Since ancient times, it was believed that a cat living in a house brings good luck. These animals were both worshiped and accused of being associated with otherworldly forces.
The mustaches were also credited with healing abilities.
Recently, it became clear that cats were not domesticated, but only began to live next to humans. They still remain free, but continue to love the chosen person.
No matter what abilities the cats have, a purr made with your own hands is a great gift.
Toys for children
How to make a cat craft? In order to please a child with a new friend, completely different materials are used. It all depends on the desired result, on the age of the child, as well as on your capabilities.
This means that if you have extra fabric at home, and for production you want to use cardboard, which you simply don’t have, this will not be the best idea. Therefore, start from the materials that you have on hand.
A selection of games for cats on Android
- Mouse for Cats (best reviewed)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cz.petrv.mouse_for_cats&hl=ru
- Cat Alone
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.galbro.cataloneandroid&hl=ru
- Laser Cat 2
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.otfun.lasercat2
- Mouse on screen
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ru.tamigames.TheMouseOnTheScreenForACat&hl=ru
- Friskies Cat Fishing
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.friskies.catfishing&hl=ru
Fabric product
Fabric itself is a material that is very easy to work with, the main thing is to know how, and also to be careful and patient. With its help you can sew a toy of any shape and any color.
You can find various photos of cat craft variations on the Internet along with detailed instructions.
It is important to understand that if you want a voluminous cat craft for children, then you need to purchase padding polyester or cotton wool for stuffing in advance. For the eyes, you can use buttons or beads, and the same with the nose.
felted kitten
An interesting method for making a cat would be to use wool and subsequently felt it. Of course, not everyone will like this technique.
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It is not very easy to master, which is why some people try to avoid working with it. But if you are not afraid to experiment with materials and want to bring a little creativity into your creative field, then you can definitely give it a try.
For beginners, we can recommend purchasing special kits for creating a cat with the main stages and a full description of all the steps. In this case, you won’t have to suffer much and fool around for a long time with making a new friend.
But if you want to take on something new and make a cat craft with your own hands without any kits, then all you need to do is purchase wool, a needle and beads that will serve as eyes.
First, try to make the animal yourself, but if nothing works, then you can always turn to art servers to find help among the professionals in your field.
New friend made from cotton wool
Perhaps, everyone probably has cotton wool, cardboard, glue and markers. To create a cat, you first need to cut out the silhouette of the animal on a piece of cardboard. Next, use cotton wool to fill all the resulting spaces, glue it to the base better so that your pet does not go bald in the future.
And now draw him a kind face. Felt-tip pens, markers or pens are better for this, since pencils are not capable of drawing on cotton wool.
Cartoons about cats
cat house
- USSR, 1958.
- Cartoon, short film, musical, family.
- Duration: 29 minutes.
- IMDb: 7.4.
Still from the cartoon “Cat's House” A wealthy cat lives in a beautiful house.
One day, her kitten nephews ask her for shelter, to which she refuses. On the same day, the Cat gathers guests, and after the reception, her house catches fire. Now Aunt Cat can finally understand her orphan nephews. “Cat House” is one of the most famous creations of Russian animation. This is an adaptation of the famous children's fairy tale by Samuil Marshak, which teaches little viewers to have compassion and help the weak. The film received recognition not only in the USSR: in 1958 it was awarded a prize at the International Film Festival for Children and Youth in Venice.
Aristocratic cats
The AristoCats
- USA, 1970.
- Cartoon, musical, comedy, adventure, family.
- Duration: 78 minutes.
- IMDb: 7.1.
Opera star Adelaide Bonfamille is enjoying retirement with her cat Duchess and her kittens. One day, the butler overhears that Adelaide bequeathed all her wealth to furry pets. He kidnaps the heirs and takes them out of the city. Fortunately, the company meets a stray cat, Thomas. Together they try to get to the owner's house without loss.
This cartoon was filmed by Disney back in 1970, but viewers enjoy watching it to this day. A sentimental story, cute characters and retro animation make the film especially warm. The cartoon is also decorated with lively musical numbers, including a love ballad and even a jazz quartet jam.
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Cat's life
Une vie de chat
- France, Belgium, 2010.
- Cartoon, comedy, crime, adventure, family.
- Duration: 70 minutes.
- IMDb: 6.9.
A still from the cartoon “Cat's Life”
Dino the cat lives with the girl Zoe during the day, and at night he helps Niko, a burglar with a big heart. One day, a pet brings Zoya a very valuable bracelet - and the girl decides to find out where the cat got it from. At night, she goes to monitor the animal and during her operation she learns that her mother is in danger.
