This was a great tutorial. You make it look like an easy project. But I know sewing isn't always easy. Sometimes it's so hard. I should practice more. I save this tutorial for later. Thanks! 💛
Thanks for the comment I’m glad you enjoyed the tutorial. Believe me I know that sewing can sometimes be frustrating and hard at times (I sew all day everyday and still have times when I want to launch my sewing machine out of the window!) like everything it does get easier with practice and is very rewarding when you complete projects ☺️ I hope you have fun sewing x
Love your direct to the point tutorial. Love the absence of annoying music that repeats the same bars. Experienced seamstress and new subscriber and look forward to learning even more from you. I also use rocks that I've painted as my material weights.
Ahh thank you so much and thank you for subscribing! I’m really pleased you like my video! I promise to bring more videos asap, but as you can probably tell my day job is a seamstress and I’ve been crazy busy lately! Ps Painted rock weights are just the best! 😊😊
This looks like a fantastic dog bed. My dog really likes a bed with high sides, so this style is perfect for her. I already have one downstairs but needed another one for upstairs during the night. I wernt out looking for one to buy but all the ones I liked the most were out of stock, so, I am definitely going to make one. Your instructions were just perfect. Your Frenchie is just adorable in their bed. Thank you so much.
Ahh I’m so pleased you liked the video and found it useful! I’m sure your dog will love their new bed, and once you’ve mastered it, you never need to buy one! Ha ha little Cooper does love his bed 🥰
Ahh thank you for taking the time to leave a comment, I’m so pleased you like it and have fun sewing one for your Chihuahua! I’m sure they will love it 🥰
Your video and instructions were very clear and easy to follow. I scaled a bed for my 2 new toy poodle pups today. Your hints were great and I serged the final seam as you suggested. Needless to say, they're chewing it already so I expect I'll be making another one when they're full grown. (They're loving playing in it too) Next one I'll make a liner insert with the stuffing and a zipper on the cushion for easy removal. Thank you.
Thank you so much for leaving a comment and I’m so pleased you found the video useful. Ahh they sound like very cute pups! That’s a good idea to make a lining and zip on the cushion for washing 😊
Thank you so much for this! Intuitive and easy to follow along with your thinking and great explanations. My aging dog is growing a bit “horizontally” 😁 and could use some bigger beds. Most dog beds are just so expensive!
Hello! Thank you so much for your comment! I’m glad you like the tutorial and I’m sure your dogs will love their new beds! If you need any further help making them please drop me a message xx
Thanks for the comment! That’s a great idea, to make a cover. I’m sure you’ve already thought it all through but if you’re making the cover form the bed template, remember to make it a bit bigger to allow for the bed being stuffed 🥰
Well done you! Thanks for a great tutorial and the pattern was marvellous! It made so much sense to portion off sections and stuff it, instead of one big tube (which I just sewed and struggled with). Thank you so much. I am also going to check your site for more sewing tips, tutorials and ideas. Take care!
Thank you so much! I will be uploading more tutorials very soon but am also running a busy sewing studio, I love teaching and inspiring fellow sewers and your lovely comments make it all worth it. Xx
Thank you so much for this! I've been looking for direction on this kind of bed! It's been a long time since I've sewed but this looks so easy. My dogs are 9 years old now so I think I'm going to put a piece of memory foam in the bed part. Maybe put a zipper in as well. Then make some matching kitty cat beds! You rock! 😀
@@hollymourant9268 ohhh thanks for your kind message 🥰 That’s a great idea to put memory foam in the bed part, it’ll be nice and soft for your dogs 🥰, I’ve actually made another one for my cat too, as he took over the dog bed, then there were fights for the bed! Glad you liked the tutorial and happy sewing xxx
Thanks Kyle, I’m so pleased you like it, you certainly can make the pattern in any size. I’m going to put some detailed instructions on my website but for now…I found it easiest to measure the dog when lay down, then draw an oval big enough for your dog to fit on, then draw a bother oval which is about 2” or 5cm bigger all the way around. Using a tape measure, measure the outer oval circumference this will give you the length you need to make the side pieces. Decide how tall you want the sides (allow an extra 1” (2.5cms) for joining then follow as per the video. Hope this helps, please let me know if you need any extra help 😁
Thank you so much for this video. I successfully made a cute little cat bed for my littlest cat who claimed some mink fabric by sleeping on a pile of my fabric, she is chuffed with her new bed!
