by sirvineperry@att.net | Oct 15, 2014 | adaptive technique, Blind, How To/DIY, Labeling, notion/tool, Resource, Special education resource, teaching resource, vision loss
Question: How can you make laundry machines tactile for use by a visually impaired individual? To use laundry machines independently for pre-shrinking fabric, the machines should be marked with tactile labels indicating cycle, load size and temperature dials/settings.... 
by sirvineperry@att.net | Oct 8, 2014 | adaptive technique, Blind, Braided Rugs, How To/DIY, Knitting, Needle Arts, notion/tool, Resource, Sewing, Special education resource, teaching resource, vision loss
It is always fun to discover a new resource to help with a Needle Arts project. If my students don’t want to cut their own strips of cotton knit jersey used in knitting, crochet or braiding, this material is available out of organic cotton in about 52 color choices... 
by sirvineperry@att.net | Oct 2, 2014 | adaptive technique, Blind, How To/DIY, Labeling, Needle Arts, notion/tool, Resource, Sewing, Special education resource, teaching resource, vision loss
Question: How does a Visually Impaired or Blind person use a yardstick if they cannot read the markings on the tool? Some measuring tools are adapted with tactile markings or audible feedback. No matter which needle art form you enjoy doing there is at least one...