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How to Create DIY Paw Print Art to Show Your Love for Your Pet

written by Tori Holmes

Our four-legged friends hold a special place in our hearts, and what better way to celebrate their presence than through a DIY pet art project? We’ve put together a list of the different ways you can create beautiful paw print art, ensuring a lasting tribute to your beloved companion.

 

When gathering your supplies, don’t forget to grab your pet’s favorite Freshpet treats or recipes. Rewarding them with a tasty snack through the art process will ensure that they’re on their best behavior!

 

DIY pet art projects using clay

Clay is a great option for a DIY pet art project because it is easy to use and is very forgiving if you want to make any adjustments during the creative process. We’d recommend using the Crayola Air-Dry Clay as it is pet safe and your creations can be left out to harden naturally—no kiln or oven necessary!

 

If clay sounds like the right medium for you, here are some ideas for different DIY pet art projects you can try:

●     Paw print jewelry: Create custom jewelry by making paw print impressions on small, flat charms made of clay. Once dry, you can turn these charms into necklaces, bracelets, or keychains, allowing you to carry a piece of your furry friend with you wherever you go.

 

●     Paw print pottery: Work with clay to create pottery pieces featuring your pet's paw prints. This can include decorative vases, bowls, or plant pots. If you want your piece to be waterproof, however, you will want to look into glazing and firing your pieces in a kiln.

 

●     Paw print ornaments: You can craft ornaments for holidays or to hang in your house year-round by imprinting your pet's paw onto clay. After you finish the paw impression, don’t forget to punch out a small hole so that after it dries you can fish a string through and hang it.

 

Once the clay is dry, you can choose to leave your DIY creation as is or decorate it further. You might want to consider painting the paw print, adding your pet's name, and other personal touches!

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DIY pet art projects using paint

We love using paint for a DIY pet art project because of the wide range of colors and techniques available – you have endless possibilities of pieces of art you can create! When choosing a paint to use, make sure that the label states that it’s pet-safe.


With your paint on hand, you can get started on one of these DIY pet art projects:

●     Paw print canvases: Capture your pet’s paw print on a canvas using pet-safe paints and a sponge or paintbrush. Once the paint is applied to their paw, you can keep it simple with a single print or arrange multiple prints in a pattern for a truly artistic display.

 

●     Paw print cards: You can design personalized greeting cards by stamping your pet’s paw onto cardstock. Add a heartfelt message and you have the perfect card for birthdays, thank-you cards, or any other special occasion.

 

●     Paw print frames: Try adding a special touch to a wooden picture frame by using your pet’s paw print as a stamp. Simply apply the paint and gently stamp the paw along the frame to add a charming design. If their full paw doesn’t fit on the frame, you can use one of the clay paw print ornaments and glue it onto the frame!

 

Creating DIY paw print art is a heartfelt and enjoyable way to celebrate the bond you share with your pet. We hope that you display the finished artwork proudly and cherish the memories you made making them for years to come.