Deliverables¶
GANTT¶
GANTT Timeline: Wig (Crown) Project
Timeline: Late January → Early April (Final Defense)
The project begins in Phase 1 (Late January to Early February) with a focus on research and concept development. During the first two weeks, the foundation is established by defining the central idea, Wigs as Crowns. This phase includes researching natural dyes such as turmeric, onion skins, and black walnut, exploring hair identity and cultural references, and comparing yarn to human hair properties. Creative outputs include a moodboard, initial sketches, and a draft artist statement, resulting in key deliverables such as the moodboard, concept statement, and 5Ws + How framework.
In Phase 2 (Early to Mid-February), the focus shifts to material exploration through biochromes and yarn testing. Natural dye experiments are conducted on cotton and wool fibers while documenting color variations. Yarn manipulation techniques, such as wrapping on rods and testing curl formation, are explored. This phase also introduces documentation of both successes and failures, producing dyed yarn samples, curl prototypes, and material studies.
Phase 3 (Mid to Late February) centers on structure development using digital fabrication. The crown structure is designed as a vector file and translated into physical form through laser cutting. Cardboard prototypes featuring grid and radial patterns are created and tested for scale, strength, and wearability. This phase results in laser-cut prototypes, iteration notes, and process documentation through photos and videos.
In Phase 4 (Late February to Early March), integration begins by combining yarn and structure. Yarn is attached to the laser-cut base using techniques such as knotting, looping, and weaving. Experiments focus on density, placement to mimic hair growth patterns, and overall volume and silhouette. This stage produces the first full crown prototype along with placement studies and reflective notes that begin shaping the aesthetic direction.
Phase 5 (March) emphasizes iteration and refinement. Improvements are made by testing different curl types using various rod sizes, experimenting with fiber combinations, and refining the color palette. Structural enhancements, such as adjusting grid size and reinforcing the base, are also explored. Optional elements like movement through soft structures or servo mechanisms may be introduced. Deliverables include an improved crown prototype, comparative analysis of iterations, and technical documentation.
In Phase 6 (Mid to Late March), the focus is on producing the final prototype. The completed wig (crown) is constructed with attention to stability, aesthetic cohesion, and cultural expression. This phase includes photographing and documenting the final design, resulting in a finished crown, high-quality visuals, and final testing outcomes.
Finally, Phase 7 (Late March to Early April) is dedicated to documentation and defense preparation. All project materials are finalized, including website documentation, process pages, and reflections on failures and iterations. Presentation materials such as slides or a poster are created, and the narrative is refined in preparation for the final defense.
Deliverables:
- Fabricademy website complete
- Presentation slides
- Final reflection
BoM Bill of Materials¶
Materials¶
| Qty | Description | Price | Link | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100% virgin hair black | 38.00 $ | http://amazon.com | pack of 3 |
| 1 | 100% virgin hair blond | 55.00 $ | http://amazon.com | pack of 3 |
| 25 | 100% wool yarn | 7.00 $ | http://michaels.com | |
| 12 | 100% cotton yarn | 5.50 $ | http://hobbylobby.com | |
| 1 | Mannequin Head | 19.00 $ | http://amazon.com | |
| 1 | Dream Catcher Ring | 8.00 $ | http://amazon.com | |
| 1 | Natural Dye Hanbook | 22.55 $ | http://amazon.com | |
| 1 | Black Walnut Hulls | 1.60 $ | http://goodhealthherbs.com | 50oz |
| 1 | Madder Root | 9.50 $ | http://amazon.com | 8oz |
| 1 | 100% Indigo Dye | 13.00 $ | http://amazon.com | 8oz |
| 1 | Turmeric | 4.50 $ | http://amazon.com | 1.8oz |
| 1 | Baking Soda | 2.00 $ | http://amazon.com | |
| 1 | Fructose | 9.00 $ | http://amazon.com | 8oz |
| 1 | Alum | 10.00 $ | http://amazon.com | 8oz |
| 1 | Onion Skins (Yellow) | 1.00 $ | http://amazon.com | 3oz |
| 1 | Onion Skins (Red) | 1.50 $ | http://amazon.com | 2oz |
| 5 | Rods | 3.00 $ | http://amazon.com | pack of 4-7 |
| 1 | Pickling lime | 6.50 $ | http://amazon.com | |
| 1 | Bucket | 3.50 $ | http://lowes.com | |
| 1 | Ferrous Sulfate Powder | 6.00 $ | http://amazon.com | |
| 2 | Aluminum Triformate | 14.25 $ | http://amazon.com | 4oz |
| 1 | Cream of Tartar | 2.50 $ | http://walmart.com | 2.75oz |
| 10 | Wig Caps | 4.00 $ | Beauty Supply Store | |
| 5 | Braided Wig Caps | 10.00 $ | Beauty Supply Store | |
| 1 | Lace Wig Cap | 27.00 $ | http://amazon.com | |
| 3 | Crochet Hooks | 2.00 $ | Beauty Supply Store | |
| 2 | Blue beads | 9.00 $ | Beauty Supply Store | |
| 2 | Red beads | 4.00 $ | Beauty Supply Store | |
| 5 | Bead threader | 2.00 $ | Beauty Supply Store | |
| 5 | Digital head prints | 6.00 $ | http://etsy.com | |
| 1 | Hair dye salon kit tools | 7.00 $ | http://amazon.com |
Final Project Pitch¶
Midterm Evaluation¶
Storytelling¶
Raw
Final
Useful links¶
Slide show¶
Embed your presentation
Story telling script¶
My sketches for the story telling session tell a story about my concept and lead to the final outcome in..
- scene 1 the scene opens with a room full of flowers
- scene 2 we zoom into the lady wearing a plant based dress
- scene 3 she comes out from behind the plants
- scene 4 ... whats next?
A good exaple of story telling sketches are from ...Florencia Moyano https://class.textile-academy.org/2022/florencia-moyano/finalproject/prefinal03/
FABRICATION FILES¶
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This model 1 was obtained by.. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua.
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footnote fabrication files
Fabrication files are a necessary element for evaluation. You can add the fabrication files at the bottom of the page and simply link them as a footnote. This was your work stays organised and files will be all together at the bottom of the page. Footnotes are created using [ ^ 1 ] (without spaces, and referenced as you see at the last chapter of this page) You can reference the fabrication files to multiple places on your page as you see for footnote nr. 2 also present in the Gallery.
Code Example¶
Use the three backticks to separate code.
// the setup function runs once when you press reset or power the board
void setup() {
// initialize digital pin LED_BUILTIN as an output.
pinMode(LED_BUILTIN, OUTPUT);
}
// the loop function runs over and over again forever
void loop() {
digitalWrite(LED_BUILTIN, HIGH); // turn the LED on (HIGH is the voltage level)
delay(1000); // wait for a second
digitalWrite(LED_BUILTIN, LOW); // turn the LED off by making the voltage LOW
delay(1000); // wait for a second
}
How-Tos & Tutorials¶
Upload templates or tutorials you created for your personal project, it can also be links to instructables when the project is educational, protocols when working with growing materials and so on..