Cats Of The World: 2022

CATS OF THE WORLD PURRZAAR IS BACK ON 28 & 29 MAY 2022!

Catch this cat-crazy marketplace, kitty-themed workshops and adoption drive at Crane @ Robertson

The popular Cats of The World Purrzaar (COTW) is BACK on 28 and 29 May 2022 weekend at Crane @ Robertson to indulge cat lovers to all things feline! Proudly partnering Cat Welfare Society (CWS) and Crane, COTW Purrzaar aims to raise funds for CWS to support their causes and also offers a fun marketplace for talented makers and vendors to showcase their ‘meow-chandise’. Expect unique cat-themed workshops and a cat adoption drive on both days. Entry is free. Venue capacity rules apply.

Purrzaar of Feline Finds

The cat-themed Purrzaar market will feature favourite vendors such as Momshoo, Oatsie’s Trunk, Amy Handmade Ceramics, Eat To Draw, Purrballs, Troops On Print, and the Cat Mama Shop by CWS. New vendors include Kitties In Need, The Pets Couture, Tiny Rabbit Hole, Yappy Pets, and Whimsy And Magic. They will be showcasing their one-of-a-kind cat designs and crafts for furry friends and their pawrents! Cat lovers can purchase kitty artworks, fashion accessories, jewelry, stationery, ceramics, pet food and more. Look out for Captain, the kitty ambassador for The Pets Couture who will make a special appearance at his Petting Corner to raise funds for CWS.

Cats and their pawrents are welcome at this event held within the Aviary Common Room at Crane @ Robertson. There is also a retail shop and cafe where the public can have a bite and gourmet coffee.

Purrzaar Vendors:

Amy Handmade Ceramics

Each ceramic art piece is handmade by Amy Woo to bring a little bit of joy and happiness in our daily lives. Look out for her limited collection of cat incense holders, cat soap holders, rabbit incense holders, and brooches. @amywoowaichi

Cat Mama Shop

An online store by Cat Welfare Society, the Cat Mama Shop offers a wide range of kitty merchandise for cats and cat lovers, from T-shirts and tote bags, to cat beds, door mats and toys. @catmamashop | www.catwelfare.store

Eat to Draw

Expect original Linocut cat prints and stamps, as well as a range of cat ears hair bands and accessories to dress up cat lovers. Carlyn Law of @eattodraw will also be teaching Cats Blockprinting workshops at the Purrzaar. @eattodraw | www.eattodraw.com

Kitties In Need (KIN)

KIN by Ann Yew is a self-driven initiative by Ann and friends who enjoy bringing curated pet care items to Singapore and their main purpose is fund-raising for the rescued cat community. Some of their products include Kafbo, Meowscratch and Bubble Bear. @annyew

Momshoo

Momshoo is a mother-and-daughter crafting team based in Singapore. Together, they stitch whimsical creations using needlework techniques of hand-sewing and knitting. Momshoo is all about handmade items that are slow-made and unique, designed to bring a smile to your day. They have specially created cat pot holders, cat brooches, other animal brooches, and embroidered pouches for the Purrzaar. @momshoo

Oatsie’s Trunk

Oatsie’s Trunk is a husband and wife team where the husband draws meticulously and the wife sews lovingly. All designs are crafted by them with lots of TLC for everyone in mind. For the Purrzaar, they are introducing new items like hair accessories, mouse pad wrist rest, cup warmer/holders, coasters, beeswax snack bags, catnip cushions and wristlets - all featuring gorgeous fabrics. @oatsiestrunk

Purrballs

Purrballs is co-founded by two cat-loving friends who design cat-themed stationery, accessories and gifts inspired by the community cats in Singapore. Every purrchandise is created with a hope to bring joy to everyone around the world — one purr at a time. Products include stationery, pins, keychains, handmade jewellery, plush toys and bags. @purrballs | www.Purrballs.sg

Tiny Rabbit Hole

Tiny Rabbit Hole uses the finest materials and delicate craftsmanship to make crochet plushies and accessories. They will sell a range of crochet cats baskets at the Purrzaar and 100% of the proceeds from these baskets are going to CWS. On showcase are crochet plushies, craft kits to make a cute Meowicorn and keychains. @tinyrabbithole | https://tinyrabbithole.com/

Troops On Print

Troops On Print hopes to bring some positivity and happiness through its range of quirky ceramic plates, small dishes, cups, planters as well as stickers and postcards with illustrations. @troopsonprint

Whimsy and Magic

This handmade jewelry label offers designs that are inspired by nature, especially flora and fauna. Each piece is designed and put together meticulously with love and attention to details. Its philosophy is to create simple, elegant and versatile jewelry to be worn on all occasions. Expect cat-themed earrings, bracelets and necklaces exclusively for the Purrzaar. @whimsyandmagic

