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This kit is very basic, designed especially for the etextile beginner.
It's a quick, 15-minute project that's just perfect for etextile workshops.
With this, you'll create a simple series circuit to get familiar with LEDs and conductive thread.
It contains 3 essential pieces:
- Conductive thread, 3 yards, made from thin strands of spun silver.
It's very flexible like regular thread, but also conducts electricity like a wire.
You'll use this to connect the other two components.
- Sequin, a tiny and bright light with crimping beads so you can stitch it easily.
It can only be connected one way: plus to brass bead, and minus to silver bead.
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Battery-switch, made from trigger fabric, felt, and silver coated nylon.
It contains a builtin battery that turns on when you push it.
The battery can last more than 1 year since it's only used when the sequin is lit.
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Hooking up your kit is really easy:
- Note that the brass bead on the sequin is positive.
- The battery-switch is hard on one side, and squishy on the other.
Arrange it so the squishy side is up, as it's easier to press.
- Cut the conductive thread into two strands.
- Sew the positive, round tab to the brass bead.
- Sew the negative, straight tab to the the silver bead.
- Push the battery-switch to light up the sequin.
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Examples of things you can make with the kit.
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clown |
'bonesy' - pulse warmer |
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