Great video!! super helpful and in-depth tutorial, do you have any tips on adding a zip or buttons so there is an opening at the bottom of the wall part (the stuffed part along the edge) I plan on adding an inner "pillow" to each square so I can fill it the pillow, sew it completely then place it inside the main fabric, so it can be removed and I can just wash the cover (as I plan on using wool fibre and this washes at a different temp)
Huge apologies for the delay in replying, it’s been a very hectic prom season! This is a great idea, but a little complicated to explain in text how to do it, but let me know if you still need assistance and I’ll try to do a little tutorial for you x
Ahhh good question and one I’m afraid I can’t answer 🤦🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️! I have big bags of it for various projects and don’t actually remember how much I used, plus it also depends on the size of the bed you are making… I would order more than you think you need (I know that’s not much help) but I find I always use more to make it padded enough to allow it to stay full when your dog lies on it x
Thanks Nikki, oooh how exciting getting a new puppy next week! I made the sides of mine 8” so 9” to allow 0.5 inch seam allowance either end. This was perfect for our frenchie, but of course you could make the sides taller if you wanted to. Have fun with your new fur baby 🥰🥰🥰
Thank you! What a wonderful tutorial and this was exactly the style I was looking for with detachable pillow. Quick question … when you were cutting the fabric, the pillow pieces almost looked smaller than the base piece? Maybe it was just the camera angle
Thanks so much for your message and I’m glad you found the tutorial useful! The pillow piece should be the same size as the base, it may have been the camera angle that made it appear smaller (and I should’ve explained 🤦🏼♀️ ! ) Have fun sewing x
@@user-zg6fc2gt9i fantastic! I’m so pleased it all worked for you, just wish I could see it! If you have instagram feel free to tag @s79design in any pics xx
Thank you 😊 Definitely good advice, best to draw/ measure the base around your dog when they are comfortably lay out and add a bit more on to be sure, also not making the sides too high or too firm means they can also lie on the sides if they want to 😊
Hi fab video, i made one for my cat Oscar and he loves it. One question if i wanted to do this in another shape like a rectangle, would i do it exactly the same way (measuring wise) for the strip that goes around. I would love for you to do a video for a rectangle shaped bed :). Thank you
Ahh so pleased you liked it! Yes it would be done the same way.. with a few changes to the construction of the sides… I really need to make some more videos so I’ll add this one to my list! Thanks for taking the time to comment 🥰
@@s79design Thank you so much for your quick reply, i hope your next video is soon as i have already got my fabric ready to go. Yes i am one of those that needs things done yesterday once i get my teeth into something ha ha. all the best :)
Well, that is an easy way to make a dog bed!!! So many thanks!! Now, the drama is when you try to wash any bed dog... I made some square ones for my dogs, very simple ones but is still a drama to wash them. Any wise advice regarding this topic?😂😂😂😂😂
thanks for your kind comments! I feel your pain re the washing!! It does depend on the size of the dog bed, but with this style the pillow but is removable so I wash that more often and mine fonts in the machine, since I’ve filled it with polyester fibre fill it’s completely washable, I dry it on the line or in the tumble dryer. I have also replaced the stuffing once! I haven’t washed the outer section yet, although it’s probably getting close to needing it! I could squish mine in the machine without the base pillow but if it’s a big bed you may struggle 😬 I’m thinking I need to design a zip together modular bed that comes apart for washing!
