Introduction: Organizational Case W/Dividers

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With the power of lasers, you can turn pretty much anything into an organizational case.  It's ridiculous!  Ridiculously awesome.

Simply put, this is the process:

• Measure your case
• Design inserts
• Laser cut inserts
• Insert & enjoy ultimate organization!



LET'S DO DIS!

Here's what you'll need...

Step 1: Tools & Materials

Materials
Acrylic
Little box or tin

Tools
Caliper or Ruler
Laser Cutter

Step 2: Measure Your Container

Using a ruler or calipers, measure the length, height, and width of your container/case.  If it's not exact, no prob - you can always tweak your inserts later...

Step 3: Design Your Files

Using Adobe Illustrator, create the file.  I want my container to be divided into 6 compartments, so I'm creating 2 vertical dividers, & 1 longer horizontal divider.  

Create tabs in the middle of the divider that are as thick as your material.  This is where they will snap into each other. Wheee!

Step 4: Laser Magic

Send the laser your magical files, & let the laser cutter do your bidding.  (rubbing hands together + maniacal laughter is totally optional).

I made this at TechShop, where genius reigns. (not chaos, that's Lars Von Trier's thing)

Step 5: Peel Off Any Protective Sheeting

If it's got it, peel off the protective layers from your acrylic.  Lookie lookie!  Ooo ahhh, so laser, so wow!

Step 6: Insert Horizontal Divider

Insert the horizontal divider, like the image.  I like to put this one in first...it makes it easier than trying to wrassle two pieces at once...

You can also see if the dividers fit to your liking, & play with your files to try to get a more snug or more loose fit.

Step 7: Insert Other Dividers...& Admire!

Oooh, la la!  Que bella! Now you have your own DIY organizational case.  Put whatever you want inside! Here are some ideas:

  • Vitamins (for the health-conscious)
  • Pet rocks (for the lonely)
  • Lilliputian bones (if you are Gulliver, or a goth)
  • Sour Patch kids, organized by color (for the OCD)
Voila!  Enjoy!  TTYL!

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-M-