Going to the Dogs

Here at Hillsdale HQ, we’re pretty crazy about our dogs. (And yes, most of us have one…or three.) So considering our field, and our pet obsession, it shouldn’t come as much of a surprise that we’re always looking for tasteful ways to incorporate canines into our home décor. Here are a few unique examples on how to incorporate YOUR pet into your style.

• We’re loving artist Erin Rea’s Modern Pet Portraits Etsy shop.  She creates modern prints custom designed from your pet's picture and a wide choice of pop art-inspired backgrounds. 8" x 10" prints are only $55. And if a portrait on the wall might be too much for you, she also can adorn coffee mugs, iPhone covers, totes, pillows and much more. 

  

  Photo Credit: Erin Rhea Modern Pet Portraits

• Artist Dyanna Bruno uses vivid colors to create beautiful paintings and sketches of your beloved pet. Custom sizes and styles are available to suit your décor and your pet's personality; 8" x 8" paintings begin around $200. These are a great way to add a pop of color in foyers, bedrooms or powder rooms. 

  

  Photo Credit: Dyanna Bruno My Paw Portrait

• Le Papier Studio offers sturdy, 100% cotton totes with silhouettes of your favorite breed of dog, or you can send in a pic and have your dog's image forever embellished (silhouettes stay on file so you can put it on other products too). These are ideal for beach goer’s and grocery shoppers alike at $30 for a standard design tote or $40 for a custom creation.

  

  Photo Credit: Le Papier Studio

• Need more snuggling time with Bailey or Scout? Curl up with a few of these felted wool pillows custom designed from your supplied picture. Bonnie Fowler crafts these cozy pillows in several sizes, with the smallest, 8 " x 8" pillow selling for $58. Throw pillows are always a fun, low end commitment way to add a touch of whimsy to your home. 

  

  Photo Credit: Bonnie Fowler

• For classic, realistic oil on canvas portraits, check out artist Steven Morrell’s gorgeous, museum-quality paintings you'll be proud to display above your fireplace, in the bedroom or in some of the more lovely spots in your home. 

Do you own a dog? What kind? Have you ever considered putting your pooches mug on a painting or pillow?