Cat nip toys have become very popular, especially during the pandemic when cat owners have been looking for ways to keep their cats entertained.
The steps involved to learn how to make a catnip sock toy are not difficult and with this catnip toy, you will keep your cat amused for hours.
DIY catnip toys are easy to make and very affordable.
Using the steps below is one way you will know how to make homemade cat toys out of socks.
Materials:
- Sewing Machine or a thread and sewing needle
- Scissors
- 20 TBSPs of Catnip
- 4 Toddler Socks (size 18-24 months)
- Multi-Colored Feathers
Instructions:
- Add 5 TBSPS of catnip to each toddler sock. This is how much catnip to put in cat toy! For other types of cat toys, others are asking how to infuse cat toys with catnip. After a while, you will become comfortable with how much catnip is right for your cat.
- Choose different colored feathers and pair them with each sock. Feathers are irresistible to cats and with catnip, you are sure to have your cat rolling on the ground in pure glee!
- Use a sewing machine or by hand to stitch the feathers into the center of the sock’s opening and then stitch the sock shut making sure to pass over the feathers to sew them in place.
Once you have completed all four socks or as many as you choose to make, cut off any excess threads with your scissors. Best of all, this is a refillable DIY cat toy.
VOILA! Your catnip kicker sock is complete.
If you want to add extra catnip inside kickers it is not a problem as long as you are aware of how sensitive your cat is to catnip.
Now you know how to make cat toys out of socks! You could also use other cloth items and just stitch them closed.
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These DIY toys make great holiday gifts as well!
Can I put catnip in a sock?
Yes! You can put catnip in a sock for your cat!
When cats sniff or consume catnip, it can cause an intoxicating and euphoric reaction.
Simply take a clean, old sock and fill it with some dried catnip (you can also add a bit of silvervine for an extra kick). Then tie off the end of the sock and let your kitty go wild.
Not only is this a cheap alternative to store-bought cat toys, but you can easily refill the sock as needed.
So grab some catnip and start filling those socks for entertaining and satisfying playtime with your furry companion.