This past Christmas I decided that I wanted to make all my gifts. It was a grand undertaking, I know, but it felt like the right thing to do.
I had grown to hate Christmas because of all the shopping. There is so much tension, anger and stress involved with the crowds. It’s so messy!
So say hello to my little cat toy friend!!!

These little guys are so simple to make, and almost too cute to give to the cat! Here is what you need:

Sheets of felt in multiple colors
Polyester batting
Yarn
Catnip
Thread
Scissors
Sharpie marker in black

The process is simple. On sturdy paper draw a heart and cut it out. This is the body of the mouse. I made mine about 3-4 inches tall and about 2 inches wide. Choose your color felt and cut out your heart. Cut 3 pieces of yarn into equal lengths and braid. This will be the tail.
Now put the pieces together! Fold the heart in half, sew together adding in the tail. Before you sew it shut, stuff with batting and a pinch of cat nip. Cut out tiny circles in a different color than the body, and sew to the body. Don’t forget to use a sharpie to add the eyes!

And there you have it! A lovely little toy for one of the most important parts of your life!
Meeee-ow!