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Still looking for something special for your Valentine? Well I am super, super, super excited about this one!! Let me introduce you to Gone Doggie! Gone Doggie has some of THE cutest stuffed pups you will ever see - This is what I'm getting my son for Valentine's Day!! With their little heart noses, they are THE perfect additions to your little one's stuffed lovies. I love the fun patterns and the fact that several are designed more for the boys - it's always harder to find and buy cute stuff for the guys! My son is going to LOVE his new little pup, I just can't wait to get it in my hands. And honestly, I searched and searched on Etsy for stuffed lovies...and while I found several cute ones, THIS was by far my fave AND the best priced - you can't beat $10!! Kelly, the owner of Gone Doggie, has several other things in the works - you'll have to be sure to bookmark her shop so you don't miss anything!! Kelly specializes in high-quality, custom dog collars. She even has collars for Valentine's Day! I'm thinking about sending her some fabric to make a Saints collar for our dog, Zoya. If Kelly can make a collar for our beast of a dog - Zoya weighs near 140lbs, then I know she can make ANYONE happy!! A member of Artists for Animals, Kelly is truly talented at what she does. I love that I've found a place to buy a gift for both my pup - AND my son!! Here's what Kelly has to say about her puppies - you'll definitely want to read about her personal pets too - they sound amazing!
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My plush puppies have been a super hit at my craft shows. They started as a filler for my booth while i built up my inventory of collars. The kids just loved them and they were my primary customers. Both boys and girls loved them. While the college themed ones were the most popular I always tried to make sure there were plenty of prints for the boys. I still have plenty of other boy prints to list. It's just so hard because of the cost to ship them. Now that my inventory has gotten to where I need it to be for the shows I am going to start discontinuing them and only doing them as special orders or special requests but, I have plenty that need to be sold before they are completely gone for good.
You better grab them fast before they're gone for good!
Here's a little more about Gone Doggie and the inspiration behind it:
Tell us about the name of your Etsy Shop. What was your inspiration?
Gone Doggie kind of came about because after getting my first dog ever (growing up I only had cats) I fell in love and went nuts for dogs. Anything dog, all dogs, couldn't do enough with dogs. Instead of saying, "you've gone crazy" my husband would say, "you've gone doggie". My original dream was to open a brick and mortar dog store but, financially that wasn't going to happen any time soon so I began creating and doing craft shows and then etsy. I needed a shop name and that is when GONE DOGGIE was born.
Tell us about your pets.
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Do I have pets??? Oh my goodness, YES! Four Dogs and believe me I would have a lot more if my husband would allow it. My oldest is Gunner, an 8 year old chocolate lab. He was a spit fire puppy that taught me what real love was. Gunner is a certified therapy dog. we volunteer with our local school system where Gunner is a reading buddy. We meet with the children who read books to Gunner. It has been a rewarding program for both the children and myself. Jorja is my second dog. She is a black lab mix. She too is 8 years old. After getting Gunner I knew we needed a second dog. Gunner needed a playmate. I found www.petfinder.com and searched all the local animal rescue groups until I saw her photo. Jorja was being transported from the State of Georga from a bad shelter. She was on the list to be euthanized because no one had claimed her nor had anyone adopted her. Jorja has been the most amazing dog. She too is also a certified therapy dog, she has not begun volunteering because she has had some health issues which have prevented her from entering the program. Blue is my third. He is a 3 year hold Husky Mix. Blue was rescued at 4 weeks of age. His mother and 3 sibilings were pulled from a mans driveway who was not caring for the dogs. Despite his young age Blue thrived into a gorgeous, fun loving, care free dog. Finally there is Josie. She is my latest rescue. Josie and her 5 sibilings were dumped outside of the animal control office the first week in December. I adopted her one week later. She is now 4 months old and she is doing great.
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What is your favorite item you've created so far and why?
I have to say to date my dog collars are my favorite item. I love fabric and with the collars I can use almost all the fabrics I find that I love. I began creating the collars for my dogs. I wanted something strong and durable but, I wanted something fun. I just couldn't find what I wanted in the local pet stores. When I did see something, the cost was just too much for my wallet. I began experimenting with my fabrics and interfacing but, realized I needed something much stronger than interfacing. I then researched the different types of webbing and learned what tensile strengths were. When I decided to use the webbing I learned I could not sew them on my home sewing machine so I went out and purchased the industrial sewing machine. This machine is a beast. I was afraid of it at first but, now I whiz stuff through it. I then began making the collars and donating them to the local advocate group I volunteer with. Friends and other folks saw the collars and began asking me to make them for their dogs, then a business was created.
