrick's Day

Remember last year when I came soooo close to getting my paws on some of the Leprechaun gold?

ammo the dachshund st. patrick's day

Well, this year I decided instead of hunting down the Leprechaun “den”, I’d let them come to me.

ammo the dachshund st. patrick's day

I have a feeling those Leprechauns know how to party! And maybe, just maybe, they’ll come party with me at my house.

ammo the dachshund st. patrick's day

And if they happen to bring some of their gold along with them – I definitely wouldn’t complain.

ammo the dachshund st. patrick's day

So come join the party Leprechauns! I’ve got kibble for everyone! 

Friday Fetch: Pet Paint

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If you didn’t know already, I’m a huge fan of paint! I hang with some World-famous Painting Ponies and I’m an artist myself.

So when I stumbled upon this next great product (after seeing it first on BlogPaws), I knew I had found something to really get excited about!

pet paint

Pet Paint is a pet-friendly paint for your furry friend. It’s a non-toxic and veterinarian approved fur spray paint for your pet. Imagine all the fun you can have this Halloween – it’s even great to support your favorite sports teams, parties, and more.

pet paint

Pet Paint is currently taking pre-orders for Halloween 2012, so make sure you sign-up now! I’d love to get my paws on some…..I think I might know a few ponies that would look fabulous in pink! hehe.

pet paint

pet paint

pet paint