DIY-AT: Add a Handle

In this assignment you take object(s) without handles, and add a handle! You will complete two builds: one where you add a permanent handle to something (possibly using tape, glue, or hardware), and one where you add a removable handle. You are welcome to focus both builds on the same object, or two different objects. 

You will carefully document your build process, include a final photo of yourself holding each solution, and fill out a reflection document that you will upload to NYU Classes. 

Tutorials / Resources

This week, we draw inspiration from Therese Willkomm’s work in AT solutions in Minutes. She has published her work in two fantastic books, online materials, and videos that demonstrate the potential to easily make custom assistive technology from common objects. 

Deliverables

  • 2 Builds: one object with a permanent handle, and one object with a disposable handle
  • Take at least one photo of you holding each solution you made
  • Assignment template 

Photos of Student Builds (Posted with Permission)

Examples from Fall 2020

Metal key embedded in foam square to add extra support.

Key Holder. Inspiration / Tutorial

 Cardboard and foam handle attached to the side of a toilet seat lid to make it easier to lift. Toilet seat handle made from cardboard and foam.  Used white sock with a tan Polo logo against a blue-grey background. Two teal loops attached to the opening of the sock. One loop is lined with stripes of white tape.

Pull-up sock. 
: My arm holding a gray handle attached to pink metal water bottle above the white table with scissors, tape measure, target bag, mug with a letter K, two vases, remote & living room in the backgroundWater Bottle Handle made from fabric. Black silk ribbon swung around a wooden cupboard door without handles to make it easier to open.Sling Cabinet his is a crochet hot/cold drink carrier with a handle on the side and a removable crochet butterfly on the handle to carry hot/cold drinksCrochet hot/cold drink carrier. Tutorial / Inspiration
small paperback book with handle on the spine made from pipe cleanerBook handle.