The DIY Glowing Pop-Up Card

Make this great card for Father's Day, birthdays - or any occasion with a dash of DIY is the answer.

Father's Day is just around the corner and we created this project with pop's day in mind, but we think it's perfect for any occasion where a dash of DIY is just the right ingredient. So check it out - the Light-Up, Pop-Up Greeting Card!

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Creative Technologist Nick made this project by building a classic pop-up card and adding just a touch of geekery - some copper tape and a handful of LilyPad components. Specifically, here are the parts he used:

The results are pretty cool and certainly (we think) better than the sickeningly sweet poetry you might find in a standard grocery store greeting card. So this Father's Day (or birthday - or graduation day) build your loved ones a card they'll proudly display!

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Check out the full tutorial for details on how to build your own.