Need a boost of creative energy? Miss doing things by hand? In this workshop, we will use some of the basics of Design Thinking to create a piece of jewelry out of everyday items in your home. Think Project Runway “unconventional challenge.”

This will be an exercise in stretching your creative muscles and learning to look at materials from a new perspective. You will leave the workshop with a renewed appreciation for making a prototype by hand.

What to bring
Have some scissors, paper, and tape handy — feel free to bring some extra things from the junk drawer or recycling bin as well if you like!

About your Host
Nina Dinoff is an NYC based digital innovation strategist, product design leader, metalsmith, and artist. She works with startups and corporate product teams to facilitate Design Thinking workshops and shape innovative product solutions. Nina also instigated a viral ring-making project called “Ring a Day,” which culminated in over 15,000 daily rings made by 443 artists around the world, a gallery show at the Society of North American Goldsmiths conference, a book published by Lark Books, and 3 very permanent tattoos.