41 Easy Cute Cat Doodle Drawing Ideas
Feeling the need to add a bit of fun to your drawing routine? Well, 41 easy and adorable cat drawing ideas are here to turn those “ugh, what should I draw?” moments into “ahh, this is so cute!”
Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned artist looking for some light-hearted sketches, these ideas are perfect for adding a bit of whimsy to your day.
Materials Needed:
To get started with these cute cat drawings, you’ll need:
- Pencils: A range of pencils from light (2H) to dark (6B) to capture all those adorable details.
- Eraser: Essential for those “oops” moments and refining your lines.
- Paper: Any paper will do, but sketch paper is perfect for those quick, creative doodles.
- Markers or Colored Pencils (optional): Add a splash of color to make your drawings really pop.
- Ruler (optional): For keeping things straight when you need a bit of precision.
Cat Doodle Drawing Ideas
1. Simple Cat Face
Start by drawing a circle for the cat’s face. On top of the circle, add two triangles for the ears, making them slightly rounded at the edges for a softer look.
Inside the face, draw two large round eyes, leaving a small white circle in each eye to represent the reflection of light.
Below the eyes, draw a small triangle for the nose, and from the bottom of the nose, draw a short vertical line leading to a small “W” shape for the mouth. Add three whiskers on each side of the face.
2. Sleeping Cat
Begin by sketching an oval shape lying on its side to represent the body of the sleeping cat.
Near one end of the oval, draw a smaller circle for the head. To show the cat is sleeping, add two curved lines for the closed eyes, and a small, slightly curved line for the mouth.
Draw the ears as small triangles on top of the head. To finish, draw the tail curled around the body and add a few lines to suggest the fur.
3. Cat with a Fish
Start with an oval shape for the cat’s body and a small circle for the head, connecting them with a short neck.
Draw two triangles on top of the head for the ears, and add large, round eyes with a small triangle for the nose.
Draw a fish shape near the cat, with one of the cat’s paws reaching towards it. Add details to the fish, such as fins and scales, and position the other paw as if holding or playing with the fish.
4. Cat in a Box
Begin by drawing a square or rectangle to represent the box. On top of the box, draw a circle for the cat’s head, with the bottom of the circle slightly overlapping the box to show the cat is inside.
Add two triangle ears on top of the head, and draw large eyes, a small nose, and whiskers on the face.
To show the cat is inside the box, draw the front flaps of the box open and the back flaps closed, with the cat’s paws resting on the edge of the box.
5. Stretching Cat
Start by sketching a long, slightly curved oval for the cat’s body, with a small circle at one end for the head.
Draw two triangle ears on top of the head, and add large eyes and a small nose. Draw the front legs extended forward, showing the cat in a stretching pose.
Add the back legs bent and the tail curved upwards. To finish, draw a few lines on the back and tail to suggest the fur.
6. Cat with Sunglasses
Begin by drawing a round face with a small, curved line for the mouth and a tiny triangle for the nose. Add two large triangle ears on top of the head.
Draw oversized sunglasses, making them rectangular or round, covering most of the face.
Inside the sunglasses, draw the reflection by adding a few diagonal lines. Finish with whiskers on each side of the face.
7. Playful Kitten
Start with a small, round circle for the kitten’s head and a slightly oval shape for the body.
Add two big, round eyes to give the kitten a playful expression, and a tiny triangle for the nose.
Draw the ears as large triangles compared to the size of the head. Draw one paw reaching out to a ball of yarn, with the other paw tucked close to the body.
Add details to the yarn by drawing small, curved lines to show the strands.
8. Cat with a Bowtie
Draw a simple cat face starting with a round head and two triangle ears on top.
Below the face, draw a small bowtie by first drawing a small circle for the knot, and then two loops on either side for the bow, adding two straight lines below for the tails.
Add large, round eyes, a small triangle nose, and whiskers to the cat’s face.
9. Fluffy Cat
Begin by drawing a large, oval shape for the cat’s body, with a smaller circle on top for the head.
Draw the ears as small triangles on top of the head, but make the edges slightly curved to appear softer.
