How to make a Catbed

Instructions on how to make an easy, reversible and machine washable Catbed.
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[@Rayzer2368]

Absolutely perfect! My wife wants me to make a cat house for an outdoor cat that has adopted us after a coyote killed the mother and the rest of the kittens. A neighbor was able to dispatch the coyote because his little kids had a close call with it. Anyway, unfortunately, we can't find him a home and due to our old territorial dog, we can't bring him inside. So, after looking for something to put inside the house I plan on building, I found your video and my wife and I agree that this is the perfect solution. Thank you for posting this video and for being so thorough...being new to sewing, I'm going to need it - lol.

[@LuRuello]

I am so happy that you like my catbeds! I am in Australia and wanted to reach out and help others from all over the world in making Cats' lives a bit more comfy. I have modified the bed slightly, but it's still fine to follow this one. Please let me know how this goes and if you have any questions, ask here or email me at [e-mail]. Thank you for your lovely comments from Wendy Ruello.

[@jeanettemahon9625]

Update..... I just made this for our tiny terrier we are expecting to bring home on Tuesday from animal rescue-I am delighted with it! Thank you so much for this tutorial. xxx

[@Lucy_Honeychurch]

Thank you so much! I made this today and it turned out beautiful. I really appreciate your easy to follow instructions.

[@redders6858]

I love this cat bed. I’m in the middle of making one for my beautiful Lyla who’s an old lady now, thank you ♥️

[@margrethai]

That is so good. Clear and easy tut

[@elviragallerani3729]

Красивая лежанка для котиков полуилась! 🥰😻 Очень хорошая выкройка и отличный подробнейший мастер-класс! Спасибо Вам! 🤗❤️

[@elviragallerani3729]

Кстати, размер уже нашла в другом Вашем комментарии - 85 ×66 Буду шить! 👍

[@karimgomez6933]

Thank you for sharing and the idea of using pants, that’s very useful. Love the “tester” , you can never now what a cat would do. 😺

[@LuRuello]

My "Tester", Jay is an attention seeker!

[@LeoBird124]

Fantastic tutorial. Cant wait to have a go as I have 3 cats. 🐈🐈🐈

[@amydenton9196]

Just wanted to say thank you - I made one and my two cats have been arguing over who gets to sleep on it (they ended up just sleeping on top of each other)! Posh and Gracie thank you XD

[@LuRuello]

I'm so glad they like them!

[@amydenton9196]

@@LuRuello they haven't moved - it's officially their favourite bed 😃

[@karimgomez6933]

😂😂😂

[@kseniaskrynnik8216]

WOW! So gorgeous! I have to try this. Thank you for sharing)

[@currysecretjp]

I made this today and my cat loves it! Also it looks great. Thank you so much. Your directions are so clear and helpful.

[@tinamckeage6665]

Ty for this video.Cant wait to make them.beautiful.

[@lgrundy6139]

thank you, simple and adorable!!

[@Mi.taller__]

Lo más perfecto que vi en youtube !!! Te felicito ! Ojala entiendas lo que escribo. Me gustaría que escriban en descripción las medidas en cm ,aunque algo entendí. Super claro ! Muy buen tutorial !

[@jessicamcconnachie3329]

I'm so excited that I found this video! I'm going to make this today! But how do you wash them?

[@LuRuello]

Thanks Jessica! I just put them in the washing machine.

[@mehennirajaa5702]

I made it today for my cat simple and easyy thankk youuu ❤

[@yldz4329]

Thanks you so much 💌💌💌

[@bahriyeyavuz1659]

Thank you. So good explained.❤

[@titacarat3449]

Beautiful 💞😍🥰 i love it!!!

[@michelesab6789]

Très jolie👍🤗🥰

[@freesia718]

İt is perfect idea and I'm gonna try right now 😇 thank you for the video

[@LuRuello]

You're welcome!

[@shaistaakhtar2716]

Amazing, love the way you give instructions making everything so easy.thanks a lot. What size should i take if i need to make a square. And how much should i cut for the corners? Its for a large cat.

[@LuRuello]

Just make it about 10cm (about 4 inches) both in length and width. That worked for me with a larger cat, although it was really testing my little home sewing machine!.

[@Binnyrehsi]

I think she's asking about the complete bed size .. can't be 4x4 inches

[@rittyrat527]

Thank you for sharing this video! I've made two cat beds so far and planning to make more! Your instructions are so clear and your pleasant personality made this an easy video to watch all the way through. I made one of the beds out of a soft fake fur that my cats adore. The side are a little floppy. Do you recommend using more stuffing to prop it up?

