I had a customer ask a few great questions about this project and wanted to share them with all the viewers here: Q: What length of YKK #10 Finished Zipper do I need to order? A: The length of the pipe should determine the length of zipper you buy. Because finished zippers are sold in increments they can be cut down in size when completing your project. Q: If I make a larger dog bed I understand the how to come up with the length measurement (measure your dog from nose to rear and add 6"), but how do I come up with the width measurement? A: Take the length measurement and divide it by 1.33 for the width measurement. Example our length measurement is 42": 42 ÷ 1.33 = 31.57” (rounded, so 32” is the width measurement) Q: How much binding should I order per corner? A: About 20" per side.
@@henryhagey5521 I think you can add some heavy duty velcro and then attach the carpet. I think the carpet is too thick for this project but you can attach it on the top with the velcro on the edge of the bed.
Going to make this for my chihuahua. Shes an older dog and literally senile. When we're not home, we now keep her in a puppy pen because she pees wherever she wants and Im not going to put her down because of it. this bed will be perfect for her as i can easily wash it with odoban and then rinse clean and it will dry in no time. Dog beds aren't cheap and throwing them away when she pees on them is adding up $! But theres no truer love than from a dog, so the extra clean up with her old age is worth it!!!
PVC Caps on the ends of the legs would be a nice finishing touch. No sharp edges on the flooring. Now we need a soft fluffy dog bed to fit on the platform. Gotta spoil our buddies.
Without the zipper in one sleeve it would be very difficult if not impossible to insert the last leg of the PVC pipe. We designed the mesh cot to be very tight when inserted on the frame.
Sailrite I have used your videos for so many projects and dumb me! didn't try to find this on your website! I thought, hmmm, I can sew one of these myself, and didn't think of using a zipper, and I can totally attest to the 'difficult if not impossible' to insert the last leg of the PVC pipe! I ended up having to make the fabric too loose in order to get the last leg in! btw, I haven't been able to find those corner pieces at big box stores here - had to order them online...
Thanks for this wonderful tutorial. My 11-year-old Lhasa Apso is not so great at jumping up on beds or sofa anymore and the floor is too cold for her. Besides her cozy crate, I've been wanting a portable bed suitable for her height. Looks like I'll have to make it now :)
This is such a simple and easy video compared to all the other sewing ones. Now I can make a comfy bed for my pup instead of ordering and an expensive one from online stores like Costco or Petcarerx.
you may want to price it out first....unless you know where to get whole sale cost.....it is often the same cost either way, But it is a fun and a since of pride that you made it for your lil fur baby
The fabric we used is called Sunbrella Sling, it is a mesh fabric with both Acrylic fibers (which are soft) and vinyl coated polyester. So, it is both comfortable and very breathable since it is a mesh. Another choice would be Phifertex Plus which is also a mesh, not as soft but it too will stay cool since it is a mesh fabric. You can get both at: www.sailrite.com
Ya know, I've about received enough fun and education from several of these videos, I think I'll have to buy a sailrite machine. That binding attachment is so dang cool. Thanks for sharing these projects with us. I just made a market tote bag as per your video instructions, and it turned out great.
+IRDeezlSmoke Awesome! These free videos may be helpful and we are glad they are, but they also help us sell our products, keeping us in business and enabling us to make more free videos. Thanks for your positive comments and the purchase of a sewing machine.
Hi, yes you can make the legs higher, but if you do not support them at the bottom (if higher than 3 feet) they will be flimsy. If very high add leg braces (like what you see in chairs.
It is the Sailrite Ultrafeed LS-1. It can be found here: www.sailrite.com/Sewing-Machines/Portable-Heavy-Duty-Sewing-Machines/Ultrafeed-LS-1-Sewing-Machine
How many yards of fabric were used for this bed size? The one I’ll be making will be a little smaller, but I’d like to know how much to buy! Thank you in advance, and thank you for the video!
wow.! ! ! what wonderful dog beds these are. We have 2 Rotti's so very large dogs. Would these beds be strong enough for our girls and can we buy them in New Zealand. Thanks Enjoyed watching this video
Yes, the Phifertex Plus vinyl mesh fabric is very strong and the PVC frame is amazingly sturdy so yes it should easily hold up to your Rottie's. This is a DIY project so you can purchase the PVC tubing and hardware for the frame from a local hardware store. The fabric and sewing supplies can be ordered at www.sailrite.com. We do ship our fabric and supplies for DIY to New Zealand.
biker6977 Without the zipper in one sleeve it would be very difficult if not impossible to insert the last leg of the PVC pipe. We designed the mesh cot to be very tight when inserted on the frame.
I love the Sailrite videos. They're so well done. Dogs just love these pet beds. I've been looking to buy one but since I can sew well enough to do straight lines (!) I think I'll make my own using my own choice of fabric. My doggies will love this!
