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Upcycled Shag Rug Dog Bed!

 

Old 2X4 shag rug + old dog + 15 minutes = IDEA!


I was lucky enough this rug happened to have a separate layer of fabric already attached to the bottom.  However, this idea would work with any shag rug and a piece of fabric sewn to the bottom with a sturdy sewing machine.  


This rug had stitched columns, which I like because it keeps the stuffing spread out evenly.  I cut a slit in the middle of each column and stuffed it with fiberfill I ripped out of two ugly old pillows (maximizing my upcycling !



Then I hand-stitched the slits closed.  


Not bad for an old rug, aye?


Success!!!



xoxoxoxo,
Erika and Sebastian

12 comments:

  1. What a fantastic idea! I love it! I had to laugh at the old rug, old dog part. LOL!

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  2. Oh my gosh this is just the cutest thing! I love how creative you are (and I'm sure your dogs love it too!). I would never have thought that an old rug could be something so cute and so useful for your favorite pups! I'm definitely inspired... keep the ideas coming! Thanks!


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  3. That is a GREAT idea, I love it! Wish I could sew. :)

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  4. I love how clever and yet simple this is. I now know what to make my friends with pets for gifts.

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  5. Your dogs will surely sleep on the new rug for long hours now since it's very comfortable for them.

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  6. I have seen a rug similar to this one in a dog boarding Long Island. My husky slept on it like a baby.

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  7. That's a very nice Dog Bed. My Schnauzer will surely love to stay on that kind of rug bed. I think I should get him one. I will try to visit the Pet Supplies Chicago and see if it's available.

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  8. Oh my gosh this is just the cutest thing! I love how creative you are (and I'm sure your dogs love it too!). I would never have thought that an old rug could be something so cute and so useful for your favorite pups! I'm definitely inspired... keep the ideas coming! Thanks!can-c

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  9. You have done absolutely great work here! Thanks for all your efforts!
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