Hello, there isn’t a template because all dogs need different size beds, making the pattern is relatively simple, to get the base size I suggest measuring around your dog when they are laid out comfortably, or you could measure an existing bed. Then to calculate the height of the sides, just measure up from the floor and decide how high you would like them, bearing in mind that there will be a padded cushion in the bed. Hopefully the video will guide you through the rest, but If you need any help, please feel free to get in touch ☺️
Hello! Yes the bed certainly can be washed, but it does depend on the fabric you have used. To make this washable and be sure it won’t shrink or distort I recommend you use a washable fabric and pre wash your fabric before cutting out. Also be mindful of the filling you use: polyester toy/ pillow filling is fine and will wash ok, but just check this too xx
This is a little too tough for my skill level now, but I’m saving this for when I get more skill! I swear I spend $30 on a cat bed and they come boxed up smelling like plastic, my cats end up hating them 😅
Ahh I’m glad you like the tutorial and you will soon get there, it’s not too difficult. I totally know what you mean about the bought pet beds! That’s why I always make ours now! I do also have an easier video tutorial for a box style pet bed which you may want to give a try? I’m happy to help if you do decide to give any of my tutorials a try and need any help. You can either message me here or send me an email (s79.sarahbaker@gmail.com) happy sewing x
Hi Charmaine, to make the pattern I just measured my dog when lay down and created an oval shape that was big enough to fit on to, you can do this free hand, it’s then just a case of measuring the edge of that oval which gives you the length of the edge piece and dividing up into it up into sections. Because every dog is different it’s difficult to do an individual pattern. I hope this makes sense, I’ll try to do a tutorial just on making up the pattern 🤞
This was a great tutorial. You make it look like an easy project. But I know sewing isn't always easy. Sometimes it's so hard. I should practice more. I save this tutorial for later. Thanks! 💛
Thanks for the comment I’m glad you enjoyed the tutorial. Believe me I know that sewing can sometimes be frustrating and hard at times (I sew all day everyday and still have times when I want to launch my sewing machine out of the window!) like everything it does get easier with practice and is very rewarding when you complete projects ☺️ I hope you have fun sewing x
Love your direct to the point tutorial. Love the absence of annoying music that repeats the same bars. Experienced seamstress and new subscriber and look forward to learning even more from you. I also use rocks that I've painted as my material weights.
Ahh thank you so much and thank you for subscribing! I’m really pleased you like my video! I promise to bring more videos asap, but as you can probably tell my day job is a seamstress and I’ve been crazy busy lately! Ps Painted rock weights are just the best! 😊😊
you explain everything well and nothing looks scary with your explanations (I'm a beginner), now I have to make one for my dog! thank you :)
Ahh thank you so much 😊 it’s really not scary, have fun making it, and let me know if you need any further help xx
@Inbirman - I’m a beginner, too! I’ll be trying this for my chonky cat! Thanks @s79design 💖
I could scale this up to suit an adult, for when I'm in the doghouse! Looks very comfy and easy to make
😂😂 tbf I thought the same when I made it!!
Great idea, looks so cosy , very clear instructions too
Thanks Marion ☺️
Thank you so much for sharing. I am going to try making one for my fur baby😊
Ahhh thanks for the comment! I’m sure your fur baby will love it 🐶 xxx
You're fantastic! Thanks for the easy and clear tutorial that now makes something very complicated, very simple.
Ahh thank you so much! I’m so pleased you found the video helpful, thank you for leaving a comment xx
This looks like a fantastic dog bed. My dog really likes a bed with high sides, so this style is perfect for her. I already have one downstairs but needed another one for upstairs during the night. I wernt out looking for one to buy but all the ones I liked the most were out of stock, so, I am definitely going to make one. Your instructions were just perfect. Your Frenchie is just adorable in their bed. Thank you so much.
Ahh I’m so pleased you liked the video and found it useful! I’m sure your dog will love their new bed, and once you’ve mastered it, you never need to buy one! Ha ha little Cooper does love his bed 🥰
What a beautiful pet bed. You are a fantastic teacher, definitely going to make one and embroider their names on it. Thank you for sharing xx
Ahhh thanks so so much I really appreciate the feedback! The embroidered names sounds like a fab idea, have fun sewing 🪡 🧵xx
That’s great. Yet another fab idea. X
Thanks so much 🥰
Love this!! Will be making one for my Chihuahua!! Thank you so much for sharing this video!!
