The Maker Faire is less than a week away! If you’re lucky enough to be attending this marvelous event, make sure to drop by the eTextile Lounge (see location below) for a lesson on how to stitch a soft circuit and even a show and tell on paper computing. You will also have the opportunity to meet brilliant etextile makers such as Lynne Bruning (the organizer of the event), Kristin Neidlinger and Grace Kim.
Have fun everybody! This faire going to be epic all thanks to Lynne!
Details Below:
The first ever eTextile Lounge at Maker Faire will display projects, promote lectures and provide the eTextile and wearable computing innovators a meeting place to share ideas, form partnerships and inform the Maker Faire community about the fusion of technology and fashion.
Event: eTextile Lounge at Maker Faire Bay Area
Location: Fiesta Hall, East Lobby, Booth #300
Date: 21 and 22 May 2011
Time: 10AM – 6 PM
Saturday 21 May 2011
11:00-12:30 Kristin Neidlinger Inflatable wearables, Sensoree, GER: mood sweater
12:30 – 2:00 Grace Kim Soft circuit sewing class – LIMIT 10: SIGN UP IN LOUNGE
2:00 – 4:00 eTextile Showcase preparation and interviews for eTextile Showcase
4:00- 5:00 Point Locus Haptic navigational system for the visually impaired
6:00 – 7:00 John Maushammer Bionic Bonnet
Sunday 22 May 2011
11:00 – 12:30 Randy Sarafan Clap-Off Bra and more fascinating tutorials
12:30 – 2:00 Andy Lee Symphonic Ballet Shoes
2:00 – 3:30 Josh Billions Map Bag
3:30 – 4:30 Sarah Hodsdon Paper Computing
4:00 – 5:00 Shannon Henry – Fiber Optic Skirt
