That is just too funny. I don't have cats, but have a
Great Dane and a Rottie. I have put a sewing machine up in my bedroom so I can do some sewing while watching TV. My main sewing is in the basement sewing studio, and the dogs don't go to the basement. When I sew in the bedroom, the Dane comes over and puts her head in my lap to tell me she doesn't want me sewing. If I don't respond, then she will nudge my elbow. If I still don't respond she will start barking at me nonstop till I pay attention to her. She likes to be the center of attention and won't take no for an answer.