Progress

I finished my model and tried a different technique for attaching the fan. For the final pyramid design I used Velcro to attach the fan. For this new model I used more detailed sewing and taping. Unfortunately this new technique didnt work as effectively as the velco for the pyramid. My model didnt inflate properly and Im hoping this week, when I go back and attach the velcro to model that it will inflate like I was hoping. Otherwise, I will have to re-think my second design.

images of model:

I also had to figure out how much fabric I needed from the online fabric store

math:

I was FINALLY able to reach Jean from the online fabric store who has previously given me a discount for fabric. I purchased ten yards of this nylon rip stop. I plan to screen print onto this fabric using textile paints and a design that I created in adobe illustrator.

Next week:

-fix model with velcro

-come up with illustrator print for photo screen

-hopefully receive nylon rip stop

-text fabric paint on nylon

-alter design if needed

Logged Hours:

Tuesday January 17th: figure out math for how much fabric I will need. Try calling online fabric store. Contemplate various ideas for screen print designs (8:30-11:30 am & 2:30-5 pm) 5.5 hours

Wednesday January 18th: Try calling online fabric store again to reach Jean, continue to construct model (10 am -1:30 pm) 3.5 hours

Thursday January 19th: Try calling online fabric store again to reach Jean, continue to construct model, contemplate "confetti" idea and possibly laser cutting snowflake shapes, joanne fabrics for model materials (8:30-11:30 am & 3-6 pm) 6 hours

Friday January 20th: Successfully contact jean from online fabric store to purchase nylon material and finish creating model (11am- 2:30 pm) 3.5 hours

TOTAL: 18.5 hours