linawassong

Hi there: did you try controlling only a few LEDs (like 20)? Check if you have the same problem. What power supply are you using? Best, Lina

Yes of course, I wanted to turn it into an open source project but haven't gotten to it, yet. Just let me know you email address.

Hi Susie: I'm happy to hear that this instructable helped you. To answer your questions: I used end emitting fiber optics and manipulated the ends with sand paper. You can also use side emitting fiber optics. They don't require more power, the light is just not traveling to the end but "breaking out". Check out this fiber optic instructable. Also, I'd recommend a 5V rechargeable power bank battery. Together with the microcontroller, I put the battery in a little pouch. Best, Lina

Thanks - a little less than $ 200 I'd say.Have a great day.

Hi nancianne: sure, I soldered a button onto one of the pins on the board. Then I programmed the switch and uploaded multiple LED patterns onto the microcontroller. Now I can switch in-between the different LED-patterns, whenever I push the button. Hope that helps. Best, Lina

yes, you can just use an LED strip with a remote control and battery pack instead of a microcontroller

Hey, it helps holding the heat gun really close to the skirt and after filling in the eyelet removing it slowly in "circles". Hope that helps :)

Happy you made the skirt! Yes, storing isn't super easy and mine is on a mannequin to keep it's shape. But you can open up the skirt and tape the belt part onto a long piece of wood and hang it flat on a wall. Or carefully roll up about 5 fiber optic bundles each and tape them together. Like that it's easier storing it in a box. Hope that helps

Looks great! So happy I could help :)