To give the cat a fluffy appearance, draw wavy lines around the edges of the body, head, and tail.
Inside the face, draw large round eyes, a small triangle nose, and whiskers. You can also add a few lines on the body to represent tufts of fur.
10. Cat on the Moon
Start by drawing a large crescent moon, with one end curving upward. Draw a small, sitting cat on the bottom curve of the moon.
For the cat, draw a round head with triangle ears and a simple, curved line for the body. Add two large round eyes, a small nose, and whiskers.
Draw the tail hanging down and slightly curved to match the shape of the moon. Finish by adding a few stars around the moon to create a dreamy effect.
11. Curious Cat
Begin by drawing a cat’s head peeking out from behind an object, like a wall or curtain.
Start with a round head and add two large, triangle ears. Draw big, wide-open eyes to show curiosity, and a small nose.
Position one paw reaching around the object, as if the cat is trying to see what’s on the other side. Add whiskers and a slight tilt to the head for an inquisitive look.
12. Cat with a Heart
Start by drawing a simple cat face with a round head and triangle ears. Draw a small heart shape either near the nose or as the nose itself.
Add large, round eyes, and whiskers on each side. For a cuter effect, you can draw a smaller heart shape inside the larger heart, and color it in.
13. Cat with a Crown
Draw a cat’s head with triangle ears on top.
Above the head, draw a small, simple crown with three or four points, adding small circles at the tips to represent jewels.
Inside the face, draw large eyes, a small triangle nose, and whiskers. You can add a slight smile to make the cat look royal and content.
14. Cat and Butterfly
Start by drawing a sitting cat with a round head and triangle ears. Position the cat’s head slightly tilted as if it’s watching something.
Draw a butterfly near one of the cat’s paws or above its head. Add details to the butterfly, like wings and antennae.
Draw the cat’s eyes looking directly at the butterfly, with a gentle expression on its face.
15. Cat Paw Prints
Draw simple ovals for the main pads of the cat’s paw, and then add four smaller circles above each oval for the toes.
To create a trail of paw prints, draw multiple paw prints in a line or scattered across the page, varying the direction to show movement.
16. Cat with a Flower
Begin by drawing a simple cat face with a round head and triangle ears. Add large eyes, a small nose, and whiskers.
Near the cat’s nose or in its mouth, draw a flower with a round center and simple petals. You can add a few leaves to the flower’s stem to make it more detailed.
Position the flower as if the cat is sniffing it, with a gentle expression on the cat’s face.
17. Sitting Cat
Draw an upright, oval shape for the cat’s body, with a smaller circle on top for the head.
Add two triangle ears on top of the head, and draw large eyes, a small nose, and whiskers.
Position the cat’s front legs straight down and the back legs curved to show it’s sitting. Draw the tail wrapped around the body or curled next to it.
18. Cat in the Rain
Start by drawing a simple cat standing on its hind legs, with a round head and triangle ears.
Above the cat’s head, draw an umbrella, making the handle extend down to one of the cat’s paws.
Draw raindrops falling around the cat, but not directly under the umbrella. Add large eyes, a small nose, and a slightly sad or neutral expression to show the cat is trying to stay dry.
19. Cat with Glasses
Draw a simple cat face with a round head and triangle ears. Add oversized round or square glasses over the eyes, making sure they cover most of the face.
Inside the glasses, draw large eyes with pupils, and add a small triangle for the nose.
Finish with whiskers on each side of the face, and you can add a slight smile to give the cat a smart or scholarly look.
20. Cat with a Scarf
Start with a simple cat face, drawing a round head and triangle ears.
Around the neck, draw a cozy scarf, making it wrap around once and hang down on either side. Add large eyes, a small nose, and whiskers.
For extra detail, you can add stripes or a pattern to the scarf, and draw the ends of the scarf slightly frayed.
21. Cat with a Mouse
Draw a sitting or standing cat with a round head, triangle ears, and a long tail.
Nearby, draw a small, simple mouse with round ears and a long, thin tail. Position the cat’s eyes looking at the mouse, with a curious or playful expression.
Add details like whiskers, a small nose, and a slight smile on the cat’s face.
