When we have a new member at home, be it feline, canine or rodent, for example, we always want the best for him or her. Even so, although most of the time we try to acquire all those accessories and toys that are on the market, many are expensive and we cannot afford them. Within this acquisition of toys and accessories, basic care for cats is included, which, as for humans, one of them is good rest. For this reason, our feline will need a comfortable place to sleep and relax.
If you have recently adopted a cat and need a bed for it to sleep in, keep reading this article on our site where we give you ideas on how to make a cat bedeasily and simply.
Cat bed with boxes
The first option to make an easy bed for cats is with a cardboard box. To begin with, we will have to get a cardboard box that is big enough for to fit our cat In this way, depending on the size of the feline, we will acquire one box or another.
Once we have the box of the desired size and in good condition, we will have to cut the flaps of the box so that the part top uncovered. Next, we will cut a piece on one of the sides to be a kind of entrance. Finally, we can paint it in the colors that we like the most and decorate it with fabrics if they don't bother the cat. Inside we will add a cushion to make it more comfortable.
If you dare a little more with crafts, you can try to make a double house, or a bigger house, where there is also room to climb on top.
Cat bed with a sweater
Another option to make a homemade cat bed is with a sweater. Surely there is a piece of clothing that you no longer wear, either because it is old or because you no longer like it. Whatever the reason, you only need a cushion filler, needle and thread to create this bed.
Once you have chosen the sweater you want as a bed for your cat, you will have to sew the lower part (the one at the waist) and one of the sleevesIn this way, the sweater will be closed on these two sides. Next, introduce the cushion filling throughout the body of the garment. Take the filled sleeve and pass it inside the empty sleeve so that the garment is completely closed in an oval shape Finally you only have to sew the neck.
We leave you this video from our site where you can better see how to make a cat bed with a sweater.
Cat bed with tires
Although it may seem more complicated than the other two methods, it is also possible to create a cat bed out of a tire. To do this, we will only need to get a tire, paint of the color that we prefer and a cushion. When we have all the materials we will only have to paint the tire and, after it dries, include a cushion insideof suitable size.
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Cat beds with a suitcase
Although making a cat bed out of a suitcase is presented as a homemade bed option, it is quite a challenge when it comes to crafts. As in the other options, the first thing we will do is gather the necessary materials. In this case, we will have to look for a hardcover suitcase, four wooden legs and a comfortable pillow or cushion for your feline.
In this case, we will only have to glue the four legs to each of the ends of the suitcase. In this way, when we place the suitcase it would have to be in such a way that it simulates a small armchair. Finally, we will add inside the cushion where our pet will rest.
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