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Calling All Cat Lovers! Cutest DIY Rope Basket Ever

3 · Jun 8, 2021 · Stephanie Gerber · 8 Comments

The humble DIY rope basket is so easy to put together. Once you know the technique, you can adapt it to make pots, bowls, coasters, or anything, really. I took a basic rope coil bowl and added a quirky twist by turning it into a cat.

Cat DIY Rope Basket - Hello Nest

Cat DIY Rope Basket | HelloGlow.coThe possibilities for design customization to suit your own taste (or a gift recipient’s) are endless. Have fun with earthy tones, multiple colors or neon contrasts. You can even add paints or embellishments. For a kid-friendly version, use hand-sewing and then decorate after with bright, colorful spray fabric paints.

Kitty Cat DIY Rope Basket

Cutest DIY Rope Basket Ever
Supplies needed

  • recycled cotton cord or yarn
  • organic cotton sewing thread
  • buttons for eyes and nose
  • sewing machine and sewing needle
  • optional: fabric paints or pens
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Step 1

Starting far enough along the length of the cord to leave an end that will eventually form the tail; Form a loop to start the base coil, over the top of this length of cord.

Step 2

Continue coiling the rope and sewing with a long/wide zig-zag stitch either by hand or by machine, until the base is the diameter you require. You will find it easier to pivot the coil if you raise the presser foot when the needle is still in the inner coil.

Step 3

You can then start to shape the sides by sewing at an angle, creating gently sloping sides, and continue until the desired height of bowl is reached. Pulling slightly on the loose end of the rope will help to form the shape. When you start to shape the sides, hold the tail out of the way so that it isn’t sewn down as previously.

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Step 4

To shape the ears, get to the starting point of the first ear bend the rope into the ear shape, sew along the previous coil and then sew into the second point of the ear. Repeat for second ear and then cut cord after you complete the round.

Step 5

Add buttons for eyes and nose, then embroider the mouth and whiskers.

Step 6

Sew the tail into a slight curve shape on the back of the bowl. If you like you can wrap the tail first with thread or yarn.

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  1. Gail says

    January 8, 2017 at 8:49 am

    I’ve made one from this pattern and now ready to do one a friend requested! Just love it

    Reply
  2. John Whistler says

    October 11, 2016 at 8:18 am

    can’t stand how adorable your cat looks. God if only I can sew, I’m too accident prone. I tried to hand stitch a shirt once and ended up in the ER when the needle went through my thumb.

    Reply
  3. ruth croft says

    September 24, 2014 at 3:37 pm

    ” I LOVE YOUR CRAFTS “

    Reply
  4. Katie @ 24 Carrot Life says

    August 24, 2014 at 6:14 pm

    This is THE cutest DIY I have seen in a while. Pinned! I don’t have a cat but this is a great alternative to a regular basket. I just came across your blog through Pinterest and can’t wait to make lots of items, including the jewelry clay plates that you posted recently!

    Reply
  5. gina says

    August 21, 2014 at 4:16 am

    Adorable! Pinned.

    Reply
  6. deb m says

    July 28, 2014 at 5:22 pm

    This is the MOST ADORABLE thing I have ever seen! I’m not clear in how to shape the bowl. does it just kind of naturally become a bowl shape. I am fostering 5 kittens right now and want this bowl to take pics!!!!!!

    Reply
  7. Anya says

    July 23, 2014 at 10:45 am

    What a delightful project! I am overwhelmed by the cuteness. I see cat baskets in my future….and perhaps a kitten too…. 😉 Many thanks! You made my day!

    Reply
  8. Phillip || SouthernFATTY.com says

    July 23, 2014 at 9:25 am

    Now I’m gonna have to learn to use a sewing machine, I guess… How cute!

    Reply

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