[@LuRuello]

Yes, If you need a fuller feel to it. I did make one a bit too full, but Gary the cat loves to sleep in it anyway..squashing himself into it, as only cats can do!

[@Binnyrehsi]

You may also insert a rectangular piece of half inch or lesser thickness foam for support in sides

[@ralucabalc1100]

Thank you for the video, made one today, the cat loves it!

[@LuRuello]

So happy that your cat likes it!

[@verofernandezhernandez1064]

Hi!!! Its a little bit complcate for me understend your english, because my english isnt very good.., but I think its perfect your way to explain... I have a question... if I want to put in the bottom like a thick plastic to cover like a raincoat, but it is thick... the needele its the same that we use always??? Thankssssss bless you...

[@LuRuello]

Depends on your sewing machine and the needle you use. You can try it and see if it is successful, or ask a sales representative in a specialised Sewing Shop or Fabric shop. They should be able to help you.

[@doralbahr]

Hi, please repeat every zises bedcat. Thank you

[@lollipopjimin5066]

what's the material name you used?

[@helenarodrigues2565]

E maravilhoso me apaixonei 😍

[@marymcpherson8156]

How are they washable???

[@identoilettage3862]

Avez vous calculé le coût financier de ce panier ?

[@MitzPetelRabbit]

My cat thanks you 🙏🏼😸

[@adrianaandrade1245]

Linda! Pena que não entendo inglês...

[@esterbastos8490]

Deveria pelo menos colocar as medidas pra gente.Muito linda essa caminha.Vou tentar fazer.

[@LuRuello]

@@esterbastos8490 Lamento que você não esteja entendendo o vídeo. As medidas são aproximadas, cerca de 85cm x 66cm. Tenho que fazer outro vídeo com texto para que todos possam traduzir para o seu idioma.

[@Sandrasilva-qi9ii]

Adorei obrigada!!!!!!

[@luciaricciardi2017]

Dovresti far vedere le misure perche chi come me non parla inglese non capisce

[@Alex.4.12]

Напишите пожалуйста размеры ♥️🌺

[@mariaestelacardoso6915]

E as medidas menina

[@LuRuello]

85cm x 66cm

[@danielkeiffer4221]

Just whipped up a cat bed this morning and it came out awesome!! Your directions were great and the entire process was easy!

[@joannagoral6927]

Wow!!! My sewing machine and I, we are still on an adjustment stage so I started to accomplish all the steps from the movie but I wasn't sure at all that the result will be positive but it worked!!!! I changed the length and width to adapt the bed to my windowsill and it fits perfectly!!! All 3 fur babies already love their new furniture :D THANK YOU!!

[@thevirgolist180]

This is the best DIY and easiest for beginners! Thank you for sharing!! Very well explained!

[@lotte_7683]

Made this today! So easy. I did buy pre-made ribbon that matches the fabric. Love the results. My cats love it too!

[@britbrown2025]

Absolutely brilliant! I've been looking into making a cat bed for the naughty critter, yours is definitely my favourite by far!

[@zahadaahmed5145]

Thank you for a fantastic idea . I made one to . So easy to follow

[@wolfenna05]

It looks so cute!! Thank you so much for the tutorial 🫂

[@identoilettage3862]

Bravo et merci beaucoup pour ce patron et cette démonstration. Bonne journée

[@rosalinwaithaka]

Made this today,woow its lovely,thank you so so much for this tutorial 🙏😊

[@nataschawaimer1619]

Dankeschön ,ich habe es nach genäht ,es ist super geworden und war auch ganz einfach.❤❤❤

[@claremccarthy2065]

How many pillows did it take to fill the bed?x

[@LuRuello]

Depending on how full you want the bed to be. I used about 1 and a half bedpillows for mine.

[@KiyomiY]

Love the ties instead of threading cord through. Beautiful! Thanks!

[@jen_gem]

Omg reversible too! I can’t wait to make this. Thank you for sharing!

[@mislocosbajitosde4100]

Mil gracias por este tutorial...justo buscaba como hacer este tipo se camitas😊❤

[@purplecreamband]

Great bed thankyou love it !

[@lauraroman1018]

Made one of these today for my mini tiger. I really enjoyed doing it and it kept me sane on a very wet day in the UK. Thank you so much!

[@ninenine1400]

J'adore !

[@lyndacumming3249]

Absolutely amazing. Love these beds youve done. Am definitely going to attempt to make at least one!!

[@SHOCKPACHI]

1k sooooon

[@seamstressajm]

I love your donut pin cushion.

