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!
NYC electronic artist Rucyl Mills hacked an M-Audio USB MIDI controller into the fashionably wearable Elektro-07 music controller – I built the elektro-07 so I could control the sonic and visual parameters of my live performances without having to look deep into the eye of my laptop, hunched over in computer music stance. I’m still […]
This “Sema-Code Dress” by game-artist Marguerite Charmante (along with Wolfgeng Peter Schmiller) puts a typical QR code on the surface of the dress so that makes it possible to “scan” your potential dates before you ask them out. Not sure if this makes the most dating sense, but we still like the idea of integrating […]
From the MAKE Flickr photo pool Geek-chic for formal occasions – JMarier’s EPROM cufflinks sure to leave a ‘memorable’ impression. – Atmel Cufflinks B on Flickr More: Jewelry made from electronic parts Capacitor Robot Charm This weekend only – 20% discount in the Maker Shed with coupon code “dogdays”
Here’s a light-up bike vest that lets people behind you know how fast you’re going. It uses electro-luminescent wire in the shape of the numbers to give a nixie-tube-esque appearance. Via Ladyada. More: LED turn signal bike jacket tutorial
”Baglady 2.0″ is a performance piece that integrates a normal handbag with an antenna and embedded board that enables live, wireless sound, text, and video broadcasting. The bag also integrates GPS to integrate the location of the broadcast into the mix. The intention of the project is to “explore how the mediations of public and […]
The above video interview with Sean Montgomery was recorded at the recent Last HOPE conference where Mr. Montgomery exhibited his line of ‘Vital Threads’ projects. These wearable devices display realtime biological sensor data as visible (and boldly fashionable) adornment. Included in the collection – the Heart-on Shirt which pulses light in sync with Electrocardiogram readings, […]
Spotted in the MAKE Flickr pool: Instructables user Senseless has modified his wife’s knee brace to prevent lateral movement due to rheumatoid arthritis. He says it’s easier for her to get on than her normal brace, which aids in late-night bathroom trips. If you can endure the run-on sentences, he’s made an instructable detailing its […]
