Imagine your pet tucked under a handmade blanket, dreaming away after a long day of play.

You’ll weave a small, colorful piece using yarn scraps and a simple paper loom, then combine it with a printed picture of your pet or a cute animal photo.

The result looks like a cozy bedtime portrait straight out of a storybook.

Kids especially love this idea as it’s playful, relaxing, and teaches weaving in the most adorable way possible.

Materials Needed

• Cardstock or sturdy colored paper (8×10 inches)
• Printed animal photos (cats, dogs, or your own pet)
• Yarn in assorted colors (8-10 strands, about 2 feet each)
• Scissors
• Tape or glue
• Needle or straw for weaving
• Ruler and pencil

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1: Cut vertical slits at the bottom half of your cardstock to form your loom. Each slit should be about ½ inch apart.

Step 2: Thread yarn vertically through the slits to create the warp base. Then tape the ends to the back for stability.

Step 3: Choose bright yarn colors and start weaving horizontally, alternating over and under the warp threads.

Step 4: Push each row down gently to tighten and change colors every few rows for a striped blanket effect.

Step 5: Once done, trim and secure the ends at the back.

Step 6: Glue your pet photo above the blanket and adjust so it looks like they’re tucked in.

Tips:

Add small felt shapes or buttons to the blanket for texture, or write the pet’s name beneath for an extra personal touch.