I'm a big fan of the site Etsy.com and if you haven't been there, I encourage you to check it out. It's a shopping site featuring independent artists selling handmade wares from jewelry and clothing to original, custom artwork. Buyer, beware though - there are so many fun, funky, unique items at Etsy, you might become addicted.
By Brandie Ahlgren | September 19, 2008
Artist Heather LeMay creates these little pieces of custom, wearable art for the discerning dog and cat lover. Choose from Heather's collection of original artwork or have her create a custom pendant of your furry friend to wear close your heart.
By Brandie Ahlgren | September 23, 2008
I love custom, wearable art -- especially when it's custom, wearable dog art. Whether it's handmade clothing or jewelry, each piece is individually designed and created as expressive art and what could be more expressive than a dog's face, right?
By Brandie Ahlgren | September 29, 2008
Give an old belt a future. These cool dog and cat collars by Greenbelts are hand crafted by Seattle artist Shannon Ritscher using recycled leather belts.
By Brandie Ahlgren | October 3, 2008
I'm not a baker myself -- in fact, I rarely even cook. But still, there's something about creating something from scratch that feels homey, especially during the holidays. That's why, in its upcoming holiday issue, CityDog Magazine (for which I am also the editor) will feature recipes from Seattle-area dog lovers.
By Brandie Ahlgren | October 10, 2008
Scientist-turned-software-project-manager-turned-artist Anandi Raman Creath calls herself a geek at heart -- but we think these not-so-geeky custom dog tags are pretty cool. And, they're made right here in the Northwest (Redmond, to be exact).
By Brandie Ahlgren | October 10, 2008
About a week ago, a package arrived at the CityDog Magazine office and lo' and behold, it contained an "Obama for President" dog collar. I dug around to see if there was also a "McCain for President" collar inside, but to no avail. Guess that makes me part of the "liberal media."
By Brandie Ahlgren | October 14, 2008
I'm a big fan of the show LA Ink and now your dog can show off its own ink by Los Angeles based artist Anna Graham. Inspired by her Boston terrier Jim, Anna creates custom collars, leads and bowls for your four- legged friend, featuring her tattoo-inspired designs. Each is hand painted and can be personalized with your pooch's name. Choose from a variety of classic designs including Asian koi fish, a pin up girl, Day of the Dead, and more. For more information, go to tattooedpooch.com.
By Brandie Ahlgren | November 4, 2008
Is it just me, or does is it feel like this election has dragged on forever? Well, it's almost over and to throw a little fun into the mix, High Maintenance Bitch (HMB) is hosting a Red, White & Boo party at its pet boutique in Wallingford tomorrow.
By Brandie Ahlgren | October 31, 2008
November is adopt-a-senior-pet month, so there's no time like the present to welcome an older dog or cat into your home. While there might be challenges, there are also many benefits to adopting a senior pet. Seattle pet photographer Emily Rieman has, in the last year, adopted two senior dogs -- Libby (now passed) and Lily -- from Seattle area shelters.
By Brandie Ahlgren | November 12, 2008
