Self Petting Dog

I thought I'd share with you one of the many neurotic habits of my self-petting dog (and yes, this is off topic, I know).  This is Kya who often shies away from being petted by people and much prefers petting herself on objects such as table cloths and my future in-laws plant (as witnessed this past weekend).  They say that a dog's personality often reflects that of it's owner but I just don't know how to explain this one. 

Photography: Winnie Au

I can't help but smile and be cheered by these sweet dog portraits by Winnie Au.

The patterned back drops are a nice touch too.  I'd love to have some professional portraits of my pups taken but it seems a little excessive for the budget.  I can't help but think it would be worth it though, especially because, like me, they aren't getting any younger :)

images via here

Shop Update

Some new items in the shop, for your viewing pleasure...

Sam's bird...a vintage inspired hairpin $6
Robin's Egg Blue antique brass hairpins $9.50


Mini flower earring duos in Spring Beckons and Play it Cool $12


Periwinkle blue stud earrings $10
Inky blue clip-ons $10
Dusty rose clip-ons $10
Canary yellow stud earrings $10


Crazy eyed Kya, not for sale.

Giveaway: Hot Digital Dog pet portraits

This weekend's giveaway comes from a local (to me) artist who specializes in animal portriature. I had a friend get two custom dog portraits for her husband's Christmas gifts and I immediately fell in love with Hot Digital Dog's quirky, unique, cheeky, vintage style. These portraits are meant to make you laugh; I can just picture Kya and Bella's silly mugs in these get-ups. Cindy has asked me to pick 3 portraits to giveaway to one lucky reader! Three (that's a $45 value)!

Here's what you can win:
Miss Dewdrop Mouse


Dog Say What


Ballard

{all images via Hot Digital Dog}
If you've been looking for additions to your art wall or you need unique gifts for friends, this is the giveaway for you. Winner gets all three of these sweet beauties! If you'd like to get your own custom pet portrait, you can receive 10% off, just tell Hot Digit Dog you're a D&OC reader upon checkout.
How To Enter (3 entries).
1. Visit Hot Digital Dog and tell me what you think. Does one particular portrait make you smile?
2. Are you a reader/follower of D&OC? Awesome! You get a 2nd SEPARATE entry. Just say, "I'm a follower."
3. Blog, Tweet, or Facebook about this giveaway and let me know you did. (3rd entry).

Have a very happy weekend and good luck! Winner will be announced next Wednesday morning.
xo,
Christina

Winner of the recycled jewelery giveaway...

Do you ever think that you don't want to be the first one to enter a giveaway because #1 never wins? So not true in this case. I am pleased to announce that Random.org chose lucky #1 as the winner of this very fun, eco-friendly bracelet. And the winner is.... PS~Erin from Perfect Sentiment!!! I had some really cute photos planned for you Erin, but my computer isn't cooperating so instead, I'm going to share some photos I took at the dog park.

Here are my number ones (I can have more than one, right?)

These guys are athletes when it comes to getting that ball.

A big thanks to Kathy for giving away this wonderful bracelet. You're work is cute and important (yay for recycled!) If you missed it, you can visit Kathy's shop here.
Thank you to all my awesome readers that entered the giveaway! I'm starting a new series tomorrow so please come back, you don't want to miss it.

~Christina

And the winner of the filigree frame...

The winner of the filigree frame of her choice is...

That would be Claire Keifer! Yay Claire! I'll e-mail you shortly, but if you see this before I can get to you, please send me your shipping address along with the item of your choice.
A big thank you to Julia for being so generous with this giveaway. Julia, you're stuff is awesome (if you can't tell from the lovely comment) and I wish you the best of luck with your store.
Now, without much further adieu, I think it's time for you all to meet my babies...
This is Bella (her pet name is Bug, yup a pet with a pet name). She came to me as a rescue at 4 months old and she was very sick. She's almost four years old and a little too healthy for her own good (you haven't seen energy until you've seen her in action).
Even with all the energy of a hunting dog, she's the sweetest thing you'll ever cuddle.
This is Kya (and no I did not know her name meant 'marijuana' when I named her, thank you very much, and her pet name is 'Boo' in case you're wondering). She's the mom of the group...protective and loyal.
Kya rocks a mowhawk...because she's a rockstar, really.
{all photos via ME! with new, unnamed camera}
Please remember, I am not a photographer. Thank you all for participating in the giveaway...and for being such wonderful readers! You all are what keep me posting.
~Christina