Making Music Theory Learning Kit

The idea

The Bottle2print Music Theory Learning Kit combines sustainability, creativity and education in one engaging project. Using solar-powered 3D printing, plastic bottles are transformed into reusable learning tools that make music theory fun and accessible for everyone. Each kit includes a magnetic board printed with staves, 3D-printed notes with accidentals and a simple music theory booklet. Children can place, move and arrange notes to build scales, rhythms and chords - turning abstract music concepts into a tactile, hands-on experience. The kit is specially designed for young learners and children with neurodivergent profiles, offering a calm, fun way to understand music. Funding will support material cost, packaging and pilot sessions with local schools in Enfield. Our mission also supports the UN Sustainable Development Goals — promoting quality education, clean energy, responsible production and climate action. Each kit inspires creativity and care for the planet through learning.

What we'll deliver

10+ Kits will be delivered to local schools in Enfield before the new school term starts in 2026

Feedback will be collected from schools at term break in October to improve the kit

Improved more kits will be delivered to schools in a wider area

Why it's a great idea

* Encourages teamwork and collaboration by allowing children to share and create music together using the kit.
* Introduces children to renewable energy concepts through the use of solar-powered production.
* Promotes problem-solving and critical thinking skills as kids experiment with arranging notes and creating melodies.
* Offers a scalable model that can be expanded to other educational contexts, increasing its impact.
* Fosters early interest in STEM fields by demonstrating the innovative use of technology in creative applications.
* Provides a resource that schools can use to enrich their curriculum with interactive and sustainable learning tools.
* Raises awareness about the benefits of recycling and engaging in reducing plastic waste.
* Supports the development of fine motor skills through the manipulation of small 3D-printed components.

Steps to get it done

Finalise kit design and 3D-printing setup till January 2026

Order materials and prepare solar-powered printing till January 2026

Begin 3D-printings of notes in February 2026

Recruit and brief volunteers in March 2026

Assemble initial pilot kits by the end of June 2026

Deliver kits to Schools by the end of July 2026

Collect feedback from schools till November 2026

Share results and updates

Plan next phase for wider rollout

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About

It’s time for a little update. I haven’t achieved the funding I was hoping for—yet—but I haven’t stopped. Instead, I’ve focused on improving production and being more careful with spending. I’ve made some smart adjustments: slightly reducing the size of the notation and boxes, which has significantly improved printing time and reduced costs. I also added two second-hand printers to increase capacity. Most materials are sourced from the UK, with magnets being the only component sourced from abroad. Outreach has been encouraging. I contacted 105 schools, and 5 schools in the Enfield borough responded positively and are willing to trial the kits. These include Ashmole Academy, Hazelwood School, Raglan Infant and Junior School, and West Lea School. In addition, I’ve received kit requests from 3 private schools and started a collaboration with “In Tunes with You” from Lancaster. Production is progressing well. I expect to complete printing by May, followed by painting and magnet assembly. The boxes and staves are already finished. Booklets will likely be printed in June, with delivery planned before July—right on schedule. Thank you for the support so far.