Happy Mew Year for Cats Day was created by Thomas and Ruth Roy so that our beloved cats could have their own little celebration for New Year’s. This DIY Felt Cat Plushie is the perfect gift for a cat lover or a cute project for kids!
With our free downloadable template, you can turn this little kitty into a backpack charm, a holiday ornament, or just a new desk buddy.
List of Supplies
- Felt fabric: Brown, white, pink, and black (or colors of your choice!)
- Pencil or fabric marker
- Scissors
- Needle and thread (Embroidery floss works great)
- Stuffing: Cotton or scrap felt fabric
- The Free Cat Template
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Patterns: Download and print the template. Cut out the patterns for the cat body, head, tail, nose, ears, and eyes.
- Trace and Cut: Trace the patterns onto your felt.
- Tip: Use white or brown for the body, pink for the inner ears and nose, and black for the eyes.
- Detail the Face: Start with the head piece. Stitch on the black eye circles and the tiny pink nose. Using a simple backstitch with black thread, sew a little “W” shape for the mouth.
- Assemble the Ears and Tail: Layer the smaller pink inner-ear pieces onto the larger ear triangles and secure them with a quick stitch. If your cat has a “tail end” (a different color tip), stitch that onto the tail piece now.
- Sew the Head: Place the front and back head pieces together. Sew around the edges using a blanket stitch or a simple running stitch, leaving a small gap at the bottom. Stuff it lightly with cotton and sew the gap shut.
- The Body and Tail: Repeat the sewing process for the body, tucking the tail between the two body layers before you start stitching so it gets secured into the seam.
- Final Assembly: Stitch the finished head onto the top of the body. Ensure your knots are secure on the back so your new kitty can handle plenty of cuddles!