Hi friends – Bri Firth here! Today I am sharing a light-up card perfect for Valentine’s Day! This interactive card features Sticker Lights and Copper Tape from Chibitronics. This card also features the Gamer Couple from The Greeting Farm. For more details on this loveable light up creation keep reading below! Since Valentine’s Day is […]
DIY Light-Up Spinner Toy from TechnoChic
Natasha from TechnoChic is back this month with a fun, interactive Valentine’s Day project. Head to the full tutorial to find out how you can create your own heart design light-up spinner!
Light Up Waterfall Card: Pull Tab Slider
This Waterfall is Electric! In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to add LEDs to a pull tab slider mechanism, transforming an ordinary waterfall card into an interactive cascade of light. Introduction Materials & Tools Directions Video Overview Related Categories Book Arts, Paper Craft, Valentine, Conductive Fabric Tape, Paper Circuit Techniques Introduction Pull tab sliders, […]
Featured Educator – Shiela Lee
Master teacher and coding instructor Shiela Lee works in New York City. A certified special education and general education instructor, she spoke with us about her teaching practice, her professional networks, and work she’s done with paper circuitry in her classroom. As she says, “teaching and coding require patience, persistence, and creativity.” CHIBI: Tell us […]
New Years Celebration Light Up Card
Hi friends – Bri Firth here! Today I am sharing a light-up card perfect for welcoming in the new year. This interactive card features Sticker Lights and Copper Tape from Chibitronics. This card also features the One More Sleep Stamp Set from Clearly Besotted. For more details on this light up creation keep reading below! […]
Whimsical Fairy Scene Light Up Slider Card Tutorial
Hi friends – Bri Firth here! Today I am sharing a fantasy light-up card featuring the White Sticker Lights and Copper Tape from Chibitronics. This whimsical card also features the Little Fairies Set from The Greeting Farm and the Pull and Slide Die Set from Kindred Stamps . For more details on how I made […]
Accordion Book
Light Up Accordion In this tutorial, we will show you how to make a highly customizable paper circuit accordion book — with a series of connectable templates — powered by a single battery! Video Related Categories Book Arts, Paper Craft Introduction An accordion (also called a concertina) is a type of book that has pleated […]
Haunted House Light Up Card with LDRS Creative and Chibitronics
Hi friends – Bri Firth here! Today I am sharing a spooky light-up card featuring the Purple Sticker Lights and Copper Tape from Chibitronics. This card is frightfully fun! This card also features the Haunted House Bundle Set by LDRS Creative. For more details on how I made this interactive creation keep reading below! I […]
Tutorials
Tutorials Ready to dive deeper into paper circuits? Check out these tutorials for fun tips, tricks, and projects! Batteries & Power 10 Ways to Make a Battery Holder Understanding USB Power Testing Continuity With a Multimeter Measuring Voltage With a Multimeter Conductive Materials Copper Tape Tutorial Copper vs Conductive Fabric Tapes Conductive Ink Various Conductive […]
Guide to Conductive Thread
Guide to Conductive Thread In this guide, we’ll discuss some properties of conductive thread, tips and tricks, and ways you might use this versatile material in your paper circuit projects. What is it? How might you use it? Conductive thread is a fiber that conducts electricity. Because it is thin and flexible, like ordinary thread, conductive […]
Shadow Picture Box with Chibitronics —–BON VOYAGE!
Hi friends! Yukiko is here again with a shadow box having light for this month’s project. I miss many of my favorite places in this world, especially over the sea. I tried to enjoy my trip in the shadow picture box. When you turn the disc, you can see my favorite scenes in the light. […]
Creative Paper Circuits Series – Fall Session!
Chibitronics’ Paper Circuits Online Series is back again! We have created a 7-part series that takes you from lighting up your first drawing to adding code to your artwork and making your art interactive! Find out more about each session and how to register below. Session Dates: September 15 – October 27, 2021Session Times: Wednesdays […]