Ahh thank you for taking the time to leave a comment, I’m so pleased you like it and have fun sewing one for your Chihuahua! I’m sure they will love it 🥰
Thank goodness....a woman after my own heart.....INCHES...... 😃🥰
😂😂 I know Isn’t life a whole lot easier if you can just work in inches!
Great video , I’ve been looking for a pattern for a dog bed for my Old English Seep dog. Will defiantly be making it.👌👌
Thanks Thomas, glad you enjoyed the video, have fun making the bed, and if you need any help feel free to get in touch 😊
Your video and instructions were very clear and easy to follow. I scaled a bed for my 2 new toy poodle pups today. Your hints were great and I serged the final seam as you suggested. Needless to say, they're chewing it already so I expect I'll be making another one when they're full grown. (They're loving playing in it too) Next one I'll make a liner insert with the stuffing and a zipper on the cushion for easy removal. Thank you.
Thank you so much for leaving a comment and I’m so pleased you found the video useful. Ahh they sound like very cute pups! That’s a good idea to make a lining and zip on the cushion for washing 😊
Wonderful video thanks so much for putting it together.
Thank you so much, I do really appreciate that 😊
Really liked this. Defo be having a go. Oh and yes.....INCHES...brilliant!!! Thanks
So glad you like it! And yes I’m a big fan of inches! So much easier!!
Thank you so much for this! Intuitive and easy to follow along with your thinking and great explanations. My aging dog is growing a bit “horizontally” 😁 and could use some bigger beds. Most dog beds are just so expensive!
Thank you so much for your kind feedback, I really appreciate it. I hope your dog enjoys spreading out in his/her new bed! Xx
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Great tutorial thank you xx
You’re welcome ☺️ glad you enjoyed it x
fantastic tutorial!! I plan on making this bed soon, but for my cat. she's been napping on some of my fabric recently lol 😁thank you so much!!!
Ahhh thanks so much for the comment😊 … bless her, she’s saying “ooh I’d love you to make me a bed from this lovely fabric!” 🐈
Love it. Just subscribed.
Thanks so much 😊 more to come soon I promise xx
Hello from Greece. This was awesome. I have got two dogs , I am going to use some old jeans for the outside and make two beds!
Hello! Thank you so much for your comment! I’m glad you like the tutorial and I’m sure your dogs will love their new beds! If you need any further help making them please drop me a message xx
THANK YOU! perfect!!!
You’re welcome ☺️ glad it was useful!
I’d like to give this a go. Thought I’d try making the bed as an inner, then another cover to go over so it can be washed.
Thanks for the comment! That’s a great idea, to make a cover. I’m sure you’ve already thought it all through but if you’re making the cover form the bed template, remember to make it a bit bigger to allow for the bed being stuffed 🥰
Well done you! Thanks for a great tutorial and the pattern was marvellous! It made so much sense to portion off sections and stuff it, instead of one big tube (which I just sewed and struggled with). Thank you so much. I am also going to check your site for more sewing tips, tutorials and ideas. Take care!
Thank you so much! I will be uploading more tutorials very soon but am also running a busy sewing studio, I love teaching and inspiring fellow sewers and your lovely comments make it all worth it. Xx
So amazing i actually need to make one of these
Thank you! You should definitely make one! Your pet will love you for it!
Thank you so much for this! I've been looking for direction on this kind of bed! It's been a long time since I've sewed but this looks so easy. My dogs are 9 years old now so I think I'm going to put a piece of memory foam in the bed part. Maybe put a zipper in as well. Then make some matching kitty cat beds! You rock! 😀
@@hollymourant9268 ohhh thanks for your kind message 🥰 That’s a great idea to put memory foam in the bed part, it’ll be nice and soft for your dogs 🥰, I’ve actually made another one for my cat too, as he took over the dog bed, then there were fights for the bed! Glad you liked the tutorial and happy sewing xxx
Brilliant description
Thank you so much 😊
I love this! Is there a pattern out there or any help on how to scale up for a Lab size?
