Ideas
The Project Brief That Fits on One Page
A one-page project brief clarifies purpose, audience, limits and the next decision, helping a small creative project…
The reading room
All pieces
Browse ideas on planning, materials, methods, collaboration and presenting creative work. Each piece begins with a distinct question about how a project can take shape.
Materials
Borrow, Salvage or Buy: Choosing Materials for a Small Make
Choose materials for a small make by weighing available supplies, salvage and new purchases, so you can meet the…
Methods
From Sketchbook Margins to the Pocket Notebook
Pocket notebook creative ideas stay useful when quick sketches and scraps of thought remain an informal record…
Methods
The Prototype Does Not Need to Look Finished
A rough prototype helps you test one design question at a time, spot useful changes early and avoid polishing features…
Showcase
A Small Table Display for Sharing a Personal Project
A small table display for a personal project helps visitors understand what you made, why it matters and where to look…