Cats are heat-loving animals. Short-haired, and especially hairless, breeds often freeze even in a warm room. With age, your pet begins to freeze more and more. The solution to the problem is clothing. It is often used at exhibitions and costume shows. Making clothes for cats with your own hands is very simple; a general understanding of cutting and sewing is sufficient.
To make it yourself, you need to start by drawing a pattern of clothes for cats, and before that, take measurements. There are three main measures:
- the circumference of the animal's neck;
- back length from neck to tail;
- body girth (measured behind the front legs).
Having three measurements, you can sew a blanket, sleeveless jacket or a simple sweater for an animal. To create complex models, you will need to measure the abdominal circumference, the length of the abdomen from the neck to the hind legs, the distance between the front legs, and the shoulder circumference.
Using these measurements, you can create any pattern for cat outfits. Do-it-yourself knitted clothing for cats is somewhat simpler to make; it can be adjusted directly on the animal, making intermediate fittings. Experienced knitters will have no difficulty knitting a sweater for a pet without taking measurements.
You need to take measurements from a cat when he is in a calm state, standing on all fours.
Preparing the pattern
The simplest pattern is a trapezoid with rounded edges and holes for the front legs. To build it, you will need the length of the back, the girth of the neck, chest, and the distance between the forelimbs. The comfort of the animal’s movements depends on the latter, so special attention should be paid to the measurement.
When creating a pattern for clothing for cats, you must take into account seam allowances and fastenings. The outfit should not be too tight on the animal’s body or restrict movement. This will bring discomfort and harm to the cat’s health, since tight clothing will impair blood circulation and lymph flow.
A more complex pattern consists of two parts, suitable for construction various models dresses, blouses, jackets, and other clothing. The upper part covers the back and sides of the pet, the lower part covers the belly. To create such a pattern, you should measure the length of the back, abdomen, chest circumference, waist, distance between the legs, and neck circumference. It can be supplemented with sleeves, a hood, and other details.
The most complex pattern design is needed for sewing overalls for walking outside in cold weather. It includes sleeves and "pants" for the animal, the back and belly are completely covered, and a hood is often added. Sleeves are usually made loose, with elastic at the bottom edge, so the main measurements are the length of the back and the girth of the animal's body - in the chest and abdomen. You also need to provide a hole for the tail.
Sewing and fitting
The paper pattern is transferred to the fabric, secured well with pins. The parts are cut with seam allowance. Then you need to sweep them off first and be sure to try them on your pet. This allows you to timely detect and correct any shortcomings in the sphinxes’ clothing scheme. After making changes, the parts need to be swept away and tried on again. And so on until the outfit fits perfectly.
The fitted parts of the suit are sewn by machine or by hand. The edges of loose fabrics should be pre-overlocked or treated with any overcast seam. First, the upper and lower parts of the suit are sewn together, then small details are sewn on. There should not be too many of them, and it is also worth excluding sharp, small decorations that the cat can get hurt on, chew off or swallow. It is recommended to add elastic band around the edges for winter options. Before adding the finishing touches and sewing on decorations, you should do one more fitting.
Before cutting and sewing, wash the fabric and iron it with a hot iron. This will help assess the degree of shrinkage.
Creation technology depending on the type of clothing
You can create almost any clothing that people wear for cats. However, the main requirement here is that it must first of all be warm, comfortable for the animal, and only then beautiful. The most popular model options are a sweater, a blanket and a dress.
Sweater
A sweater is a universal garment. Thin options are suitable for warmer weather, thick ones for frosty winter. We sew such a garment from soft knitwear or knit it from natural yarn. The main thing is that in hairless cats the seams should be as smooth as possible, and the yarn should in no case be scratchy.
A simple option to make a sweater for the sphinx with your own hands is to sew it from socks. Even a person far from sewing and knitting can cope with this. All you need to do is take a sock, knee socks or pant leg from knitted leg warmers of a suitable size, cut to the desired length, and make holes for the front legs. Then finish the seams and decorate if necessary – warm clothes for your pet are ready. Separately, you can cut out sleeves from the same sock and carefully sew them into the armhole.
