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Clothespin Characters Resources

For the K-12 Maker Project Tutorial webinar held April 27th, 2022.
Project Files
  • Tinkercad Starter Project
Other Resources
  • Webinar Slides
  • 3D printed articulated characters video tutorial
Materials
  • Clothespins (wood with hinge) 3 ¼ “ long, 4” long
  • Structural craft materials, such as:
    • 1/16” thin foam sheets, 
    • rigid insulation foam, 
    • soft wood
    • Popsicle sticks and craft sticks (wider)
  • Thin strong solid wire - 26 gauge floral wire  
  • Decorative craft materials
Tools
  • Wire cutters
  • Needle nose pliers 
  • Hot glue and/or wood glue
​Optional Materials
  • 3D Printer filament
  • LEDs
  • Soft thin hook-up wire 28 awg
  • Coin cell batteries (3V, like CR2032)

Optional Tools
  • 3D printer
  • 3D modeling app
  • Soldering and wiring tools  

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  • Home
    • Getting Started >
      • What is Making?
      • Types of Makerspaces
      • Goals
    • About Us
    • Contact
  • Teacher PD
    • Maker Project Workshops
    • Webinars
    • Master Making in the Classroom
    • Maker PD Packages
    • Invention Ed
    • Workshop Materials
  • Create Projects
    • Project Tutorials
    • Maker Methodology
    • Idea Gallery
    • K-12 Maker Instructables
    • Special Programs >
      • Aprendo Creando >
        • Presentaciones
      • FullSTEAM
    • DIY Pinball
  • Run a Makerspace
    • Design Guide
    • Facilities and Storage
    • Maker tools
    • Training and Supervision
    • Staff, Hours and Scheduling
    • Events and Growth
  • Maker Tools
    • Shop Tools and Materials
    • Electronics
    • Physical Computing
    • 2D Design Software
    • Vinyl/Craft Cutters
    • Laser Cutting
    • 3D Design Tools
    • 3D Printing
    • Photo and Video
    • Sewing
  • Articles and Books