Is there anything you would like to tell readers about yourself on a more personal level - kids, hometown, a favorite Etsy shop, etc?
I am originally from Massachusetts. I moved to North Carolina in 2005. It was the best move I have ever made in my life. The move allowed me to start my own pet sitting service. It has allowed me to be at home more with my dogs, it allows us to spend time volunteering and it has allowed me to be at home to work on my creations. I am finally at a point in my life where I can do what I love. I have lots of friend and family in MA. I visit a few times a year but, North Carolina is my home.
I have met so many wonderful folks through Etsy. I communicate with people all over the world. Etsy has been a wonderful resource and inspiration. I have lots of favorite shops and I am as much of a shopper on etsy as I am a seller.
Do you have any plans for up and coming items you can tell us about?
I have lots of idea's in my head. I am always drawing things out on paper wherever I can. I have drawings on napkins, and if I can't draw it, I simply have words describing what I am thinking or seeing in my head.
I have a design on the table for some dog beds. I am tired of buying dog beds that fall apart after one or two times through the washing machine.
I have some different designs for collars. I am working with my embroidery machine to be able to offer names embroidered on collars. I do lots of things custom order. I get lots of fun requests.
And finally, what are your thoughts on Valentine's Day? Do you celebrate? How?
I have to share this great story about a very special Valentines Day. When my husband and I were just dating it was our first valentines day together. He had invited me to his house for dinner. When I got there he had a card table set up and it was all set for dinner. The napkins had these little lips as napkin rings and there were lace doily hearts decorating the table cloth, it was all done up for the special occasion. He was even cooking dinner. It was some chicken dish that his sister gave him the recipe for. He pulled the dish out of the oven and began serving it. The chicken was undercooked and he had to put it back in the oven. He even called his sister to find out what to do. He was so nervous and embarrassed at the same time. The meal was finally done and it was delicious. I later found out that his mom had made up the table for him. It was the last time he ever cooked for me. We have been married for 10 years and he always finds something special to do on valentines day. But for me, that dinner will always be my favorite valentines day.
Kelly truly loves what she does and THAT makes each creation even more meaningful!!
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Guess what? Kelly has agreed to give one Champagne Wisdom reader a pink plush Valentine's Day puppy!! SHE IS SO CUTE! Want to enter? Just leave a comment telling us your favorite item from Gone Doggie.
Want extra entries?
*Leave Kelly a comment telling her another fabric choice you would love to see on her collars
*Become a fan of Gone Doggy on Facebook
*Subscribe via email or feed to Champagne Wisdom
*Follow!
*Follow Champagne Wisdom on Twitter and tweet (leave a link)
*Leave a comment on any other non-giveaway post
*Enter another giveaway in the I Heart Etsy Giveaway Event
*Tell me who you will give this precious pup to if you're the lucky winner
*Enter any of the giveaways over at 2 Little Muffins - and let me know which giveaway you entered
*Make a purchase from Gone Doggie during the giveaway period and earn 10 additional entries!
(Be sure to leave 10 separate comments)
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That's a ton of chances to win. Here's wishing you love and luck...
This giveaway will end 1/31 at 12:00p.m. central time. Winner will be selected via random.org, emailed and given 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.
128 comments:
Thanks so much for the super wonderful feature. I think it has been the best one I have ever done.
Good Luck everyone on the giveaway. Valerie needs a good home for valentines day!
This Valentine doggy has stole my heart, I love the Monkey Fun-Doggy too, how very special!
pumpkinlady430@yahoo.com
love the monkey fun valentine doggy. very cute!
polly
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these are so cute. I love all of them. The monkey fun is just adorable and so is the must love trucks.
My fav item is Duck, Turtle, and Frog Handmade Reversible Tote/Diaper Bag. Jenprincess88 at aol dot com
I follow you pub-Jenprincess88 at aol dot com
My 20m old son will be receiving this if I win. :) Jenprincess88 at aol dot com
Entered 2 lil muff's Hairbow giveaway-jenprincess88 at aol dot com
Entered 2 lil muff's Amwali Etsy crocheted item-jenprincess88 at aol dot com
awwww, her name's Valerie--what a precious pup!
But I have to say, of all the goodies in the shop, the pink and black Scottie-print tote is my favorite.
Bet your son adores his dino-pup, CW!
I love the pink Valentine dog!
I subscribe!
summywhite at gmail dot com
These are so precious!! My favorite is definitely the 'Hoot' plushie because I adore owls. :)
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Everything is so cute! But I especially like the Dino the Dinosaur pup.
