• A Seasons Gone By design by Christopher James

A low growl? A startled hiss? Or just a Halloween cat caught mid-pounce? The Vintage Orange Eyed Scaredy Cat Hanger, designed by Christopher James for Seasons Gone By, brings a bold and eerie vibe straight from 1928 Beistle imagery to your Halloween decor.

At 21 inches, this fierce feline looks like it just crossed someone’s path on a moonlit street. Bright orange eyes glow with mischief, a wide grin reveals pointed teeth, and every hair on its body seems on edge. The arched back, splayed legs, and high tail suggest that something has given this cat a real fright, or perhaps it’s the one doing the scaring.

Applied to a plywood base with a gloss finish, this reproduction stays true to the spirit of the original Beistle art. Riveted joints on the legs and tail give the illusion of movement, though they remain fixed in place, adding a mechanical edge to the design. The edges are cut with pinking shears, giving them a jagged texture that heightens the sense of tension in the piece.

This cat isn’t here to lounge. It’s made to stand guard or greet guests with a sly warning as they enter your space. Hang it on your front door to greet trick-or-treaters or above your mantel for a bold statement piece that ties your Halloween theme together.

The Beistle Company’s legacy of iconic Halloween prints began in 1900, and designs like this remind us why they’ve remained beloved for generations. Whether part of a larger collection or standing solo, this wide-eyed Scaredy Cat hanger delivers instant October atmosphere, and might just keep a few ghosts at bay while it’s at it.

Item #: SGBBHD68