Upcycle an old T-shirt into a cat toy

Forget about tossing that old torn-up T-shirt— it can be turned into a fun and free new toy for Mittens. To do: Cut the shirt into 6 strips that measure about 1 inch wide by 8 inches long. (Note: the jersey knit of T-shirts doesn’t unravel when cut, so there’s no need to hem it.) Then line up all the pieces and tie them in a tight knot, creating a pom-pom. You can toss it to your sweet kitty, who will be entertained batting the toy around the house. Plus, she’s sure to love the fact that it smells like you!