Adding embellishments to existing clothes or homeware products is easy and can make what looks ordinary into something amazing and unique. I decided to decorate a handmade cushion with an embellishment using adhesive felt and then adding a pink LED light to light it up. This e-textile kit features a battery holder with switch, conductive…
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What is conductive thread? this blog discusses what it is and how it can be used . Conductive thread can be used like ordinary thread. If you can sew a running stitch you can easily use this thread. The main difference between the two is it electrically conducts, this allows electronics to be integrated into…
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We are one of the UK suppliers of Chibitronics products. Chibitronics wants to help schools and teachers in STEM subjects. It is called STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics) in the USA. They have just released a 185 page education guide to help teacher plan lesson and give them ideas for the classroom.…
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A motion board is a tiny vibrating motor. This motor can be attached to paper or fabric easily using conductive thread or conductive tape like Maker’s tape. Add a CR2032 battery to your project and this creates vibrations and movement. There are endless possibilities to use pager/vibrating motors in our Light Stitches Bristle/ Eco Bot kits uses…
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Valentine’s Day will soon be here are you stuck with ideas for Valentine’s? You may need to start planning for this day with a card or gift for your loved one. In this video we feature ideas using Chibitronics circuit stickers and Teknikio re-useable components in e-textile and card projects for Valentines. Valentine Emoji, Chibitronics…
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Christmas orders – any orders made and including 17th December will be dispatched by Royal Mail recommended Christmas Delivery times. Any orders placed after 18th December will be sent out 1st class until 21st December the last recommended postal date for delivery before Christmas. Although we can’t guarantee delivery before Christmas I am sure Royal…
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