Light-Up LED Patch with Conductive Thread

Written By Audrey Mi

Combine sewing and basic electronics to make a glowing patch! Learn how conductive thread completes a circuit and explore the science of electricity.

Materials:

  • Fabric square

  • Conductive thread

  • LED light

  • Coin battery

  • Needle, scissors

Instructions:

  1. Sew a simple path on the fabric with conductive thread.

  2. Attach LED and coin battery to complete the circuit.

  3. Test your patch to make sure it lights up.

  4. Personalize your patch with initials or shapes.

Audrey Mi
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