Circuit Python Christmas Ornament/Globe

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Circuit Python Christmas Ornament/Globe

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I made a Christmas ornament globe using Circuit Python and LED strip. I put the CPB under the globe and wrapped the LED strip around the bottom of the globe. The globe plays Jingle Bells when its still and the CPB lights up green while the LED trip is red. When the globe is shared, CPB starts playing All I want For Christmas and the CPB and LED strip sparkle green and red.

Supplies

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  • Christmas goober from Michaels
  • Christmas figurines from Michaels
  • Glue from Michaels
  • LED strip from Adafruit
  • CPB from Adafruit
  • Battery pack
  • Glitter strip from Michaels

Sticking Figurines

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Add some glue to the bottom of your figurines and stick it on the base of the globe

Holes for the Wiring

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Use a scissors to open some whole for the LED strip alligator clips and battery cable

Connecting LED Strip

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Put the alligator clips through the holes. Connect the White alligator clip to A1, Red alligator clip to VOUT, Black alligator clip to GND.

Write the code and save it on the CPB library.

Downloads

Connect CPB to the Battery

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Remove CPB from laptop and plug the battery wire in it.

Decorating With LED Strip

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Use tape to stick the LED strip around the bottom of the globe.

Decoration

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Use glitter to decorate the globe.

Video of Project