LIGHT IT
Electronic Embroidery
Stitch a high-tech wall hanging that doubles as
a nightlight. BY BECKY STERN

Photography by Becky Stern

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T _aove any activity that promotes creativity and discovery. o me, tinkering with electronics is the same as stitching picture, and combined they can tell a story that crafters and gearheads both want to hear. This picture of a frog catching fireflies is embellished with lights that bring the bugs to life.

Conductive thread is the magic ingredient, bridging the gap between rigid metal and soft floss. To make a stitched scene light up, combine traditional embroidery techniques with a few common electronics components. The possibilities are endless, and the result is an artful conversation piece.