tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7277346071589276562.post119089205178506797..comments2019-10-07T18:50:04.657-07:00Comments on Through a Guide's Eyes: Essential CreativityKaryn and Thanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07324264399574186985noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7277346071589276562.post-69493633167570590492013-06-11T16:07:07.513-07:002013-06-11T16:07:07.513-07:00You learn something new everyday. Though I've ...You learn something new everyday. Though I've always loved to sew, it took me a while to figure out how to do a machine without the use of my feet. Some things are pretty easy to just use a hand for, but some- not so easy (like filling bobbins) I'm on my second machine now (by choice) which has a better presser foot height for heavy materials. It's getting more difficult to find machines that seem appropriate for a blind sewer's needs as many manufacturers are going to digital settings, but my Kenmore's have done me great service.<br />I was so happy when Met and I rolled home from the mall with my first sewing machine. When I made his first gear with it, people would ask me what store I bought it from and that made me proud..<br /><br />I learned about the Clicker Leash when the Obama's got their dog.They also got a Clicker Leash so they gained some popularity that way. There was quite a delay with them but when they heard they were for a service dog they rushed my order. It came in handy with indoor training until I finally figured out what was needed in the adaptation. Post Lyme, it was also a really great asset for us.<br />It is a bit cumbersome if you need to hold onto a handle on your service dog and control a wheelchair but my type of joystick knob combined with my determination to find a way to adapt it certainly paid off for Thane and I<br />It came in really handy working on some of the very bizarre style curbcuts here in our new location- I don't know what I would have done without it as I really needed very precise timing to direct Thane accurately. <br />I'm grateful for how well it has worked out for us though I choose the regular leash for ease of use when training new situations is not necessaryKaryn and Thanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07324264399574186985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7277346071589276562.post-37459654953031122552013-05-26T18:34:54.970-07:002013-05-26T18:34:54.970-07:00I hadn't known about the clicker leash! That w...I hadn't known about the clicker leash! That was a good discovery to learn about for me.<br /><br />I had always assumed you'd had a sewing machine since forever! I didn't know you got it specifically for working on Met's gear. Great resources here -- some I already knew about (from you!) but others I didn't.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7277346071589276562.post-14201228765231098742013-05-08T11:45:47.696-07:002013-05-08T11:45:47.696-07:00I'm not sure if my comment published since I h...I'm not sure if my comment published since I hadn't signed in first--but I am glad you had a chance to write. Not only am I interested in making some gear, like coats and raincoats that fit his frame better, but I want to be able to make repairs to my own equipment as I need, or modifications as needed. The supply resources are a great help!FridaWriteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03321658097813377806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7277346071589276562.post-80252306589423710842013-05-08T11:43:33.209-07:002013-05-08T11:43:33.209-07:00Karyn, I'm glad you had a chance to submit a p...Karyn, I'm glad you had a chance to submit a post. I am encouraged to try to create my own solutions and make my own modifications as I need them to save money. Gear can be quite expensive! <br /><br />This sounds silly, but I am such a sewing novice that when my dog rodented through a strap, I worried that I'd have to replace a vest I'd saved for--but no, that width webbing is available at the fabric store, and we were able to overlay it and fix it.<br /><br />Thank you for the sources for material!FridaWriteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03321658097813377806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7277346071589276562.post-82135674565272467292013-05-04T15:35:26.508-07:002013-05-04T15:35:26.508-07:00Thanks Brooke
I truly love to design my dogs gear ...Thanks Brooke<br />I truly love to design my dogs gear so that it is perfect for our needs. If you ever need any other resources for something specific, feel free to ask as I have quite a number of sites for specific materials. If only I were rich! LOLKaryn and Thanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07324264399574186985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7277346071589276562.post-14707137689329153962013-05-02T08:55:01.774-07:002013-05-02T08:55:01.774-07:00I wish I could be more creative. I would love to b...I wish I could be more creative. I would love to be able to make gear for Rogue, instead of making her deal with the things she dislikes.<br /><br />thanks so much for sharing the websites you like getting materials from, I might order something some day.Brooke, Cessna, Canyon & Roguehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14249788764859520347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7277346071589276562.post-86920000369426426912013-05-01T18:40:07.200-07:002013-05-01T18:40:07.200-07:00Terrific post here Karyn. I realy enjoyed reading...Terrific post here Karyn. I realy enjoyed reading this. I remember you telling me and even sent me a picture of a rain coat you made for thane. Keep up the good work!<br /><br />Debbie & LeoneAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com