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src="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Debra-.jpg?fit=150%2C150&resize=300%2C300&quality=70&strip=all#038;ssl=1&resize=198%2C198&strip=all" alt="Debra Ansell" class="avatar avatar-198" width="198" height="198"><div class="author-name"><div class="bio-wrapper"><h3><a href="https://makezine.com/author/debra-ansell">By Debra Ansell</a></h3></div><div class="hover-info"><i class="fa fa-sort-asc sort-up fa-lg"></i><div class="author-wrapper"><div class="author-name"><h3><a href="https://makezine.com/author/debra-ansell">Debra Ansell</a></h3></div></div><p>Debra Ansell (geekmomprojects.com) studied physics and applied math before becoming a software engineer in the mid-90s. She quit to stay home with her 3 boys after the internet bust, then rediscovered her love of technology as a FIRST Lego League robotics coach. She has been making open source projects ever since.</p> <a href="https://makezine.com/author/debra-ansell">View more articles by Debra Ansell <i class="fa fa-angle-right" aria-hidden="true"></i></a><div class="twitter-wrapper"></div></div></div></div><span class="posted-on"> <a href="https://makezine.com/projects/inner-glow-led-heart/" rel="bookmark"><time class="entry-date published" datetime="2023-02-07T08:00:00-08:00">February 7th, 2023</time><time class="updated" datetime="2023-08-07T14:42:58-07:00">August 7th, 2023</time></a></span><span class="byline"> </span> </div> </header> <section class="article-body" itemprop="articleBody"> <div class="steps-shortcut-wrapper"><a href="#the-steps" class="steps-shortcut">Take me to the Steps</a></div> <p></p> <p><strong>Edge-lit displays typically consist of an etched sheet of acrylic, with one edge embedded in an opaque base containing a light source. </strong>The light diffuses through the acrylic to make the etchings glow. Different colors applied around the edge will blend smoothly inside; you can see this effect in my <a href="http://makezine.com/go/edge-lit-led-rainbow">Edge-Lit LED Rainbow project</a> in Make: Volume 69.</p> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="alignright size-full"><img data-recalc-dims="1" decoding="async" width="200" height="283" src="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/M71_Cover_lowRez200.jpg?resize=200%2C283&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-548557" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/M71_Cover_lowRez200.jpg?w=200&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/M71_Cover_lowRez200.jpg?resize=90%2C127&ssl=1 90w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">This article is from Make: Vol. 71. <a href="https://readerservices.makezine.com/mk/?PC=MK" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe now</a> to make sure you don’t miss out on any of our awesome builds.</figcaption></figure></div> <p>My new project takes a different approach to edge lighting, by cutting the acrylic into jigsaw-puzzle-like sections and embedding the light source between the pieces. This technique makes the shape appear to glow from the inside out. Illuminating each piece with its own color creates sharp boundaries for an unusual effect that’s great for dynamic, colorful animations. If you do your own laser cutting you can make it for 30 bucks.</p> <p>Here I’ll show how to build an inner-glow heart, in plenty of time for February gift giving (hint hint). I also provide two other designs, and you can easily customize this project to create your own.</p> <div class="project-description"></div> <div class="alert-section"> <section id="text-23" class="widget widget_text"> <div class="textwidget"><p>What will the next generation of Make: look like? We’re inviting you to shape the future by investing in Make:. By becoming an investor, you help decide what’s next. The future of Make: is in your hands. <strong><a class="wefunder-cta" href="https://wefunder.com/make?utm_source=make&utm_medium=makezine&utm_campaign=wefunder&utm_content=cta_widget">Learn More.</a></strong></p> </div> </section> </div> <div class="project-steps-wrapper" id="the-steps"> <div class="project-steps-header"> <h2>Project Steps</h2> <select name="step-selector" onchange="gotoStep(this.value);"> <option value="#step-1">1. BUILD THE WOOD BASE</div><option value="#step-2">2. LASER-CUT THE ACRYLIC</div><option value="#step-3">3. PREPARE THE LED STRIP</div><option value="#step-4">4. MASK THE INNER ACRYLIC PIECES</div><option value="#step-5">5. ASSEMBLE THE ACRYLIC LAYERS</div><option value="#step-6">6. EMBED THE LED STRIP</div><option value="#step-7">7. CONNECT THE MICROCONTROLLER</div><option value="#step-8">8. CLOSE UP THE CASE</div><option value="#step-9">9. PROGRAM THE MICROCONTROLLER</div> </select> </div> <div class="project-step" id="step-1"><h3 class="project-step-title">1. BUILD THE WOOD BASE</h3><div class="step-buttons"><a href="#step-2" class="project-stepper next">Next</a></div><div class="project-step-content"><p></p> <p>Laser-cut the base pieces from 1/8″ wood (Figure<img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/1.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/1.png" alt="" /></noscript> A), using the template in WoodPieces.svg (download the full set of <a href="https://cdn.makezine.com/make/71/led_heart_cutting_files.zip">cutting files </a> –edit: <a href="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic_PONOKO-FIX.zip">Here’s a fixed heart file</a>, if yours has double lines. ). If you’re using veneered wood, you can use a single-sided veneer as only one side will be visible.</p> <figure id="attachment_562039" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562039" style="width: 384px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562039" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/WoodPieces-scaled-e1675466728679-750x563.jpg" alt="" width="384" height="288" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/WoodPieces-scaled-e1675466728679.jpg?resize=750%2C563&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/WoodPieces-scaled-e1675466728679.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/WoodPieces-scaled-e1675466728679.jpg?resize=450%2C338&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/WoodPieces-scaled-e1675466728679.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/WoodPieces-scaled-e1675466728679.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/WoodPieces-scaled-e1675466728679.jpg?resize=2048%2C1536&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/WoodPieces-scaled-e1675466728679.jpg?resize=272%2C204&ssl=1 272w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/WoodPieces-scaled-e1675466728679.