Christmas Tree LED Embroidery

Inspired by Becky Stern's Electronic Embroidery Tutorial, this pattern uses LEDs as the string of lights on a felt Christmas tree applique.

I've included a tree pattern that fits 8" or 6" embroidery hoops, or you can make your own shape.

Step 1: Materials

You will need:

• Embroidery hoop (8" or 6")
• Fabric
• Green felt
• Star shaped button
• Embroidery floss
• Embroidery needle
• Pins
• Scissors
• Round/needle nose small pliers
• 8 LEDS (5mm for an 8" hoop, 3mm for a 6" hoop)
• LilyPad Coin Cell Battery Holder (if this is too big for the 6" hoop pattern, a sewable battery holder will also work)
• 3V 20mm coin cell battery
• LilyPad Slide Switch
• Conductive thread

Optional:

• Ribbon
• Glue gun

Comments

[leahbuechley]

how lovely!

[ChrysN]

Nice!