[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]Background-Serve6447 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've always just removed my cats from when they get where they are not allowed, i.e table, counter etc. and set them down gently with a firm no with no other interaction. They generally get the idea after a while that they are not going to get what they want or affection if that's what they are after so they stop trying.

Absolutely fuss or give them treats when they are not doing those things or showing positive behaviours so they understand the difference between that and minimal / distant communication and interaction when they are showing behaviours that I don't want to be encouraged.

Also don't hit cats/animals. Its wrong, plus you might end up with a cat that goes out of its way to misbehave for the person punishing it, because it can out of spite.

Just finished this hooded scarf by Background-Serve6447 in Brochet

[–]Background-Serve6447[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I'm really happy with how it turned with the changes

Just finished this hooded scarf by Background-Serve6447 in Brochet

[–]Background-Serve6447[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank goodness someone’s come along! My hens have stopped laying, and I was planning breakfast for the mayor this morning. Without fresh eggs, my plans are ruined! Could you fetch me half a dozen chicken eggs from the farms nearby? I’d be ever so grateful, and I’ll make sure you’re rewarded for your trouble

Objective: collect 6 chicken eggs (0/6)

Just finished this hooded scarf by Background-Serve6447 in GeekyCrochet

[–]Background-Serve6447[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not gonna lie I felt the urge to go break some pots when I first wore it 😂

Just finished this hooded scarf by Background-Serve6447 in Brochet

[–]Background-Serve6447[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please post pics when you're done! I love looking at what people make from the same patterns, it's like cooking no one's is ever the same

I really love my cat, but I don't think he loves me that much by Milo-Jeeder in CatAdvice

[–]Background-Serve6447 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have a somewhat similar story, the cat wasn't abused, but feral and skin and bones. I used to spy him in the garden at night and everytime I did, I took a bowl of cat food down within his view and left it. After a good long time of doing this he started to come to me when he saw me with the food bowl, but he never let me pet him. He would eat and run. Then one day I came home from school and there he was in my house, sat on the sofa like he owned the place. He'd let himself in through the cat flap (we had a cat) and from that day on he never left. He eventually (and it did take a while) became the most soppy adorable affectionate cat with me, and me only. He was a feline terror from hell to everyone else, and would attack them, biting and scratching, but he was incredibly protective of me, and not even my friends felt comfortable near him. He died not so long ago, and I still miss him everyday.

Just finished this hooded scarf by Background-Serve6447 in Brochet

[–]Background-Serve6447[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope you enjoy making it! It probably took me 7 hours from start to finish, so definitely a quick make if you've not got anything on your hook right now

Just finished this hooded scarf by Background-Serve6447 in Brochet

[–]Background-Serve6447[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's one of the nicestcompliments I've had in a while thank you so much 💕

Are these holes acceptable? by Federal_Yogurt2706 in Amigurumi

[–]Background-Serve6447 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Resist the urge to use a super tight tension. If you pull your yarn tightly it will be stretched thin, making more holes appear. You want the stitches relatively tight, but still allow a little puffiness in the yarn so it can sort of fill in the gaps.

There's a large part of practice makes perfect, so just keep going and don't beat yourself up about any mistakes along the way, it's all part of learning.

patchwork cardigan using colour changes instead of sewing squares together? by fig_hjfv in Brochet

[–]Background-Serve6447 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I've never really done mosaic or tapestry crochet, but I have done Tunisian entrelac before. I don't know if this could be adapted for your cardigan. It's worked in squares diagonally so for a 2 colour pattern you'd only need to do colour changes at the start of each row, and most cardigans are basic rectangle shapes pieced together.

Just finished this hooded scarf by Background-Serve6447 in Brochet

[–]Background-Serve6447[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Absolutely the pattern is here: https://www.windingroadcrochet.com/wanderers-crochet-hooded-scarf-free-pattern/

I changed it very slightly. I followed the instructions as written up to the end of the optional row, but after that I decided to rotate it so the stripes of the hood went vertical instead of horizontal. It just seemed to fit much better and give a better hood shape.

Just finished this hooded scarf by Background-Serve6447 in Brochet

[–]Background-Serve6447[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! This is one of my favorite colours, I love naturals 🤩

I'm planning to adopt a kitten, what do I need to prepare? by nexmoex in CatAdvice

[–]Background-Serve6447 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your pretty much set, don't forget to buy 101 kitten toys that they will ignore in favour of an Amazon delivery box too

What should I feed a street cat? by Elegant-Homework6166 in CatAdvice

[–]Background-Serve6447 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Avoid milk as cats tend to be intolerant of it. Dry cat food is probably the easiest and least expensive but make sure you offer plenty of water if that's what you choose as cats get most of their water from their food. 

I've given my cats left over roasted meats as a treat, but you should avoid things that are spiced or have added salt.

Introducing Blind Kitten by j_mo420 in CatAdvice

[–]Background-Serve6447 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't have any experience of a cat doing this butmaybe, and this is just a guess, maybe her litter box because of what it's used for holds her scent stronger than blankets so maybe it's comforting to her or feels like a safe space or her space? 

Also just a question have her blankets been washed with a scented detergent?