How to Make a Ribbon Wand Cat Toy

Most cats love to bat and chase ribbons. Make a ribbon toy for them to play with. The amount of time the ribbon toy lasts depends on the cat. For example, if the cat has claws, it can shred the ribbon quickly. Some cats are rougher than others or like to pull on the ribbons. Playing with your cat will not only provide it with entertainment, but also exercise, something indoor cats often lack.

Things You'll Need

  • Scissors
  • Spools of unwired fabric ribbon (any color)
  • 2-foot-long, 1/4-inch-diameter dowel rod
  • Fabric glue
  • Felt
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Instructions

    • 1

      Cut four to six strands of ribbon, 1 foot long each.

    • 2

      Gather the ribbons together. Spread fabric glue around the top edge of the dowel rod.

    • 3

      Wrap the edges of the ribbons around the top of the dowel rod. Hold them in place for 20 seconds.

    • 4

      Cut a piece of felt long enough to wrap around the ribbons on the dowel rod.

    • 5

      Spread glue on the felt. Press it over the top of the dowel rod, on top of the ribbon.

    • 6

      Cut a small piece of ribbon, long enough to tie it around the felt. Tie it in place. This ribbon will hold everything to the dowel rod when it dries.

    • 7

      Remove the ribbon tied around the felt after the glue dries.