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|Image:Planter bag.jpg |Thin string is used as strengthening fiber.(Photo by Erilynn Helliwell) | |Image:Planter bag.jpg |Thin string is used as strengthening fiber.(Photo by Erilynn Helliwell) | ||
|1 | | |1 |Gather nine plastic bags of any color along with pieces of string that are approximately the length of the bag. | ||
|Image:Planter cone.jpg |A 6-bag panel is rolled into a cone. (Photo by Kellie Brown) | |Image:Planter cone.jpg |A 6-bag panel is rolled into a cone. (Photo by Kellie Brown) | ||
|2 | | |2 |Using only three bags first lay one bag flat and place pieces of string vertically on the bag an inch to an inch and a half apart. Then place another flattened bag on top of the string. Add another layer of string on top of that bag just like the previous. Lastly, place the third plastic bag on top and iron them all together making a rigid panel. | ||
|File:Planter Step 3.png |Three half - bags cut in half lengthwise make a good braid. (Photo by Kellie Brown) | |File:Planter Step 3.png |Three half - bags cut in half lengthwise make a good braid. (Photo by Kellie Brown) | ||
|3 | | |3 |Create two other panels using the descriptions from the previous steps. Iron these three panels together to create one, solid, rigid panel. | ||
|Image:Planter.jpg |Plants!(Photo by Camille Penny) | |Image:Planter.jpg |Plants!(Photo by Camille Penny) | ||
|4 |Secure the planter to the frame or | |4 |Roll the panel to create a cone shape and iron the edge to seal shut. | ||
|Image:Planter.jpg |Plants!(Photo by Camille Penny) | |||
|5 |To make the planter holders begin by taking three strips of cut plastic bag and braid the strips as tightly as you can. After braiding the desired length crimp the end with an iron to stop the braid from unraveling. | |||
|Image:Planter.jpg |Plants!(Photo by Camille Penny) | |||
|6 |Secure the planter holders to the frame or window panels and place the planters in the holders. | |||
|footer= You may want to weight the bottom of the planters with rock so they do not become top-heavy. | |footer= You may want to weight the bottom of the planters with rock so they do not become top-heavy. | ||
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Revision as of 20:10, 4 December 2011
Building the Poly Pod
These are the component instructions for the assembly and construction of the Poly Pod designed by Team Apple Skins.The solution consists of windows, two awnings, planters, a door, and a canopy. Instructions for each component are below.
How to Build
Before beginning construction on any component of the Poly Pod, we recommend first watching this online tutorial that demonstrates how to iron plastic bags together. This tutorial answers questions regarding iron heat, length of application, number of bags to use, and more.
Windows
Awning Style A
Awning Style B
Planters
Door
Canopy
Maintenance
The level of maintenance required for the Poly Pod varies depending on how rigorously it is used. The windows are the most susceptible component to damage as they are the most fragile. The most likely damage to these panes will be tearing. This can be repaired by ironing patches directly onto the window with the same technique used to create the panes. The door and canopy are less likely to need repair as they are sturdier panels. These panels are repaired in the same way the windows are. Alternately, any component could be replaced entirely or in sections. The awnings are designed to require very little maintenance. In the event of a severe storm the awnings will probably need repair.