Archive | October, 2008
Meet Yoshi, Queen of Patience
This is Yoshi. Her mom Stacey is a professional film costumer, who, during her recovery from a bout with breast cancer, began making these intricate costumes for Yoshi. As it turns out, this isn’t torture. Yoshi loves it! In fact she even lets Stacey sell her photos on various items through urbanbeast.ca. There are fabulous [...]
Continue reading...It’s Dress-up Time with Kitty Wigs
30. October 2008
You’ve probably seen them, but I had to post them in honor of Halloween — Kitty Wigs! Choose from four mod styles, Bashful Blonde, Pink Passion, Electric Blue, and Silver Fox, modeled here by some of the most tolerant moderncats on earth. Photos by Jill Johnson. And did you know that each Kitty Wig comes [...]
Continue reading...A Halloween Treat for Kitty
27. October 2008
Since you can’t share those mini Snickers with your cat, here’s the perfect alternative — three adorable Halloween toys from West Paw Design. Choose from Plunky, Kitty Bat, and Spooky Doo, all filled with organic catnip that is sure to please!
Continue reading...REMINDER: Ugliest Pet Bed Contest Deadline is October 31
27. October 2008
Don’t forget! The deadline to enter the Ugliest Pet Bed Contest is October 31! Submit photos of your stinky, nasty, gross pet bed and you could win a beautiful new Sleepypod or a print from Mod-Dog. Complete contest details here. This contest is being sponsored by Sleepypod, Design Milk, Mod-Dog, and Moderncat.
Continue reading...Modern Cat Pillows Inspired by Real Moderncats
23. October 2008
Designer Aaron Stewart created a fun line of pillows featuring his beautiful modern pet illustrations. There are several moderncat pillows to choose from, all available from Pillow Pillow Pillow. Many of the designs came from Pillow Pillow Pillow’s pet casting call. Here are some of the moderncats who were featured in recent designs: Bleeker, Titi, [...]
Continue reading...Moderncat-friendly DIY Charging Station
20. October 2008
This project to convert an IKEA organizer into a charging station (for all those electronic gadgets) originally appeared in ReadyMade Magazine, but thanks to Moderncat reader Brieanne, here we have a terrific cat-friendly variation. Since Brieanne’s cats like to chew on cords, she and her husband decided that this would be a good project for [...]
Continue reading...NEW! Eco-friendly Baobab Climbing Tree From Square Cat Habitat
17. October 2008
The designers at Square Cat Habitat have done it again! Check out their brand new Baobab climbing tree. This sleek structure provides four branches for climbing and playing and a treetop for napping and observing. As with all of the other Square Cat Habitat products, the Baobab is made from the finest eco-friendly materials. You [...]
Continue reading...Win $10,000 For Your Favorite Animal Shelter
16. October 2008
In these uncertain times, animal shelters can take a double hit. First, when finances are tight, charitable giving is one of the first things to go and many animal shelters depend on donations to cover operating expenses. Second, the mortgage cirsis has led to an increased number of animals being abandoned and sent to shelters. [...]
Continue reading...Moderncat Poetry
15. October 2008
Sisters by Meg Houston Maker My little hurricane, my little thunder storming around the house. Gray raincloud cats with claws like lightning eyes gold like fire. In your legs, the strength of mountains. In your paws the speed of light. Nothing can catch one except the other. Sisters, you live racing the moon, winning. Thanks [...]
Continue reading...Congratulations to Cat Livin’, Winner of Three Cat Fancy Editor’s Choice Awards
15. October 2008
Cat Fancy Magazine has awarded three prestigious Editors’ Choice Awards to Los Angeles-based Cat Livin‘. Each year the magazine recognizes the most innovative and creative cat products in the United States. This year the editors named the Cat Livin’ Climber, Garden and Ottoman as winners of the 2008 awards. Congrats, Cat Livin’!
Continue reading...Why We Love Them
13. October 2008
Remember this video, “Simon’s Cat: Cat-Man-Do”? Well, I came across a real life video showing just how true the cartoon is (without the baseball bat). Here they both are for your viewing pleasure.
Continue reading...New Contour Messenger Bag from EGR Italy
13. October 2008
Carry your Moderncat to the vet, or anywhere, in style with this new contour messenger bag from EGR Italy. With its ultra thick padding, contoured spine, and shock absorbent shoulder strap, this may be the most comfortable bag you own. Available from PetEgo and Amazon
Continue reading...Something for Everyone
12. October 2008
Cats can be Republicans, too, so here we have some cute cat tags for felines from both parties. Choose from several designs available here.
Continue reading...If Cats Could Vote
11. October 2008
If you’re an Obama supporter, check out www.catsforobama.com for some creative kitty campaigning. Here are some of my favorites, including an altered version of one of the famous posters by Shepard Fairey. I don’t mean for this to be imbalanced, but there doesn’t appear to be a “Cats for McCain” website.
Continue reading...Mid-century Moderncat: Thomas the Cat
10. October 2008
More great mid-century moderncat illustrations from Dave over at Grain Edit. This week he guest posted on Design*Sponge about the 1956 children’s book Thomas by Mary Harris with illustrations by Cliff Roberts. The story is about a young girl and her cat Thomas. The beautiful face posing with the book above is Dave’s cat, who [...]
Continue reading...Unbelievable Cat-friendly House Design from Japan
8. October 2008
I think I’m going to have a heart attack, this is the coolest thing I have ever seen! As you may be aware, the Japanese treat their pets like children, and since they are also masters of good design, it’s no surprise that some Japanese housing builders are now designing homes with special features for [...]
Continue reading...Let’s Hear It for Men and Cats!
8. October 2008
The recent New York Times article “Sorry Fido, It’s Just a Guy Thing“ discusses how lots of single, straight men are “coming out of the cat closet” and embracing their love of cats. The article references one of my favorite sites www.menandcats.com plus the author interviewed everybody’s favorite cat guy, Paul Klusman, creator of An [...]
Continue reading...Introducing Catio Showcase
4. October 2008
As we all know, there are lots of dangers awaiting our beloved pet cats when they venture outdoors. But we also know how hard it can be to watch kitty as she looks longingly out the window, wishing she could play in the grass and get a breath of fresh air. One possible solution is [...]
Continue reading...September Moderncat Giveaway Winner
4. October 2008
Congratulations to Hedge from Emmaus, PA, winner of the Wallflower scratcher from Marmalade Pet Care. This elegant and versatile cardboard scratcher can be used on the floor or it can be mounted to the wall with the optional wall clips. Available in three colors–blue, green, or orange. Both the clips and the scratcher are available [...]
Continue reading...Ugliest Pet Bed Contest
1. October 2008
Moderncat is partnering with two other great design blogs, Design Milk and Mod-Dog, to bring you this awesome contest and your chance to win a Sleepypod! We’re looking for the ugliest pet bed out there. We figure the pet with the worst napping spot deserves something better, so we are going to do what we [...]
Continue reading...October Moderncat Giveaway: Eco-friendly Bumper Bed from West Paw Design
1. October 2008
This month one lucky winner will get to customize their own medium size Bumper Bed from West Paw Design. The winner will get to choose from 9 different colors and patterns for the outer bumper and the inner cushion. You won’t want to miss your chance to win this terrific giveaway, so sign-up now! This [...]
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30. October 2008
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