A useful object with a long life

Think about the task, the care, and the place it will occupy.

A closer look

Think about the task, the care, and the place it will occupy. Look at the task and the materials before choosing the method. Use tools only with suitable instructions and the skills the work requires.

A practical starting point

Try a small, reversible arrangement or sketch. Record the question it answers and what you would change in another attempt.

Keep the observation

Write a brief note about what you noticed, including the setting and what made the detail useful. Return to it later and decide whether it suggests another small step.