You know, when I said I wanted some time to myself, what I meant was that I could use a vacation. But alas, what we got was an indefinite stay-at-home order instead. And I mean, as much as I’m enjoying allowing my inner hermit to shine, it does become a little droll staring at the same 4 walls all day.
Those among us who get their energy from social interaction and/or the great outdoors are, (so I hear), especially struggling with the quarantine lifestyle, and I gotta say, there’s no shame in that. But while we might not be able to party hard together, we can still party hard indoors with our cats, a bottle of wine, and some crafts. Yup, you heard right, it’s craft time, with a kitty-themed spin.
Crafts For Cats
Okay, so honestly, when I first conjured the idea for this article, I wasn’t really going to focus on crafts for cats. But of course, I just couldn’t help myself. Besides, who wouldn’t want an excuse to spoil their best quarantine buddy?
Cactus Cat Scratcher
Is your furry friend constantly picking at the furniture? Has she left her mark on all your curtains, no matter what you do? Fret no more, for this DIY Cactus Cat Scratcher is an adorable way to entice Miss Kitty into picking on something her own size. Quirky, cute, and fun, you’ll enjoy putting this project together almost as much as you will enjoy having furniture that no longer bears your kitty’s signature scratch marks!
Vintage Kitty Camper
Do you have a ton of big Amazon boxes? Like, an embarrassing amount of Amazon boxes? Why not turn all that unused cardboard into a darling little Vintage-Style Kitty Camper? Send Mr. Whiskers on his greatest adventure yet with this cheap, easy-to-do project.
Crafts For Kids
If you’ve got kids, you might be struggling to keep them entertained during quarantine. If you’ve already burned through your Disney+ watchlist, try something new and give these craft projects a shot.
Kitty Dress-Up Dolls
For an inexpensive way to create a craft that will keep the fun coming, this extra-cute Kitty Dress Up project is perfect for kids of all ages. Half the fun is making your kitties, and the other half is dressing them up over and over again. Perfect for the cat-crazy fashionista in your family!
Bookmark Origami
It is said that a certain type of zen can be found in the art of origami. Well, if zen is what you’re after, this Origami Cat Bookmark is the perfect place to start. This craft is a great way to create something both cute and useful. With easy step-by-step instructions and pictures, this project will be sure to keep kids creative and curious.
Projects For All Ages
Why let the kids and the cats have all the fun? It’s time to treat yourself with some DIY projects for you. Yes, you. Hey, you deserve it!
Felted Neko Atsume
Remember the mobile game, Neko Atsume? I for one definitely “didn’t” spend a billion hours trying to lure every cat to my garden. Nope, not me. A mobile game about collecting cats? Not my thing, not even a little bit. Ahem. Anyway, if you’d like to reclaim some of the nostalgia of a simpler time, check out this simple, adorable Neko Atsume Felt Craft and maybe, just maybe, you can finally collect ‘em all.
Sock It To Me
Do you have a sock without a mate? Be honest, do you have, like, seven socks without a mate? Put those socks to good use with this cute (and easy!) Sock Cat tutorial.
Paw Print Keepsake
For a great way to remember your cat forever (or any pet with paws, for that matter) try making a Paw Print Keepsake. This quick and easy project is an adorable way to immortalize your furry loved one. For all those times Snowball has stepped right into (and all over) your pizza dough, now you’ll have a paw print to cherish forever! San tomato sauce, of course.
For more awesome craft ideas, check out this DIY article on how to upcycle and recycle old material into planet-friendly cat toys and accessories that your furry friend will love. Happy crafting!
