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Video Tutorial: Make Glowing LED Gift Bows

by on Dec 16, 2009

Alison Lewis, the creator of Switch, uses technology in the most creative and crafty ways. For example, in this tutorial she shows us how to make glowing gift bows with the help a few LEDs and 3-volt batteries. Check out the list of things you’ll need and then scroll down to watch Alison show us step by step how to make one!

  • plastic wrap
  • hot glue gun and glue sticks
  • toothpicks or stirring straws
  • scissors
  • needle-nose pliers
  • 2 3-volt batteries
  • duct tape
  • a few LEDs, available at places like Radio Shack
  • glitter & sequins, if desired, but required for the Alison’s Lady Gaga-inspired bow:created at: 2009/12/15

Now watch Alison in action:

DIY: How to Make A Lighted Holiday Bow from iHeartSwitch on Vimeo.