These kitty-shaped lipsticks are part of the new fall line of quirky cosmetics from Paul & Joe Beaute. Rumor has it, they will be available at Urban Outfitters later this summer. What do you think, cute or creepy? Thanks to Elena for the find.
Continue reading...30. July 2010
It’s time for another poll of the Moderncat readers! This time you’ll be helping the folks are Urban Pet Haus choose the top design for their new wall-mounted scratchers, plus they’d like to know what type of scratching materials you think your cats would prefer. Take a look at the designs below and then leave [...]
Continue reading...30. July 2010
This was another VERY popular giveaway! And the lucky winner of the Sweet Lounge from Marmalade Pet Care is Deborah Julian (comment #248)! I know your kitties will get years of use out of this great scratcher and lounge! The Sweet Lounge is still just $119.99 (regularly $159) with free shipping at Amazon, and the [...]
Continue reading...28. July 2010
This adorable screen printed poster is from Jason Munn of The Small Stakes design studio. Jason is well known for his design work on independent music posters. An 18″ x 24″ two-color silkscreen is just $25 on The Small Stakes online poster shop, but I doubt they will last long. Snap one up before they’re [...]
Continue reading...28. July 2010
Congratulations to Sarah (comment #419), winner of the MusicSkin giveaway from Red Tango! No matter which Red Tango MucisSkin design Sarah chooses, she will definitley be texting, talking, or listening in style.
Continue reading...28. July 2010
Continuing our pet photography interview series, today we have Julianna Koh of Two Guinea Pigs Pet Photography Studio in Sydney, Australia. Julianna has a wonderful sensitivity for capturing the quirky characteristics of animals. I’m completely in love with the shots of these gorgeous black kitties! How long have you been photographing pets and how did [...]
Continue reading...27. July 2010
I know, we’re all feeling it, but kitty shouldn’t have to suffer. I’ve rounded-up some of my favorite bargain toys, each one under $5. Catnip Kites from K Grant Designs $2.50 Yeowww! Stinky Sardines $3.00 Needle Felted Cat Toy Balls from Art Sincerely $2.50 Jute Bombs from Moderncat Studio $3.00 The Original Cat Dancer$3.22 Eco [...]
Continue reading...27. July 2010
Congratulations to Kajivar (comment #20), winner of the Neko Flies cat toy giveaway! I just know your cats, Galahad and Nimue, will have a blast with these toys! Get your Neko Flies today at NekoFlies.com and also at Amazon.
Continue reading...26. July 2010
When Charlene and her husband moved into a 5th floor apartment in Singapore, they were worried that their three cats Tyger, Neem Neem, and Xiaomao would have trouble adjusting to a smaller space, so they incorporated all sorts of cat-friendly features into the renovation. Inspired by The Cats’ House, and also by the cat-friendly Japanese [...]
Continue reading...25. July 2010
This cat jewelry isn’t just cute, but every purchase goes to help support the World Wildlife Fund. Designed by Aaron Stewart of Pillow Pillow Pillow exclusively for the Australian product design company Polli, these pieces are etched from stainless steel and handcrafted into pendants and earrings. Whether you buy one for yourself or for a [...]
Continue reading...24. July 2010
You can often find wonderful kitty photos over on Design*Sponge, one of my favorite design blogs. They recently did a terrific round-up of all their favorite cat photos from various interviews and sneak peeks they have featured with different cat-loving artists and designers. I’ve chosen just a few of my favorites here. To see the [...]
Continue reading...22. July 2010
One of my all time favorite modern cat products is the Sweet Loungefrom Marmalade Pet Care. And it’s not just my favorite, but the cats absolutely adore it as well. It is almost constantly in use — for both scratching and lounging — and it has held up incredibly well. We’ve had ours for a [...]
Continue reading...22. July 2010
Check out this awesome article on pet décor in today’s New York Times Home & Garden section. Written by Sonia Zjawinski of Pawesome.net, the article features some wonderful custom pet designs, and a quote from yours truly.
Continue reading...21. July 2010
One of my favorite mod kitties, RedTango, along with her friend BlackJack, can now follow you everywhere with these brand new MusicSkins decals for all of your electronic devices. These vinyl skins are available for all kinds of devices including MP3 players, phones, laptops, and game controllers. Easy to apply and remove, these are a [...]
Continue reading...20. July 2010
Here’s another new set of hip kitty toys from Moderncat Studio — Atomic Flyers Merino Wool Felt Cat Toys with Organic Catnip. These are a personal favorite of mine, as I’ve been working on bringing the pieces together for a while now. The toys are cut from absolutely gorgeous, thick 100% Merino wool, in vibrant [...]
Continue reading...20. July 2010
And the lucky winner of the Paul Frank pet bed from 26 Bars & a Band is Sheena (comment #109)! You will definitley have the coolest cat on the block! Enjoy!
Continue reading...19. July 2010
If you’re looking for a fun way to give your cat some exercise and spend a little quality time together, then Neko Flies interactive cat toys are just the thing for you. These beautifully designed wand cat toys come with a variety of interchangeable toys that attach with a metal clasp that allows the string [...]
Continue reading...17. July 2010
Catio Showcase is offering its first giveaway! Check out the Kritter Kondo Deluxe, a portable outdoor cat enclosure. Get all the details and enter to win over at www.CatioShowcase.com.
Continue reading...16. July 2010
Coming to you from the North Shore of Lake Superior, these colorful little cat toys are from Etsy seller Naturally Up North. Handsewn from beautiful colors of felt with contrasting trim and little button eyes, these guys really caught my attention. Each one is stuffed with catnip and comes in a muslin bag with a [...]
Continue reading...15. July 2010
BlanketID just introduced a line of fun new summer designs for their stylish pet ID tags. These tags allow the owner to register a unique ID number online, and if the pet is reported missing, a broadcast email is sent to shelters in the area. Plus, they donate a portion of the proceeds to help [...]
Continue reading...14. July 2010
I can’t believe how much press that catios have been getting lately! I was just contacted by a national television program (it’s a big one!) looking for more catio owners in the New York City area to include in an upcoming national news story. PLEASE email me if you live near NYC and have a [...]
Continue reading...14. July 2010
Jamie over at Design-Milk (my favorite design blog, and the only one I read every day), just posted this incredible modern villa on the island of Mallorca in Spain. Designed by tecArchitecture with interior design by Marcel Wanders Studio, this home is simply stunning, but the best feature: CATS! Read more about Casa Son Vida [...]
Continue reading...14. July 2010
Congratulations to Ferris (comment #104), Dee (comment #336), and Julie Smith (comment #579), the three lucky winners of the collar giveaway from KittyCat Boutique! Your cats will be the most stylish felines in town!
Continue reading...13. July 2010
What cat lover doesn’t have a lint roller in every room of the house? Well, here’s a fun twist on the standard old roller. This one from 3M Petcare has a handle shaped like a whimsical white cat. Her name is Fluffy and she holds a roll of 60 super-sticky sheets for keeping your furniture [...]
Continue reading...12. July 2010
Who’s the coolest cat on the block? Any cat who rests his head on one of these cool kitty beds! Brand new from 26 Bars & a Band, these exclusive Paul Frank pet beds are the latest thing for hip kitties. Choose from three designs, Julius Racing Stripes, Wedding Bells, or Signature Julius. Available in [...]
31. July 2010
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