I love to shop (who doesn’t), so when one of my favorite deal sites, Joss & Main, offered up a collection of Dachshund (and dog) merchandise I couldn’t wait to share it with you! Because the only thing better than a Dachshund in the home, is a home with lots of Dachshund decor too!
You can sign-up for Joss & Main HERE, and check out more from this fun collection HERE. Hurry though, this particular sale ends in 2 days!
P.S. I bought the super cute Casey Rogers Sausage Dog Pillow!
This past Friday was Take Your Dog to Work Day, but for me it was no different than any other day, because I work most days with my mom in her custom frame shop.
But, I decided to play the part anyway and instead of my usual sunbathing by the front door I threw on my glasses and helped mom with the picture framing.
Choosing picture frames is no easy task, but it’s a good thing I have a great eye for design!
I picked out some colorful mouldings that would look super awesome on one of my Dream Big Prints.
I must admit, I worked pretty darn hard and I’m pretty sure I should get a raise. Please add 4 more cookies to my daily wages mom!
After yesterday’s photography studio debacle, I decided I needed to redeem myself. What better way to do so than with some sexy photos for all the ladies out there! I’m sure you’ll agree after seeing all this eye candy….
Why, Hello Ladies! *wink*
When it starts to get hot outside I start to do a lot more of this…..
Ahhh, summertime….
I may have talented paws (check out my original paintings HERE), but did you also know I have a talented nose? Oh yes, I’ve been working on my original “nose art” (seen above) for quite some time now.
It takes patience and some long long naps on the couch to perfect my technique – and the occasional bunny outside helps a bit too.
I’ve been working on this masterpiece for a couple of months now, and while it’s looking quite swell I know there is still more to add.
After all you can’t rush genius!
Since I was just a wee pup I was instilled with a love of the arts. Not only do I paint myself, but I live with some super talented Painting Ponies! And while you might think having animal artists in the family is quite a feat, my mom and dad are no stranger to the arts themselves. My dad is a graphic designer (who spends his free time designing posters that you can purchase HERE) and my mom is a picture framer (check out the shop where I work HERE).
With a love of art spreading across my family, it’s no wonder that my home has turned into an art gallery of sorts. I thought it would be fun to take you for a tour around my home and show you some of the latest and greatest artistic treasures that are currently making my home just a bit more cheerful!
When I attended the Spring Doxie Fest this year I picked up a happy little Dachshund print from artist, Debbie Sampson. Of course mom framed him up in a happy yellow frame that makes him extra cheerful!
where to purchase: [middle] Dachshund Print – [right] Black and White Photograph of Pony
Back in November mom picked up this cute little dachshund print from Kim at Yellow Brick Home. He kind of has an uncanny resemblance to yours truly.
where to purchase: Dachshund Print
This happy horse head was a Christmas gift to my mom and came from White Faux Taxidermy – and not to worry, he’s completely made of resin (no real taxidermy horses here).
where to purchase: Resin Horse Head
Of course the ceramic dachshund my mom found at Home Goods last year keeps Mr. Fake Pony company in my office, because everything is better with the buddy system.
These two pieces arrived around Christmas time. One being a rendering of my home by the talented Rebekkah Seale and the other a very special original painting of cows done by the ever amazing Janis Fitch.
where to purchase: [left] Custom House Watercolor, [right] Cow Painting
Those cows just remind me of how lucky I am to have grown up in farm country, where the smell of cattle and horses are just a few steps out my backdoor. Not to mention those yummy cow pies!
And the last little art trinket is one that just makes me giggle – this sweet little screen printed squirrel from the Land of Nod (meant to be an ornament) is happily hanging on my cork board in the living room. He may not nibble on acorns in real life, but he reminds me that there are plenty of critters just out my back door begging to be chased. Happy Hunting!
where to purchase: Squirrel Ornament
With all these artists and artistic pieces in my home it’s no wonder that I spend most of my life with a camera in my face. Of course I like to think that I’ll always be mom and dad’s number one muse!
I’m always on the lookout for new artists and art to add to my “gallery”, so I’d love to hear which ones you are admiring currently! Post your links in the comments so we can all check out some amazing art together! Yay for artists!
*all artwork has been custom framed by my mom at Studio 3.
I came across these fun wire animal sculptures on Etsy made by Wire Art Ink. These nifty sculptures feature original handmade wire art that focuses on personalized pet portraits, whimsical wire animal art, and custom mixed media sculpture. How fun!
You can fetch your own personalized wire pet sculpture from Wire Art Ink HERE.
As you know, I have a whole slew of talents – many of which I document on this blog and one of which is PAINTING! I like to think of myself as a mini Picasso, and while I don’t technically wield a paintbrush – my paws are just oozing with talent! Just check out this video of me painting at the Spring Doxie Fest this year:
Now I know what you might be thinking, “but where can I buy these fabulous paintings that you made” – have no fear, I’ve recently added several of my creations to the Painting Pony Etsy Shop!
So if you’re looking for something spiffy and colorful to spruce up your walls this Spring then head on over to the Painting Pony Etsy Shop and check out some of my latest work!
And don’t forget, I donate a portion of my proceeds to my favorite animal rescues – so by purchasing a painting you get to help some animals in need! Double win!
Now that it’s May I thought it would be fun to take a look back at some of the adventures I had in April! Boy did I have a grand time – so incase you missed it, here’s a look back at some of the highlights from last month!
I had a blast visiting with my family on Easter. Easter Recap
I updated my Super Hero Outfit with the help of Cafe Press. Outfitting A Super Hero with Cafepress
I made some designer hula hoops for my upcoming performance. Hula Hooping Good Time
I got my vegetable garden ready for spring. Gardening with Ammo
I celebrated National High-Five Day. Happy National High-Five Day
I recapped my trip to the Spring Doxie Fest. Spring Doxie Fest Recap
I made a chalkboard dog bowl for less than $5. DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl – Under $5
I made my very own set of DIY 2×2 Dog Agility Weave Poles. DIY: Build Your own 2×2 Dog Agility Weave Poles
I had fun digging on the farm. These Paws were Made for Digging
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When I spotted this Chalkboard Dog Bowl over on Waggo I just knew I had to have it! Only when I asked mom if I could purchase it, she suggested why not DIY it? Oh but of course!
DIY CHALKBOARD DOG BOWL
Materials:
Step 1: Using the frog tape, tape off the portion of your bowl that you do not want to have chalkboard paint on it. You may need some help from someone who doesn’t have paws!
Step 2: Using even coats, spray your bowl with chalkboard paint. You may also need some help to get the cap off your spray paint.
Once your bowl is completely dry it will be ready to write on with chalk! You may want to prep the surface first by applying a coat of chalk evenly across the entire bowl and erasing it before writing on it.
Of course any dog bowl is much much better with food in it!
Yum! Everything tastes better in my trendy Chalkboard Food Bowl!