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Grandpa Spread Out the Quilt. The Cat Took the Whole Fabric Pile

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Harold bends over a quilt of faded blue and cream squares, pulling a needle through the fabric with practiced hands. His glasses sit low and his plaid shirt is rolled at the sleeves. Smoky has made herself a bed right in the middle of the fabric pile, her silver tail curled across her side, her eyes closed, and her paws tucked under her chin. A wicker basket of spools, a mug, and plants fill the window light behind them, and the whole room looks happily crowded.

Cats often choose soft fabric piles as beds, and a sewing room has plenty. Many cats also like the warmth from a lap or a table in sunlight, and the smell of a favorite person on the cloth is comforting. For safety, thread, yarn, and needles are dangerous for cats and can cause serious problems if swallowed, so keep them out of her reach and call your vet immediately if she eats any. Pins and scissors should be stored carefully too. A Maine Coon's long fur will end up in the quilt, so a lint roller is useful, and a soft blanket of her own nearby may encourage her to nap there instead of on the project.

Harold will keep stitching around her. The quilt may carry a few silver hairs when it is finished, but that is just another sign of a well-loved project.

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