PVC contains some of the most potent toxins known to man. Read up on PVC, it can emit toxins in your home... I was going to make some shoe holders from PVC tubing until I read about the toxins. While these beds may be an easy DIY for the typical pet owner, health wise it's probably not the best choice.
Plastic pipe such as PVC (polyvinyl chloride, used for cold water only), and CPVC (chlorinated polyvinyl chloride, used for both hot and cold water) have been around for years, and both are approved for use with drinking water.
+Taylor Russell And fast food used to be served in styrofoam for years until they decided to ban it because it was a known carcinogen. Just because it's been around for a long time doesn't mean it's safe in every situation, and in this case particularly a dog bed that will be slept on 8 hours a day or more. Just trying to keep others informed. Thank you for your videos.
this is definitely not the DIY project for everyone this is more a professional job who's going to go out and buy a blinder just to put a PVC bed together what a horrible DIY concept
I had a customer ask a few great questions about this project and wanted to share them with all the viewers here:
Q: What length of YKK #10 Finished Zipper do I need to order?
A: The length of the pipe should determine the length of zipper you buy. Because finished zippers are sold in increments they can be cut down in size when completing your project.
Q: If I make a larger dog bed I understand the how to come up with the length measurement (measure your dog from nose to rear and add 6"), but how do I come up with the width measurement?
A: Take the length measurement and divide it by 1.33 for the width measurement. Example our length measurement is 42": 42 ÷ 1.33 = 31.57” (rounded, so 32” is the width measurement)
Q: How much binding should I order per corner?
A: About 20" per side.
Would this work with a rug in stead of fabrice?
@@henryhagey5521 I think you can add some heavy duty velcro and then attach the carpet. I think the carpet is too thick for this project but you can attach it on the top with the velcro on the edge of the bed.
@@cluisap What a great suggestion👍
👍 GREAT Questions!!
Going to make this for my chihuahua. Shes an older dog and literally senile. When we're not home, we now keep her in a puppy pen because she pees wherever she wants and Im not going to put her down because of it. this bed will be perfect for her as i can easily wash it with odoban and then rinse clean and it will dry in no time. Dog beds aren't cheap and throwing them away when she pees on them is adding up $! But theres no truer love than from a dog, so the extra clean up with her old age is worth it!!!
PVC Caps on the ends of the legs would be a nice finishing touch. No sharp edges on the flooring. Now we need a soft fluffy dog bed to fit on the platform. Gotta spoil our buddies.
Couldn't you make this without the zipper since you're taking the PVC apart to put it on?
Without the zipper in one sleeve it would be very difficult if not impossible to insert the last leg of the PVC pipe. We designed the mesh cot to be very tight when inserted on the frame.
Sailrite I have used your videos for so many projects and dumb me! didn't try to find this on your website! I thought, hmmm, I can sew one of these myself, and didn't think of using a zipper, and I can totally attest to the 'difficult if not impossible' to insert the last leg of the PVC pipe! I ended up having to make the fabric too loose in order to get the last leg in! btw, I haven't been able to find those corner pieces at big box stores here - had to order them online...
@@dobeSchH glad i saw this. I was thinking of cheating and making one without the zipper lol
This shop is really meticulous and high quality. I use velcro to adjust. Thumbs up! Great commentator.
Thanks for this wonderful tutorial. My 11-year-old Lhasa Apso is not so great at jumping up on beds or sofa anymore and the floor is too cold for her. Besides her cozy crate, I've been wanting a portable bed suitable for her height. Looks like I'll have to make it now :)
Excellently detailed step-by-step tutorial for a professional finish, thank you
This is such a simple and easy video compared to all the other sewing ones. Now I can make a comfy bed for my pup instead of ordering and an expensive one from online stores like Costco or Petcarerx.
you may want to price it out first....unless you know where to get whole sale cost.....it is often the same cost either way, But it is a fun and a since of pride that you made it for your lil fur baby
I just finished the bed, all I need now is a dog.
The bed might get lonely without a dog to keep it warm!
If using 1-1/4" PVC, you'll probably want 5" extra on all sides rather than the stated 4".
I wish I had read this before this experiment
Wow, that is a LOT of sewing. I think I might like the tek screws option. Nice idea though!
+Liz Bobeck Realtor I have not tried using screws, but that sounds like a good idea, I hope it works.
This guy's voice reminds me of wild kingdom when I was a kid
Omg yes, i loved that show!
That is sooooo cool! I need to make several of these. Thanks for such awesome videos.
Hi Sailrite. Thanks for de good idea. That fabric is not hot for the dog? I would like a material that the dog feels fresh and comfortable.
The fabric we used is called Sunbrella Sling, it is a mesh fabric with both Acrylic fibers (which are soft) and vinyl coated polyester. So, it is both comfortable and very breathable since it is a mesh. Another choice would be Phifertex Plus which is also a mesh, not as soft but it too will stay cool since it is a mesh fabric. You can get both at: www.sailrite.com
Ya know, I've about received enough fun and education from several of these videos, I think I'll have to buy a sailrite machine. That binding attachment is so dang cool.
