I began making collars about 9 years ago. My family volunteers as puppy raisers for Pilot Dogs, Inc. and our pups go on to become guide dogs for the blind. We receive the pups around 8 weeks old and raise them until they're about 1 year old and ready to begin formal training. They grow through a lot of collars during the time we have them! I couldn't find cute collars that fit their varied personalities, so I began making my own. We just finished raising our 8th guide puppy, a German Shepherd, named Edith. In addition to raising guide dog puppies, my husband and I have a big Italian Spinone named Dave. We are parents to 3 daughters.

All of my collars are handmade with much care in my home in North Georgia. I have 40 years sewing experience. I strive for a very professionally made product that is strong, durable and stylish, using quality supplies.

I operate 2 other Etsy shops, SuburbanStitches and OBrienSupplies.