22. Cat in a Cup
Begin by drawing a large cup or mug, and position a small cat inside, with its head and paws peeking over the edge.
Start with the cat’s head, drawing a circle with triangle ears, and add big, round eyes, a small nose, and whiskers.
Draw the cat’s front paws resting on the edge of the cup, and its body slightly hidden inside. You can add steam rising from the cup to suggest the cat is sitting in a warm drink.
23. Cat with Balloons
Draw a small cat sitting or standing, holding onto strings tied to floating balloons.
Start with the cat’s head, adding large eyes, triangle ears, and a small nose.
Draw the balloons above the cat, making them round or heart-shaped, and position the cat’s paw as if it’s holding the strings. Add details like whiskers and a tail swaying in the air.
24. Cat with Big Eyes
Start with a round cat face, and draw exaggeratedly large, round eyes that take up most of the face. Add a small triangle nose below the eyes, and draw a curved line for the mouth. Add triangle ears on top of the head and whiskers on each side of the face. The large eyes should give the cat a cute, wide-eyed expression.
25. Cat and Moon
Draw a cat sitting on a windowsill, with a crescent moon visible outside the window.
Start with the cat’s body, drawing an oval shape for the torso and a smaller circle for the head. Add triangle ears, large eyes, and a small nose.
Position the cat’s tail hanging down or curled up next to it. Draw the window frame and the moon in the background, adding stars around the moon to create a peaceful night scene.
25. Cat with a Halo
Begin by drawing a simple cat face with a round head and triangle ears.
Above the head, draw a small halo, making it an oval shape with a slight tilt. Inside the face, draw large eyes, a small nose, and whiskers.
You can add a gentle smile to give the cat a heavenly look.
26. Cat with Angel Wings
Draw a small cat sitting or standing, with delicate, feathered wings on its back.
Start with the cat’s body, drawing an oval shape for the torso and a smaller circle for the head. Add large, round eyes, triangle ears, and a small nose.
Draw the wings on either side of the cat, making the feathers soft and slightly curved. You can add a halo above the head for an extra angelic touch.
27. Cat and Bird
Draw a cat sitting or standing with a small bird perched nearby. Start with the cat’s body, drawing an oval shape for the torso and a smaller circle for the head.
Add triangle ears, large eyes, and a small nose. Draw the bird on cat.
Add details like whiskers and a gentle expression on the cat’s face to show it’s observing the bird.
28. Yawning Cat
Begin by drawing a cat’s head with a large, open mouth in the middle.
Start with the head, drawing a circle and adding triangle ears. For the mouth, draw a wide oval shape with a smaller oval inside for the tongue.
Add two closed eyes above the mouth, using curved lines to show the cat is yawning. Draw whiskers and a few lines on the face to show the cat’s fur.
29. Cat with Stars
Draw a cat sitting or standing, surrounded by small, simple star shapes.
Start with the cat’s body, drawing an oval shape for the torso and a smaller circle for the head. Add triangle ears, large eyes, and a small nose.
Around the cat, draw star shapes, varying their size to create a magical effect. Add whiskers and a slightly upward-curved tail to complete the scene.
30. Happy Cat
Draw a cat with a big smile and closed eyes to show happiness. Start with a round head and add triangle ears.
Draw the eyes as two curved lines, similar to upside-down “U” shapes, to show the cat’s eyes are closed in joy.
Add a large, curved line for the mouth and small lines at the ends to show it’s smiling widely. Draw whiskers, and you can add a small nose and a few lines on the face for fur texture.
31. Cat with a Cape
Start by drawing a small cat sitting or standing, with a flowing cape behind it. Begin with the cat’s body, drawing an oval shape for the torso and a smaller circle for the head.
Add large, round eyes, triangle ears, and a small nose. Draw the cape as a large, curved shape behind the cat, making it billow out as if caught in the wind.
Add whiskers and a confident expression on the cat’s face to give it a heroic look.
32. Upside Down Cat
Draw a cat lying on its back with its paws in the air. Start with the cat’s body, drawing an oval shape, but position it upside down.
Add a smaller circle for the head, also upside down. Draw the cat’s legs and paws reaching upwards, with the tail curled slightly.
