Fun Projects for You and the Kids - Softcover

David Stiles

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1599211890 ISBN 13: 9781599211893

Publisher: The Lyons Press, 2007

Synopsis

The next time your child asks you to build her a dollhouse or a den, don't panic and make excuses, turn to this fun, project-filled compendium instead."Fun Projects for You and Your Kids" starts with a straightforward discussion of the most common tools and materials you will come across, and then launches into simple designs for building just about anything a kid or parent might dream up. Included are ideas for tree houses, a tepee made of branches and canvas, swings and rowboats, and even a spaceship. There are also plans for indoor projects such clay and plasitcine castles, toy bins, and train sets.

About this title

About the Author

David Stiles is an industrial designer who makes regular television and radio appearances, and has been making things with his kids for years.

From the Back Cover

The next time your child asks you to build her a lemonade stand or dollhouse, don't blink and swallow. Turn to Fun Projects for You and the Kids, instead.David Stiles starts with a straightforward discussion of tools and materials, including a guide to joints, and then launches into simple designs for building just about anything a kid or parent might dream up. There are ideas for clubhouses and a tepee made of branches and canvas, for toy cannons and Huck Finn-style rafts, and for swings and rowboats. There are also plans for indoor projects like piñatas, clay castles, toy bins, trains, and even a scooter and spaceship. David Stiles, the king of do-it-yourself projects, is like an ultra-handy neighbor to help you get the job done quickly and easily.

Edition details

• Publisher: The Lyons Press
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1599211890
• ISBN 13: 9781599211893
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 96
• Editor: David Stiles