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Felt Cat Purse

Skill Level: Beginner

Designed by Kristin Rauch | 40+ Patterns | 21,000+ Sold

$6.00

An adorable cat-shaped purse made from felt. Simple enough for beginners and kids, with no zippers or interfacing required. A perfect quick gift project.

What's Included
PDF pattern — Written instructions with 24 step-by-step color photos
5 pattern pieces — Print at home, cut out, and go
Complete supply and cut list — Everything you need before you start sewing

The story behind the Felt Cat Purse

This little cat purse is one of my earliest patterns and it's still a favorite. It's made entirely from felt, sews up quickly, and is a great project for kids, beginners, or anyone who needs a cute handmade gift in a hurry. I've seen so many fun versions of this one, and people really go wild with their fabric and color choices.

About the Pattern

The pattern includes 5 pattern pieces and detailed written instructions with 24 color photos walking you through every step. A complete supply list and cut list are included so you know exactly what you need before you start. Skill level is beginner. No zippers, no interfacing, just felt and thread. You can add optional iron-on glitter to the ears and customize the strap length to fit a child or young adult.

Materials

  • 1/4 yard felt for the outside (or a fat quarter each of two colors if you want a different inside)
  • Coordinating fabrics for the face insert and ears (a scrap as small as 8" x 8" works)
  • Optional: iron-on glitter for ears (2.25" x 4" is enough)
  • Wool felt scrap for eyes and nose
  • Fabric for the strap, 3" x desired length (40" width of fabric works great for a child or young adult)
  • Sewing thread
Woollypetals Felt Cat Purse with black face, pink nose, and green floral strap

One Pattern, Endless Options

A few fun ways you can make this pattern your own.

1

Glitter ears

Add iron-on glitter to the ears for a sparkly touch. A 2.25" x 4" piece is all you need.

2

Two-tone felt

Use a different color of felt for the inside of the purse to add a pop of color when it opens up.


Cottage Industry Friendly

You're welcome to make and sell finished items from this pattern as a small, one-person cottage business, just cite woollypetals as your pattern source. This pattern may not be used for mass production. If you're teaching a class, each attendee should purchase their own copy. Wholesale pricing is available for kits and classes with a 10-pattern minimum.

What Makers Are Saying

★★★★★

I’m looking forward to making this cat purse. Very clear directions.

Nancy
★★★★★

Such an adorable pattern, will be so fun to make a couple, thanks so much!

Alvina Rocque
★★★★★

As you can see from my photos, I went rogue BUT I couldn’t have done it without the confidence the pattern gave me. I’m new to sewing and found it super easy to follow. Thank you!

Sarah S.
★★★★★

Love Woollypetals patterns, the designs are so sweet and they are always so well written!

Stephanie
★★★★★

I’m looking forward to making this cat purse. Very clear directions.

Nancy
★★★★★

Such an adorable pattern, will be so fun to make a couple, thanks so much!

Alvina Rocque
★★★★★

As you can see from my photos, I went rogue BUT I couldn’t have done it without the confidence the pattern gave me. I’m new to sewing and found it super easy to follow. Thank you!

Sarah S.
★★★★★

Love Woollypetals patterns, the designs are so sweet and they are always so well written!

Stephanie