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NIPS & PAWS

Nips and Paws Items are made with love in Bethel, Connecticut, USA.

My name is Michelle. I’m an army wife, Crafter, small business owner, teacher, indigenous woman (Higuayagua Taino) and momma to two boys (a teen and a furry four legged one). SEWING has been passed down to be by a long line of women who enjoyed the art of fashion. My great-grandmother made her living by creating mens fashion items and taught her children this beautiful trade. Growing up and seeing my elders including the men and women at their sewing machines or creating hand designed home items was part of every day life.

Sewing for me really started during Covid when I made masks and was gifted a puppy by my mother. I never owned a pup and there was so much to learn. What do I feed him? How do I train him? When do I go to the vet? Would he like wearing dog apparel? Now my cockapoo Ollie has lots of fun bandanas and other dog items for a healthy and stylish pup. I hope your pup will love these items too.

as an added bonus my sewing has transferred to making Taino Indian regalia and Taino inspired fashion and crafts.

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items sold on this page should always be used for its intended purpose. Always be sure to supervise all dogs and children when using our products. Please do not let your loved ones consume any of our non-edible products. Nips and Paws is not responsible for any damage done to human or pet.

A reminder that all custom pieces are non-refundable. SPiritwear orders for BMS are final sale items.