DESIGN THINKING FAMILY WORKSHOP: FUNCTIONAL FASHION

​283 N Hubbard St near Suite 102, Hedlund Building, North Idaho College Campus, Coeur d Alene ID

14 May, 2022

Description

Join Gizmo-CDA for a FREE invention workshop for kids ages 8-11 and their families! Clothing is more than just a fashion statement. Do you own any clothes that have a certain purpose or solve a specific problem? Use your imagination to design something new in the maker space during the Design Squad Maker workshop series! In this workshop, you’ll learn steps in the design process while designing and creating clothing that is functional and fashionable. In this workshop, you will: - Learn about the design process - Solve real-world problems - Build a prototype using everyday materials This workshop is recommended for ages eight and older. Visitors should plan to spend up to 90 minutes working on their projects. As part of the workshop, visitors will also use an app that walks families through the steps of the design process, helps document their projects, and provides activities to do at home. It’s not required but if possible, please bring a device for your child to use, such as a smartphone or tablet. We will also have devices available for you to borrow during the workshop. There is no cost to attend this workshop, but we appreciate you signing up in advance so we know how many families to expect. Sign up by clicking the "Register Now" link on the left. There will also be a brief pre- and post-survey.