9 DIY Cat Toys That Are Perfect for Your Feline Friend

Curling up on your lap to keep you warm, snuggling up by your side, simply being the "purr-fect" listeners any time, any day—there are so many reasons to love our feline friends. As cat lovers ourselves, Martha and her editors have come up with the best projects to make fun toys that'll keep your furry friends busy for hours, and cozy beds that they'll adore curling up in. After all, they deserve to know just how much you love them.

Playtime is important for cats. Luckily for you and your felines, we have plenty of great ideas: Have a few empty cardboard boxes lying around? Turn them into an adventurous playhouse that's all your cat's own. You can even customize it by painting on their nickname and adding cute embellishments; the more toys to bat at, the better! Or, turn your knitting skills into this adorable miniature mouse they'll carry with them everywhere.

If your four-legged friend loves lying in the grass but doesn't have as much of it around, try growing wheatgrass as a safe alternative that'll also keep them away from digging into your houseplants. And we bet any cat would agree that there's no such thing as too many feather toys! Our version—made with colorful wool felt and little bells—is simple to create and easy to make multiples of. Whichever DIY idea you decide on, we're positive that any cat will adore these handmade toys and surprise treats.