Collapsible Organizer

Level: Advanced

Advanced projects can typically be completed with 2-5 tools. Assembly can be completed in 60 - 90 minutes, and we recommend 60 - 90 minutes for planning and personalization. This project is appropriate for students in grades 5 and above.

Objective: Build a DIY collapsible organizer

Students will use basic woodworking and joinery skills to build their very own DIY collapsible organizer. Along the way, they’ll practice hands-on skills such as aligning pieces, securing hardware, and ensuring parts fold and collapse correctly. Students will also have the chance to get creative by decorating and personalizing their organizers—making them a practical and unique addition for school supplies, craft materials, or bedroom storage.

Instructors then have an opportunity to reinforce learnings by prompting questions such as:

• What makes this organizer “collapsible”?

• What did you learn about joining and assembling parts together?

• How will you use your collapsible organizer at home or school?

Supplies & Materials

The following supplies & materials are included with each project class set:

• Wood parts for assembly

• Insert nuts

• Finish nails

• Flathead machine screws

• Lock nuts

• Wood glue & rag for cleaning

• Sandpaper

• Safety glasses

• Pencils

• Notebooks for planning

Art supplies, a hammer, Phillips head screwdriver, screwdriver handle, adapter bit, ⅜ socket, and 5mm Allen key bit (5H) are not included but can be provided upon request. A hammer, Phillips head screwdriver, screwdriver handle, adapter bit, ⅜ socket, and 5mm Allen key bit (5H) are not included but can be provided upon request are included in our standard toolset.