The LilyPad has arrived!

Posted by jennifer on Jan 21, 2009 in DIY & Hacking | One Comment

Alas! After waiting for a few weeks for the backorder to be filled, the LilyPad has finally arrived! It’s a terrific platform for those interested in prototyping wearable concepts. It’s light, thin, sew-ready, and comes with the basic components that you need to get started. I ordered the LilyPad developer’s kit from SparkFun Electronics. I also ordered a few LilyPad XBee components, which allow you to connect your wearable projects wirelessly. Here’s what the basic kit includes:

LilyPad Accelerometer

LilyPad Mainboard

LilyPad Bright White LED

LilyPad Button Board

LilyPad Buzzer

LilyPad Light Sensor

LilyPad Power Supply

LilyPad Temperature Sensor

LilyPad Tri-Color LED

LilyPad Vibration Motor

FTDI Basic Breakout

Mini USB Cable