I have been drawing since I was young, and honestly, doodling cats is one of those little habits that always makes me happy. Once, in my school notebooks in the corner of the pages, it managed to kill time during boring lectures; nowadays, it has turned into a fun activity I share with my niece. Each time she feels bored, we sit together and, with a pen in hand, we simply doodle silly little cats: sometimes cute, sometimes funny, and sometimes completely weird.
If you love drawing or just want a calm creative break, doodle cats are the perfect place to start. They’re simple, relaxing, and impossible to do “wrong.”
Now, let’s get into 10 easy ideas you can try today!
What Is a Cat Doodle?
The cat doodle is just a quick freehand drawing-nothing too complicated, nothing perfect. It is just a cute, simple drawing comprising basic shapes that capture the personality of the cat. Whether it’s neat or a silly doodle version, both look adorable.
I personally like doodles because there is no pressure to make clean lines or perfect proportions. The more imperfect they are, the cuter they look.
Benefits of Drawing Doodle Cats
Here are a few reasons why I love drawing them:
- Stress relief: Well, in breaks, I doodle around, and instantly it soothes my mind.
- Fun bonding activity: My niece and I challenge each other to create the funniest cat every weekend.
- Enhances creativity: Because it involves the use of small, simple drawings to experiment with expressions, poses, and patterns.
- Doodling with mindfulness: It takes only a few minutes to draw cats when being mindful; moreover, it helps you to slow down and get into the present moment.
- Great in journals or planners: They add personality to the pages.
Things You Need to Get Started
Things You Need To Get Started
- A pencil
- A black pen or fineliner
- A sketchbook, or any notebook
- Optional: markers or colored pencils
Usually, I use one black pen and draw 10–12 doodle cats at a time.
How to Draw a Simple Doodle Cat (Step-by-Step)
1. Draw a round or oval head
2. Add two small triangle ears
3. Add simple dot or circle eyes
4. Illustrate a small nose and a cute-looking smile
5. Add whiskers on both sides
6. Draw a simple oval or rounded body
7. Add an appropriate straight or curled tail
8. Add one fun detail — big eyes, bow tie, tiny hat, heart cheeks, etc.
I always try to add something silly during the last step, because each cat is different.
5 Cute and Creative Doodle Cat Ideas
Below are ideas totaling 10, from beginner-friendly to themed ones, so you can pick which fits your mood.
Easy Beginner Cat Doodles
Simple circle-head cat
Smiling cat with closed eye
Sitting cat with tiny paws
Cat with heart-shaped nose
Cat looking up
My Personal Favorites
Here are three of my favorite ideas:
- Sleepy Cat: I draw this one at night when I’m winding down with tea.
- Teacup Cat: My niece always laughs because it looks to her like the cat is stuck.
- Zentangle Cat: This one that keeps me calm and focused, usually, I draw it on my long breaks at work
Tips to Make Your Doodle Cats Look Cutest
- Use big, expressive eyes
- Add tiny blush dots
- Keep the lines soft and imperfect
- Add small props like books, hats, or bows
- It is possible to add small accessories: books, hats, or bows.
- Try some quick 10-second doodle challenges just for fun
I always take the 10-second challenge with my niece, the results are chaotic but hilarious!
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Over-analyzing the drawing
- Trying to draw perfect circles
- Over-specifying
- Using the same face every time
- Not experimenting with forms or shape
Remember, doodles are not supposed to be perfect; they are supposed to be fun.
Final Thoughts
Drawing doodle cats is one of the easiest and happiest creative habits you can start today. Whether you draw them to relax, to decorate your journal, or to bond with your kids, each doodle adds a small spark of joy to your day.
I usually keep 5 minutes before bed just for doodles, that’s the calmest part of my routine.
Give some of these ideas on the list a try and find your favorite!
