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Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Alfie Gets Cozy

Brrr!  It's been cold, and Alfie got chilly.  Okay, I just think Alfie got chilly because, after all, he didn't show any signs like shivering or his teeth chattering.  But with highs of 10 degrees Fahrenheit, I get cold, and, as my kids will tell you, if I am cold, I assume everyone is cold and will foist hats and coats on all and sundry.  So . . .



Well, okay, maybe I just wanted Alfie to have a sweater.  Especially after the husband told me it wouldn't work and that Alfie wouldn't wear it.  Alfie not only wears it, he wags his tail when I get the sweater out of the basket.

I pulled this gorgeous pure wool Pendleton sweater from the attic where it has languished since I stole it from my mother ten or more years ago.  My mother is a tiny woman; there is no way I was ever going to fit into that sweater.  So I cut the sleeves off (don't tell my mother), slipped it over Alfie's head and front legs, and he was ready to go.

Alfie might have had doubts right at first, but once we tried it outside, he got it! Warmth and style -- what could be better?

Alfie looking askance.  What the heck am I wearing?

44 comments:

  1. I am cracking up! I love his expressions and he looks SO cute in that sweater! Now I want one for Rosie! It is freezing here today too. It was 10 degrees when I got up this morning and we are expected snow on Friday. Enjoy the rest of your week!
    -Shelley

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  2. He looks all preppy in that sweater and it matches his fur as well. I am thinking maybe I should put my sweaters on today because it is a tiny bit chilly in the house today. You are a good doggy mommy.

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  3. I think he looks quite handsome! And warm...

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  4. Stopping by to visit after seeing you comment on my post this morning. Thanks for visiting! Your dog is adorable and the sweater seems to be a perfect fit! Hope you have a great day

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  5. A perfect upcycling project..and a happy pooch too!

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  6. Alfie is one styling dog. And, um, yeah, I really like that cheery color on your walls and those wood floors and those rugs.

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    1. Thanks! I first painted my little office that color and liked it so much I expanded to the area by the front door and then the whole entry hall.

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  7. That's so funny, he looks great in his sweater and a perfect way to see if he really like wearing one before going to the effort of knitting one. You are going to knit him one of his own, aren't you?

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  8. I love it! Also, those sleeves would be really cute coffee sleeves.

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  9. how cute...and I'm the same way, if I'm cold everyone better dress up. Pity my family when I have hot flashes. hahaha.
    Debbi
    -yankeeburrowcreations

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  10. Hello there - Happy New Year! Just love that last photograph of Alfie - the look in his eye is just so sexy!

    Hope you're all well - missed your comments recently!

    Isobel: www.ColdhamCuddliescalling.blogspot.com

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  11. Aw, Alfie looks so sweet & cosy in his little jumper.
    Happy Wednesday
    Xx

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  12. Ha! Ha! great post.
    He does look as if he thinks he is top notch...hey look at me girls all posh looking!!! :-)

    Totally agree with you if I'm cold I presume everyone else is and I turn up the heating. I detest the cold.

    keep well

    Amanda :-)

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  13. So cute! My dogs have sweaters for extra cold nights that they have to stay outside if we go out.

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  14. Hi there! I've gotten to know you by your comments on my blog, so I just added your blog to my favorites list so I won't miss any of your posts! Love your dog sweater!! ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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  15. Oh he looks so cute and snuggled up :) I know what you mean, when I'm chilly and others are walking about in short sleeves, I want to wrap them up warm :) xx

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  16. Alfie! You look so warm, buddy!!! How adorable!!!! I think that creamy color looks nice on you!

    xo,
    Bonnie Blue

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  17. I think Alfie looks quite dapper in his wool vest. He just needs a pipe and he's all set. :@

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  18. Alfie is looking pretty danged cute if you ask me. Aren't they funny though? xo Diana

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  19. Oh...how handsome! It's neat that he likes it. And great idea cutting up the sweater for him. I tried to put a little sweatshirt on Layla today and she acted very annoyed, I think it was just too thick. She likes her little sweaters. My floors get cold and since she's only about 5 inches high she just shivers all the time. Maybe I need to get her slippers! lol!

    XO,
    Jane

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  20. What a lovely sweater! I love his look in that last picture. Priceless!
    ~Kim

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  21. These are the sweetest pictures ever. What a great idea!

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  22. Alphie looks so handsome! What a great idea. I know that Bubba loves his sweaters this time of year. It's cold out there!

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  23. Alphie looks like he's happy and warm. I knitted a sweater for Chloe, our British Lab last year and people laughed and said she would hate it. Not only does she not hate it, she's gotten it out of her basket a few times and brought it to me to put it on her!

    BTW-my parents both retired from Pendleton years ago and I and all my siblings worked there at one time or another. That's no dime store sweater Alphie's wearing! :-)

    Blessings,
    Betsy
    Http://Betsy-thesimplelifeofaqueen.blogspot.com

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  24. Alphie has put a smile on my face...great photos!

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  25. I love that last photo where he's peeking at you sideways like, OK, I'm doing it. Do you really have to take my picture?? LOL. How neat!

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  26. He is really adorable in that sweater and hopefully warm, too!

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  27. Sooo cute!! Perfect fit and it seems like he's happy with it on.
    Mary Alice

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  28. I love it - and I bet he was cold. Did you make that for him? Disco our dog does not like to wear one!!!

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  29. Oh what a good dog. When we put a sweater on our dog she doesn't move...it's like she's frozen. So funny. Brilliant to just cut off the arms of that sweater!

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  30. I love how you've refashioned that sweater. And I promise I won't tell your mom. :-)

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  31. Perfect for pooch!

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  32. oo... Nice... he looks very stylish in that sweater.

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  33. So cute!.
    www.rsrue.blogspot.com
    Stay warm!!!

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  34. What a gorgeous hound Alfie is, and so well dressed ;)

    Thank you for the get well wishes :D

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  35. well those pictures just crack me right up. the look in the last one is priceless. did alfie have to sign a release?

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  36. haha...his look!!! he is a beautiful dog with or without a new sweater!

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  37. That is the cutest thing I have ever seen.
    Meredith

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  38. Alfie looks so stylish! And cute. If I was a dog I know I would want a coat in those kinds of temperatures xx

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  39. Aw. What a sweetheart! I love this. I bought Scout a hoodie a few years ago, but she just panted like I was suffocating her. She has a little more hair than your guy does though... and mostly she's a drama queen.

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