First, I cut hundreds of "looms" in a variety of colors. Now I know that this paper is not technically a "loom", but I want my students to begin thinking about it as the frame that holds the weaving together. To cut these looms, I stack 4 sheets of 10" x 12" paper and fold them in half (like you would if you were making a book). I use a ruler to make a line 1" down from the open edge of the stack. Then I take the paper to the paper cutter and cut each stack 9 times (1" apart), cutting through the folded end and stopping at the ruler line. You might be thinking "Why 10"x12"? That seems wasteful when paper comes in 12"x18" sheets!" Well, I take the leftovers and slice them all into 1" strips that become the weft for the weaving. There is less waste on those 12" long strips when they are weaving the width of 10" as opposed to 9". Lastly, when students complete their first step of weaving, they then get to use "fancy scissors" where they cut extra strips in half vertically and slide them into their weaving either vertically or horizontally (or both!)
First graders started the year by designing buildings with basic shapes. I brought in Duplos and Legos for the students to dip in black paint and print on white paper. After the building was complete (and dry), students used crayons to add color and details. We then read the story "Iggy Peck, Architect" to learn more about what an architect is. After the lego printmaking project, students learned how to weave with strips of paper. I showed my friend some pictures of this project and she was totally confused by how it all came together, so I think I will share.
First, I cut hundreds of "looms" in a variety of colors. Now I know that this paper is not technically a "loom", but I want my students to begin thinking about it as the frame that holds the weaving together. To cut these looms, I stack 4 sheets of 10" x 12" paper and fold them in half (like you would if you were making a book). I use a ruler to make a line 1" down from the open edge of the stack. Then I take the paper to the paper cutter and cut each stack 9 times (1" apart), cutting through the folded end and stopping at the ruler line. You might be thinking "Why 10"x12"? That seems wasteful when paper comes in 12"x18" sheets!" Well, I take the leftovers and slice them all into 1" strips that become the weft for the weaving. There is less waste on those 12" long strips when they are weaving the width of 10" as opposed to 9". Lastly, when students complete their first step of weaving, they then get to use "fancy scissors" where they cut extra strips in half vertically and slide them into their weaving either vertically or horizontally (or both!)
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AuthorI am a K - 5th grade art teacher at Wilson Creek Elementary and Anna McDonald School in Manhattan, IL. I am also a mother of two little girls (who share my love of art)! Archives
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