Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Use DIY electronics and simple sewing and crafting techniques to make fashion-forward wearables--no experience necessary
This straightforward guide shows, step-by-step, how to dream up, design, and create fun, stylish wearable electronics in no time The book integrates simple sewing and crafting techniques with hobbyist electronics skills through a series of hands-on, step-by-step projects that will have you quickly making and sewing unique and interesting clothing and accessories.
Make It, Wear It: Making Wearable Projects with Digital Electronics focuses on fashionable projects using easily sourced electronic components and tools. The book lays out techniques that enable sewers of all experience levels to embed electronics into their fashions--and that show electronics makers how to expand into wearables. You will discover how to incorporate the latest technologies into your clothing designs, including Arduino, addressable LEDs, color sensors, and Bluetooth--even laser cutting and 3D printing
-Projects are designed to be both fashionable AND wearable-Features easy-to-follow instructions and clear illustrations for each project-Written by a pair of experienced designers whose wearables have been featured in runway shows around the world
Synopsis
Create your own stylish, electronics-based wearables―for all experience levels
This fun TAB guide shows you how to dream up, design, and assemble fashion-forward wearable electronics, garments, and accessories in no time. Make It, Wear It: Wearable Electronics for Makers, Crafters and Cosplayers clearly explains cutting-edge sewing, crafting, and electronics techniques and features a series of easy-to-follow projects using readily-sourced components and tools. You'll see how to embed the latest technologies into your garments, including Arduino, color sensors, and Bluetooth―you'll even explore laser cutting and 3D printing
Projects include:
-3D embellished T-shirt-Fiber optic fabric scarf-Festival fun hip pack-Solar backpack-Starlight fiber optic skirt-Programmable sewn circuit cuff-LED matrix clutch purse-And more