What is the maths behind String art?
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Have your child replicate basic geometric shapes in string, like a square, rectangle hexagon, etc. You may use our template for reference.
Ask your child to replicate the shapes in order of the number of sides each shape has using the same string. Start with a triangle and move up to an octagon.
Explore fractions and the division of shapes. Start with a square and ask your child to divide into equal portions using the string. What shapes are created when they divide it? This is also a great opportunity to show them how fractions work. They can visually see ½ of a square 1/4 etc.

Ages 10+
Incorporate more complicated geometric shapes into the string art. Parabolic Curves are a great one to begin with. See our template for curves to replicate.
Create different boards to create more complicated shapes. The more nails you have the more complex the forms can be. A triangular board and cross board can be used to replicate gorgeous curves.
Explore grids. Have your child create square and diagonal grids in the frames. Layer the grids for a cool visual effect.
Be sure to also let kids make free form designs. In fact it’s nearly impossible to resist making some random patterns and designs using string. While you may not be necessarily exploring exact geometry this free form exploration will undoubtedly uncover some amazing linear designs.

Advanced
Adults and high school aged kids can explore radial designs. These make the most beautiful designs but get complicated fast so they are not for the faint of heart!
How to make radial frame:
Step One Tracing a bowl or cup on one of your frames.
Step Two Measure the circumference. You can do this visually by laying a piece of string around the circle, trim it, and then measure the length of string with a ruler. You can also use the formula C = 2 π r Circumference = 2 times π times the radius
Step Three Divide the frame into an odd number of sections to get an odd numer of nail holes You can divide it evenly but your patterns will not quite be centered (I learned this from experience!)
Step Four Use a ruler to roughly mark each length along the circle.
Step Five Add a nail at each mark along the circle.
Step Six Refer to our template for how to create some radial patterns.
NOTE: The radial frame shown below used an even number of nails.

Are you thinking that exploring math with string art can not only be fun but also beautiful? This hands-on lesson is a great way to illustrate the power of STEAM projects. By combining two disciplines Math with Art kids can gain experience creating the basics shapes and even more elaborate geometry in one memorable project
Now it’s time to explore more STEAM ideas! Hop over here and explore additional projects in the STEM A-Z Series.

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Jennifer Carroll says
February 18, 2017 at 2:55 pm
Can you please explain to me how math is used to do string art? What is the formula? I am a little confused on how to tie in the math part.
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Ana Dziengel says
February 22, 2017 at 5:23 am
You can tie it into geometry. For younger children you can use it to help them learn basic shapes by asking them to replicate the shapes using string on the board. For older children it’s a great opportunity to explore patterns ( they have to count and plan the patterns made with the string) and even fractions through a visual display of how a shape can be equally divided. For high school plus you can use it to as a hands on method of exploring complex geometry like parabolic curves.
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Ask your child to replicate the shapes in order of the number of sides each shape has using the same string. Start with a triangle and move up to an octagon.
Explore fractions and the division of shapes. Start with a square and ask your child to divide into equal portions using the string. What shapes are created when they divide it? This is also a great opportunity to show them how fractions work. They can visually see ½ of a square 1/4 etc.

Ages 10+
Incorporate more complicated geometric shapes into the string art. Parabolic Curves are a great one to begin with. See our template for curves to replicate.
Create different boards to create more complicated shapes. The more nails you have the more complex the forms can be. A triangular board and cross board can be used to replicate gorgeous curves.
Explore grids. Have your child create square and diagonal grids in the frames. Layer the grids for a cool visual effect.
Be sure to also let kids make free form designs. In fact it’s nearly impossible to resist making some random patterns and designs using string. While you may not be necessarily exploring exact geometry this free form exploration will undoubtedly uncover some amazing linear designs.

Advanced
Adults and high school aged kids can explore radial designs. These make the most beautiful designs but get complicated fast so they are not for the faint of heart!
How to make radial frame:
Step One Tracing a bowl or cup on one of your frames.
Step Two Measure the circumference. You can do this visually by laying a piece of string around the circle, trim it, and then measure the length of string with a ruler. You can also use the formula C = 2 π r Circumference = 2 times π times the radius
Step Three Divide the frame into an odd number of sections to get an odd numer of nail holes You can divide it evenly but your patterns will not quite be centered (I learned this from experience!)
Step Four Use a ruler to roughly mark each length along the circle.
Step Five Add a nail at each mark along the circle.
Step Six Refer to our template for how to create some radial patterns.
NOTE: The radial frame shown below used an even number of nails.

Are you thinking that exploring math with string art can not only be fun but also beautiful? This hands-on lesson is a great way to illustrate the power of STEAM projects. By combining two disciplines Math with Art kids can gain experience creating the basics shapes and even more elaborate geometry in one memorable project
Now it’s time to explore more STEAM ideas! Hop over here and explore additional projects in the STEM A-Z Series.

Are you passionate about raising creative kids?
Join over 14,890 parents and educators who want connect with kids and nurture their creative process through magical, easy projects you can do TOGETHER.
Send me awesome creative project ideas!

Filed Under: Engineering for Kids
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Jennifer Carroll says
February 18, 2017 at 2:55 pm
Can you please explain to me how math is used to do string art? What is the formula? I am a little confused on how to tie in the math part.
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Ana Dziengel says
February 22, 2017 at 5:23 am
You can tie it into geometry. For younger children you can use it to help them learn basic shapes by asking them to replicate the shapes using string on the board. For older children it’s a great opportunity to explore patterns ( they have to count and plan the patterns made with the string) and even fractions through a visual display of how a shape can be equally divided. For high school plus you can use it to as a hands on method of exploring complex geometry like parabolic curves.
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