You know how bohemian wall hangings are all the craze? Well, if not, let me catch you up with this Pinterest board of samples: Figment Wall Hanging Inspiration There are so many different styles and techniques you can use to make wall hangings. Depending on your skill level, you can […]
Nature Art
Figment’s Large Interactive Weaving Dome- teach kids about weaving
Working big is so impactful on kids. This weekend we went big and made a geometric weaving loom at the Austin Maker Faire for the kids to add to. It was a great introduction to weaving. They created a shaded “cave” for them to play in and on. I overheard […]
Kid’s Faux Stained Glass Greenhouses- Earth Day and Beyond
Have you checked out IKEA’s Vinduruva green houses? They are awesome! We have made fairy houses and Three Little Pig “glass” houses using them. This week I got together with a Girl Scout troop and we worked on a project to help get their outdoor art badge. They made […]
STEAM Ahead- Nature Raft Craft
This nature raft craft came about through trial and error, born like most of the projects we do around here. When you’re working in a maker space / STEAM lab, you’re constantly examining, questioning, and then tweaking your designs. Something may start out as one thing, but then it evolves […]