Kite Plans
Make your own kite!
Documents
Vol033 Ginga Template
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Kite template for Christophe Tournay's Ginga kite, as described on page 28 of Kiting, Spring, 2011
Trid.pdf
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Tiki Time Two
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This kite is a delta variant based on Helen Bushnell's plan published in "Make Mine Fly." It was originally taught as a workshop kite for the Midwest Area Kitemakers Retreat in 2007.
A great platform for face graphics,it will fly in up to 20 mph winds.
A great platform for face graphics,it will fly in up to 20 mph winds.
Spinning bol
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Plans for a bol by Mike Dallmer, originally presented to the South Jersey Kite Club
Sled kite
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The classic workshop kite. Easily constructed from plastic bags and wood dowels, a sled kite is a tried & true winner for all ages.
PAWS.pdf
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Japanese Edo kite, simple
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A simple Japanese style Edo kite. Students 4th grade or older will be able to complete this project.
Soak the spars in hot water before bending. If doing an entire class, make a simple jig to help pre-bend the spars.
Soak the spars in hot water before bending. If doing an entire class, make a simple jig to help pre-bend the spars.
Eddy Kite
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A simple Eddy (diamond) kite that is constructed from easily available materials. Find more plans like this in the publication, Kites in the Classroom.
Circoflex by Mike Dallmer
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Presented with directions for mylar, it can easily be modified to use ripstop.
Bbox.pdf
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