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Sunday, June 25, 2023

Reed Switch Shadow Box


Wanting to create an interactive shadow box that could look different with different LED configurations, I came up with an idea for a shadow box triggered by one or two reed switches.







To learn how I did this (and to access the circuit diagrams and cut files), please check out my tutorial, Reed Switch Shadow Box, over on the Chibitronics blog.

















Sunday, February 26, 2023

Carousel Book Light (Featuring Chibitronics)



Carousel Book Light


Wanting to figure out an easy way to add light to a handmade carousel book, I had the opportunity to do some prototyping during an extended power outage.  


This was my first prototype of the Carousel Book Light.


The results turned into my latest tutorial for Chibitronics, the Carousel Book Light (featuring Chibitronics LED stickers, of course).

Carousel Book Light with Shamrocks



To learn how to make your own, please visit my tutorial on the Chibitronics website or my Instructable.  






Sunday, December 18, 2022

Glowing Garland

In my latest tutorial I will show you how to make a glowing, paper circuit, garland made with the magic of Chibitronics Circuit Sticker LEDs!

 
For detailed instructions, please visit the complete tutorial, "Glowing Garland," on the Chibitronics website or my Glowing Garland Instructable!










Monday, September 12, 2022

My First Pop Up Book

I recently took an online course called "Pop Up Fundamentals:  Storytelling with Paper and Light" taught by Karen Friel!  


In it, we were invited to create a pop up book, inspired by a city we love!


This is my first pop up book, showcasing three of my favorite places in Munich!



Fraunkirche Munich

Chinese Tower Beer Garden 


Oktoberfest



Light Up Picture Switcher (Dissolve Card)



In my latest tutorial, Dissolve Card: Light Up Picture Switcher, I’ll show you how to make a light-up version of a Victorian Era mechanism known as a dissolve, or dissolve card.

This paper mechanics project combines a trick of the eye (and pictures that flip) with a little electronic trickery — Circuit Sticker LEDs and a sliding switch!

While the examples showcased in this project have a Halloween vibe, the paper circuit techniques you’ll learn may be applied for a variety of themes!
Light Up Dissolve Card


Light Up Dissolve Card GIF
Two alternating images create an optical illusion in a dissolve card.


In addition to detailed directions and photos, the Dissolve Card: Light Up Picture Switcher tutorial also features a complete video demonstration, custom cut files that may be uploaded to a home fabrication machine, and other support materials.

I've also created an Instructable that teaches how to make this mechanical project!

Wednesday, August 31, 2022

Light-Up Rainbow Pop-Up Card (With a Sliding Switch)

 


I designed this pop-up rainbow card to light up the sun whenever the card is opened.  My favorite thing about it is the sliding switch mechanism that connects to the piece of paper that gives the rainbow its dimension.






To view my complete Rainbow Pop Up Card tutorial, which includes custom cut files that may be uploaded to a home fabrication machine, please visit the Chibitronics website.