Zerlina will play with the twigs from branches of rosemary and oregano, after I've stripped off the leaves. She and Don Juan also enjoy peacock feathers ($1 at the cheapest pet supply place, sometimes 2 or 3 for $1 at cat shows). And there's also a length of wine-colored grosgrain ribbon, and the string from a pair of pajama pants...

Of course, nothing beats playing with the yarn Mom is using. Especially if it makes her put the needles down and pay attention!

Liz