Wearables

The world of wearables is becoming an increasingly popular way for makers to express their creativity. From custom watches and connected jewelry to full-body suits that allow you to interact with your environment, the possibilities are endless. Learning about wearable electronics can be a bit daunting for those who are just starting out – but it doesn’t have to be! Whether you’re looking for guidance on where to get started with Arduino programming or inspiration from some of the projects out there, this blog category has got you covered. Here we will provide tutorials and resources on creating interactive wearables as well as a look at the work of some inspiring makers that should give you the motivation to dive right in!

How-To: RF Shielded Wallet

With short range wireless technology becoming increasing prevalent in the various cards we hold in our wallets, Serge Negrashov decided to make his own radio frequency shielded wallet to block any potential wireless data snoops. He used extremely strong Kevlar-Nomex as the fabric and painted the inside with silver epoxy to give the wallet its shielding quality. If you’re looking for a budget version, he says that regular epoxy with a layer of tin foil might work as well. What do you think of RF shielded wallets? Better safe than sorry or overboard paranoia?

Continue Reading September 26th, 2011 Matt Richardson22

Hacked Knitting Machine Depicts Cosby’s Face (video)

CRAFT sure had a great time at World Maker Faire last weekend. Here’s a highlight:

Andrew Salomone uses a hacked knitting machine from the 80s to “print” digital images into knitted garments. At World Maker Faire New York 2011, Andrew demonstrates the knitting machine and shows off its creations including a sweater with Bill Cosby’s face.

Continue Reading September 23rd, 2011 Becky Stern10

Double Rainbow Across the Eyes!!!!!!!

Jordan Jin Stone’s Double Rainbow Glasses create a visualization of your aural environment. She used EL wire and an Arduino to create a pulsing rainbows. She’s here at World Maker Faire with a strong contingent of MIT students showing their projects.

Continue Reading September 17th, 2011 Chris Connors4

Stormtrooper Helmet From Sneakers

To quote Sean Bonner: “The value of something like this is pretty obvious.” It’s the work of pseudonymous blogger Freehand Profit of The Hip Hop Nerd, and was created to promote StarWarsRemix.com, a collaborative site involving Noah Scalin, Mica Scalin, Emma Beddows, and Scott Walker

Continue Reading September 14th, 2011 Sean Michael Ragan4

The Breathalyzer Jacket

Andrew @ CRAFT spotted this ‘Breathalyzer Jacket‘ by Matt Leggett, which uses an alcohol sensor in the collar and LEDs along the sleeve to indicate the level of alcohol in the wearer’s breath.

Continue Reading September 9th, 2011 Becky Stern2

Bethany Shorb of Cyberoptix TieLab (video)

Bethany Shorb of Cyberoptix TieLab recently acquired a stash of old used silkscreens to be reclaimed and reused to print her tie designs. But a closer inspection revealed something too interesting to wash out, and these industrial cast-offs generate some truly unique ties. Check out Bethany’s ties at Maker Faire New York September 17th and 18th.

Continue Reading September 7th, 2011 Becky Stern

iNecklace and Massive Jewelry Roundup

To match the iCufflinks:

The iNecklace is a gorgeously machined aluminum pendant with a subtle pulsating LED. Perfect for the playa or with Prada. Made for women who celebrate art, science, engineering and great design. Proudly made in North America (Canada and USA).

Continue Reading August 31st, 2011August 31st, 2015 Becky Stern6

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