Pamper your pet while you save money by doing it yourself! This book shows you how to build inexpensive, functional accessories to make your home a pet paradise. DIY Projects for Cats and Dogs presents 20 simple projects that you can make in just a weekend, without any advanced skills or special tools. From a cat tree and a hide-away litter box to bowl stands, leash racks, and a Scandinavian bed platform, these stylish structures will take care of your pet's needs while preserving your interior décor. Built and pet-tested by the authors in their own home, each imaginative creation features step-by-step instructions, materials lists, and inspirational color photographs. Inside DIY Projects for Cats and Dogs Functional yet stylish furniture and accessories to make for your cat or dog. 20 simple DIY projects that anyone can make in one weekend without special skills. Save money by doing it yourself with scrap wood, simple materials, and basic tools. Modern, decorative designs let you show your love for your animals while embellishing your home. Step-by-step instructions, materials lists, and inspirational color photographs. Projects include litter boxes, dog house, bowl stands, bed platforms, travel basket, cat tree, leash rack, bedside table cabin, and more.
Got fur balls? Are your favorite sweaters covered with cat hair? Do you love to make quirky and one-of-a-kind crafting projects? If so, then it’s time to throw away your lint roller and curl up with your kitty! Crafting with Cat Hair shows readers how to transform stray clumps of fur into soft and adorable handicrafts. From kitty tote bags and finger puppets to fluffy cat toys, picture frames, and more, these projects are cat-friendly, eco-friendly, and require no special equipment or training. You can make most of these projects in under an hour—with a little help, of course, from your feline friends!
A stylish guide to interior design offers practical and innovative solutions for pet owners on how to create a home decor for maximum human and animal comfort and offers helpful tips on how to keep one's pet-friendly interiors looking their best. Reprint.
America's leading interior designers show readers how to live in the most stylish way with their adorable dogs, offering an array of inspirational tips for keeping both your home and dogs attractive and chic The most elegant, stylish, and well-appointed house is nothing but a shell without its inhabitants, including the canine kind. Just ask the 22 A-List interior designers who grace the pages of At Home with Dogs and Their Designers who love nothing more than letting their best pals sleep in bed with them, cuddle on the couch, and essentially rule the roost. No room is off limits, no piece of furniture banned, clothing is optional, but their accessories are just as chic as their surroundings. Accidents may happen on vintage rugs, antiques are sometimes mistaken for chew toys, and more than one pair of ruined designer shoes have befallen them, but none would consider living without their loyal and loving best friends among the things they love. With individual chapters exploring each of the dogs' amazing lives as they romp through the stunning interiors and gardens they call home with their humans, this book as much an inspirational design book, even if you don’t live with pets, as it is a resource, packed with clever tips from the interior designers themselves on ways to live with dogs. Teddy, Alex Papachristidis’ Yorkie, uses a miniature vintage chair to hop from the floor to the bed instead of doggie steps while Brooke Gianetti created a custom doggie gate made from antique wooden doors to keep Bebe, Sera, Frasier, and Sophie from getting into trouble while she is away from home. With 6 pups on the loose, Carolyne Roehm always orders extra yardage of fabric to make protective covers and quilts. Mary McDonald happily climbs on the oversized dog bed her 5 Pugs—Jack, Lulu, Boris, Eva, and Violet—share for daily “pug hugs” while Charlotte Moss’ Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Daisy and Buddy, lounge in a cabana out in the Hamptons on summer weekends. All of the featured pooches are interviewed, giving us insight into the luxury of their daily lives from their favorite places to sleep to their guilty pleasures. Complete with a resource guide for your decorative needs as well as pet needs (including adoption and rescue organizations), At Home with Dogs and Their Designers opens the door—from coast to coast, townhouse to beach house—allowing us to peek in and embrace this love letter from these designers to their pets, who are most assuredly family members. FEATURED HUMANS/INTERIOR DESIGNERS: Martyn Lawrence Bullard,Nathan Turner and Eric Hughes, Jeffrey Alan Marks, Mary McDonald, Betsy Burnham, Kelly Wearstler, Schuyler SampertonBrooke Giannetti, Hutton Wilkinson, Windsor Smith, Mark D. Sikes, Jonathan Adler, Steven Gambrel, Katie Ridder, Alex Papachristidis, Robert Couturier, Charlotte Moss, Bunny Williams Carolyne Roehm, Brian J. McCarthy, Michelle Nussbaumer
Welcome to Household Tips - the pro tips that save you time and money!, your essential guide to cultivating a home that embodies functionality, comfort, and style. In this comprehensive manual, we delve into a myriad of topics, offering practical advice and ingenious solutions for every corner of your living space. Whether you're seeking ways to streamline organisation, create child-friendly environments, or infuse your home with budget-friendly decor, this guide is your go-to resource. Each chapter unfolds a wealth of insights, from DIY projects to efficient cleaning hacks, providing a holistic approach to enhancing your living experience. ”Household Tips” is more than a manual; it's a companion on your journey to transform your house into a haven tailored to your lifestyle with more than seventy tips! Get ready to unlock the secrets that turn mundane tasks into joyful rituals, making every aspect of home management a rewarding and fulfilling endeavour. Let the pages of ”Household Tips” be your gateway to a home that not only meets your practical needs but also reflects the unique character of those who dwell within its walls. I hope that you will find the information helpful, useful and profitable. Translator: Owen Jones PUBLISHER: TEKTIME
A compendium of crafting inspiration and instruction from the creators of ABC’s competition series Making It—featuring twenty-five projects. With the all-star duo of Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman leading the way with puns, advice, and good vibes, Making It became the competition series we didn’t know we needed, stealing our hearts and encouraging our most creative ideas. Now the show’s creators are at it again with this in-depth looks at some of the best DIY crafts from the show and inspired by the Makers themselves. Introductions to woodworking, fiber arts, paper crafts, and more will enable you to experiment and customize your own creations at home. And the projects are accessible to all skill levels, so you can get just as crafty as the Makers did. This crafting guide will inspire and energize you to DIY whatever you put your mind to.
