Cats spend a lot of time sleeping. When cats aren’t trying to lie across their owner’s computer keyboards, they love to get into dresser drawers, high places, and suitcases for a little nap.
Making an official cat bed out of an old suitcase is a natural. Some of the artisans of Etsy are doing just that: Suitcases are retrofit with legs and bedding, sometimes given a paint job or partial rebuild. The finished pieces are feline approved and might even suit a small dog.
Don’t tell the cat!
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Upcycled Pet Furniture
- Opportunity for artists and designers to repurpose discarded items into unique and eco-friendly pet furniture.
- DIY Pet Bed Projects
- Increased interest in DIY projects for pet owners to create customized and cost-effective pet beds using repurposed materials.
- Eco-conscious Pet Accessories
- Growing demand for sustainable and visually appealing pet accessories made from upcycled materials.
Sectors Adopting This
- Artisanal Pet Furniture
- Artisans and craftsmen can explore the market of unique and upcycled pet furniture to cater to eco-conscious pet owners.
- DIY Home Improvement
- DIY home improvement industry can develop and market more DIY projects specifically for pet owners, offering pet bed kits and tutorials.
- Sustainable Fashion and Design
- Fashion and design industry can tap into the demand for eco-friendly products by creating pet accessories made from upcycled materials.
