Books with author Janet Lee Yates

What could be more fun than watching a cute, fuzzy hamster find its way through a maze? Making the maze yourself! Through this colorful book, readers can do just that, as well as use their creativity to make 10 more awesome, hamster-themed crafts. From a walnut shell toy and climbing wall for a pet hamster to a hamster journal and pom-pom hamster to show one's hamster love, these crafts engage readers through step-by-step instructions and photographs of each step of the craft. Fact boxes give tips for making each craft better and fun information about readers' favorite pet, the hamster.

What? A DIY valet chair that artfully corrals coats, heels, and handbags in a compact 12 square inches? Rubber garage tiles-to-go that bring sexy back to a tired old kitchen floor in one click? A folding herringbone fireplace liner designed à la Popsicle® sticks? Decorate This, Not That! picks up where author Janet Lee's debut book, Decorating in a Nutshell, leaves off, as the quintessential modern, chic, budget-friendly guide to decorating and living posh, portable, and proud in pint-sized spaces. Chock full of inventive, noncommittal space-alluding décor and multifunctional storage ideas that won't hurt walls or windows , Decorate This, Not That! is in a style league of its own. A former Oprah Show producer, Lee has all the tips necessary to create an exceptional environment on a budget of time, space, and finance. She also knows how not to lose control of achieving the perfect small-space environment, and steers readers clear of these pitfalls. Assuming that small spaces will be either vertically or horizontally challenged, Lee has an abundance of plans for how to maximize space, storage, time and budget for every room. Decorate This, Not That! decodes small-space decorating into easy to digest snack-size bites for every petite room in (or out of!) the house, including an outdoor pocket garden. Written in a peppy, clear, encouraging voice with dramatic “before” and “after” photos, and bolstered by sidebars of interactive time, money, and space-saving tips, it is impossible for the decorator not to engage and succeed. One-of-a-kind DIY lighting, storage, and décor projects are clearly illustrated with step-by-step instructions and a materials list. Each project is assigned a ranking based on the amount of prep time and budget needed for completion. A full design resource guide and a list of offbeat décor outlets is included, plus a roundup of small-space tool kit essentials and patterns of one-of-a-kind wall and paint stencils.

Unicorns are popular characters in many fairy tales and myths. With the help of this stimulating book, readers will learn to draw these majestic creatures by using simple shapes and lines that they are already familiar with. Lessons range in difficulty, so artists of all levels can enjoy these fun projects. Accessible step-by-step instructions guide readers in creating manga, cartoon, and more realistic styles of unicorns. Colorful illustrations will motivate young artists to have fun and create their own unique masterpieces.

Not all mermaids look like the ones seen in movies. This stimulating book will show readers how to draw different styles of mermaids, including cartoon and manga, and teach them about the roles mermaids play in mythology. Step-by-step instructions teach young artists to draw these mysterious creatures by using simple lines and shapes, while colorful illustrations help them visualize their final product. Lessons range from simple to more elaborate, so artists of all levels can enjoy the fun projects in this book.

Even though cats are known to be independent, they often still like to play, scratch, and snuggle with their owners. Readers can show how much they love their cat, and cats in general, by enjoying the more than 10 superfun crafts in this book. Felt toys, a cat wand, and catnip blanket are just some of the fun results for kitty, while readers can enjoy making a cat frame and pillow for themselves. Age-appropriate instructions guide readers through each step of the craft as full-color photographs aid them through the toughest parts.

If you ask a dog owner what their dog's favorite toy is, chances are they'll know it right away. Whether they love to catch tennis balls or snuggle a stuffed toy, dogs love to play. In this book, dog owners can find more than 10 dog-related crafts, including a fleece rope toy and stuffed heart for their pup to play with. Age-appropriate steps guide readers through each fun and easy craft, including a dog photo frame and a toy box for their furry friend.

Wicked witches aren't just for Halloween. With the help of this imaginative book, young artists can draw different versions of these spooky and mysterious creatures any time of year. Readers will also learn about the different roles witches play in mythology and folklore. Simple step-by-step instructions help artists create unique drawings of different styles, including manga and cartoon. Accessible lessons range in difficulty so artists of all levels can enjoy what this innovative book has to offer.

If you ask a dog owner what their dog's favorite toy is, chances are they'll know it right away. Whether they love to catch tennis balls or snuggle a stuffed toy, dogs love to play. In this book, dog owners can find more than 10 dog-related crafts, including a fleece rope toy and stuffed heart for their pup to play with. Age-appropriate steps guide readers through each fun and easy craft, including a dog photo frame and a toy box for their furry friend.

For readers looking for a new crafting project, creating with pipe cleaners is a simple, fun introduction to crafting. Readers will learn how to make figures such as dogs, cats, and flowers out of pipe cleaners. They will also learn how to make bracelets, rings, and crowns to wear while playing dress-up. Each project is explained through clear instructions, which are supported with step-by-step color photographs. These colorful pipe cleaner projects are perfect for beginning crafters everywhere!