What's a MAKERSPACE Picture a place buzzing with creative activity All around you people are cutting coloring and gluing amazing paper art creations Every supply you can dream of is within reach This is a makerspace It is an area where people come together to create all kinds of cool stuff Makers share sparks of creativity They love to learn something new They work together to design and create amazing 3 D paper projects Are you ready to become a maker
FUN WITH PAPER POP UP ART What's the most important part of a makerspace Supplies of course Imagination is also important Let the materials in your makerspace provide inspiration for your paper pop up projects Find ways to make your projects your own Some projects will call for certain materials Don't worry if your makerspace doesn't have all of these materials Use your imagination to find the perfect substitution for any missing supplies
PAPER POP UP ART TIPS Sharing is an important aspect of a makerspace Makers share workspaces materials and ideas Being surrounded by other makers is great for creativity But it also means a lot of projects may be happening at once Here are some tips for successful makerspace projects HAVE A PLAN Read through a project before beginning Research any terms you may not know Make sure you have everything you need for the project ASK FOR PERMISSION Get permission from an adult to use the space tools and supplies BE RESPECTFUL Before taking a tool or material make sure another maker isn't using it KEEP YOUR SPACE CLEAN Paper scraps can quickly clutter up a makerspace Clean up as you go and store supplies in boxes and bins when you aren't using them EXPECT MISTAKES BE CREATIVE Being a maker isn't about creating something perfect Have fun as you work 1