Add triangle ears, large eyes, and a small nose. You can position the eyes as if the cat is looking at something above, giving it a playful expression.
33. Cat on a Pillow
Begin by drawing a large, soft pillow, and position a relaxed cat lounging on it.
Start with the pillow, drawing a rounded rectangle shape with slightly puffed edges. On top of the pillow, draw the cat’s body, making it look relaxed and stretched out.
Add a small circle for the head, with triangle ears and closed eyes to show the cat is resting. Draw the tail curled up on the pillow, and add a few lines to the pillow to show its texture.
34. Cat with a Pumpkin
Draw a cat sitting next to a Halloween pumpkin. Start with the cat’s body, drawing an oval shape for the torso and a smaller circle for the head.
Add large, round eyes, triangle ears, and a small nose. Next to the cat, draw a round pumpkin with a curved stem on top.
You can add a carved face to the pumpkin to make it more festive. Position the cat’s eyes looking at the pumpkin, with a curious or playful expression.
35. Cat in a Hat
Start by drawing a cat wearing a large, funny hat. Begin with the cat’s head, drawing a round shape with triangle ears.
On top of the head, draw a large hat, making it slightly tilted or oversized for a humorous effect. Add details to the hat, such as a ribbon or pattern.
Inside the cat’s face, draw large eyes, a small nose, and whiskers. You can add a smile to the cat’s face to show it’s enjoying wearing the hat.
36. Cat and Ice Cream
Draw a cat staring at or holding an ice cream cone. Start with the cat’s body, drawing an oval shape for the torso and a smaller circle for the head.
Add triangle ears, large eyes, and a small nose. Near the cat, draw an ice cream cone with a round scoop on top.
Position the cat’s paw as if it’s reaching for the cone, with its eyes looking at the ice cream. You can add a small tongue sticking out to show the cat’s excitement.
37. Cat with a Cupcake
Draw a cat sitting next to or holding a cupcake. Start with the cat’s body, drawing an oval shape for the torso and a smaller circle for the head.
Add triangle ears, large eyes, and a small nose. Near the cat, draw a cupcake with a swirled top and a wrapper at the bottom.
Position the cat’s paw as if it’s holding the cupcake or reaching towards it. Add details like sprinkles on the cupcake and whiskers on the cat.
38. Cat with Big Ears
Start by drawing a simple cat face with exaggeratedly large ears. Draw a round head and add two oversized triangle ears on top, making them the most prominent feature.
Inside the face, draw large, round eyes, a small nose, and whiskers.
The large ears should give the cat a cute and alert expression. You can also add a small smile to make the cat look friendly.
39. Cat with Sunglasses and a Drink
Draw a cool cat wearing sunglasses and holding a tropical drink. Start with the cat’s body, drawing an oval shape for the torso and a smaller circle for the head.
Add large, round sunglasses over the eyes, covering most of the face.
In one of the cat’s paws, draw a small glass with a straw, or you can add details like an umbrella or slice of fruit on the glass.
Position the cat’s tail swaying slightly, and add a relaxed expression on its face.
40. Cat with a Bow on Tail
Draw a cat with a ribbon bow tied to the end of its tail. Start with the cat’s body, drawing an oval shape for the torso and a smaller circle for the head.
Add large eyes, triangle ears, and a small nose. Draw the tail curved upwards or to the side, with a bow tied near the tip.
The bow can be a simple ribbon with loops and tails. Add whiskers and a gentle smile on the cat’s face.
41. Cat with a Dream Bubble
Draw a cat sleeping with a dream bubble above its head. Start with the cat’s body, drawing an oval shape.
Add a small circle for the head, with open eyes and triangle ears. Above the head, draw a dream bubble with a small picture inside, like a fish or a mouse.
Add whiskers and a relaxed expression on the cat’s face.
Conclusion:
Well, there you have it 41 easy and cute cat drawing ideas to brighten your day and spark your creativity. And if you’re proud of your Cat doodle drawings, show them off on social media with #CatDoodleArt, #Drawtwist.
I can’t wait to see your doodles! Happy doodling!
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