Is it that time of year again already? Time to start planning your Holiday lights projects, gathering supplies and making the magic happen. LED projects are getting easier and easier, thanks to innovations in software and form factors in NeoPixel addressable LEDs.
Adafruit has just started stocking Pebble Pixels, also called Seed Pixels. These resin-coated pixels are so incredibly versatile — they’re flexible, resilient, and lightweight. They are weather resistant and can be flexed and bent endlessly so work great for costumes as well. And we love the way they twinkle.
Take a look at the latest guide from Erin St Blaine: make a holiday garland with Pebble Pixels and the free, open-source WLED software. Get animations and color modes up and running in minutes, and deck your halls with beauty and joy.
From the guide:
Transform your holiday decor with this fun and easy DIY project. In this guide, you’ll learn how to create a stunning wreath and garland using pebble pixel LEDs, all controllable over WiFi with WLED. Whether you want warm, cozy tones or dazzling animated patterns, these custom lights will bring your holiday decorations to life. Perfect for tech enthusiasts and DIYers alike, this project combines creativity with cutting-edge technology for a truly magical holiday display.
We’re using the Adafruit Feather ESP32 to drive a strand of pebble pixels. These pixels are sturdy, flexible, versatile and inexpensive. Add hundreds of lights to your display for just a few dollars. It’s easy to sync multiple projects together or segment your strand into parts. The free, open-source WLED software makes it easy to create custom animations and color combos with no coding.
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