Create a cozy nook for kitty with a colorful hammock they can curl up in for cat naps. It gives them a little perch, a little canopy and a little open air scenery all in one — what more could kitty want?
![Cat laying in hammock](https://img.cutenesscdn.com/375/ppds/daee0231-a6d5-44d5-8fca-29de76112c47.png)
Things You'll Need
- Large box
- Box cutter
- Painter's tape
- Tape measure
- 1 yard of fabric
- Scissors
- Non-toxic craft paint
- Craft glue (optional)
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Step 1
Tape the box closed on the top and bottom.
![Taping box shut](https://img.cutenesscdn.com/375/ppds/6e5ad49b-6d64-45f6-8504-d679f0b2bd54.png)
Step 2
Cut a large opening on all sides of the box. I left a 2-inch border around the sides of my box, but cut out the rest to maximize the "open air" feel.
![Four sides cut out of box](https://img.cutenesscdn.com/375/ppds/3d3251a3-49af-4c2d-9037-bb5102f622d4.png)
Step 3
Paint the box with non-toxic craft paint. You don't technically have to paint the box, but if you want to cover up any text or logos — and if you want a cute hammock — then opt for paint.
![Painting the box](https://img.cutenesscdn.com/375/ppds/5cdf7784-0d03-4faa-a20d-e9c728a61038.png)
Step 4
While the paint dries, cut out a square of fabric that measures 4 inches longer on all sides than the bottom of the box. I found this adorable cat graphic pattern at the fabric store and couldn't resist!
![Cutting a fabric square](https://img.cutenesscdn.com/375/ppds/1b9847c8-be36-44eb-bb90-9392bd2c3537.png)
Step 5
Cut a 3-inch slit in all four corners of the fabric square.
![3-inch slit cut in corner of fabric](https://img.cutenesscdn.com/375/ppds/a2931021-464f-469c-b084-f412f7295111.png)
Step 6
Cut slits in all corners of the box.
![Cutting slits in corner of box](https://img.cutenesscdn.com/375/ppds/e6beb4df-90dc-4be7-91d4-02076f69c11c.png)
Step 7
Pull the fabric through the slits in the box and tie a tight double knot in each corner.
![Pulling fabric through slits in box](https://img.cutenesscdn.com/375/ppds/6a0697cc-0123-4ad0-be68-80ba1cd77e83.png)
Step 8
Again, this is optional, but for some extra cuteness, hang some yarn fringe around the top of the hammock with either glue or tape.
![Adding yarn fringe to hammock](https://img.cutenesscdn.com/375/ppds/1da53e48-b18c-4587-81d4-4a9fefdbeef0.png)
Place it in quiet corner and watch kitty sink into the comfort of his very own hammock.
![Cat sitting in hammock](https://img.cutenesscdn.com/375/ppds/9d3e3884-3152-4851-b88a-5b18cd106bde.png)
How about more adorable DIY projects for your pet? Start with this guide to making a stylish litter box for your cat and then scroll through the step-by-step tutorial on how to make a dog bed from an old suitcase.