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    The Quest For The Ultimate Dog Sweater

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    It's a bit chilly in the winter here in North Idaho and our store mascot (Bentley) loves to go on walks and get outside like the rest of us.   I have been experimenting with some different techniques to come up with a cute, comfortable dog sweater pattern that our customers can knit  for their furry friends.    This is a prototype that needs more work and I wanted to share where I'm at with the initial version.  It is a quick knit bottom up sweater using circular needles with no seaming in a worsted weight yarn.  The legs openings and chest area have a little more structure with  1x1 ribbing to add comfort and a little extra stretch when putting over your puppies head and while walking. [caption id="attachment_1063" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Bottom up dog sweater Bentley's Seamless Dog Sweater[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1067" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Left side of dog sweater View from the left side[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1066" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Right side of dog sweater View of right side sweater[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1068" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Front Leg Holes of dog sweater View of leg and chest openings[/caption]   I have a few more revisions and then I'll post a free pattern for you to download and try.  In the meantime, Bentley is happily modeling my prototypes! Kelley
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    Kelley Hobart

    Hi Brenda, I’ll keep working on it and post it when I have it finished. Have a good night.

    Kelley Hobart

    Hi Vicki, I’ll make sure there is plenty of coverage for the underbelly without getting in the way when he has to potty. I’m using a nice stretchy 1 X 1 Rib that gives a little denser fabric in that area which makes the sweater more cushy too! I’ll be interested in your thoughts when you are able to try the pattern. Thanks again, Kelley

    Kelley Hobart

    Nice, does it resemble a horse blanket? I like that concept too. My only problem is that I can’t make a blanket with a velcro closure as Bentley is scared to death of velcro. He thinks it will pull his hair as his hair is just like cotton and get’s stuck in velcro.The idea of a button is awesome if it can be placed in just the right spot.We’ll have to continue to share ideas and maybe we can make the perfect dog sweater together! Happy knitting. Sincerely, Kelley

    Kelley Hobart

    Hi Debra, I’ll try and figure out a way for Bentley’s sweater to be knit for larger dogs. Wish me luck and extra time to devote to this project!!! Sincerely, Kelley

    K. Kelley

    I was going to suggest the same thing. Can’t wait for the pattern! I have a mutt with allergies who doesn’t have a lot of fur on her belly and we are visiting family in the cold north. Thank you for this!

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