The only thing simpler than a sweater made from socks is a blanket. It is a cape with slots for paws. Made from lightweight fabric, it will help the cat not overheat in the sun, and made from denser materials, it will not freeze in winter.
Its peculiarity is that the distance between the front legs is not important here, since it does not fasten or close on the stomach. Therefore, the main measurements will be the back length, chest and neck circumferences. This type of clothing is usually tied at the neck.
But this is a decorative blanket. A completely different piece of clothing is a postoperative blanket. It is necessary to prevent the animal from touching or scratching the stitches after surgery. It is a design that covers the stomach and is tied or fastened on the back in several places. To prevent the blanket from slipping, slots are made in it for the front legs for better fixation.
Dress
The dress is already decorative cat clothing. However, it can also be useful and warm. For example, if you attach an openwork short skirt with a crochet to a knitted sleeveless vest or a sweater made from a sock. Such knitted clothes on cats will not only look cute, but also keep the animal warm.
Well, in general, a dress, be it sewn or knitted, in most cases is a sleeveless vest, made according to the simplest pattern, with a skirt attached to it. It is usually fastened at the back. Zipper and Velcro are options for hairless breeds; for the rest, buttons or ties are suitable.
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Animals in clothes are not a fashion fad. Yes, they are very cute in their beautiful outfits, but that's not the main thing. The main task of clothing for animals is to keep them warm during the cold season. Although, some breeds of dogs and cats freeze even in summer. So you have to warm your pets, and thus show your love and care.
Most often, clothes are purchased for animals. It's much easier than sewing or knitting. But such products are expensive, and some manufacturers sin by using low-quality materials. So it turns out that it’s safer to buy yarn for newborns or natural fabric, and make new clothes for animals with your own hands.
Today I want to talk about how you can knit a jumpsuit with a hood from half a skein of yarn, which will keep you warm in winter and will be reliable protection on cold spring and autumn days.
To make a jumpsuit with a hood, the following materials are needed:
- cherry-colored yarn Nako (260 m / 100 g)
- black yarn (260 m / 100 g)
- knitting needles No. 4 or knitting machine
- hook No. 3
- large needle
We cast on 52 loops.
Rows 1-27 - stockinette stitch.
Rows 28-33 - 1x1 rib.
Rows 34-36 - stockinette stitch.
We divide the fabric into 8, 6, 24, 6 and 8 loops, where sections of 6 loops are dropped onto an additional thread or pin.
We knit a section of 24 loops 12 rows in stockinette stitch, and sections of 8 loops we knit 21 rows in stockinette stitch.
Row 58 - in sections of 6 skipped loops, make 6 yarn overs and connect the fabric into one whole (the total amount of loops is 52).
59 -73 rows - stocking stitch (6 cm).
Row 74: Cast off the first 12 stitches.
Row 75 - cast off the first 12 stitches.
Rows 76-83 - stockinette stitch (6 cm).
Row 84 - add 14 stitches at the beginning of the row.
Row 85 - add 14 stitches at the beginning of the row.
Rows 86-95 - stockinette stitch.
Row 96 - cast off middle 12 stitches.
Knitting is divided into left and right parts. You need to make several loop cuts from the middle of the knitting (from the place where 12 loops are closed).
Left side.
Row 97 - cast off the first 2 stitches near the cast off 12 stitches.
Row 98 - stocking stitch.
Row 99 - cast off the first 2 stitches near the cast off 12 stitches.
Row 100 - stockinette stitch.
Row 101 - cast off the first 2 stitches near the cast off 12 stitches.
Row 102 - stocking stitch.
103 row - close the first 1 loop near the closed 12 loops.
Rows 104-127 - stocking stitch.
Row 128 - bind off the loops.
Right side.
Repeat rows 97-128 for the other (right) side. 
The result is a product like this.
Sleeves
Cast on 30 stitches and knit 20 rows in stockinette stitch. Repeat to make the second sleeve.
