From the MAKE Flickr photo pool Geek-chic for formal occasions – JMarier’s EPROM cufflinks sure to leave a ‘memorable’ impression. – Atmel Cufflinks B on Flickr More: Jewelry made from electronic parts Capacitor Robot Charm This weekend only – 20% discount in the Maker Shed with coupon code “dogdays”
Here’s a light-up bike vest that lets people behind you know how fast you’re going. It uses electro-luminescent wire in the shape of the numbers to give a nixie-tube-esque appearance. Via Ladyada. More: LED turn signal bike jacket tutorial
”Baglady 2.0″ is a performance piece that integrates a normal handbag with an antenna and embedded board that enables live, wireless sound, text, and video broadcasting. The bag also integrates GPS to integrate the location of the broadcast into the mix. The intention of the project is to “explore how the mediations of public and […]
The above video interview with Sean Montgomery was recorded at the recent Last HOPE conference where Mr. Montgomery exhibited his line of ‘Vital Threads’ projects. These wearable devices display realtime biological sensor data as visible (and boldly fashionable) adornment. Included in the collection – the Heart-on Shirt which pulses light in sync with Electrocardiogram readings, […]
Spotted in the MAKE Flickr pool: Instructables user Senseless has modified his wife’s knee brace to prevent lateral movement due to rheumatoid arthritis. He says it’s easier for her to get on than her normal brace, which aids in late-night bathroom trips. If you can endure the run-on sentences, he’s made an instructable detailing its […]
Here’s a nice how-to on building a basic OLED wrist watch modeled after the real (analog) version. Lots of nice details here including the PCB designs and info about the ARM7 processor driven circuit. Check out the details at the link below along with some bonus info about a Guitar hero whammy bar mod this […]
My friend Mike made a lapop/messenger bag with an integrated tail light – When the magnetic snaps are closed it completes the circuit.
