Must be nice to have disposable income

October

OK, I think it’s safe to say that scratch posts do not make for the most pleasing home decor, especially some of the monstrosities they sell that look like carpeted tree houses. Me, I have the simple roped, beige one that Stanley loves just fine.

But this is ridiculous.

My colleague Noreen alerted me to this NY Times story about two women who have developed a company that creates scratchable items for the “well-designed interior.” Cost? One goes for $1,2000. A bargain goes for $300.

Even if I had that kind of dough to spare, I can’t imagine spending it on something that’s going to be torn to shreds. I figure, if you can afford to spend $1,200 on something that’s intended to be wrecked, there must be some room in your home to keep a more modest version out of view. Or, you can take a page out of my mom’s design book and create something aesthetically pleasing, affordable, and not ridiculous.

So, that’s my thought of the day. Yours?

This entry was posted on Friday, October 30th, 2009 at 11:35 am by Laurel Babcock.
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4 Responses to “Must be nice to have disposable income”

ilb2001 October 30th, 2009 at 11:48 am
Damn, too bad the delivery is taking so long…
Mothrcat October 31st, 2009 at 8:48 pm
Wish that I had that kind of money. Don’t people know that the same $1200 could go to any animal rescue league as opposed to indulging in their needs….certainly not the cats! Tell your Mom to make something creative for Stanly and Cup!
Laurel Babcock October 31st, 2009 at 10:36 pm
Mom, make something creative for Stanley and Cup. I think for the home office would be best, but smaller and shorter than what you have in Maine. Shall I take measurements?

Mothercat, I agree with your point, and thanks for the tip!
Steve C. November 2nd, 2009 at 9:51 am
I made my own. I think I posted that when I first found myself with a kitten. I used a bunch of left over scraps I never throw out. (yes i keep some carpeting – use in the winter.. traction) I had the right kind of rope as well because of teaching by boys knots when they were cub scouts.

I didn’t make it overly tall. but it does the trick and for practically free. Its looks store bought.

So if you have old mail box post, dont throw it out.

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