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NEW GUIDE: Superhero Power Gauntlet using @Adafruit #Feather and #NeoPixels #AdafruitLearningSystem #Adafruit #3Dprinting #TheRPF #Prop #WearableWednesday

https://learn.adafruit.com/superhero-power-gauntlet/

A “super” new guide in the Adafruit Learning System today: a Superhero Power Gauntlet

This project will help you build a super hero glove that lights up, plays sound, and reacts to your movement. The sound effects are easy to change and if you are willing to get into a bit of code the LEDs are easy to adjust as well.

This project involves electronics, 3D printing with post production painting, and some premade Arduino Code.

The project uses an Adafruit Feather 32u4 board, an Adafruit Audio FX Mini sound board, and an accelerometer to detect hand movements. And of course bright NeoPixels in the center of your palm.

See this build in the Adafruit Learning System now > > >

Pair this with a Superhero chest power plant build detailed here.

Video of the gauntlet in action:

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New Guide: Paper Craft Crystal Gems Tutorial #cosplay #stevenuniverse

New tutorial from Erin St. Blaine: create amazing cosplay glowing crystal gems!  From the guide:

Crystal Gems will always save the day!

Create a stunning paper craft crystal from laminated cellophane wrap. Add NeoPixels and watch it sparkle!

We’ve included two different build sizes in this tutorial — one crystal large enough to house a Circuit Playground Express, and one with a single NeoPixel illuminating the crystal. This project can be run from a battery for cosplay applications (the crystal on Gandalf’s staff perhaps?) or plugged in to the wall via USB for a more permanent installation.

We’ve also included a Steven Universe Warp-Pad 3D printable base, so your Crystal Gems can be displayed in style. The possibilities are endless!

We love these gems. They’re easy to make with a few easily found tools. The main ingredient is cellophane gift wrap that’s been run through a laminating machine, which creates a perfect material for paper crafting — stiff enough to hold up but easy to cut with scissors or a utility knife. You can also get fancy and use a vinyl cutting machine to create perfect gems in multiple sizes. 3d print a base, or use the gem in a hanging lamp, or place it on top of your staff for a Gandalf-style cosplay. Such a cool project!

Full tutorial: https://learn.adafruit.com/paper-craft-crystal-gem-lantern