Autumn Dog Designs is inspired not only by the natural things around us, but by folks doing what they love and supporting each other. All the wonderful artists I've met over the years, be they musicians, potters, photographers, gardeners, woodworkers, quilters, seamstresses or just generally crafty people, have brought many good things to their communities and the people in it through their talents. To my fellow crafters, thank you for doing what you do. You amaze me.
A little bit about my creations ...
All ideas are my own. All creations are one-of-a-kind. Some items may be similar, but never exact! I love what I do and it shows in my workmanship.
Materials ... I use 100% cotton quilters fabrics, unbleached muslin for linings, mid- to heavy-weight canvas, corduroy, reclaimed fabrics and sustainable fabrics. All materials used in a project will be clearly noted!
Methods ... All seams in my clothing are serged on my four-thread Husqvarna serger and top-stitched on my Husqvarna sewing machine. I take great pride in making neat, smooth, strong seams! All appliques are hand drawn, hand cut, heat bonded, and tightly satin stitched! Plus, all strings are pulled to the back to prevent fraying. All items are made to last!
Care ... Before clothing construction, each piece of fabric is washed in hot water to prevent future fading and shrinking. It is recommended that you hand wash your handmade garment, or wash it in a washing machine on a gentle wash cycle with like colors or other handmade clothing! Hang to dry.
Environment ... I live in tight quarters with a black border collie mix and wood stove. I do my best to keep all fabrics and items in air-tight containers away from these factors, but if you have pet allergies, please let me know and I will wash and package your purchase in a non-pet environment.
Responsible Practices ... I seek and strive to find ways to reuse and recycle. Shipping materials are reclaimed paper bags and paper packaging, recycled paper is being phased into tags and stationary, and I save my scraps! I prewash all my fabrics with biodegradable laundry detergent. On a larger scale, the bus will be solar powered soon (which means natural power when I sew!). Being less wasteful is great!
I live/am going to be coming through the town* you're in/going to next. Can I schedule a pick-up? ... SURE! If you like something on the site and know that you'll see me sooner than I could mail it to you, I'd be happy to hang on to the item until we meet up! Contact me beforehand so that you don't get charged for shipping and to schedule a pick-up date!
*I move frequently; subject to change without any notice!
If you have any other questions, feel free to ask!
