DIY Paper Tessellations

Dive into the world of symmetry and shape with this beginner-friendly tessellation activity! We’ll guide you through a simple cutting and tracing process that transforms squares of paper into interlocking, puzzle-like patterns—no art or math experience required.

Why This Activity is Perfect for You:

 Designed for All Skill Levels: Great for younger makers or anyone new to cutting and crafting.

 Math in Motion: Learn how shapes repeat and rotate to create eye-catching designs inspired by geometry.

 Art You Can Assemble: Turn your pieces into a larger tessellated masterpiece that’s uniquely yours.

Details:

Registration: While advance registration is not required, it helps us prepare enough materials and allows you to easily add the event to your calendar. If you register, we’ll notify you if the event is canceled.

Open to All: Drop by anytime during activity hours to join in on the fun. Recommended for ages 6 and up and an engaging activity for adults too!

Come play with patterns and leave with your own mesmerizing tessellation art!

Getting Here & What to Expect:
All events take place inside the Craft Lab at Because Science, our retail shop located at 1759 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC (across from the Line Hotel in Adams Morgan).

 Look for the squiggly rainbow mural! Enter Because Science and walk to the back of the store (between the biology and anatomy sections) to find the entrance to the Craft Lab
 Metro: We're a 10-minute walk from the Woodley Park (red line) or Columbia Heights (green line) Metro stations.
 Bus: The 42, 43, and 90/92 buses stop nearby.
 Parking: Street parking is mostly limited to 30 minutes—walking, biking, or ride share is recommended. There is a parking garage located at 2421 18th St NW, about a block away. 

If you’re running late or need help finding us, just call the store at 202-248-1366