Word is spreading quickly about this newest fashion statement with a keepsake twist.

We often find there are two general responses to our pet hair handbags.

First, there are those that think they are absolutely gorgeous and a wonderfully creative keepsake. These are the “AHH” People and fortunately for us, is the most common response [not to mention our favorite customers].

The second group of people are lovingly known as “EEEWW” People, and fortunately for us, their obstacles can be overcome with the following:

Eewww Dispelling Facts:

1. All pets are washed and groomed PRIOR to collecting their hair. The hair fibers we use are cleaner than your dog or cat that is currently running around your house and sleeping on your bed. Unless it has been bathed within the last 2 minutes.

2. Felting requires running the product through a washing process anywhere from 2-6 times. The pet hair handbag is generally cleaner than your own clothing. Unless, of course, you have just washed it 6 times in a row and not worn it yet.

3. Do you ever wear wool? Dog and cat hair fibers are no different from sheep hair fibers. Except that dog hair and cat hair fibers are much cleaner. After all, sheep do not usually visit their groomer once a month for a nice bath and blow dry after rolling around in the mud, muck and sheep pie (is that what it’s called?).

4. Alpaca, Angora, Llama, Camel - are just a few examples of other natural animal fibers that are spun into yarn and used to create sweaters, purses, scarves, blankets, socks, etc. Many of the yarns made from these animal fibers can be very expensive and are quite beautiful.