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Lilypad in a BoxThis document outlines the Lilypad Project: adopted by 2468, we provide hand-painted wooden attachments for IV poles. Kids sit

on lilypad-shaped seats while their parents walk them down hospital halls, giving kids mobility and putting smiles on their

faces. The guidelines below are to form a framework for success and are to be used as reference.

1. Supplies and Tools You Will Need 2. Method for Creating Lilypads Using the LilyTool3. Pitching For Donations4. Contacting Hospitals5. Painting Sessions

Process to Begin the Lilypad Project

Introduction

1. 3/4 inch thick plywood, we recommend sanded birch wood or any kind of high-quality finished or sanded plywood

2. Sand paper, fine3. Primer, water based (latex house paint in light colors works

well)4. Paints, acrylic5. Paint brushes6. Sealant, water-based polyurethane7. Creativity

Supplies You Will Need

Tools You Will Need1. LilyTool2. Two (2) pencils, sharpened3. Hand drill4. Hole saw, with a 1¾ inch saw bit and a ¼ inch drill bit5. One of: jigsaw, scroll saw, or bandsaw to cut the

perimeter6. Router with a ⅜ inch half-moon bit for the rounding the

edge

The LilyTool provides for a convenient and simple way to transfer the cut pattern for a LilyPad to a sheet of plywood. This document describes how to use the LilyTool in combination with hand tools to make a LilyPad.

A manufacturing file for the LilyTool is available for download at the website of FIRST Robotics Team 2468 at frc2468.org/lilytool. The file is provided for teams who have access to laser cutters and can manufacture their own. The file is distributed as a PDF.Development of the LilyTool was done on our team’s GlowForge laser.Please contact lilypad@frc2468.org to acquire a LilyTool if you are unable to manufacture your own.

1. LilyTool2. Two (2) pencils, sharpened3. Hand drill4. Hole saw, with a 1¾ inch saw bit and a ¼ inch drill bit

Method In the following instructions, the description of most steps are followed by a diagram to illustrate the operation performed with the LilyTool.

1. Acquire a sheet of 3/4 inch thick plywood. Your local Home Depot or Lowes often sells 2x4 foot sizes and may be willing to cut one in half for you. It is easier to start with a board 2x2 feet since it fits on a bandsaw easier when there is less excess on the sides (if you’re going to use a bandsaw).

2. Transfer the pattern to the plywood.a. Place pencil through hole

A and place in a corner of the plywood. Place pencil in hole B and rotate pencil in hole B from one edge of the wood to the other edge of the wood. The pencil in hole B should have drawn a 90-degree arc on the plywood centered in the corner and going from the middle of one edge to the middle of the adjacent edge

(Note: In each picture, the red line indicates the mark being made)

a.b. Place pencil through

hole A and place on the intersection of edge of the plywood and one of the marks made by the pencil in step (2a). Place pencil in hole B and rotate pencil in hole B from one edge of the wood to the other edge of the wood. The pencil in hole B should have drawn a 180-degree arc on the plywood centered in the middle of one edge and going from one corner of the plywood to the other corner on the same side.

a.b.c. Repeat step (2b) for the

other end of the arc created in step (2a). You should have two 180-degree arcs that intersect at the center of the board (if 2x2 feet).

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c.d. Place pencil through hole

A and place on the intersection of the two arcs at the center. Place pencil through hole B and rotate LilyTool 360 degrees. This marks the circumference of the final LilyPad.

e. Using the hand drill and ¼ inch bit, drill a hole through the center mark. Remove the ¼ inch bit and insert through the hole just drilled.

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c. Expose the non-cutting end of the bit up so it doesn’t cut other things. Place the LilyTool on the plywood with the exposed drill bit going through hole C. Holding the LilyTool in place, trace the perimeter with a pencil around the shaded edge of the LilyTool.

a.b.c.d.e.f.

g. Remove the LilyTool from the plywood, flip over, re-insert drill bit through hole C and line up the LilyTool with the pencil marks from step (2f). Holding the LilyTool in place, trace the perimeter with a pencil around the shaded edge of the LilyTool in the opposite direction to step (2f). This completes the pencil marks.

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2.3. Using a jig/scroll/band saw, cut the perimeter of

the LilyPad shape and then cut the neck of the LilyPad.

4. Round the edges with the router, both top and bottom.

5. Sand the LilyPads, both top and bottom.6. Prime the LilyPads with the water-based primer

after removing the dust from sanding.7. Paint the LilyPad with a fun, creative design that

will bring joy to the children.8. Seal the LilyPad with three layers of clear

polyurethane. Allow the paint and each layer of sealant to dry before applying the next layer.

Step One: Make sure that you have all the necessary documents. This can include an official letterhead and a 501(c)(3) document - the companies donating to you want to verify that you’re an official organization and they don’t want to pay taxes on donations.

Step Two: Make a list of needed materials. Here is a list of things you will need to get the project started (excluding tools):

- 3/4'' Baltic Birch plywood (blondewood) in full 4ftx8ft sheets- Polyurethane water based sealant- Wood primer- Acrylic paint (multiple colors)

Step Three: Contact the donating store/organization. If you call them, make sure to follow up with a formal request through email or visit their store in person. If you visit them in person, make sure to have all documents printed and with you, and ask for the store manager or donations manager of the store. If you email them, make sure to send the message with an official letterhead and attach a 501(c)(3) form.

Step Four: Pick up materials. The blondewood sheets are very large, so a large car will probably be needed to pick up the boards. Make sure to write the donator a thank you card (handwritten cards are always nice) after they’ve donated to you, and send them pictures of the Lilypads!

Pitching for Donations

Gary and Carol Knippa

Our Sponsors

Step One: Create a preliminary list of hospitals to contact. To do this, what I’ve usually done is a simple google search for all the hospitals in the area and then put the contact information of all hospitals I find into a spreadsheet. Do whatever works best for you!

Step Two: Contact hospitals. When you call hospitals, you will want to ask for a person that can talk with you about donations. Ask these hospitals if they want to receive Lilypads, and give a brief explanation of what Lilypads are. Sometimes, hospitals may be concerned about safety - explain that the Lilypads are completely sealed and so can easily be sanitized.

Step Three: Delivery. If the hospitals that you contact accept, pack up the Lilypads and bring them over! Be sure to take pictures of the delivery to show your donators.

Contacting Hospitals

Painting Examples:

Anything that children would like and is appropriate.

- Disney

- Marvel

- TV Shows

- Movies

- and more!

Supplies needed for a painting session:

- Sealant (Minwax Gloss Water-based Polyurethane, From

Lowe’s: Item # 662522, Model # 131010000)

- Paintbrushes, large (for backgrounds or large areas) and

small (for detailing)

- Paint (acrylic paint)- Plates and cups to hold paint and water- Large tarps (to cover surfaces such as the floor or a table to

protect from sealant or paint)

Painting Sessions

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Recruiting volunteers: For our Lilypad Project, we have our high school clubs volunteer to paint lilypads.

- The National Honor Society- Student Council- Art class students- Our FRC 2468 team members- Other student volunteers

Other tips:- We like to paint both sides of the lilypad so children have

more choices - We use 3 coats of sealant on top of the paint to make sure it

can withhold chemical cleaners- Before the painting sessions we approve designs to make

sure they are appropriate

Painting Sessions

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