Black Cat Window Silhouettes from Cardstock

A few matte black cat silhouettes make a clear Halloween window display without filling the glass with stickers. This version uses a folded-paper template for a balanced shape and removable adhesive dots that can be taken down after the season. One larger cat with two smaller companions gives the window movement while leaving plenty of daylight visible.

Plan the size and shape

Measure the usable part of the window and sketch a simple sitting cat on folded scrap paper. Keep the ears broad, the body connected, and the tail thick enough that it will not tear. A silhouette around 6–8 inches tall works for many windows; make a smaller test first and hold it against the glass to check the scale.

If you are unsure about the outline, draw one side of the cat against the fold, cut it out, and open the template. The folded method gives you a matching silhouette on both sides and makes it easy to create several cats from the same pattern.

Cut and attach the silhouettes

Trace the template onto matte black cardstock and cut slowly with small scissors. Turn the paper as you work around curves rather than twisting the scissors. Before attaching, clean the inside glass and let it dry. Use removable adhesive dots designed for windows, and place them on the body where they will be hidden from a normal viewing angle.

Arrange for a crisp display

Place the largest cat lower in the window and the smaller ones at different heights. Step back from both inside and outside to check the balance. Leave clear space around the ears, tail, and paws so the silhouettes read immediately. At the end of the season, peel off the adhesive slowly and store the cardstock flat between clean sheets.

Always test removable adhesive on a small inconspicuous area first, especially on older, tinted, or treated glass. Do not use blades or scrapers on the window; lift residue with the adhesive maker’s recommended method.