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/WoodPieces-scaled-e1675466728679.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562039" class="wp-caption-text">Figure A</figcaption></figure> <p> </p> <p>Spread a little wood glue on the bottom edges of all side pieces and slot them into the bottom piece (Figure B<img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/2.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/2.png" alt="" /></noscript>). Don’t glue the top, as it needs to be removable to place the microcontroller inside.</p> <figure id="attachment_562038" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562038" style="width: 374px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562038" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/AssembledBase-750x563.jpg" alt="" width="374" height="281" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/AssembledBase-scaled.jpg?resize=750%2C563&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/AssembledBase-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/AssembledBase-scaled.jpg?resize=450%2C338&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/AssembledBase-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/AssembledBase-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/AssembledBase-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1536&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/AssembledBase-scaled.jpg?resize=272%2C204&ssl=1 272w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/AssembledBase-scaled.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/AssembledBase-scaled.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 374px) 100vw, 374px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562038" class="wp-caption-text">Figure A</figcaption></figure> <p></p> </div></div><div class="project-step" id="step-2"><h3 class="project-step-title">2. LASER-CUT THE ACRYLIC</h3><div class="step-buttons"><a href="#step-3" class="project-stepper next">Next</a><a href="#step-1" class="project-stepper prev">Previous</a></div><div class="project-step-content"><p></p> <p>There are three layers of acrylic. The 1/16” outer layers (HeartSixteenthInchAcrylic.svg) serve to hold in place the ¼” pieces in the inner layer, HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.svg (Figure C<img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/3.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/3.png" alt="" /></noscript>). There’s also a ¼” acrylic base to support this assembly.</p> <figure id="attachment_562040" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562040" style="width: 475px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562040" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20475%20223'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" width="475" height="223" data-lazy-srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.jpg?resize=750%2C353&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.jpg?resize=1024%2C482&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.jpg?resize=450%2C212&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.jpg?resize=768%2C361&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.jpg?w=1500&ssl=1 1500w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w" data-lazy-sizes="(max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px" data-lazy-src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic-750x353.jpg" /><noscript><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-562040" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic-750x353.jpg" alt="" width="475" height="223" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.jpg?resize=750%2C353&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.jpg?resize=1024%2C482&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.jpg?resize=450%2C212&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.jpg?resize=768%2C361&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.jpg?w=1500&ssl=1 1500w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px" /></noscript><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562040" class="wp-caption-text">Figure C</figcaption></figure> <p> </p> <p>Cut the shapes in both files. When laser cutting the ¼” acrylic, etch the pink shapes and cut all the black outlines. Several different etching patterns are included to choose from — or create your own. Remove any protective paper from the acrylic.</p> <p></p> </div></div><div class="project-step" id="step-3"><h3 class="project-step-title">3. PREPARE THE LED STRIP</h3><div class="step-buttons"><a href="#step-4" class="project-stepper next">Next</a><a href="#step-2" class="project-stepper prev">Previous</a></div><div class="project-step-content"><p></p> <p>Cut a length of 8 LEDs from the LED strip. Cut three 4″ lengths of 26 AWG white hookup wire, strip one end, and solder them to the three pads at the data input end of the LED strip. The white wire almost vanishes within the clear acrylic, which is aesthetically pleasing, but it can be hard to distinguish between power, ground, and signal. I use different color Sharpies to mark the wires (Figure D<img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/4.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/4.png" alt="" /></noscript>). To provide strain relief, cover the solder joints with a bit of heat-shrink tubing.</p> <figure id="attachment_562041" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562041" style="width: 439px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562041" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20439%20329'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" width="439" height="329" data-lazy-srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=750%2C563&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=450%2C338&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1536&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=272%2C204&ssl=1 272w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" data-lazy-sizes="(max-width: 439px) 100vw, 439px" data-lazy-src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-750x563.jpg" /><noscript><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-562041" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-750x563.jpg" alt="" width="439" height="329" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=750%2C563&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=450%2C338&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1536&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?resize=272%2C204&ssl=1 272w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/E_ColorMarketWires-scaled.