10 Tips for Using Conductive Thread
Ready to add LEDs or electronic components to your projects, but aren’t sure how to get started? Check out this conductive thread video from Becky Stern at Adafruit!
Wearables
The world of wearables is becoming an increasingly popular way for makers to express their creativity. From custom watches and connected jewelry to full-body suits that allow you to interact with your environment, the possibilities are endless. Learning about wearable electronics can be a bit daunting for those who are just starting out – but it doesn’t have to be! Whether you’re looking for guidance on where to get started with Arduino programming or inspiration from some of the projects out there, this blog category has got you covered. Here we will provide tutorials and resources on creating interactive wearables as well as a look at the work of some inspiring makers that should give you the motivation to dive right in!
Pebble Ready to Roll?
The folks behind the highly anticipated Pebble smart watch, a crowdfunded project that’s now the stuff of Kickstarter legend, say they have some big news to share with backers and the world Jan. 9.
Miniature Fingertip Aquarium Ring
Etsy user alliah made this unique miniature fingertip aquarium ring, which contains a type of live algae, called a marimo ball, in a small vial that is mounted on a ring band.
Holiday Gift Guide 2012: 13 Crocheted Gifts to Make
I recently learned how to crochet, and am excited about all the cool things I can make now! Check out these 13 crocheted objects that I would be happy to give or receive as holiday gifts.
Flexible “Willow Glass” Sheeting
Launched this summer, Corning’s Willow Glass is an ultra-thin (0.1mm), flexible, roll-processable glass sheet intended for use in next-generation display devices. From an applications point of view, it offers the possibility of curved displays and/or interfaces that wrap around object or devices, and from a manufacturing point of view, the possibility of producing display devices using continuous “roll-to-roll” assembly, kind of like how bulk paper goods are processed.
Google Glass: Wearable Tech’s Killer App?
Will Google Glass become wearable technology’s killer app?
Very Special Effect Makeup at the 2012 Makey Awards
We’ve received a lot of questions about the amazing special effects makeup at the Makeys. Here’s some background on the incredible crew and the amazing looks they created for us.
