How to Make 3D Glasses

Make 3D Glasses At Home!

During the Superbowl we saw the newest technology coming to TV - 3D!!! However in order to watch the new 3D commercials and TV shows that are starting to show up on TV you need your own set of 3D glasses. Learn how to make them in this article and you will be ready to experience TV in a whole new way.

Things You'll Need

• poster board OR a cheap pair of sunglasses
• regular paper
• a blue and red sharpie and plastic wrap OR red and blue acetate paper

Instructions

1. 

   If you are going to make the version made of poster board and paper, you first need to download the template for the glasses from http://stereo.gsfc.nasa.gov/img/glasses.pdf.

2. 

   Print out the template onto regular paper and then trace the pattern onto the poster board. Cut out the pattern of the glasses, including cutting out the holes for the eyes.

3. 

   Use the sunglasses as a guide and cut out two pieces of plastic wrap that will end up being your lenses. If you are using the acetate paper, cut out one piece of blue acetate paper and one of red. If you are using regular plastic wrap, once you cut the plastic wrap color one piece red and the other blue using your sharpies. Make sure the colors are truly blue and red or the 3D will not work as well.

4. 

   Tape the plastic wrap to the cardboard frame you have cut out and then tape together the front of the glasses with the side.

5. 

   If you want to make more sturdy glasses, use a pair of cheap sunglasses. First pop out the lenses. Then tape the plastic wrap over where the lens was.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure the colors are truly red and blue for the best 3D experience!

• Look for movies at the video store in 3D, these glasses will make a great fun idea for kids or parties!

• Decorate the frames so every family member, party goer has a unique pair!

• Do not wear them all the time because they are bad for your sight!

Resources

• Pattern for Glasses