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 439px) 100vw, 439px" /></noscript><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562041" class="wp-caption-text">Figure D</figcaption></figure> <p> </p> <p>Find the middle of the LED strip, and carefully bend it in half so the LEDs on both halves sit back to back. When the alignment is correct, remove the adhesive backing from the strip and stick the two halves together (Figure <img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/5.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/5.png" alt="" /></noscript>E).</p> <figure id="attachment_562042" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562042" style="width: 438px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562042" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20438%20329'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" width="438" height="329" data-lazy-srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=750%2C563&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=450%2C338&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1536&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=272%2C204&ssl=1 272w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" data-lazy-sizes="(max-width: 438px) 100vw, 438px" data-lazy-src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-750x563.jpg" /><noscript><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-562042" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-750x563.jpg" alt="" width="438" height="329" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=750%2C563&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=450%2C338&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1536&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?resize=272%2C204&ssl=1 272w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/F_DoubledLEDStrip-scaled.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 438px) 100vw, 438px" /></noscript><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562042" class="wp-caption-text">Figure E</figcaption></figure> <p><strong>IMPORTANT</strong>: Don’t crease the strip at the bend. It’s OK if there’s a small loop at the end.</p> <p>Strip the unsoldered ends of the hookup wires and connect them to your microcontroller to be sure the LED strip lights up. With the Trinket M0 it’s easy just to slip the wires into their corresponding pins — LED Power to Trinket 3V, LED GND to Trinket GND, and LED Signal to Trinket Pin D1 — and hold them in place for a few moments to verify the connections (Figure <img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/7.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/7.png" alt="" /></noscript>F).</p> <figure id="attachment_562043" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562043" style="width: 458px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562043" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20458%20340'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" width="458" height="340" data-lazy-srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?resize=750%2C557&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?resize=1024%2C761&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?resize=450%2C334&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?resize=768%2C571&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?resize=1536%2C1141&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?resize=2048%2C1522&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" data-lazy-sizes="(max-width: 458px) 100vw, 458px" data-lazy-src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675-750x557.jpg" /><noscript><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-562043" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675-750x557.jpg" alt="" width="458" height="340" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?resize=750%2C557&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?resize=1024%2C761&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?resize=450%2C334&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?resize=768%2C571&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?resize=1536%2C1141&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?resize=2048%2C1522&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/G_TrinketLEDStrip-scaled-e1675467100675.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 458px) 100vw, 458px" /></noscript><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562043" class="wp-caption-text">Figure F</figcaption></figure> <p></p> </div></div><div data-wpr-lazyrender="1" class="project-step" id="step-4"><h3 class="project-step-title">4. MASK THE INNER ACRYLIC PIECES</h3><div class="step-buttons"><a href="#step-5" class="project-stepper next">Next</a><a href="#step-3" class="project-stepper prev">Previous</a></div><div class="project-step-content"><p></p> <p>Because the inner acrylic pieces are small, light may leak between them. To create distinct edges, you’ll mask off their outer edges with reflective tape. You can use 3/16″ copper or mylar tape.</p> <p> </p> <p>Take each of the etched pieces and cover every side with reflective tape except the side containing the notch for the LED (Figure <img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/8.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/8.png" alt="" /></noscript>G).</p> <figure id="attachment_562044" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562044" style="width: 390px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562044" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20390%20263'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" width="390" height="263" data-lazy-srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?resize=750%2C507&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?resize=1024%2C693&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?resize=450%2C304&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?resize=768%2C519&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?resize=1536%2C1039&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?resize=305%2C207&ssl=1 305w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?w=1817&ssl=1 1817w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w" data-lazy-sizes="(max-width: 390px) 100vw, 390px" data-lazy-src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic-750x507.jpg" /><noscript><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-562044" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic-750x507.jpg" alt="" width="390" height="263" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?resize=750%2C507&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?resize=1024%2C693&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?resize=450%2C304&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?resize=768%2C519&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?resize=1536%2C1039&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?resize=305%2C207&ssl=1 305w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?w=1817&ssl=1 1817w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/H_MaskedAcrylic.