Thanks Kyle, I’m so pleased you like it, you certainly can make the pattern in any size. I’m going to put some detailed instructions on my website but for now…I found it easiest to measure the dog when lay down, then draw an oval big enough for your dog to fit on, then draw a bother oval which is about 2” or 5cm bigger all the way around. Using a tape measure, measure the outer oval circumference this will give you the length you need to make the side pieces. Decide how tall you want the sides (allow an extra 1” (2.5cms) for joining then follow as per the video. Hope this helps, please let me know if you need any extra help 😁
Thank you so much for this video. I successfully made a cute little cat bed for my littlest cat who claimed some mink fabric by sleeping on a pile of my fabric, she is chuffed with her new bed!
Ahhh fantastic! I’m so pleased you found the tutorial useful and and I bet she loves her new bed 🐈😻
Great video!! super helpful and in-depth tutorial, do you have any tips on adding a zip or buttons so there is an opening at the bottom of the wall part (the stuffed part along the edge) I plan on adding an inner "pillow" to each square so I can fill it the pillow, sew it completely then place it inside the main fabric, so it can be removed and I can just wash the cover (as I plan on using wool fibre and this washes at a different temp)
Huge apologies for the delay in replying, it’s been a very hectic prom season! This is a great idea, but a little complicated to explain in text how to do it, but let me know if you still need assistance and I’ll try to do a little tutorial for you x
@@s79design No worries at all!! I do still need assistance and it would be amazing if you coud do a tutorial, thanks again!!!
The one you have made looks the right size for my dog, can you give your dog bed measurements ?
Thank you for your comment, ill have a look back to see if still have the pattern and if I do I’ll send the measurements 😊
Great dog bed, I shall definitely make one. I think you were trying to divide the oval into quarters?😂 but a great tutorial ❤
That’s the one, divided into quarters 🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️🤣
Great tutorial, thanks. Can I ask if you remember roughly how much fibre-fill you used (no idea how much to order!)
Ahhh good question and one I’m afraid I can’t answer 🤦🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️! I have big bags of it for various projects and don’t actually remember how much I used, plus it also depends on the size of the bed you are making… I would order more than you think you need (I know that’s not much help) but I find I always use more to make it padded enough to allow it to stay full when your dog lies on it x
What a great dog bed and fantastic video. I get a puppy next week and going to make one; what height did you do the side panels please?
Thanks Nikki, oooh how exciting getting a new puppy next week! I made the sides of mine 8” so 9” to allow 0.5 inch seam allowance either end. This was perfect for our frenchie, but of course you could make the sides taller if you wanted to. Have fun with your new fur baby 🥰🥰🥰
Than you for your reply, I’m going to make it this week. Cheaper than buying one as pets at home at a bit over priced for the same thing .
Definitely! That’s why I made it! X
Thank you! What a wonderful tutorial and this was exactly the style I was looking for with detachable pillow. Quick question … when you were cutting the fabric, the pillow pieces almost looked smaller than the base piece? Maybe it was just the camera angle
Thanks so much for your message and I’m glad you found the tutorial useful! The pillow piece should be the same size as the base, it may have been the camera angle that made it appear smaller (and I should’ve explained 🤦🏼♀️ ! ) Have fun sewing x
I guessed correctly and I absolutely love how it came out. The only change I made was not doing the front cut-out. Many many thanks :)
@@user-zg6fc2gt9i fantastic! I’m so pleased it all worked for you, just wish I could see it! If you have instagram feel free to tag @s79design in any pics xx
Nice bed, well explained. Just be careful that it is not so small that your dog can’t sleep other than in a tight curl.
