Oh how I can relate to this! I got a kitten as I don't have any family and wanted the companionship after my 18 year old cat had to be put down. He was extremely faithful and loyal and spent all his time with me no matter who else was around.
Well, this new kitten's a whole different story! He...
Maybe use Velcro or something with an opening so that you can restuff the lining of the bag with new crackly stuff/cellophane or whatever, when it's been too hammered?