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 390px) 100vw, 390px" /></noscript><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562044" class="wp-caption-text">Figure G</figcaption></figure> <p></p> </div></div><div data-wpr-lazyrender="1" class="project-step" id="step-5"><h3 class="project-step-title">5. ASSEMBLE THE ACRYLIC LAYERS</h3><div class="step-buttons"><a href="#step-6" class="project-stepper next">Next</a><a href="#step-4" class="project-stepper prev">Previous</a></div><div class="project-step-content"><p></p> <p>Place one of the 1/16″ outer layers flat on a tabletop, with a 10mm M2 screw protruding vertically through the small hole near the top.</p> <p> </p> <p>Next, assemble the middle layer. Start with the large ¼” outline, aligning it atop the outer layer so the screw passes through the hole (Figure H<img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/9.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/9.png" alt="" /></noscript>).</p> <p>Assemble the other ¼” pieces inside the outline, making sure their etched sides all face the same way. Nudge the pieces away from the center to create a gap where the LED strip will go.</p> <figure id="attachment_562046" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562046" style="width: 458px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562046" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20458%20331'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" width="458" height="331" data-lazy-srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?resize=750%2C543&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?resize=1024%2C742&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?resize=450%2C326&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?resize=768%2C556&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?resize=1536%2C1113&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?w=1643&ssl=1 1643w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w" data-lazy-sizes="(max-width: 458px) 100vw, 458px" data-lazy-src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer-750x543.jpg" /><noscript><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-562046" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer-750x543.jpg" alt="" width="458" height="331" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?resize=750%2C543&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?resize=1024%2C742&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?resize=450%2C326&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?resize=768%2C556&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?resize=1536%2C1113&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?w=1643&ssl=1 1643w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/I_FirstAcrylicLayer.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 458px) 100vw, 458px" /></noscript><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562046" class="wp-caption-text">Figure H</figcaption></figure> <p></p> </div></div><div data-wpr-lazyrender="1" class="project-step" id="step-6"><h3 class="project-step-title">6. EMBED THE LED STRIP</h3><div class="step-buttons"><a href="#step-7" class="project-stepper next">Next</a><a href="#step-5" class="project-stepper prev">Previous</a></div><div class="project-step-content"><p></p> <p>Lay the folded LED strip carefully within the gap so the LEDs fit neatly into their notches (Figure I<img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/10.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/10.png" alt="" /></noscript>).</p> <p>Then lay the final 1/16″ layer of acrylic across the top to hold it all together. Secure the layers together by fastening the M2 nut to the screw.</p> <figure id="attachment_562045" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562045" style="width: 370px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562045" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20370%20255'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" width="370" height="255" data-lazy-srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?resize=750%2C518&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?resize=1024%2C707&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?resize=450%2C311&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?resize=768%2C530&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?resize=1536%2C1060&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?w=1953&ssl=1 1953w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w" data-lazy-sizes="(max-width: 370px) 100vw, 370px" data-lazy-src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip-750x518.jpg" /><noscript><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-562045" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip-750x518.jpg" alt="" width="370" height="255" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?resize=750%2C518&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?resize=1024%2C707&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?resize=450%2C311&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?resize=768%2C530&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?resize=1536%2C1060&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?w=1953&ssl=1 1953w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/J_EmbededLEDStrip.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 370px) 100vw, 370px" /></noscript><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562045" class="wp-caption-text">Figure I</figcaption></figure> <p> </p> <p>Hold the layers of the heart together so the tabs at the bottom align. The middle tab will protrude below the outer tabs. Slide the wires and all three tabs through the rectangular hole in the ¼” acrylic base (Figure J<img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/11.