Make A Cat Bed

Build a cozy cat bed with power tools and a sewing machine.

Overview

Make a cat bed from scratch in one workshop — cut and assemble a wood frame with power tools, then sew a soft cushion and cover on the sewing machine. Beginner-friendly, and your cat gets the finished product.

Topics covered

Textiles · Woodworking

Instructor

Ari Zade · Founder & Design Engineer

Ari runs fabrication and sewing workshops at Desk Job — wood, fabric, and finished builds for makers at every level.

More about the studio

Agenda

  1. 1.Plan the bed and learn tool and sewing machine safety
  2. 2.Cut and assemble the wood frame with power tools
  3. 3.Sew the cushion and fabric cover
  4. 4.Assemble, finish, and fluff for take-home

Tools you'll use

DeWalt Cordless Power Tools
DeWalt Cordless Power Tools
Sewing & Embroidery Machine
Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Power tools, sewing machines, lumber, fabric, and filling are provided.

What you'll take home

A handmade cat bed with a wood frame and sewn cushion.