How To Make Dog Collars

Learn how to make dog collars with our detailed instructions!

Collars come in a great variety of styles and materials.

Now you can have the fun of learning how to make them using our step-by-step instructions.

Once you've mastered some basics, it will be easy for you to add unique touches.

Of course, you can also create your own designs from scratch, especially once you get the hang of it...

Collars can be more than just functional. Consider combining both fashion and function for stepping out in style!

Check out the following link for a purely decorative collar, then scroll down to the bottom of this page for more ideas.

SOME IDEAS FOR MAKING DOG COLLARS

You can, naturally, buy a collar with beautiful decorative webbing like the one at left. But if you really want to craft one yourself, consider the ideas below:

• Make one out of nylon webbing using straps and plastic snaps off old backpacks and bags
• For a fancier look, buy inexpensive multicolored webbing from Strapworks.com
• Cut a leather belt with metal buckle down to collar size
• Weave a strip with cotton yarn, string or beads on or off loom
• Use some old blue jean material and embroider patterns on it, or
• Crochet, weave or knit a strip out of sturdy fibers
• Braid/weave one out of yarn. See Design Your Own Dog Collar. Or go directly to our order page at Dog Leashes & Collars Instructions

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HOW TO MAKE A GOOD LOOKING COLLAR

• Glue rhinestones, beads or small bows onto fabric or nylon webbing
• Keep small items out of reach of dogs that chew!
• Try different widths of a piece of fabric against your dog's neck to see how they look. Then check again using the actual leash or collar webbing
• Make a leash to match your dog's collar. Hold walks in style!

INSTRUCTIONS FOR DECORATIVE ADDITIONS