Assembling the overalls.
First, we make a seam in the middle of the chest.
Sew the hood.
Sew the sleeves for the hind legs (pants legs).
We crochet the back of the jumpsuit with double crochets.
We tie the edges of the hood with single crochets.
Keeping your beloved pet warm in the cold is the owner's primary concern. Especially if the pets are sphinx cats. The owner is familiar with their delicate skin. And they can buy, order, and most importantly - make a crochet sweater themselves.
Do-it-yourself clothes will be very useful for a cat, because they will be exactly the right size. It is equally important that the new item can include not only design, but also colors. Then you can easily create a sweater based on the character of your pet.
Active cats will love bright and rich colors. Slower and more measured cats will suit calmer pastel colors. 
In this article you will learn how to create several patterns of sweaters for cats with your own hands. Very important warm sweater for sphinxes, since their respiratory diseases are not so easy to treat.
Some tips on how to train cats to wear clothes:
- This must be done carefully and definitely not against the will of the pet.
- Things should be comfortable, not tight, but also not dragging along the floor.
- You can entice him to the sweater using food or a special cat spray with a catnip scent (found at a pet store).
Important! The sweater must be made of natural and non-electric materials.
Yarn and hook
For cats, you need to choose only natural yarn. She shouldn't be electrified. Silk and wool fit this description. From plant origin, you can also pay attention to cotton. Only it is not so warm that you can knit sweaters for pets only from it. Unless there are some demi-season options.
As for color, you can choose a variety of combinations, but experienced pet owners strongly advise against bright shades. This can noticeably distract the cat from its typical routine. Yes and first Trying on can simply scare your pet and instill fear in clothes. To prevent all this from happening, it is better to pay attention to calmer tones.
Bright elements can be left for the back of the product. The hook is selected in this case only depending on the thickness of the thread. The product should be strong, durable and tight.
If some crochet patterns somehow allow larger hooks for looseness, then it would simply be inappropriate here. The cat should not be disturbed by excess fibers and threads.
For beginners, how to cast on the first loops on a hook:
Step-by-step instructions for creating crochet sweaters for cats
A convenient guide that will allow you to quickly make a new and very warm thing for your beloved family member.
Schemes are provided for each model and convenient step-by-step production.
Red crochet sweater for a cat
A very bright model for a bright nature. Decorates and warms your cat. The model is fitted, stretches and does not restrict movement. There are fasteners on the back (buttons) and therefore putting on and taking off will be easy and not scary.
To work you will need:
- 100 g of natural wool yarn;
- hook number 3.
This blouse is knitted in square fabric. Next, buttons are attached and small sleeves are knitted in the armholes.
The model should be created step by step like this:
Canvas to armhole
Crochet 48 chain stitches, this is exactly what the jacket will look like around the circumference. Next, lift in three loops and do the first 2 rows according to pattern number 1. These are simply double crochets in each lower element of the row. Then go to diagram number 2. It is very similar to the previous one, only one is now added between the columns air loop, and the columns themselves will be knitted between the columns of the previous row. Knit 6 rows like this. After each row, decrease 2 columns (one from each edge).
Armhole
For armhole cutouts you need to knit the middle 6 columns according to pattern number 1 to a height of 6 rows. Next, step back from this protrusion two elements to the right and left and alternately knit identical rows (6 pieces in total). Then combine into fabric and knit a collar.
Gate. After the armhole is completed, knitting continues according to pattern number 2. In every second, decreases of 2 stitches begin again, in the same way. It is necessary to knit 3 rows according to the given pattern. Next, go to pattern number one and knit 2 rows, but there will be decreases in each row of two stitches along the edges.
Sew buttons.The model requires three buttons on the back. For them, knit three loops along the edge of the fabric, not too loose so that they do not unfasten.
Sleeves. Cast on loops along the edges of the armholes under the sleeves and knit 2-3 rows with single crochets without increasing or decreasing. They shouldn't turn out tight.