Love the totes!
amanda.townsend2 at gmail dot com
The duck turtle frog bag is so cute! I love it.
sweetbrista (at) g mail (dot) com
Wow, very classy fabric design choices for the doggie collars! I really like the dreamy one. My kids would adore a dog as a pet but we are unable to have one. Luckily, grandma has one to visit! Do the collars come in extra tiny 3 pound doggie size? :) Everything in the Etsy shop looks so well made, lovely.
I would love to give the Valentine dog to my son.
nandagaona@yahoo.com
I love Robby the Robot and the Pretty Preppy tote.
I know that my son would absolutely love her, her dogs(real&stuffe), and her shop;}
My sons dog is a black lab;]
Thank you for the opprotunity!
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Follow via twitter and tweeted:
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Seeing how my son L-O-V-E's Dogs, I would give it to my son if I won;}
I entered these giveaways:
Chalkboard to Go
Om Sewn Creations
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I entered these giveaways:
Chalkboard to Go
Om Sewn Creations
I entered these giveaways at 2 Little Muffins:
XO Brand Jewelry Making Variety Pack
Amlowi Crocheted Goodie
Mae&Me
I entered these giveaways at 2 Little Muffins:
XO Brand Jewelry Making Variety Pack
Amlowi Crocheted Goodie
Mae&Me
I entered these giveaways at 2 Little Muffins:
XO Brand Jewelry Making Variety Pack
Amlowi Crocheted Goodie
Mae&Me
I entered these giveaways at 2 Little Muffins:
XO Brand Jewelry Making Variety Pack
Amlowi Crocheted Goodie
Mae&Me
I like the Preppy Pretty in Pink and Chocolate Doggie print tote!! Sooo cute!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26655651
Please enter me:) Thanks!!
esterried[at]yahoo[dot]com
And maybe a camo print for the collars?
esterried[at]yahoo[dot]com
I am an email subscriber:)
I also entered your Raptor Baby giveaway.
And I entered the Om Sewn giveaway.
And I entered the Chalkboard to go!!
And if I won this giveaway I would give it to my Mother:) She loves dogs and this is very cute!! Thanks!!
esterried[at]yahoo[dot]com
I like the Crazee Kitty Tote Bag
pbclark(at)netins(dot)net
My granddaughter would love this cute puppy!
pbclark(at)netins(dot)net
I like the Duck, Turtle, and Frog Handmade Reversible Tote
tiramisu392 (at) yahoo.com
I LOVE Hoot the Homemade Plush Dog. I love anything Owls so I definitely Love this.
Jessica P.
jessicap067@gmail.com
I am a FB Follower
abrostad@hotmail.com
My favourite item is the Daisy Mae Plush Puppy! What a great store! I love the nose on the puppies! They must be made with love!
Facebook fan of Gone Doggie
Lauren Egier
Tweeted about the giveaway
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This is one item that I would have to be selfish about. I've donated most of my dog related contest wins to the rescue group that we adopted our dog from, but I would have to keep this one. I fell in love with it when I first saw it.
I like the free spirit collar
bargainfun1 at yahoo
I added gone doggie on facebook
bargainfun1 at yahoo
love this.........since frogs and monkeys are my fave.......i'd have to say the monkey one.
I subscribe
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I subscribe
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entered the hairbow gw I subscribe
jacksond@nhr3.net
I like the Preppy Pretty in Pink and Chocolate Doggie Print Handmade Reversible Tote.
This would be for my daughter.
I entered the Raptor baby giveaway.
I entered the Hair Bow and Personalized Clippie Giveaway from MAEandMe on Etsy.
I'm following you on twitter
shabbychicmom (at) gmail (dot) com
I retweeted it!
shabbychicmom at gmail com
I'm following Gone Doggy on facebook.
laurenrj@gmail.com
I've entered the Om Sewn Giveaway also!
laurenrj@gmail.com
I love the Daisy Mae Doggy in the shop! so so sweet.
laurenrj@gmail.com
I've won, this little dog would go to my little valentine! :)
laurenrj@gmail.com
I've also entered the Chalkboard to Go giveaway.
laurenrj@gmail.com
I follow
I would give mine to my son for his 1st Valentine's Day
I loe their collars, Sophie needs a new one. I think Id get her the free sprit one
I love the doggie you are giving away! That's my favorite item from her shop. I also really like the pink/black Scottie totebag--adorable!
Marci
june_spirit2628 at hotmail.com
How about some plaid dog collars--like brown/red or green/ivory. I think plaid would be a big hit for classy doggies!
Marci
june_spirit2628 at hotmail.com
I also entered the chalkboard giveaway.
