Toothpick Truncated Icosahedron (Soccer Ball)

Fun puzzle / sculpture to explore geometric shapes! 

 

Easy build flow (with photos above)

(Start by printing 60x of the joiner pieces)

1. Create a first pentagon shape using 5x toothpicks and 5x joiners 
   1. Note that the dot marks on the joiners face out (don't put any toothpicks in the holes marked with the dot)
2. Create 11 more pentagons
3. Join the first 3x pentagons with 3 toothpicks
4. Add the next 3x pentagons using 6 toothpicks
5. Add the next 3x pentagons using 9 toothpicks
6. Add the final 3x pentagons with the remaining toothpicks! 

If you're interested in the full kit already printed + a cool carrying case:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1872687422/toothpick-truncated-icosahedron-soccer

Boost MeIf you like this design, your free Boost would really help me create more designs!