Here is the finished product. Even though The jacket is not knitted in the round - it does not require assembly. Just fasten the buttons and the cat can frolic and not be afraid of the frost.
Elegant model for a cat
It’s simply impossible not to admire such a wonderful product. Why don't owners of cats and fluffy girls create such luxury for their beauty? These laces and floral motifs... Such an unusual weave will definitely please and even warm the beautiful cat.
You will need:
- 100% wool yarn 100 g;
- hook No. 2;
- knitting needles No. 2.
Flower diagram
This model is very easy to create. Especially for those who are somewhat familiar with the technique of creating Irish lace. If not, then don't refuse. Now let’s look at everything simply and easily. So, we choose the most beautiful flower from the diagram and begin to make several motifs according to its description. For example, for the widest part of the cat, 5 such flowers were needed.
A total of 20 motifs were associated with the model. Next, using a hook, we begin to sew each motif with air loops and connecting loops. You will get such a grid. It is not so important how many loops you use, it is important to achieve a more even placement of the flower itself.
For the sleeves of the front legs, you need to leave two armholes. The sleeves and collar are knitted. You just need to cast on the required number of loops along the edge and knit with an elastic band 1*1 about 3 cm. The sleeves can be made a little longer if they do not interfere with the future housewife. So the exquisite sweater for a real lady is ready.
Doing lovely things is not only easy, but also enjoyable.
Moreover, such things for cats are knitted not for the beauty and torment of a cute cat, but for his own safety with concern for health. We will not be indifferent to our kittens and will knit them several models of the most comfortable crocheted sweaters.
Even those who do not have cats know very well that there are a huge number of breeds of these animals. What can we say about owners of four-legged pets? Some shorthaired millet cats require clothing designed to keep the animal warm during cold seasons. You can make it yourself for your pet knitted models clothes. Wardrobe items will also be useful for those who like to decorate their pet. Some patterns, such as sweaters or vests, are better made using knitting techniques than sewing on a machine. Such products will be more pleasant to the animal’s body. Besides this, knitted clothes It's easier to put on and take off because it stretches well.
We offer you a simple pattern that will help you create. Based on it, you can make both a sweater and a vest. In the first case, you will need to additionally make sleeves. Before you start sewing, find out your cat's waist girth. The threads for the product should be soft, like for children's clothing. For a new wardrobe item you will need approximately 50 g of thread.
The process of knitting clothes for a cat
You need to start the product from the back. First, make an elastic band (about 3 cm), and then you can give free rein to your imagination and knit with any pattern or satin stitch you like. At the armhole, bind off the loops (only on one side) and continue knitting, and then bind off the loops again, but on the second side.
Now it’s the turn of the neck. Knit the loops of the first shoulder, and then bind off the neck loops (ours are 5 cm), then knit the loops of the second shoulder (3 cm). Now we knit the first shoulder by 3 cm. Then we need to pick up the neck loops again (5 cm).
Knit the fabric, and then knit the front part. At the end we make an elastic band (about 3 cm). Now we sew the front and back parts up to the armhole. For greater comfort for the animal, tie the holes in the clothing with an elastic band. That's all, the product is ready to try on and wear.
If you do not need a vest, but a sweater, then tie the sleeves. After that, sew them to the vest.
How to knit a hat for a cat
If you want to knit a hat for your pet, first find out the parameters of its head. After this, cast on loops in the amount of “head girth minus 4 cm.” Now knit a centimeter elastic band, the height of which is identical to the forehead measurement.
There should be a strip between the ears. Count the number of loops required for it. Usually the size of the elastic band is about 4 cm. In the middle of the product, knit this strip with a centimeter elastic band. Don't forget to close the loops on the sides afterwards. Knitting should be completed when the desired length is obtained and the strip reaches the forehead.
By nature, cats are endowed with a luxurious and warm fur coat, but there are times when it is necessary to insulate the animal, for example, during transportation. Or a breed of cat, such as the Sphynx, does not have a warm coat, so it needs additional heating. They need to dress not only when going outside, but also while in a cool room. The selection in pet stores exceeds all expectations, but the clothes made for the Sphynx will be unique and will be ideal for your own pet, because you will make it with your own hands.