Mackenzie always makes it work -- even when the project is a furry fiasco! When Mackenzie Miller’s aunt needs a foster home for one of the dogs at her shelter, Mackenzie jumps at the chance. Buster is so sweet and cuddly, and Mackenzie is sure he’ll cheer up her stressed-out mom. And helping Buster find a forever home? Mackenzie loves a project! Buster is an older dog who acts like a puppy -- which, it turns out, means he’s a lot of work. Mackenzie wants to be the best foster mom ever, but she also has school; and her best friend, Sheera, needs help reconciling with her cousin, Yasmin; and her mom has just gone from overworked to unemployed. And Buster just keeps -- well, busting up Mackenzie’s plans! Can she make it work, like she always does? Or has Mackenzie bitten off more than she can chew?
**Tiny Haven for Furry Friends Your Ultimate Guide to Pet-Friendly Tiny House Living** Discover the world of tiny house living with your pets and transform your compact dwelling into a cozy sanctuary for your furry companions. "Tiny Haven for Furry Friends" is your comprehensive guide to creating a harmonious, pet-friendly environment, no matter how small your living space. Start your journey with Chapter 1, which introduces the essentials of merging minimalist living with the needs of your pets. Learn how to balance pet comfort with efficient use of space and minimalist principles to ensure a happy home for all. Dive into space planning and zoning in Chapter 2. Here, youâll find invaluable tips on assessing space for pet zones, creating multifunctional areas, and ensuring safe traffic flow within your tiny home. Chapter 3 focuses on choosing pet-compatible materials and furniture. From flooring options to easy-to-clean surfaces, make informed decisions that enhance durability and convenience. In Chapter 4, unlock the secrets to customizing built-in features specifically designed for pets. Explore innovative storage solutions, creative nooks, and DIY pet furniture projects. Creating comfortable sleeping areas for your pets is the highlight of Chapter 5. Discover perfect pet beds, elevated sleeping spaces, and cozy hideaways that maximize comfort in minimal space. Chapter 6 dives into designing functional feeding stations with space-saving dishes and organized storage solutions. Ensure your petâs dining area is both practical and stylish. Pet safety is paramount, and Chapter 7 provides essential strategies for securing your tiny home. Learn about child-proofing for pets, safe outdoor access, and prevention of escapes in small spaces. Maintaining cleanliness is crucial in compact living, as detailed in Chapter 8. Efficient cleaning routines and design choices make managing pet hair and odors a breeze. Engage your pets with enrichment activities in Chapter 9. From climbing structures to interactive toys, discover how to keep your pets entertained and mentally stimulated. Outdoor spaces for pets take center stage in Chapter 10, offering solutions for pet patios, portable play areas, and harness training for tiny backyard adventures. Chapters 11 through 18 provide comprehensive guidance on managing multiple pets, grooming, travel, seasonal adaptations, health, building community, eco-friendly practices, and adapting your tiny home over time. "Tiny Haven for Furry Friends" is your key to a serene and functional tiny home, tailor-made for the wellbeing of your beloved pets. Whether you're a seasoned tiny home dweller or just starting out, this guide ensures your home will be a tiny haven for all.
This book aims to help readers live well with their pets, creating a harmonious environment in which both animals and humans are happy. It will walk readers through each area of the home, from the kitchen to the backyard to the bedroom, providing practical advice and helpful how-tos for keeping things neat, pet-friendly, and still chic. A stylish two-color format with black-and-white photos will ensure that the book is easy to use and appealing to the eye.
