AT: Hardware

We made a seat wedge by measuring our pieces of cardboard, cutting them, scoring them, and folding them together. By using hot glue, tapes, and pegs, our sides were able to maintain stability and hold together. To seal all ends, we used tape to cover areas where water could get in. Seat wedges can help raise a person in a chair, as well as provide stability. 

For the rocking perch, I cut out two side pieces, glued them together, and cut them in half. Then I cut the bottom at an angle and rounded the top using a paper plate as a template. The top rounded area is what allows a patient to rock back and forth. To assemble the rocking perch, I cut a main piece. For extra stability, I added pegs into the sides, and single-wall cardboard. Finally, I sealed all edges with tape to ensure no water could enter. 

The footrest was a multi-day project, each utilizing something different. On the first day, I built the footrest. I cut side pieces while focusing on the direction of the grain, bottom and top pieces, as well as internal support pieces. For reinforcement, I added pegs and tape. Then, I sealed the edges with tape and applied primer to all but one side. Next class, I added primer to the side that did not have any, and painted all but one side white. At the third class, I covered the unpainted side with white paint, and applied polyurethane to all but one side. At the fourth and final week, I applied polyurethane to the uncovered side. The polyurthane shines and hardens the exterior. 

I made a reading perch but cutting out cardboard for all the sites, the base, and the perch itself. To hold everything together, I used white glue and nails. The nails help ensure stability while using the perch. To seal all edges to prevent water from getting in, I used tape. 

I made a tippy stool by cutting out pieces, curving them, and cutting out slits so they could slide together. After putting them together, some had spaces between them so I put cardboard in them to fill the gaps. I also cut a top piece and rounded the edges, providing a seat. Finally, I sealed all edges with water.