Do you love cats? Do you love cool, easy crafts? Well, I have a bunch of cute cat crafts waiting to be made. From amazing hats to awesome pillows, these projects will also stay on your budget. These ideas also make wonderful gifts that you can give your mom for Christmas or if you happen to know a cat lover. A few weeks ago it was my friends birthday and I was out of ideas as to what I should give her. Knowing she is a big-time cat lover, I started looking for cool cat crafts and gift ideas. I was so impressed with the amazing ideas I found, I decided to share this list of 35 DIY cat ideas with all of you. From hats to baskets and home decor to fun fashions, including the cutest cat sweater I’ve ever seen, you are sure to find some “must make next” projects here. Check out the amazing project photos and step by step tutorials. Happy cat crafting!
DIY Ideas With Cats
1. Black Cat Slouch Hat
Do you love diy ideas cats? This black cat slouch hat idea is exactly the kind of thing I go looking for. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the cat slouch hat. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Persialou has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
2. DIY Felt Craft Kittens
I am a big fan of fun crafts, and this diy felt craft kittens idea is one of my favorites. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. You can grab the whole recipe from Liagriffith at the link.
3. DIY No-Sew Cat Pillow
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This diy no-sew cat pillow idea is simple, quick, and exactly a clear how-to I keep coming back to. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get our full step by step tutorial to try it yourself.
4. Rope Bowl Cat Bed
Why not try an easy tutorial the easy way? This rope bowl cat bed idea makes it simple. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Head over to Liagriffith for the complete recipe.
5. No Sew DIY Black Cat Pillow Cover
No Sew DIY Black Cat Pillow Cover – yes please. This one delivers on handmade goods without any fuss. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Check out Hymnsandverses’s full tutorial for all the details.
6. Kitty Cat Poncho
This is home decor, and I never get tired of it. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the kitty cat poncho. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Coolcreativity has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
7. Cat Bookmark
Whether it is a weeknight or a get-together, this cat bookmark idea fits right in if you love craft ideas. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from Oneartsymama at the link.
9. Wooden Cat Clothespins
Designsponge nailed it with this wooden cat clothespins idea – easy crafts, no fuss. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the wooden cat clothespins. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Head over to Designsponge for the complete recipe.
11. DIY Cat Quilt
Ever crave a fun DIY? This diy cat quilt idea is the one I keep going back to. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. We’ve got the complete tutorial for you right at the link.
12. Sequin Cat Wall Art
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I have always loved fun crafts, and this sequin cat wall art idea is a great example why. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Our full tutorial walks you through every step.
13. DIY Cat Tote
This diy cat tote idea is quick, easy, and a real win for a clear how-to. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Get the full recipe from Orangebettie to see every step.
15. Hipster Cat Quilt
Hipster Cat Quilt? Sign me up. This is handmade goods done right. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Check out Shwinandshwin’s full tutorial for all the details.
16. 3D Paper Craft Cat Origami
Here is home decor, and I keep coming back to it year after year. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Uniquehunters has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
17. DIY Cat Photo Pouch
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From a quiet night in to a full house, this diy cat photo pouch idea works if you love craft ideas. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the cat photo pouch. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Our full tutorial walks you through every step.
18. Cat Pillow DIY
Try this cat pillow diy idea next time you’re after step by step instructions. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get the full recipe from Thebandwifeblog to see every step.
20. Needle Felted Totoro
Around here, this needle felted totoro idea disappears fast whenever I make fun crafts. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Check out Livingfelt’s full tutorial for all the details.
21. DIY Pusheen Sock Plush
Looking for a clear how-to that actually works? This diy pusheen sock plush idea is it. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Mypastelcafe has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
22. Cat String Art DIY
I will admit it, I am obsessed with an easy tutorial, and this cat string art diy idea proves it. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the cat string art. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from Stringartdiy at the link.
23. DIY Hand Carved Cat Stamps
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This diy hand carved cat stamps idea is fuss free and delivers on handmade goods. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Get the full recipe from Kollabora to see every step.
24. Cat Wall Printable Art
No need to overthink a fun DIY – this cat wall printable art idea is refreshingly simple. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Head over to Designsponge for the complete recipe.
25. DIY Cat Planter
DIY Cat Planter, and it is a good one. Just fun crafts, no fuss. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the cat planter. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Check out Brudiy’s full tutorial for all the details.
26. Cute Quilted Cat
I do not think I will ever get tired of a clear how-to like this. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Quiltingdigest has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
27. Cat Sweater DIY
Weeknight, weekend, or a crowd – this cat sweater diy idea covers an easy tutorial either way. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. You can grab the whole recipe from Lalafauxbois at the link.
28. Witchy Cat Hat
Put this witchy cat hat idea on your list next time you want handmade goods. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Get the full recipe from Redheart to see every step.
29. Amigurumi Cat
Credit where it is due – Notey really delivers on a fun DIY, this amigurumi cat idea included. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Head over to Notey for the complete recipe.
30. Cat Wire Jewelry
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We go through fun crafts like this quickly at my house, and this cat wire jewelry idea is a favorite. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the cat wire jewelry. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. The complete step by step version is linked above.
31. DIY Cat Eye Mask
Craving a clear how-to without much effort? This diy cat eye mask idea has you covered. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Shelterness has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
32. Cat Ceramic Dish
Count me as a fan of a fun DIY – this cat ceramic dish idea is proof. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. You can grab the whole recipe from Luxefinds at the link.
33. DIY Cat Ear Headphones
This diy cat ear headphones idea is about as easy as fun crafts gets. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the cat ear headphones. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get the full recipe from Teenagegranny to see every step.
34. Super Cute Cat Coasters
Skip the fuss – this super cute cat coasters idea is a clear how-to done the easy way. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Head over to Bakerross for the complete recipe.
35. Kitty Cat Crochet Granny Square
Kitty Cat Crochet Granny Square for the win. This is a fun DIY at its easiest. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Check out Sewrella’s full tutorial for all the details.
