
Sorry I'm Late, My Cat Was Sitting On Me Tee
Fit Type*Unisex
Style*T-Shirt
Color*Black
Size*2XL
✅ In stock, ready to ship
🚚Arrives by Nov 6 – Nov 11 if you order today. Hooray!
- 🚚 Free US shipping on orders over $50
- 🇺🇸 Printed in the USA — made to order just for you
- 👕 Premium cotton — pre-shrunk, buttery soft
- ↩️ 30-day returns — no questions, no drama
About this tee
The "Sorry I'm Late, My Cat Was Sitting On Me Tee" is a funny cat shirt for cat owners. It is a sorry i'm late my cat was sitting on me shirt with a cozy twist. It stars a big orange cat on a sofa. The excuse is real. The cat is the boss. Made for cat lovers.
What Does the Design Look Like?
A big orange cat sits front and center. It rests on a person lying on a sofa. Only the person's legs peek out. The cat looks very pleased with itself. The headline reads SORRY I'M LATE in warm cream letters. Below it, MY CAT WAS SITTING ON ME answers in bright gold. A small line at the bottom reads CAN'T MOVE. CAT LAW. The style is a cozy flat illustration. Soft shapes, warm colors, and a cat that owns the couch. The print spans most of the chest. It feels soft, not plasticky. The back is blank and clean.
Why Is This Cat Excuse So Popular?
This caption is a classic cat-owner joke. It has circulated online since 2018. The Etsy listing that inspired this design is a bestseller with 13,100+ reviews. Cat owners share the joke every day. They post photos of cats on laptops. They post photos of cats on laps. They post photos of cats on clean laundry. The rule is simple. Once the cat sits, you do not move. Work can wait. Dinner can wait. The cat cannot wait. This shirt turns that rule into a punchline. It works for a cat mom gift. It works for a cat dad gift. It works for a birthday. The joke lands in one second. Every cat owner gets it.
What Sizes and Colors Are Available?
You get 5 colors and 7 sizes. The colors are Black, White, Navy, Forest, and Red. Sizes run XS through 3XL. The fit is unisex and true to size. Most buyers order their normal size. Want a relaxed, oversized look? Go one size up. A size M measures 19 inches across the chest. It runs 28 inches long. The fabric is 100% ring-spun cotton. It weighs 153 GSM. That is a classic lightweight tee. Soft from the first wear. The blank is pre-shrunk. It keeps its shape wash after wash. The crew neckline holds its form.
| Detail | Spec |
|---|---|
| Price | $24.99. |
| Colors | 5 colors: Black, White, Navy, Forest, Red. |
| Sizes | XS–3XL. Unisex. True to size. |
| Fabric | 100% ring-spun cotton. 153 GSM. Pre-shrunk. |
| Soft-hand print. Big chest coverage. Centered. | |
| Design | Original flat art. Orange cat on sofa. SORRY I'M LATE headline. CAT LAW tagline. |
| Turnaround | Printed in 1–2 business days. US delivery in 3–5 days. |
| Shipping | Free US shipping on orders over $50. |
| Returns | 30 days. No questions asked. |
Is This a Good Gift for a Cat Owner?
Yes. It is one of the best cat lover gifts this year. It fits cat moms. It fits cat dads. It fits anyone with a cat on their lap right now. Pair it with the Zoned Out Cat Tee for a cat duo. One says SORRY I'M LATE. The other says ZONED OUT. Both celebrate the same furry boss. Cat owners will laugh in one second. They will wear it while the cat naps on them. Order two and save on shipping.
How Should You Wash It?
Wash it inside out in cold water. Use a gentle cycle. Skip the bleach. Tumble dry on low or hang dry. The 100% cotton softens with every wash. The print stays bright for years. Do not iron directly on the design. Flip it inside out first. These steps keep your tee ready for the next cat nap.
What Should You Pair It With?
This tee is a full joke on its own. Add jeans and sneakers for a casual look. Layer it under an open cardigan for chilly days. Pair it with the Corgi Mom Tee for a pet-lover set. Grab the Born Retired Tee for a second viral design. The cat is not moving. Neither are you. Wear the excuse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the cat tee true to size? Yes. The unisex fit runs true to size. Order your normal size for a classic fit. Size up once for an oversized streetwear look. The size chart lists exact chest and length measurements.
How fast will my order arrive? Printing takes 1–2 business days. US shipping adds 3–5 days. Most orders arrive in 4–7 days total. Order early for birthdays and holiday gift deadlines.
Is the design printed on the front only? Yes. The full design sits centered on the chest. The back is blank. The print uses a soft-hand method. It will not crack or peel.
Is the cat caption trademarked? No. The caption is a generic joke. It has circulated online since 2018. It belongs to no brand. The artwork is 100% original. No stock art is used.
📦 Shipping & delivery
Orders print in 1–2 business days, then ship from our US print partners. Standard delivery takes 3–5 business days. Shipping: $4.99 for 1 item, $2.99 for the first item + $1.99 each additional for 2–4 items, FREE on orders over $50.
↩️ Returns & exchanges
Changed your mind? You have 30 days from delivery for a full refund or exchange — as long as the item is unworn and unwashed. Exchanges for a different size are always free.
👕 Fabric & care
100% premium ring-spun cotton (heather colors are a cotton/poly blend), pre-shrunk and side-seamed. Machine wash cold, inside out. Tumble dry low. The joke is permanent; the softness just keeps improving.
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Total for 4 items: $99.96
❓ Questions & answers
How does the sizing run?
True to size with a classic unisex fit. If you like a roomier feel, size up. Between sizes? Go with the larger one — our customers say the compliments come in all sizes.
What fabric is it made of?
100% premium ring-spun cotton (heather colors are a soft cotton/poly blend). Pre-shrunk, side-seamed, and buttery soft from the first wear.
How long until my order ships?
We print to order in 1–2 business days, then ship from our US print partners. Standard delivery takes 3–5 business days after that. Free US shipping on orders over $50 ($4.99 for 1 item; $2.99 + $1.99 per extra for 2-4 items).
What if it doesn’t fit or I don’t love it?
30-day no-questions returns. Unworn and unwashed gets you a full refund, and size exchanges are always free.
Will the print crack or fade?
Nope. We use high-quality direct-to-garment printing that sinks into the fabric. Machine wash cold inside-out and it stays crisp wash after wash.
Is this design original to Quirktee?
Yes — every Quirktee design is drawn in-house and trademark-checked before printing. You won’t find it on a bargain rack.