The cartoon captivates with a detective plot, atypical animation and elements of drama. This unusual approach to creating a film was appreciated by both critics and viewers. "A Cat's Life" was nominated for the prestigious Oscar and Cesar awards as best feature-length animated film.
Cats don't dance
Cats Don't Dance
- USA, 1997.
- Cartoon, musical, fantasy, comedy, family.
- Duration: 75 minutes.
- IMDb: 6.9.
Still from the cartoon "Cats Don't Dance"
Ambitious cat Danny comes to Hollywood to become a movie star. He fails to get a worthy role, but together with his friends he intends to change the situation. Opposing them is crowd favorite Darla Dimple. The girl does her best to prevent Danny's team from harming her career.
This is a kind and beautifully drawn cartoon with an entertaining plot and bright musical numbers. Of course, you shouldn’t expect any deep meaning from the film, but the main idea of the film can still influence the viewer and inspire him.
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Oliver and company
Oliver & Company
- USA, 1988.
- Cartoon, musical, comedy, adventure, family.
- Duration: 74 minutes.
- IMDb: 6.7.
Still from the cartoon “Oliver and Company”
Oliver is a stray kitten who wanders around New York. The tramp is lucky: a pack of street mongrels who survive by stealing takes him into their ranks. During one of the thefts, Oliver meets a wealthy girl named Jenny Foxworth. And this acquaintance will change his life forever.
"Oliver's Adventures" is the first Disney animation created using computer image processing. In particular, this technique was used to draw unique scenery: city views, cars, trains.
The cartoon is an adaptation of the famous "The Adventures of Oliver Twist" by the great Charles Dickens and brings the classic to life for kids.
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Puss in Boots
Puss in Boots
- USA, 2011.
- Cartoon, fantasy, action, comedy, detective, adventure, family.
- Duration: 90 minutes.
- IMDb: 6.6.
The action takes place long before meeting Shrek and Donkey. Once upon a time, Puss in Boots was hunting for magic beans. However, this story tarnished the good name of the Cat and divorced him from his best friend, Humpty Dumpty. Years later, the tailed hero is again given a chance to pull it off. To do this, he teams up with his old friend and thief Kisa.
The cartoon captivates the viewer with its colorful animation, exciting plot and textured characters. In addition, the motifs of children's fairy tales in this film are juxtaposed with humorous references to modern films.
The film was a great success among viewers. Following in the footsteps of “Puss in Boots,” a short film “Three Little Imps” was shot about a furry hero and three little kittens. Also, from 2015 to 2022, the series “The Adventures of Puss in Boots” was released on the Netflix platform, all about the same red-haired robber. And in 2022, DreamWorks Pictures released an interactive cartoon in which the viewer could control the actions of the hero.
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Thunder the Cat and the Enchanted House
The House of Magic
- USA, Belgium, 2013.
- Cartoon, family.
- Duration: 85 minutes.
- IMDb: 6.2.
Thunder is a homeless kitten. In search of shelter, he ends up in the house of an elderly magician and becomes the old man's companion in performances. His colleagues, Jack the rabbit and Maggie the mouse, are trying to expel Thunder from the troupe. On top of everything, the cat's owner ends up in the hospital, and his magical mansion is about to be sold by a dishonest person. And now Thunder must protect the possessions of the old magician and win his place next to the owner.
“Thunder the Cat” is a cartoon by Belgian director Ben Stassen, known for his works “Move Your Flippers!” and “The Royal Corgi.” The medium-budget film somehow immediately attracts with its lack of pretensions to grandeur and sincere approach to implementation. Thunder features a lot of well-developed supporting characters, as well as some eye-catching 3D animation tricks. On top of that, this is a very kind picture about how important it is to be brave and have true friends.
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Plasticine pet
Children love to make different products from this material, therefore, they will only enjoy modeling a cat craft from plasticine. But first, don’t forget to warm it up for your son or daughter. Then it will be much easier to shape.
So, if you don’t want to make a regular plasticine cat figurine, then there is a more interesting idea. You can create it on a cardboard sheet, then the animal will immediately have a background that you can decorate yourself.
For example, if you want to make a black kitten, then the backdrop should match it. Let the baby sit in the night under the bright moon. This way you will get a truly wonderful composition.
Symbolism of cat and cat
Cats have always been assigned 2 opposite meanings, which were perfectly balanced within them. Like any symbolism in real life, in a dream or as a totem it can have different meanings.
Photos of cat crafts
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