Favorite Things Friday: June 25, 2021
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Happy Friday, friends! So guess what… I’m bringing back Favorite Things Friday!
Tbh, I was waffling about whether to keep going with our weekly FTFs lists. They’re a lot of work and even though they get pretty good traffic, they’re never our most-visited content. So many of our visitors come from Pinterest (hi Pin-pals!), and these lists are less Pinnable than a recipe or shopping guide. And if I’m completely honest, sometimes I get a little self-doubty about how narcissistic it is to think everyone wants to hear what I’m loving every week—does that make sense?
But this week I took a little informal poll on Instagram and what I heard over and over was that you all reallllly love Favorite Things lists and miss them. (Which is honestly humbling and SO kind.) So… we’re bringing them back. Hopefully weekly or maybe semi-weekly, but they will be published somewhat on the reg.
In chatting with you all about our Favorite Things lists, it was a good reminder of why I wanted to publish these lists in the first place. Way back in 2017, when I started The Dapple at the kitchen table of our little Upper West Side apartment, I felt like there wasn’t a good way to discover creative, unique, or beautiful dog products, and I loved the idea of a weekly grab-bag of fun ideas that could surface both a great pup deal at Target or a fun dog-friendly hotel. It’s been truly so rewarding over the years, and a privilege to highlight the work of so many talented entrepreneurs—many of whom are now friends.
Anyway, all of that to say, FTFs will be here again for the foreseeable future, and I’ve so appreciated the kindness and encouragement this week. Have a wonderful weekend, friends!
XO Heather
#1 Bubble yum
Wondering how our dogs would react to these edible dog bubbles.
Photo courtesy of Sniffington’s
#2 Pool Off
Cheering for the fact that Funboy and Bark have released their Summer 2021 dog floats.
Image courtesy of Funboy
#3 Getting On Board
Discovering new treat brand, Barkuterie Boards, which makes adorable little spreads for pups. The best part? They ship nationwide!
Image courtesy of Barkuterie Boards
#4 Pretty in pink
Counting down to the launch of our friends Barkley Doodles’ new brand Beachy Pups because I definitely need this pink raincoat in my life. (And also their tote bags!)
Image courtesy of Beachy Pups
#5 Pupcation planning
Dreaming of a summer roadtrip to one of Under Canvas’s dog-friendly glamping locations. The Grand Canyon, maybe?
Image courtesy of Under Canvas
#6 Cool for the summer
Crushing on these summery blue and white bandanas.
Image courtesy of Max & Co. Pets
#7 Barkfast time
Alerting everyone that our mini dog waffle maker that so many of you asked about is back in stock at Nordstrom Rack. Or you can get the non-mini one at Target.
Image courtesy of Nordstrom Rack
#8 Happy Campers
Feeling like I need one of these cute dog tents in every color.
Image courtesy of P.L.A.Y
#9 Royal treAtment
Discovering that even the original corgi-fan, The Queen, is getting into the dog gear game with a line of pet accessories. Shop here.
#10 THE SCOOP
Stocking up on The Bear and The Rat dog ice cream ahead of this insanely hot weekend, and discovering that many of you don’t know it is available at Whole Foods! Easy-peasy, right?
Bonus: Party Time
Feeling so grateful to everyone who has pre-ordered our book, Life's a Puppy Party: Recipes, DIYs, and Activities for Celebrating the Seasons with Your Dog! We are so insanely appreciative and so incredibly excited to share it with you!
