A Satisfaction of Movables

$375.00

Immerse yourself in the satisfying construction of pure mechanisms.

Think back to the last time you picked up a movable card. You moved the mechanism back and forth, soothed and satisfied by the movement. You wished there was a collective noun for movable structures. Well, there is! Join me in building A SATISFACTION of movable mechanisms that demonstrate a wide range of possibilities. All you’ll need is a simple set of hand tools and an interest in engaging with paper mechanisms. And to dial up the satisfaction quotient, you’ll bind your collection into a tidy sample book. This virtual workshop will be technical, and very, very… satisfying. All levels are welcome.

Cut your own pieces and enjoy a lower cost at check-out, or purchase a kit of pre-cut pieces as an add-on. If you would like to purchase the kit, be sure to click below and add it to your registration.

Immerse yourself in the satisfying construction of pure mechanisms.

Think back to the last time you picked up a movable card. You moved the mechanism back and forth, soothed and satisfied by the movement. You wished there was a collective noun for movable structures. Well, there is! Join me in building A SATISFACTION of movable mechanisms that demonstrate a wide range of possibilities. All you’ll need is a simple set of hand tools and an interest in engaging with paper mechanisms. And to dial up the satisfaction quotient, you’ll bind your collection into a tidy sample book. This virtual workshop will be technical, and very, very… satisfying. All levels are welcome.

Cut your own pieces and enjoy a lower cost at check-out, or purchase a kit of pre-cut pieces as an add-on. If you would like to purchase the kit, be sure to click below and add it to your registration.

The Kit: A Satisfaction of Movables
The Kit: A Satisfaction of Movables
$75.00

Thursdays, July 24, July 31, August 7, August 14, 6:00-8:00pm CDT (Chicago time)

*Due to shipping, kit costs for international participants will be higher. Email shawnsheehy@gmail.com for an estimate.

Here’s what you’ll need if you are purchasing a kit of pre-cut pieces:

• self-healing mat
• bone folder 
• PVA (or other strong white craft glue)
• 1/4” double-stick tape (3M’s 415 recommended)
• micro spatula 
• tweezers
• ruler
• xacto knife
• awl (optional)
• pencil

Here’s what else you’ll need if you are cutting your own pieces:

• At least 11 sheets of white 8.5″ x 11″ 110 lb index stock

• At least 6 sheets of multi-color 8.5″ x 11″ 80 lb cover stock, or six more sheets of the white index listed above
https://www.12x12cardstock.shop/collections/smooth-cardstock-with-solid-colors?filter.p.m.custom.weight=80%23-85%23&filter.p.m.custom.finish=Smooth
https://www.dickblick.com/search/?q=AC%20Cardstock%20Paper%20Packs

• 24″ of 15-20 gauge unbleached unwaxed linen thread (or other heavy thread)

• low-tack painter’s tape

• 1 sheet 10 3/4″ x 6 1/4″ 140 lb cover stock or similar, any color (you could also use a sheet of 80 lb cover)

• push drill or screw punch (optional)