11 Unique Gifts for Cat Lovers in Australia
Is your friend more of a practical person who doesn’t like clutter or junk? Then giving them a gift that they can put to use might be the way to go. Functional gifts can be, well, how do we put this… boring…? But if you buy something that’s cat-themed AND functional, well, now that’s a win-win!
Items made by artists are unique and have a lot of character. You’ll be hard pressed to find similar items since each artist puts their own spin on the subject matter - in this case, the subject matter is cats. If your friend likes bespoke or one-of-a-kind items, buying from artists is a sure-fire way of making a good impression.
To help you out, we’ve curated a list of cute and quirky gifts for cat lovers that are either made by talented Australian artists or highly functional. Because, you deserve to make a good impression and your friend deserves more cat things.
1. Pink Cat Under Arrest Candle by SmellandSmile - $15
This cute pink cat candle actually comes in 10 different colours. It’s so cute we haven’t had the heart to burn it. Made by SmellandSmile, a Melbourne-based candle maker, these candles capture the cheekiness of cute kitty cats. They’re made with 100% soy wax and cotton wicks, perfect for the eco-friendly cat lover.
2. Cat Sprout Vase by Froggy Hollow - $56
Collecting whiskers is a thing. If your cat lover friend hasn’t started collecting their cat’s whiskers, now is the time to introduce it to them. They say each whisker you collect, you save another cat from ending up on the streets. I made that up. Each whisker you collect can actually turn into another cat if you water it with catnip tea.
These sprout vases are hand-made, painted and double glazed and fired by Brisbane-based artist Georgie under her brand, Froggy Hollow.
3. Cute Ceramic Cat Chopstick Rests - $18
Chopstick rests are not just for restaurants. Bring cute and fancy into your cat loving friend’s home with these ceramic cat chopstick rests.
They’re not just chopstick rests! These are perfect paint brush rests for your fellow cat loving artists and creatives.
4. Grey Cat Acrylic Magnet by Cherry Rabbit - $5
Inexpensive and functional, these Cherry Rabbit branded cat magnets are made by Brisbane-based illustrator, Cherriuki. Plus, they’re available in four different colours, you can match them with your friend’s cat, or cats!
5. Ceramic Cat Cup and Saucer Brown and Black Set - $25
Sets are great for when you want your gift to feel whole and complete. For the cat lovers who love biscuits with their coffee or tea, this ceramic cat cup and saucer makes the perfect gift. This cup is small, so it’s great for your friends who like snacks.
6. Ceramic Cat Sauce Dish Set - $20
Sauce makes every meal taste so much better. And cat sauce dishes make every meal so much cuter!
Every cat owner should be able to have a functional piece of dinnerware that lets them show off their love for cats. Show them how much you support their obsession with this cat-themed set.
7. No.046 Cat Friends Sticker Sheet by Cherry Rabbit - $7.50
Another cat-inspired gift by Cherry Rabbit, cat stickers! This wonderfully illustrated sticker sheet is great for journaling, decorating cards and sticking on the back of your laptop. Crafty cat people and those who love cute things will definitely appreciate this gift.
8. Cat Accidentally Eating Cake Birthday Card by Teef Club - $6.50
Know someone with a cheeky kitty that always tries to eat all their human’s food? Complete their present with a birthday card that captures their cat’s mischievous personality.
9. Kitty Objet Candle by BERRYVERYCANDLE - $10
Know someone who has a cat and their place smells a little… intense? Get them this Kitty Objet Candle that’ll help with the stench. AHAHA ok maybe that’s mean but this is a polite way of helping them make their house smell a little bit better. Plus, it’s very cute and they’ll appreciate it more when they find out it’s hand-poured by a local artist. Check out the artist’s cat inspired collection here.
10. Cat and Hamburger Quarter Ankle Socks - $9.00
Cat owners have their socks, gloves, hair ties, slippers and other bits and bobs stolen everyday by their kitty babies. Give their cats another pair of socks to steal at just $9.
Prefer another style? Click here to see the other 3 styles available.
11. Teef Club Gift Card - $10-$200
Give your friend the gift of choice with the Teef Club Gift Card. This gift card opens up a world of cat inspired pieces made by artists all over Australia. With over 70 different kitty themed items available, they’re sure to find something they love while supporting local artists who also love kitties. The Teef Club Gift Card is a gift that keeps on giving - check out the description to learn more.
Want other gift ideas for cat lovers? Check out this collection that supports artists who also love cats.