When I’m not busy playing with my Pomeranians or whipping up something delicious in the kitchen, you can often find me in my craft room, creating custom art for the home. As a Pommy Mommy, I love incorporating my Pomeranians into everything I do, so I decided to get a little crafty with them and make personalized artwork featuring their adorable paw prints.
This is a fun and memorable way to create art, and if you’re up for some creative fun with your Pommy, here’s how you can do it!
Paw Print Artwork: The Supplies You’ll Need
Before we begin, remember this getting crafty formula: Pomeranians + Paint = Mess! So, I recommend heading outside for this project to avoid accidental paw prints on your floors or furniture.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- One 8×10 piece of poster board per dog
- Non-toxic poster board paint in the colors of your choice
- A paper plate for the paint
I love making greeting cards and home decor, and for this crafty project, I wanted to create a colorful display of my girls’ paw prints to add to my gallery wall of Pomeranian photos. Let’s just say, the Pomeranians weren’t quite sure what was happening at first!
The Paw Print Process
To get started, I laid out all the supplies in the backyard. First, I let my Pomeranians sniff everything to familiarize them with the process. Then, I poured some paint onto a paper plate and gently dipped each Pomeranian’s paw into it. From there, I had them walk on the thick piece of poster board, creating a unique pattern of colorful paw prints.
At first, the girls were a little confused but quickly got into the fun of walking across the paper. Each step they took left behind a little paw print, turning the poster board into a beautiful keepsake. After the paint dried, I framed the poster board and hung it on the wall. Now I have a piece of art I’ll always treasure, featuring my Pomeranians in a way that’s both personal and playful.
Tips for a Cleaner Paw Print Project
If you don’t have the time, space, or patience to deal with paint, don’t worry! You can achieve the same artistic effect using ink pads. Here are a few tips for using ink instead of paint:
- Choose a non-toxic, washable ink to keep your Pomeranian safe.
- Make sure the ink pad is either brand new or freshly refilled, so you can get a clean print the first time.
- Be quick! You’ll want to get the paw prints done before your Pomeranian has the chance to run off with ink on their paws.
Ink can create a more precise and clean print, and you can still frame it or use it for creative projects around the house. Just make sure you’ve got your Pomeranian in a controlled environment, so they don’t end up running through the house with colorful paws!
A Fun Keepsake to Treasure
This craft project is a wonderful way to get to know your Pomeranian while creating something you’ll cherish for years. Whether you choose paint or ink, making paw print art is a fun and creative activity that will leave you with a beautiful keepsake. So go ahead—get crafty with your Pomeranian and create something special!