Archive | February, 2011
Another Kitty Catsle Copycat
Do you remember Colin’s Kitty Catsle and Sari’s awesome copy that it inspired? Well, Moderncat reader Urs created another fabulous version. He wanted his to match the bookshelf, so he used laminated birch plywood, plus he added a scratching post. Perfect adaptations! Colin will be proud! And as you can see, Urs’ cats are loving [...]
Continue reading...Best Friends Hosts aCATemy Awards
27. February 2011
We know who the real stars are! And last week Best Friends Animal Society made it clear by hosting the aCATemy Awards, two ultra glamorous adoption events in Los Angeles and New Jersey. Tonight’s festivities will have nothing on this star-studded feline event, plus lots of kitties went home with new families, what could be [...]
Continue reading...CATHAT T-shirt from YourEyesLie
26. February 2011
This fun and funky t-shirt creates a bit of an optical illusion. Each one is hand printed. Available from the quirky and cool London-based fashion design company YourEyesLie. I found this via my new favorite obsession TheFancy.com.
Continue reading...Hollywood Franklin End of Winter Sale
26. February 2011
Hollywood Franklin is having an end of winder sale! Get 15% off all products now through March 20.
Continue reading...Introducing UrbanCatDesign, New Line of Modern Cat Furniture From the Netherlands
25. February 2011
Introducing a brand new Dutch modern cat furniture design company, UrbanCatDesign. Just launching their new product line, this company obviously takes great care to consider the cat’s needs as well as design aesthetics. Clean lines and smooth white finishes combine with brightly colored carpet inserts for a perfect modern look. All products are designed in [...]
Continue reading...Ceramic Cat Fountain Giveaway Winner PLUS DISCOUNT CODE
25. February 2011
Congratulations to Elizabeth (comment #658), winner of the handmade ceramic cat fountain from Keith Davitt! You and your kitties will definitley enjoy this function piece of art! DISCOUNT CODE If you’d still like to get one of Keith’s beautiful fountains, you can get 10% off with coupon code moderncat when shopping in his Etsy shop.
Continue reading...Stainless Steel Bowls from CB2
23. February 2011
Moderncat reader Sarah tipped me off to these great stainless steel snack bowls from CB2. Sarah got a set to use for her cats’ food and water bowls. She reports that they are wide enough so kitty’s whiskers don’t touch the sides, plus the angle makes it easy to eat and drink. Designed to be [...]
Continue reading...Modern Pet Portraits from FuzzyMug
22. February 2011
Graphic designer Brooke Behnken creates hip handmade paper goods featuring her custom modern pet portraits. These colorful creations adorn wire-bound journals, tea towels, greeting cards, and more. Brooke will create a special portrait just for you. I love the style and colors of her portraits — very clean and modern but definitely capturing the unique [...]
Continue reading...Is Your Cat a Superhero?
21. February 2011
We all like to anthropomorphize our cats, but let’s take it one step further! Now you can make kitty a superhero! Illustrator Chris Piascik and Aaron Cohen of Unlikely Words have partnered to bring you Pets are Superheros. You can have your cat drawn as your favorite superhero. For just $25 you’ll get a high [...]
Continue reading...NEW! Bamboleos Re-purposed Wine Cork Cat Toys
19. February 2011
New from Moderncat Studio, Bamboleos (Spanish for rock, roll, and wobble) turn recycled wine corks into stylish little toys that cats love. Each one is handmade using natural cork, sturdy cotton twine, and felt endcaps stuffed with fine-grind organic catnip. Babmoleos are the perfect size for chasing and carrying, plus the corks give them a [...]
Continue reading...Mid-century Moderncat: Vintage Bakelite Cat Brooch with Diamonds
19. February 2011
If you have an extra $1,650 you can snatch up this fabulous vintage modern cat brooch. Made of red Bakelite and trimmed with 1.3 carats of diamonds, this is a rare find. It’s currently available on Etsy.
Continue reading...Enter to Win a Handmade Ceramic Cat Fountain
17. February 2011
These beautiful ceramic works of art are not just another pretty piece of sculpture, they are lovely little drinking fountains designed just for cats. Ceramic artist Keith Davitt has been refining his drinking fountain design for years and he has several styles that cats seem to love. What a great way to keep kitty hydrated [...]
Continue reading...Win Your Wish List From Puutty Power
17. February 2011
Online modern cat product retailer Puutty Power has added a new feature to make your shopping experience more enjoyable. Now you can create your own wish list to help keep track of all the awesome cat items you want. You can even share your wish list with others so they’ll know what to get you [...]