Thanks for sharing these projects with us. I just made a market tote bag as per your video instructions, and it turned out great.
+IRDeezlSmoke Awesome! These free videos may be helpful and we are glad they are, but they also help us sell our products, keeping us in business and enabling us to make more free videos. Thanks for your positive comments and the purchase of a sewing machine.
Nice
Thanks for watching!
I don't think the zipper was needed for this project!! It was not necessary at all.
FYI, cats like raised beds too. Add an old blanket on top, and your feline friend will nap happily on it.
It is amazing! Excellent idea! Thank you.🇧🇷
This is so cute. Can you make it taller for a cat?
Hi, yes you can make the legs higher, but if you do not support them at the bottom (if higher than 3 feet) they will be flimsy. If very high add leg braces (like what you see in chairs.
Sailrite
Why a zipper
Nice ! Could you use Velcro instead of a Zipper ?
I have not tested a dog bed with Velcro, but it is worth trying. The only issue may be the strength of the bond depending on the weight of the dog.
Hi, what's th model and make of the sewing machine?
It is the Sailrite Ultrafeed LS-1. It can be found here: www.sailrite.com/Sewing-Machines/Portable-Heavy-Duty-Sewing-Machines/Ultrafeed-LS-1-Sewing-Machine
How many yards of fabric were used for this bed size? The one I’ll be making will be a little smaller, but I’d like to know how much to buy! Thank you in advance, and thank you for the video!
Hi Rachel,
It only took 1 yard to make the bed.
Would snap closures work instead of a zipper?
For those of us who don’t have a sewing machine.
It may, but we have not tested it.
Outstanding video! Thanks so much!
wow.! ! ! what wonderful dog beds these are. We have 2 Rotti's so very large dogs. Would these beds be strong enough for our girls and can we buy them in New Zealand. Thanks Enjoyed watching this video
Yes, the Phifertex Plus vinyl mesh fabric is very strong and the PVC frame is amazingly sturdy so yes it should easily hold up to your Rottie's. This is a DIY project so you can purchase the PVC tubing and hardware for the frame from a local hardware store. The fabric and sewing supplies can be ordered at www.sailrite.com. We do ship our fabric and supplies for DIY to New Zealand.
what is the purpose of the zipper?
biker6977 Without the zipper in one sleeve it would be very difficult if not impossible to insert the last leg of the PVC pipe. We designed the mesh cot to be very tight when inserted on the frame.
do you have kits for folks to assemble without skills to seam or sew? the fabric is the secret to a quality bed for my dog and i no can do sewing !
Sorry, we do not have a kit or instructions for a dog bed that is not sewn.
Love it and love your videos!
Airmaiden63
Love your videos though.
Kim M
That's a very good idea for making a pet bed.You did a good job and it looks great!Thanks for the video.
+Wanda Tracey I am so glad you like our video. Let us know if you have questions if you decide to make one.
Cute dog! No tools to do this so will just buy it. That was a fun video.
Glad you liked it!
sailrite is the vinyl binding necessary or can the binding be made with the same material used
Well, folding Phifertex Plus fabric along a small edge to make your own binding is rather difficult, but it could be done.
How much for the mesh?
Thank you for this!
Nice project 👍!
Textilene is a better option
Phifertex or Textilene, soon we will stock both. Be watching our website for the brand new Textilene.
Thank you
where can you buy the corner pvc that you use?
A good hardware store like HomeDepot or Lowe's should have that PVC tubing and the 4 PVC Side Outlet Elbows.
bef
Love it and love your videos!
Airmaiden63
I love the Sailrite videos. They're so well done. Dogs just love these pet beds. I've been looking to buy one but since I can sew well enough to do straight lines (!) I think I'll make my own using my own choice of fabric. My doggies will love this!
Do u sell these cots?
Luz, Sorry we do not sell the finished cots. We do sell the fabric mesh, zippers, thread and binding so you can make it yourself at www.sailrite.com
PVC contains some of the most potent toxins known to man. Read up on PVC, it can emit toxins in your home... I was going to make some shoe holders from PVC tubing until I read about the toxins. While these beds may be an easy DIY for the typical pet owner, health wise it's probably not the best choice.
Plastic pipe such as PVC (polyvinyl chloride, used for cold water only), and CPVC (chlorinated polyvinyl chloride, used for both hot and cold water) have been around for years, and both are approved for use with drinking water.
+Taylor Russell And fast food used to be served in styrofoam for years until they decided to ban it because it was a known carcinogen. Just because it's been around for a long time doesn't mean it's safe in every situation, and in this case particularly a dog bed that will be slept on 8 hours a day or more. Just trying to keep others informed. Thank you for your videos.
this is definitely not the DIY project for everyone this is more a professional job who's going to go out and buy a blinder just to put a PVC bed together what a horrible DIY concept
Or ya know, you could just buy one...
they'd cost more and I would say the pvc frame would hold a heavier dog