Thank you 😊 Definitely good advice, best to draw/ measure the base around your dog when they are comfortably lay out and add a bit more on to be sure, also not making the sides too high or too firm means they can also lie on the sides if they want to 😊
Hi fab video, i made one for my cat Oscar and he loves it. One question if i wanted to do this in another shape like a rectangle, would i do it exactly the same way (measuring wise) for the strip that goes around. I would love for you to do a video for a rectangle shaped bed :). Thank you
Ahh so pleased you liked it! Yes it would be done the same way.. with a few changes to the construction of the sides… I really need to make some more videos so I’ll add this one to my list! Thanks for taking the time to comment 🥰
@@s79design Thank you so much for your quick reply, i hope your next video is soon as i have already got my fabric ready to go. Yes i am one of those that needs things done yesterday once i get my teeth into something ha ha. all the best :)
Well, that is an easy way to make a dog bed!!! So many thanks!! Now, the drama is when you try to wash any bed dog... I made some square ones for my dogs, very simple ones but is still a drama to wash them. Any wise advice regarding this topic?😂😂😂😂😂
thanks for your kind comments! I feel your pain re the washing!! It does depend on the size of the dog bed, but with this style the pillow but is removable so I wash that more often and mine fonts in the machine, since I’ve filled it with polyester fibre fill it’s completely washable, I dry it on the line or in the tumble dryer. I have also replaced the stuffing once! I haven’t washed the outer section yet, although it’s probably getting close to needing it! I could squish mine in the machine without the base pillow but if it’s a big bed you may struggle 😬 I’m thinking I need to design a zip together modular bed that comes apart for washing!
@@s79design Thanks for your kind answer and the zip could be a good idea!
Super idée
Dommage qu’il n’y a pas de sous-titres en français
Thank you 😊 but I’m also sorry they don’t do subtitles in French 😢
Unfortunately I do not know metrics your measuring system I wish it was in US measurements 🥺
Hi Nancy, I think I talk about 5 centimetres in the beginning, this is about 2” (there’s just over 2.5cm in an inch). I hope this helps you out xx
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Where do you get the templet
Hello, there isn’t a template because all dogs need different size beds, making the pattern is relatively simple, to get the base size I suggest measuring around your dog when they are laid out comfortably, or you could measure an existing bed. Then to calculate the height of the sides, just measure up from the floor and decide how high you would like them, bearing in mind that there will be a padded cushion in the bed. Hopefully the video will guide you through the rest, but If you need any help, please feel free to get in touch ☺️
Can the bed be washed?
Hello! Yes the bed certainly can be washed, but it does depend on the fabric you have used. To make this washable and be sure it won’t shrink or distort I recommend you use a washable fabric and pre wash your fabric before cutting out. Also be mindful of the filling you use: polyester toy/ pillow filling is fine and will wash ok, but just check this too xx
This is a little too tough for my skill level now, but I’m saving this for when I get more skill! I swear I spend $30 on a cat bed and they come boxed up smelling like plastic, my cats end up hating them 😅
Ahh I’m glad you like the tutorial and you will soon get there, it’s not too difficult. I totally know what you mean about the bought pet beds! That’s why I always make ours now! I do also have an easier video tutorial for a box style pet bed which you may want to give a try? I’m happy to help if you do decide to give any of my tutorials a try and need any help. You can either message me here or send me an email (s79.sarahbaker@gmail.com) happy sewing x
You really don’t show how to make the pattern
Hi Charmaine, to make the pattern I just measured my dog when lay down and created an oval shape that was big enough to fit on to, you can do this free hand, it’s then just a case of measuring the edge of that oval which gives you the length of the edge piece and dividing up into it up into sections. Because every dog is different it’s difficult to do an individual pattern. I hope this makes sense, I’ll try to do a tutorial just on making up the pattern 🤞
@@s79design Thank you! and for the rectangle piece its circumference plus 1"
@@charmainegray8576 yes that’s it, the extra 1” is for 0.5”seam allowance on each end for joining together.