[@moonwalker759]

Love from Kerala..( India)

[@ecinev24]

Fabulously done xx thanks for sharing 👍

[@julianap.8949]

Obrigada pelo vídeo, o formato é muito legal, pois da para deixá-lo aberto igual a um sofá. Farei para meus gatos, eles pesam quase 5 kilos

[@EdgarAllanJo]

You are extremely talented and I am very appreciative of you sharing this video! Thank you so much!

[@LuRuello]

Thank you so much!

[@SungMook]

The cat is just watching so closely LOL

[@zuhrekandemir8071]

Ölçüleri göstermedikten sonra ne halta paylaşıyorsunuz

[@mrunalinikibe7429]

Thanks for the video. The instructions were very clear and easy to understand. I have 3 kittens, 1teenager kitten and 2 adult cats! Will make a few for them! You said you have made a few improvements over these, could you share please? Thanks!

[@_meowlissa_]

Great video and you’re a great teacher! Thanks for sharing! 😸

[@bethcampbell6597]

Thank you. I have made 2. They are easier than the round beds (made 1 too hard to stuff!) I used old towels for the bottoms. Cats like the old towel beds but not the round bed from new leopard denim. Picky little masters.

[@janemagsayo3997]

i have 2 cats and I'm so happy I've found your video! i should've started sooner. Your beds and the colors you chose are beautiful! Thank you!

[@LuRuello]

Thanks for your comment. I have since made some minor adjustments to how I fill the beds with stuffing, but the original way is still fine. Maybe you could mix and match colours and fabrics that you have and make some beautiful beds for others as presents or for animal shelters too.

[@tonyascreativespace3067]

Wow i absolutely love this ideas for dog beds too!

[@danialuss5963]

Bravooooo 👍👏👏👏

[@violeticious9197]

I am trying this before kitty arrives! Is it laundry machine safe? If I put it in a washing bag? What kind of fabric can I use for this? Thank you so much!

[@LuRuello]

You can use any fabric that is machine washable. I chose fabric (usually recycled from old blankets/polar fleece/flannelette sheets or towels) that I think a kitty would really like and would find snuggly enough to appreciate. You don't have to use a washing bag to wash them in a machine, just make sure you get the excess fur off the beds before washing and clean the filters of your machine of any fur after the wash. Dry on a clothesline or in a large dryer.

[@katriskafrancis7096]

Beautiful! If you don't mind me asking, what type of fabrics did you use in this video?

[@LuRuello]

I use anything that is cosy and warm. Polar fleece, flannelette and woolen blankets. Polar fleece is the easiest to work with. Thanks for your comment and glad you like them.The ones in the video are made to be reversible and one side is flannelette (old sheet) and the other is Polar fleece (old blanket).

[@jacksprat429]

Very cute design and well explained. Thank you for an excellent video/tutorial. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@tanvira_akhter]

It's amazing. By the way,anyone heared that sound on 11:23. (Message notification sound)

[@rehamgama]

Pretty

[@3catmom844]

thank you so much for this video!!! Just made one for my cat! So,so,so cute!

[@anian9205]

Super, szkoda że nie ma tłumaczenia na Polski

[@TheNanaweaver]

any measurements ? we donate a lot of beds to rescue and the local pounds . I love this one.

[@jennyhiggins7693]

Thanks for the great video plan on trying this tomorrow

[@اسماءانسي]

هادشي واو بزاف

[@lilianeplane1513]

Traduction en français ?????

[@rose8662]

I absolutely love this. Thank you so much!

[@amamat7035]

Thank you so much. I have been looking to make a cat bed just like this. Easy to follow instructions. God Bless you

[@sousou5847]

ممتاز انت مبدعة

[@marymcpherson8156]

What are you using to stuff the beds

[@suzannekeir3974]

Amazing, thanks for sharing

[@szyszynka1189]

brilliant :)

[@kenlilia3746]

Thank you so much, it's a brillant idea😊

[@ibtissemsmail3047]

Thank you so much ❤

[@celiafernandes2510]

Onde está a legenda ?

[@romeoromeo1211]

love this!💖

[@fionaf8755]

awwww such a clever lady, Thank you for this!

[@LuRuello]

You're welcome!

[@alethalbich3775]

Clever!

[@adeldido2261]

🐱🐱❤

[@dianneball5496]

Excellent design !

[@LuRuello]

Actually, it's not really my design. I had a very old catbed that looked like that, so I copied the pattern. Using different fabrics and different colours are my design though. I use recycled materials.

[@jeanettemahon9625]

Thank you so much...I'm going to have a go!

[@Andrea-br8zw]

wonderfully explained and very easy to follow, you saved me a lot of money and my cat will love it, thank you very much