DIY Felt Cat Ornament Tutorial
DIY Felt Cat Ornament Tutorial – Learn how to make adorable felt cat ornaments with this easy, beginner-friendly DIY. Perfect for holiday décor and handmade gifts.
If you love handmade holiday décor with a touch of personality, this DIY Felt Cat Ornament Tutorial is the perfect project to add to your craft list. These felt cat ornaments are quick to make, beginner-friendly, and endlessly customizable—making them ideal for Christmas trees, gift toppers, garlands, or even year-round décor for cat lovers.
Whether you’re crafting with kids, making handmade gifts, or just looking for a relaxing creative project, this felt ornament tutorial is simple, satisfying, and oh-so-cute.
Why You’ll Love This DIY Felt Cat Ornament
- Beginner-friendly – no sewing machine required
- Fast project – great for last-minute holiday crafting
- Budget-friendly – uses small scraps of felt
- Customizable – change colors, expressions, and accessories
- Perfect handmade gift for cat lovers
These ornaments come together quickly and look charming whether hung on a Christmas tree or tied onto a wrapped present.
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DIY Felt Cat Ornament Tutorial
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Materials needed:
To make your felt cat ornament you’ll need:
Cat template (below)
Safety eyes
Felt sheets
Embroidery floss
Needle
Fiber fill
Instructions:
- Print the Cat Template
- Cut the Felt Pieces
Cut two identical cat shapes from felt.
- Add the Details
Before assembling, add facial features using embroidery floss.
- Assemble the Ornament
Stitch around the edges, leaving a small opening at the side. Add the cord or ribbon to the top. - Stuff Lightly
Add a small amount of fiberfill to give the ornament dimension without making it bulky. - Seal & Hang
Close the opening and hang.
That’s it—your felt cat ornament is ready to hang!
Creative Ideas & Variations
- Make a matching set using neutral tones or festive holiday colors
- Add names or dates for a personalized ornament
- Create different expressions for a playful look
- Use pastel felt for a winter-to-spring décor transition
These also work beautifully as stocking stuffers or craft fair items.
Handmade Holiday Decor Made Simple
This DIY Felt Cat Ornament Tutorial proves that handmade decorations don’t have to be complicated to be special. With just a few supplies and a little creativity, you can make ornaments that feel thoughtful, cozy, and uniquely yours.
If you love easy DIY projects, seasonal crafts, and handmade décor ideas, this is one tutorial you’ll want to save and make again year after year.
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I love seeing your finished projects! If you enjoyed making this DIY Felt Cat Ornament Tutorial or any of my other Christmas crafts, I’d love to see yours on Instagram, just tag me @ginamicheleny. Happy holiday crafting!