A cat's wardrobe can consist of both knitted items and those made from ready-made fabric.
We knit clothes for the sphinx with our own hands in a step-by-step tutorial
When choosing yarn, we monitor the composition of the threads; they should consist of natural substances and should not be electrified. Before work, measure the circumference of the cat’s neck and the approximate length of the product.
Required materials:- Wool threads or half with acrylic 100 grams
- Knitting needles No. 3.5
- Circular knitting needles No. 3.5
- Needle for stitching
When knitting, follow the sample shown in the photo below, substituting your measurements if necessary. Keep in mind that the product should not be too tight and restrict movement, and should not sag, preventing its owner from moving.
Knitting density 16 loops x 20 rows in 10 x 10 cm
We start the process in front of the neck and follow the pattern; if the knitting density is different, adjust the number of loops to maintain the dimensions.
- We cast on 25 stitches on the knitting needles and knit 3 cm with a 1x1 elastic band (1k.x1p.).
- Continue knitting in stockinette stitch for 10 cm.
- On both sides, 13 cm from the edge, we cast on 18 stitches and knit 61 stitches for another 10cm.
- For the cutout, close off 21 sts in the middle, and in the next row cast on 28 sts instead.
- Another 10 cm in stockinette stitch, and close off the outermost 18 stitches on both sides.
- The last 10 cm with the main pattern and again 3 cm with the same elastic band. We close the loops.
- Sew the side seams and sleeves.
- We cast on loops from the neckline on circular knitting needles and knit with a 2x2 elastic band (2 knits x 2 purls) the collar, if desired, is either short or with a turn-up, so that it is comfortable for the cat.
Here is the simplest option; of course, the main pattern can be changed at your discretion, you can combine the colors and shape of the product, in general, everything is in your hands.
Let's move on to detailed tailoring of clothes for your beloved cat.
To sew cat clothes we will use universal pattern. It is suitable for a number of models: sweaters, overalls, dresses, etc.
If knitted items need a fastener, then when sewing you need to think about this detail. Lightning is contraindicated for ordinary cats, since the hairs get caught in a zigzag; in the case of the Sphynx, there is no such problem. But it will be more convenient to use velcro tape or buttons, and the latter will even serve as an excellent decoration. Velcro will allow you to quickly dress your pet. It is better to place the fasteners on the back so that they do not interfere with the cat.
A rustling material is not acceptable for use, as it will frighten the animal and will not want to wear this clothing.
Depending on the type of product, the sleeve may be shorter or completely absent.
You can also make holes in the hood for ears, it will be very cute.
Before cutting, be sure to try on the paper version and correct any inconsistencies so as not to spoil the fabric later.
Place the pattern on the laid out fabric with the wrong side up, carefully watch where the fold is needed, how many parts are required, trace it with chalk and cut it out.
We connect the side, shoulder, and sleeve seams, if any. We sew on a zipper or Velcro and begin processing the edges. The knitted fabric is twisted along the edge, it does not need to be edged, the rest is either folded and hemmed, or we use bias tape, this will look more aesthetically pleasing. There are more interesting option- crochet the edges of the neckline and sleeves.
All the proposed methods are costly in terms of time and effort, if this is not possible, we will use ready-made clothes and we'll remake it. An old stretched sock without a heel or a child's pajama leg is suitable for this.
The lower part of the sock is cut off and holes are made for the paws; it is not necessary to process the edges if you urgently need to put it on, although crocheting or overcasting will not take much time. This option is more suitable for kittens or a small cat.
For an adult cat, we take pants from fleece children's pajamas; for the alteration process, you only need scissors. We measure the length of the required product and cut it off, cutting holes for the sleeves. There is no need to sew or hem anything, and the vestments for home wear are ready.
As you can see, there is nothing complicated in sewing individual clothes for a pet. Follow the suggested schemes and feel free to replenish your wardrobe in any convenient way.
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