Continue reading...Heated Cat Beds To Keep Kitty Cozy
17. February 2011
The weather is already starting to warm up here in Arizona, but across most of the US, it’s still winter. While kitty waits for spring to arrive, she might like one of these cozy heated cat beds. There are several varieties to choose from, and most are on sale right now at PetsByCSN.com. Here are [...]
Continue reading...Cute Creations for Kitty from Wags and Wiggles
16. February 2011
Etsy seller Wags and Wiggles makes a wonderful variety of cute kitty toys using sturdy home decor fabrics and felt trim. Each one is stuffed with organic catnip. Choose from hip little birdies and mice, dangly fish, or an assortment of fresh veggies. Just $3 and $4 in the Wags and Wiggles Etsy shop.
Continue reading...Neko Watch from Alessi
15. February 2011
The Japanese architecture team Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa of SANNA created this modern Neko wrist watch for the Italian design company Alessi. Made of Polyurethane and available in five colors, the Neko watch does not have a fastener but simply embraces your wrist. Available from the Alessi online store for $95 US.
Continue reading...Bada$$ Kitty Crossbones T-shirts from Safety Third HELP SUPPORT TNR!
14. February 2011
This is what I’m wearing for Valentine’s Day today! I bought one at the Coffee, Cookies & Crafts indie craft fair last weekend from my friend Astrid of Safety Third. This is Astrid’s original screen print, each one is hand pulled and no two are alike. Astrid’s kitty crossbones are available on a variety of [...]
Continue reading...Hidden Message Necklace Giveaway Winner PLUS Discount Code
14. February 2011
Congratulations to Silvia (comment #237), winner of the hidden message necklace from Cat Above! Silvia chose the message “A cat can purr its way out of anything.” Happy Valentine’s Day, Silvia! DISCOUNT CODE If you’d still like to purchase a hidden message necklace, you can get 10% off now through February 28, 2011. Just enter [...]
Continue reading...Birds of a Sweater Cat Toys from Three Sassy Sisters
12. February 2011
Attention all you green kitties! We found some adorable little eco-friendly cat toys that you are going to love! Etsy seller Three Sassy Sisters makes these cute bird toys using upcycled felted wool sweaters, eco-felt for the beak, and all natural bamboo fiber for stuffing. The eyes are needle felted and each toy contains organic [...]
Continue reading...Cattitude Creations Valentine Giveaway Winner
12. February 2011
Congratulations to Tapp (comment #539), winner of the Valentine Wooly Mouse from Cattitude Creations! We hope you and your kitty have a very happy Valentine’s Day!
Continue reading...It’s Cat Guy Week in Los Angeles!
10. February 2011
Much Love Animal Rescue in Los Angeles is sponsoring Cat Guy Week this week. They want to get the message out that it’s okay to be a cat guy! And most Moderncat readers, I’m sure, would say that it’s not just okay, but it’s awesome! In honor of Cat Guy Week in LA, I asked [...]
Continue reading...Paw Nation Guest Post: Valentine Cat Toys
10. February 2011
This week’s guest post over at Paw Nation highlights some of my favorite Valentine cat toys for 2011. Head on over the Paw Nation to check it out.
Continue reading...Keep Kitty Close with the Trillo Desk and Integrated Cat Climber
9. February 2011
Last year, I introduced some wonderful cat furniture designs from Korea, including the Trillo climbing towers and cat trees. They have added a new product to the line, a connecting table base. The work surface connects to the Trillo climbing tree, providing you with a desk that’s close to kitty. You can also add extra [...]
Continue reading...Valentine Giveaway for Cat Moms from Cat Above: A Necklace with a Hidden Message
8. February 2011
Here’s a fun new item from Cat Above, but this one’s not for the cat, it’s for cat moms! This beautiful necklace uses the Morse Code to spell out a message using green jade tubes as “dashes” and aventurine beads as “dots.” Double pewter flowers divide the words and single pewter flowers separate the letters. [...]
Continue reading...Stay Warm with a Feral Cat Hat from Catnip Hill
6. February 2011
With all the cold weather across the US lately, feral cat caregivers have been scrambling to keep their outdoor buddies warm, but the caregivers need to stay warm, too! Well Catnip Hill has just the thing — warm fleece feral cat hats. Available is small, medium, large, and extra large, these adorable hats come in [...]
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28. February 2011
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