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/11.png" alt="" /></noscript>). The middle tab has a slot in the center; you’ll need to squeeze the edges together make it fit. Don’t force it, just squeeze gently and wiggle the base until it slips over the tabs.</p> <figure id="attachment_562047" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562047" style="width: 403px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562047" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20403%20317'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" width="403" height="317" data-lazy-srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?resize=750%2C590&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C806&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?resize=450%2C354&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C604&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1208&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1611&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" data-lazy-sizes="(max-width: 403px) 100vw, 403px" data-lazy-src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-750x590.jpg" /><noscript><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-562047" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-750x590.jpg" alt="" width="403" height="317" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?resize=750%2C590&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C806&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?resize=450%2C354&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C604&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1208&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1611&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/K_AcrylicBaseLayer-scaled.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 403px) 100vw, 403px" /></noscript><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562047" class="wp-caption-text">Figure J</figcaption></figure> <p> </p> <p>Now gently slide the wires and the middle tab through the wooden box lid. Again, you’ll have to gently squeeze the middle tab to make it fit. Slide the 20mm M3 screws through the corresponding holes in both layers of the base (Figure K<img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/12.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/12.png" alt="" /></noscript>).</p> <figure id="attachment_562048" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562048" style="width: 335px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562048" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20335%20383'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" width="335" height="383" data-lazy-srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?resize=750%2C859&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?resize=894%2C1024&ssl=1 894w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?resize=393%2C450&ssl=1 393w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?resize=768%2C880&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?resize=1341%2C1536&ssl=1 1341w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?resize=1788%2C2048&ssl=1 1788w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?w=2027&ssl=1 2027w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" data-lazy-sizes="(max-width: 335px) 100vw, 335px" data-lazy-src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer-750x859.jpg" /><noscript><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-562048" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer-750x859.jpg" alt="" width="335" height="383" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?resize=750%2C859&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?resize=894%2C1024&ssl=1 894w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?resize=393%2C450&ssl=1 393w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?resize=768%2C880&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?resize=1341%2C1536&ssl=1 1341w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?resize=1788%2C2048&ssl=1 1788w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?w=2027&ssl=1 2027w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/L_WoodBaseLayer.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 335px) 100vw, 335px" /></noscript><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562048" class="wp-caption-text">Figure K</figcaption></figure> <p></p> </div></div><div data-wpr-lazyrender="1" class="project-step" id="step-7"><h3 class="project-step-title">7. CONNECT THE MICROCONTROLLER</h3><div class="step-buttons"><a href="#step-8" class="project-stepper next">Next</a><a href="#step-6" class="project-stepper prev">Previous</a></div><div class="project-step-content"><p>Solder the wires from the LED strip to the microcontroller. I soldered the ends to the Trinket M0, and attached a Micro USB cable to the Trinket for power and programming. Place the microcontroller into the wooden base so that the USB cord extends out the back slot (Figure <img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/13.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/13.png" alt="" /></noscript>L).</p> <figure id="attachment_562049" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562049" style="width: 362px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562049" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20362%20482'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" width="362" height="482" data-lazy-srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?resize=750%2C1000&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?resize=338%2C450&ssl=1 338w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&ssl=1 1152w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?resize=1536%2C2048&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w" data-lazy-sizes="(max-width: 362px) 100vw, 362px" data-lazy-src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573-750x1000.jpg" /><noscript><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-562049" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573-750x1000.jpg" alt="" width="362" height="482" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?resize=750%2C1000&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?resize=338%2C450&ssl=1 338w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&ssl=1 1152w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?resize=1536%2C2048&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ControllerInBase-scaled-e1675468960573.