Emily Walker
Is your kitty bored with her same old toys? If so, it’s time to get crafty and make your own DIY cat toy!
With just a few simple materials, you can create a fun and playful toy that will keep your cat entertained for hours. Plus, it’s a great way to bond with your feline friend and show her how much you care.
So what are you waiting for? Let’s get started!
DIY Catnip Yarn Balls
Materials
- Yarn ball
- Catnip
Method
1. Begin by wrapping some yarn around your hand to create a ball.
2. Next, sprinkle some catnip onto the yarn ball.
3. Finally, put the ball in your kitty’s play area and watch her have a blast!
DIY Catnip Mouse
Materials
- Chenille stem
- Catnip
- Black felt
Method
1. Cut a small piece of the chenille stem and bend it into a mouse shape.
2. Next, sprinkle some catnip onto the mouse.
3. Finally, cut a small piece of black felt and glue it onto the mouse to create the eyes.
DIY Catnip Crinkle Toy
Materials
- Piece of paper
- Catnip
- Scissors
Method
1. Start by crumpling up a piece of paper into a ball.
2. Next, sprinkle some catnip onto the paper ball.
3. Finally, use scissors to cut a small hole in the top of the ball. Your kitty will love playing with this crinkle toy!
DIY Feather Wand
Materials
- Wooden dowel
- Feathers
- Hot glue gun
Method:
1. Start by heating up the hot glue gun.
2. Next, cut the wooden dowel to the desired length and glue the feathers onto one end.
3. Finally, allow the glue to dry, and then give your kitty a new toy to chase!
DIY Catnip Pillow
Materials
- Piece of fabric
- Catnip
- Sewing machine
Method
1. Start by cutting a piece of fabric to the desired size.
2. Next, spread some catnip on one side of the fabric.
3. Finally, sew the sides of the fabric together and allow the catnip to fill the pillow. Your kitty will love cuddling with this soft and fuzzy pillow!
DIY Cat Tunnel
Materials
- Cardboard tube
- Fabric
- Scissors
Method
1. Start by cutting a cardboard tube in half.
2. Next, cut a piece of fabric to the desired length and width. Wrap the fabric around one-half of the cardboard tube and secure it with tape or glue. Repeat this step for the other half of the cardboard tube.
3. Finally, cut two small holes in the top of the tunnel and your kitty can start playing!
DIY Cat Scratcher
Materials
- Piece of wood
- Sandpaper
- Saw
- Hammer
- Nails
Method
1. Start by cutting a piece of wood to the desired length and width.
2. Next, use sandpaper to smooth out any rough edges.
3. Finally, use a saw to cut slits into the wood. Hammer nails into the slits to create a scratching surface for your kitty.
DIY Canned Food Puzzle
Materials
- Empty can
- Dry rice or beans
- Tape
Method
1. Start by taping the top and bottom of an empty can closed.
2. Next, fill the can with dry rice or beans.
3. Finally, place the can in your kitty’s play area and let her have fun trying to figure out how to get the food out!
DIY Cat Wreath
Materials
- Wreath form
- Felt
- Hot glue gun
Method
1. Start by heating up the hot glue gun.
2. Next, cut out a piece of felt to the desired size and shape. Glue it to the wreath form.
3. Finally, add more pieces of felt to the wreath form until it is completely covered. Your kitty will love playing with this colorful and festive wreath!
DIY Cat Bed
Materials
- Cardboard box
- Pillow
- Fabric
- Scissors
Method
1. Start by finding a cardboard box that is the right size for your kitty.
2. Next, cut a hole in one side of the box for your kitty to enter and exit.
3. Then, cut a piece of fabric to cover the box. Glue it in place.
4. Finally, stuff the pillow inside the box and your kitty has a new bed!
DIY Cat House
Materials
- Cardboard box
- Fabric
- Scissors
Method
1. Start by finding a cardboard box that is the right size for your kitty.
2. Next, cut two holes in the front of the box for your kitty to enter and exit.
3. Then, cut a piece of fabric to cover the box. Glue it in place.
4. Finally, stuff the fabric inside the box and your kitty has a new house!
So there you have it – a simple and (hopefully) entertaining way to keep your cat amused.
Be sure to customize the toy for your own feline friend by altering the size, shape and weight of the objects used.
And if you have a dog in the house, don’t forget that they can get in on the fun too by these simple top 10 DIY dog toys!
Just make sure whatever toy you choose is safe for them to play with. With just a few household items, you can keep both your pets entertained and out of trouble.
Have fun crafting and playing with your new DIY cat toy!
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