Yappy Pets

Yappy Pets was created to provide the best nutrition for furry friends. Their diverse portfolio of in-house and distributor brands provides the highest-quality goods for pets, allowing them to live longer and stronger. Products to look out for are nurturepro™ Nano Colloidal Silver, Daily Delight, Ciao Cat Treats and new cat products! A highlight is the exclusive Kitty Goodie Bag (worth $29) which is sold at only $10 and ALL proceeds from it will go to CWS. @yappy_pets | www.yappy-pets.com/

Cat-Themed Workshops

The Purrzaar is also the place for cat lovers to get crafty and pick up a new skill or art! Sign up for these fun feline-centric workshops from blockprinting and resin art to sewing and crocheting. Part of the proceeds from the workshops is donated to CWS. For bookings, go to www.catwelfare.store

Cats Blockprinting Workshops with Eat To Draw

Date: 28 May Saturday | Time: 11.30am to 1pm

Date: 29 May Sunday | Time: 11.30am to 1pm

Fee: $65 / pax

Learn this fun art technique of carving rubber stamps and making cute cat prints at this blockprinting workshop. Carlyn Law of Eat To Draw will show the step-by-step process of carving a purrsonalised cat stamp and printing on cards. All materials are included and participants will bring back their handcarved stamps, 1 ink pad, and artworks. Suitable for age 12 & above.

Kitty Brooch Sewing Workshop with Momshoo

Date: 28 May Saturday | Time: 2pm to 4pm

Fee: $60 / pax

Sew a little kitty to call your own! At this workshop, Momshoo will introduce the basic plush toy sewing techniques to sew an adorable Momshoo cat brooch. Simple embroidery stitches will also be taught to create your kitty’s facial expression. All materials and tools will be provided. Suitable for age 14 & above.

Cat Charm Resin Workshop with Magicten Art Studio

Date: 28 May Saturday | Time: 4.30pm to 6pm

Fee: $50 / pax

Learn to create your own Cat Charm using resin in different colours led by Mimi of Magicten Art Studio! Choose your favourite cat design and give it life using a mix of resin and imagination. You will be guided to create this personalised lucky cat charm step by step. All materials are provided. Suitable for age 12 & above.

Meow Meow Trinket Crochet Workshop with Tiny Rabbit Hole

Date: 29 May Sunday | Time: 4.30pm to 6pm

Fee: $60 / pax

This is a taster workshop that teaches you the basics of how things are made using crochet techniques such as this adorable Meow Meow Trinket basket. It is suitable for those who are looking to try out something new or explore the art of crocheting. All materials and tools are provided. Suitable for age 7 & above.

PARTNERS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

CAT WELFARE SOCIETY

This Singapore-based society engages the community to achieve sustainable and humane management of cats in Singapore through advocacy, sterilisation, mediation and educational outreach programmes. Its vision is a humane society where every cat in Singapore has a place to call home. www.catwelfare.org

CRANE (VENUE PARTNER)

CRANE is a community for conscious living, and its spaces are put together to encourage the sharing of ideas and communal learning. CRANE strives to give its members and community the opportunities to immerse themselves in new experiences and learning new skills; to use CRANE to launch a new project or business; to meet like-minded folks, create content, or simply use the space as an extension of their home or office.

www.wearecrane.com

SIXTH SENSE (PR PARTNER)

Sixth Sense is an established powerhouse PR and Social Media Management agency born from a combination of passion, experience and knowledge. The team possesses PR instincts and intuition; they know what the media want and need, as well as understand client concerns and expectations. Visit https://sixthsense.com.sg/ and find them on IG, TikTok and FB via @sixthsensepr.

ABOUT COTW

Cats Of The World began in 2007 as a non-profit showcase of cat photos from around the world in a yearly exhibition and purrzaar market with a tremendous following of cat lovers. The passion remains the same to date – its mission is to celebrate cats in all forms, promote local crafters and makers, and give back as much as possible to help the community kitties. Visit http://gattidelmondo.blogspot.com

Fact Sheet:

Dates 28 and 29 May 2022 weekend

Time 11am to 7pm

Where CRANE @ Robertson

The Herencia, 46 Kim Yam Road,

#01-05/05, Singapore 239351

Entry Free

Facebook @catsoftheworldphotoexhibition

Instagram @catsoftheworldphotos

Hashtags #CatsOfTheWorldPurrzaar

For media enquiries, please contact:
Noelle Tan, Sixth Sense Communications & PR

Tel: 6423 0096 HP: 9873 9631