Today I’m sharing a special Arduino project– it’s a replica of Penny’s computer book from Inspector Gadget.
I carved out a real book to fill it with electronics that look and behave like the book in the cartoon. It’s powered by an Arduino Nano ESP32, which is available at Digi-Key.
(more…)After working on this project over the span of two years, It’s finally time to share my costume for Penny from Inspector Gadget. I made the wig, I made the computer book, I made the watch, I customized the clothes, and I put together a look for the Inspector. In this post, I’ll share how I built each element of this cosplay.
Incorporating NeoPixel LEDs is a great way to add some personality to your Halloween costumes. In this video, Becky Stern shares her process for assembling a creative and durable costume, from sketching and prototyping to soldering and coding.
Full article on DigiKey’s Maker.io – NeoPixel Halloween Costumes
Today I’m making a backpack for my friend Jayy’s companion robots.
(more…)The more knowledge and experiences we share, the stronger and more creative our maker community becomes! In this video, Becky shares her process for documenting and sharing projects, including her photo, video, and editing workflow, how to light your videos, how to choose a camera, and tips for sharing documentation online.
Full article on DigiKey’s Maker.io – Documenting Your Electronics Projects
Tired of looking at all those old T-shirts in your closet? Are some of them too stained or worn to donate, and too precious to throw away? With a few supplies and a bit of time, you can turn them into a beautiful quilt that commemorates all your proudest moments.
Our guide for this do-it-yourself adventure is none other than my mom, a seasoned quilter. If you’re interested in having a quilt made by Bette, reach out on Facebook or by email.
(more…)Becky Stern explains several methods for designing and building electronics enclosures. This includes everything from making easy prototypes with cardboard and foam core board, to designing custom enclosures in CAD for 3D-printing or CNC milling. She also shares some of her favorite ready-made enclosure options, like memorabilia cases and shadowboxes.
Full article on DigiKey’s Maker.io – Creating Project Enclosures
I built a flexible screen in the form of a beaded curtain encrusted with LEDs that I control remotely. I’ve had this project on my list for quite some time, and the idea is simple: run lots of LEDs in vertical strips, enough to form a curtain.
(more…)I’m back with another roundup! This time, I’m sharing my 6 favorite DIY crafts projects! For those who have been following me for a while, some of these may look familiar. However, if you’re new to my blog, this is a perfect introduction to my crafting videos.
(more…)In this video, Becky Stern explores easy ways to connect electronics projects to the internet using WiFi microcontrollers and simple apps. She’ll cover platforms that allow you to control your LED project from anywhere in the world like WLED and CheerLights, and cloud services that help visualize sensor data including Arduino Cloud, Adafruit IO, and ThingSpeak. You can also connect your project to a vast collection of web services using If This Then That (IFTTT), giving you complete control over how and when your project interacts with the internet.
Full article on DigiKey’s Maker.io – Easy Ways to Connect your Project to the Internet
