12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade Time!

Every year I put on my best holiday gear and get ready for the Downingtown Christmas Parade in town.

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

This year was no exception!

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

Being that I have a 9-5 job working as official shop greeter at mom’s shop in town, parade time I have to work extra hard to invite parade goers into the shop for free hot cider & cookies!

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

Luckily I’m pretty cute, so my job usually isn’t that hard. *wink*

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

After working hard at the shop all morning I was excited to hear that the parade was about to start. I made sure I got a front row seat for all the action!

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

The parade was just as fabulous as always, but the most exciting part is always SANTA!

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

And MRS. CLAUS too!

Hey Santa! I hope you got my Christmas List! See you again in a few days! Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar

DIY and Cookies, what’s more to love? Today I have a very special holiday diy to share with you, it’s simple, it’s easy, and it involves cookies!

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

Supplies:

  • Mason Jar
  • Painters Tape
  • Spray Paint
  • Bone Cookie Cutter (or anything you would like to use as a stencil)
  • Exacto Knife

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

Step 1: Lay out your painters tape on a cuttable surface (self-healing mats work great) and trace around your dog bone shaped cookie cutter (or any stencil you would like to use).

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

Step 2: Cut the shape out with an exacto knife.

Step 3: Position your cut-out shape on the mason jar where-ever you would like it.

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

Step 4: Spray paint the jar in any color you would like.

Step 5: When the jar is dry remove the painters tape and fill with your favorite cookies!

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

I filled my jar with some peanut butter cookies from the Three Dog Bakery, but if you are looking for some recipes you might want to check out this E-book from Pretty Fluffy.

My new DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar would make the perfect gift this holiday to give to my best friend Trooper, however my tummy might have the final ruling on this one. I’m sure Trooper won’t mind if I eat just a few! Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

One of my favorite things about the holidays is decorating the house with lots of Christmas Cheer! So this year my mom decided to help me make some festive ornaments to hang on my tree. These DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments will add a little WOOF to any home!

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

Supplies:

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

Step 1: After choosing photos of your pet to use (it helps if they have a white background) print them out on your iron-on transfer paper. Follow the directions on the package for printing, and remember to mirror your image.

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

Step 2: Cut your images out of the print-out.

Step 3: Iron on your images to your white fabric, making sure you follow the directions on your iron-on transfer paper package.

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

Step 4: Cut each image out of your fabric, making sure to leave at least a 1 inch space around each image. By using something as a template you can also cut them out in the shape of a circle, which will be easier to sew down the line.

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

Step 5: Next you will want to cut shapes out of your colorful Christmas fabric that are the same size as the images. These will serve as the backing for your ornament.

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

Step 6: Using the baker’s twine you’ll want to cut a small piece and tie it into a bow. Then with your needle and thread stitch your bow onto the image transfer of your pet.

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

Step 7: Then you will want to sew your ornament together. Place your colored fabric ONTOP of your image and then using your sewing machine (or by hand) stitch nearly all the way around your ornament, leaving about a 1/2 an inch of the fabric un-sewn.

Step 8: Flip your sewn ornament inside out so that now the image is on the outside. Then stuff with cotton.

Step 9: Cut a piece of bakers twine to be used to hang your ornament and knot it into a loop. Then using a needle and thread stitch the top of your ornament (and the loop) closed.

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

Step 10: Marvel in your diy-ness and enjoy your new ornaments!

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

I’m thoroughly enjoying my new ornaments, and I think they’re super cute !

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

I bet you can guess which one’s my favorite! Ammo the Dachshund

*The photos used for my ornaments were from the lovely Brenda Carpenter & The Mutt Room!

12 Days of Cheer! Visiting Santa

Last week mom and dad took me to Waterloo Gardens to see Santa. I was so excited because I couldn’t wait to tell him all of the lovely gifts I wanted him to pack on his sleigh for me.

12 Days of Cheer // Ammo the Dachshund visits Santa

Mom and dad snapped lots of photos of me, and I made sure to pack my reindeer antlers….just in case Santa was in need of one more reindeer for his sleigh!

12 Days of Cheer // Ammo the Dachshund visits Santa

Sadly Santa saw right though my cardboard antlers, but he made me feel much better with a great big Christmas hug! Best day ever!

Little did I know, later in the week I’d get to see Santa again, this time at the Animal Clinic at Thorndale. This trip to Santa gave me a chance to donate money to the fund for Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief. Yay for helping the animals!

I’ll have to wait a bit longer to see the professional photos from Clocks for Seeing Photography, but mom and dad were able to snap this shot of me on Santa’s lap.

12 Days of Cheer // Ammo's trip to see Santa

Yes, I’ll admit – I was a bit frightened. But when Santa sets up shop in your vet’s office…..you can’t help but worry that his Christmas gift to you is bound to be a round of shots. Luckily he had mercy on me this year. Thanks Santa.

Now I only have 12 more days until I get to see Santa again – when he slides down my chimney on Christmas Eve! Yippee! Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo’s Christmas Wishlist

Dear Santa,

Even though I ate mom’s lunch at work (several times), barked at my next door neighbor (a lot), destuffed all my toys all over the house, and got mud on the new white sofa…..I really think I deserve all of the items on my Christmas Wish List. I will try harder next year.

xoxo, Ammo.

12 Days of Cheer // Ammo the Dachshund's Christmas Wish List

1. Orbee Tuff Lil’ Bulb from Planet Dog

2. Nina Ottosson Dog Casino from Olive

3. Cashmere Hoodie Cable Coat from Inubar

4. Dipper Bowl from Waggo

5. Hughes Soft Storage Bin (for my toys) from the Container Store Ammo the Dachshund

 

12 Days of Cheer!

Starting today I’m going to be celebrating the 12 Days of Cheer! What is the 12 Days of Cheer you ask? Why only the most awesome, spectacular, fantastic celebration of all things Holiday on the internet!

12 Days of Cheer! with Ammo the Dachshund

For 12 days (monday through friday) I’ll be bringing you awesome holiday DIY’s, cheerful Christmas photos, holiday freebies, dog friendly gifts and so much more. It’s going to be so much fun!

12 Days of Cheer! with Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! with Ammo the Dachshund

I hope you’ll join me in celebrating the 12 Days of Cheer, because it wouldn’t be as much fun without you! Ammo the Dachshund