Natasha's NeoPixel Bike
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My Epic Journey To A Blinky Bike In this video I tell the whole story about how I built my LED bike - the idea, the prototypes, the animations, the setbacks, the code - the everything. This project inspired my "Creative LEDs" tutorial series. If you want to learn how...

Incorporating Neopixels into Art: References
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Hi Makers! This post is a collection of resources and inspiration for making an art bike or any art project using Neopixels or other addressable LEDs.  It's a work in progress - if there is a video or post that belongs here, let me know! Diffusing Neopixels: LED Art Inspiration...

James Webb Space Telescope Pop-Up Card
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I can't wait. The James Webb Space Telescope will show us more than we ever could have imagined. As a paper engineer, I was inspired by the way that the JWST will unfold in space and I incorporated the movements into this interactive card. I hope you enjoy making it!...

Light-Up Chipboard Robot Toy
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Make this chipboard robot light up when you find his secret tickle buttons. (psst..... they are under his armpits. Tee hee!) In this project, you'll build a simple circuit with Maker Tape, an LED, and a coin cell battery.
DIY Hologram Viewer From Craft Plastic
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DIY Hologram Viewer Supplies: Grafix Clear Craft Plastic Transparent Scotch Tape Scissors Craft Knife or other blade Sharpie Marker Alcohol Wipe Ruler Smart Phone  Internet Access to play video Download the Template download Now Directions: Print out the template. Using a thin Sharpie marker, trace the template onto Craft Plastic....

Lady Gaga Cosplay - Spandex BodySuit Tutorial
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When I saw Lady Gaga's costume at the 2020 VMA's, I was in awe.  I thought this was simply the most beautiful costume ever-  It's the perfect balance of techie and organic, futuristic and feminine, and it was hot pink - but instead of being 'girly', it was powerful. With...

Light-Up Rainbow Heart LED T-Shirt
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A rainbow heart sewable circuit! ♥️💜💙💛💚  I taught this as a workshop at ITP Camp this week and the project turned out really nice so I thought I would share it here too! This is a sewable circuit project using the "staple" method of connecting LED lights to fabric. Benefits...

Foxy DIY Book-Light / Bookmark
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Foxes know a lot about chic sheltering. I can relate. I'm sheltered inside a small Jersey City apartment right now. But it's not all bad because I've had time to organize, prioritize, and read those books I never had time to before. The only problem is finding a spot to...

The Jersey City Face Shield Project
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It started with a group of neighbors who wanted to help with the shortage of Face Shields in our COVID-19 testing facilities and hospitals. We came together to design, fundraise, manufacture, and distribute the JC Face Shields - all while following social distancing guidelines so that we could safely produce...

Light-Up Robot Card DIY
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It's an adorable robot that needs your help to feel love. You will need: The Printed Template A CR1616 Battery Maker Tape Chibitronics LED Sticker Colored Pencils / Markers / Other Coloring Materials Scissors Craft Knife / X-Acto Blade Video Overview: Instructions Here's how to make the light-up robot heart...

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