Karen's Collectors Cottage Blog

Cat themed objects are a popular collectible, both for cat owners looking to demonstrate their pride in their pets, and for those who simply love the grace and beauty of these fluffy creatures. There is a wide variety of items to choose from, ensuring that the cat collector can find something to suit their desires. Here is a list of some of the more popular cat items:

• figurines
• coffee mugs
• pins/brooches
• plates
• cookie jars
• art
• plush toys
• charms
• clocks
• Christmas ornaments
• yard art

Tips on How to Start Your Collection

Choose a Theme

There are so many cat collectibles available that choosing a theme will help you focus on what you are truly interested in. For example, you could decide to focus on one specific type of collectible, such as cat clocks, or you could decide to collect items related to Garfield, Felix, or cartoon cats in general. There are also many styles available these days, from the whimsical to the bizarre. If you like a certain style of art, you can be sure to find a series of cat items that fit that style, such as the whimsical figurines at the top.

Determine what Type of Collector You are

There are different types of collectors. Some will collect anything cat-related and have items that range the entire spectrum of available items, from figurines to yard art. Others collect only a specific type of item or on a theme, as suggested above, but often in a casual manner. And still others choose to be even more specific and try to obtain a complete collection of their chosen theme. For example, collecting every figurine in a series. Knowing what kind of collector you want–or are most likely–to be will help you decide how to start your collection.

If you love cats, you are sure to find something that will tickle your fancy. Enjoy the process of selecting a unique cat collectible!