Marci
june_spirit2628 at hotmail.com
I also entered the I Heart Mom/Dad t-shirt giveaway.
Marci
june_spirit2628 at hotmail.com
I would give this puppy to my niece--or maybe keep it myself because it reminds me of my lab/daschund mix Sophie!
Marci
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My favorite item is the "must love trucks" puppy.
rach62803@yahoo.com
Another fabric might be something metallic or reflective that would be good for a collar.
rach62803@yahoo.com
Although my kids would love this pup, I would send it to my nieces.
rach62803@yahoo.com
I like the collars, pink hearts for my girls and blue camo for the boys. The valentine puppy is so cute.
commented on your "house party" post.
rach62803@yahoo.com
These are so cute! I would love to give one to my niece.
I think my favorite product is the Heartly Handmade Plush Puppy Dog!
Thanks for the entry :)
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so cute! my favorite is the hoot plush puppy
melanieinaz2003 at yahoo
a colored courderoy might be nice for a collar
I'm going to give this puppy to my daughter for Valentines
ooops here's the tweet http://twitter.com/kaiasmommy/status/8033071104
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38961210
heartly handmade is my fave puppy! thanks for the opportunity! what a great price point!
xo, katie
I love Daisy Mae Handmade Plush Puppy Dog!
kristenlaudick at yahoo dot com
I like the Robby Robot, Handmade Plush Puppy Dog. So cute!
I love the Honey Dog Collar! My boy dog probably wouldn't appreciate it's girly glory, though :( haha
cam22190 at gmail
I follow this blog! :)
cam22190 at gmail
I would give the little pup to my roommate :)
cam22190 at gmail
I entered the Hair Bow and Personalized Clippie Giveaway from MAEandMe at 2 Lil' Muffins! :)
I love the Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Ribbons Handmade Dog Collar.
urchiken at gmail dot com
I would love to see collars and leashes made with the modern flora fabrics from Jessica Jones.
urchiken at gmail dot com
I love the pink skulls dog collar.
lankylegslass(at)hotmail(dot)com
I follow your blog.
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I like the blue paisley dog collar in the shop. Would look perfect on my little doggie. Thanks!
Melissa
mrvannice at hotmail dot com
I wholeheartedly agree...a SAINTS fabric would be great! We are HUGE Saints fans in this house.
Melissa
mrvannice at hotmail dot com
I subscribed to your blog...loving it. Thanks!
Melissa
mrvannice at hotmail dot com
I commented on your Jan 18 non-giveaway post...loving the heart garland for Valentine's Day!
Melissa
mrvannice at hotmail dot com
I like the robot dog! So cute! Kbroderi@msn.com
I would like to see more girlie patterns in her collars and the bears too!
The stuffed doggie IS my favorite. I like the Robby RObot fabric on him http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38550437
i like the heartly handmade plush puppy dog
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fan of gone doggie on facebook-lmurley2000
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email subscriber
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follow and tweeted
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i would give to son to give to his girlfriend for valentines day
lmurley2000@yahoo.com
I like Hoot the Homemade Plush Dog. Love the site and products!
bethnaf at hotmail dot com
I love the Valerie Handmade Puppy - my daughter would love it!
Daily Tweet:
http://twitter.com/LaurenEgier/status/8132993438
My fav is the hoot plush doggie
a_heart4home[at]yahoo[dot]com
I love the "Must Love Trucks"
Elle
Ellesjunkmail@gmail.com
I'm following gone Doggy on FB!
Ellesjunkmail
I'd give it to my friend Bob's daughter, Kyra!
Ellesjunkmail@gmail.com
oh my! I have to pick one? How about the all star sports doggie? or the must love trucks one. They're allcute!!
i would give it to my boys - they would be tickled to death with one of these!!
how about a camo collar?
My favorite item is the retro handmade collar.
mnewton1985(at)aol(dot)com
I like the Monkey Fun Doggy.
dmb161@aol.com
I would give this to my 3 kids.
dmb161@aol.com
I love the plush dogs! But I would love a COLTS collar even more! :)
I follow!
I would give this cute pup to my cutie daughter :)
I like this duckie/turtle/frog reversible tote bag
Thank you for the giveaway!
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The Heartly handmade puppy is SO cute, oh they alll are!!
earthdancedaph@yahoo.com
I love the Duck, Turtle, and Frog Handmade Reversible Tote/Diaper Bag. It is so cute!
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I'm a a fan of Gone Doggy on Facebook.
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I Subscribe via email to Champagne Wisdom
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I will probably give the precious pup to one of my grandkids. Which one? Heaven only knows. Oh, I know. I'll give it to my baby that's due in April.
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