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Mrs. Maisonet from Miami, FL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Igniting Creativity: Fusing Art, Fashion, and Education with Natural Fibers!

Help me give my students silk worms, spindles, wool roving, looms, and fabric dye as we explore the art of textiles.

  • $664 goal

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Mrs. Maisonet has another project! Donate to Unlocking the Digital Canvas: Art Supplies for Tomorrow's Creators to help her classroom.

$676 - complete this project and be a hero

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Step into our classroom and become a vital part of an enriching educational odyssey that seamlessly blends art, fashion, and learning. Our students are eagerly poised to explore the captivating realm of natural fibers and fashion, and we're seeking essential materials to make this journey unforgettable. With your support, we'll bring silk worms, spindles, wool roving, looms, and fabric dye into our creative space, fostering a deep understanding of the artistic, scientific, and sartorial dimensions of natural fiber creation.

By contributing to our project, you'll enable us to dive into the mesmerizing life cycle of silk worms—a process as intricate as the most delicate haute couture design.

Witnessing the metamorphosis from caterpillar to silk thread artistically connects students to the wonders of nature's design, much like a designer's vision taking shape on the runway. With spindles in hand, students will not only learn the ancient art of spinning fibers into yarn but also uncover the threads that link tradition and the ever-evolving world of fashion.

Wool roving offers a tactile and visual feast for budding fashionistas, allowing them to feel the textures and colors that inspire clothing collections around the globe. Armed with looms, our students will weave their imaginations into tangible fabric masterpieces, much like the way a designer weaves their creativity into fabric selections for their collections. The addition of fabric dye unveils the world of color theory, inviting students to experiment with shades, hues, and tones, transforming their creations into personalized works of wearable art.

Through this project, we're weaving together subjects like science, history, art, and fashion, creating a tapestry of interdisciplinary learning. Natural fiber arts not only connect us to ancient cultures and craftsmanship but also nurture artistic expression, creativity, and an understanding of the garments we wear.

Mrs. Maisonet Pinecrest Glades Academy Grades 9-12

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Miami, FL View local requests

More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

31 students impacted 8donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Silkworm (Bombyx mori) Farm Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $64.53 3 $193.59
lzndeal Drop Spindle Top Whorl Yarn Spinner for Crocheting Spin Spinning Wheel for Yarn Making Hand Carved Wooden Spindle Tool Gift for Beginners • Amazon Business $13.99 10 $139.90
Bucilla All-In-One Loom Kit • Blick Art Materials $6.99 10 $69.90
Wistyria Editions 100% Wool Roving - Jungle, Pkg of 8 • Blick Art Materials $16.43 4 $65.72
Jacquard Dye-Na-Flow Fabric Color - Set of 8 Colors, 2.25 oz jars • Blick Art Materials $26.26 1 $26.26
Jacquard Silk Scarf - 22" x 22", 8 mm • Blick Art Materials $10.75 1 $10.75

Materials cost

$506.12

Vendor shipping charges

 $20.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$563.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$99.48

Total project goal

$663.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $663.19

7 Donors

-$543.19

Donations toward project cost

-$478.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$64.48

match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$20.00

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 $0.00

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