Washable microcontrollers and yarn that conduct electricity make it possible to program garments to light up or sense the environment. Geri will provide an introduction to the world of wearable technology and the many things you can make with it. We’ll review the types of conductive thread available, what advantages there are to using different types of conductive threads, which circuits work best for lights, and an examples of projects that can be made with this technology, and sources for supplies and guidance. There will be a follow up class on Saturday, June 3, where students can work with Geri to make their own wearable tech.

Like all other Tuesday nights, this event is free and open to the public. Our night will begin with a Show and Share where attendees are encouraged to bring out the projects they have been working on. This is a great time to request feedback for the future direction of your project, or you can just bring out something you want to show off. We hope to see you there!

Knox Makers is a place for the Knoxville area’s engineers, artists, hobbyists, innovators, educators and entrepreneurs to work and play. We are a technology and art collective dedicated to the promotion of creativity enabled and informed by science. Our lectures, workshops, and outreach programs inspire and educate both members and the general public. Our workshop provides members with both the space for large projects and the tools to complete them. We are a non-profit educational organization supported by member dues and staffed by volunteers.