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 362px) 100vw, 362px" /></noscript><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562049" class="wp-caption-text">Figure L</figcaption></figure> </div></div><div data-wpr-lazyrender="1" class="project-step" id="step-8"><h3 class="project-step-title">8. CLOSE UP THE CASE</h3><div class="step-buttons"><a href="#step-9" class="project-stepper next">Next</a><a href="#step-7" class="project-stepper prev">Previous</a></div><div class="project-step-content"><p>Slip the M3 nuts just over the ends of the 20mm screws, place the lid on the base so the nuts fit into the their slots (Figure <img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/14.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/14.png" alt="" /></noscript>M), then tighten the screws to secure the heart and lid onto the base.</p> <figure id="attachment_562050" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-562050" style="width: 434px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-562050" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20434%20326'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" width="434" height="326" data-lazy-srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=750%2C563&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=450%2C338&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1536&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=272%2C204&ssl=1 272w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" data-lazy-sizes="(max-width: 434px) 100vw, 434px" data-lazy-src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-750x563.jpg" /><noscript><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-562050" src="https://makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-750x563.jpg" alt="" width="434" height="326" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=750%2C563&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=450%2C338&ssl=1 450w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1536&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?resize=272%2C204&ssl=1 272w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/M3ScrewsInSlots-scaled.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 434px) 100vw, 434px" /></noscript><figcaption id="caption-attachment-562050" class="wp-caption-text">Figure M</figcaption></figure> </div></div><div data-wpr-lazyrender="1" class="project-step" id="step-9"><h3 class="project-step-title">9. PROGRAM THE MICROCONTROLLER</h3><div class="step-buttons"><a href="#step-8" class="project-stepper prev">Previous</a></div><div class="project-step-content"><p></p> <p>You’re ready to light it up. CircuitPython-enabled microcontrollers like the Trinket M0 make it easy to generate colorful dynamic LED patterns with only a few lines of code. For an easy jump start, I adapted Adafruit’s CircuitPython NeoPixel code from their <a href="https://learn.adafruit.com/circuitpython-essentials/circuitpython-neopixel">Learning Guide</a>. Only one line of code requires changing, since the example code is already written for a sequence of eight LEDs. Instead of line 6:</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>pixel_pin = board.A1</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>change the LED signal pin to <strong>board.D1</strong>:</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>pixel_pin = board.D1</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>or whatever pin on your microcontroller provides signal to your LED strip.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p></p> </div></div> <div data-wpr-lazyrender="1" class="project-conclusion"> <h2 class="step-heading">Conclusion</h2> <p><strong>THE LIGHT WITHIN!</strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p>As soon as you save your code, you should see the acrylic heart light up in a series of solid colors and rainbow patterns. Spend a little time with the CircuitPython NeoPixel learning guide and soon you’ll be writing your own patterns to make this heart your own.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>CHANGE IT UP</strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p>You can easily make different inner-glow edge-lit shapes by adapting the outer contours of the acrylic pieces. I made a Christmas tree whose etched “ornaments” are illuminated in different colors, and a butterfly, just for variety (Figure <img decoding="async" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" data-lazy-src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/15.png" /><noscript><img decoding="async" src="M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/15.png" alt="" /></noscript>N).</p> <p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-562051" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20750%20563'%3E%3C/svg%3E" alt="" width="750" height="563" data-lazy-srcset="https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/TBD_Illuminated_Shapes.jpg?resize=750%2C563&ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/makezine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/TBD_Illuminated_Shapes.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, 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I used Adafruit NeoPixel strip #2959 with the casing removed, making it 5mm wide.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Machine screw, M2×10mm, with nut</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Machine screws, M3×20mm, with nuts (2)</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Hookup wire, 26AWG, white</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Microcontroller to control the RGB pixels.<br /> I used an Adafruit Trinket M0.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Micro USB cable</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Copper or mylar tape, 3/16″ wide</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Wood glue</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Heat-shrink tubing a small piece</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p></p> <p></p> </div></div><div class="sidebar-content tools-wrapper" id="tools"><h3>Tools</h3><div class="tools-list"><p></p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul></p> <li>Laser cutter (optional) or use an online cutting service like Ponoko. 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Different colors applied around the edge will blend smoothly inside; you can see this effect in my Edge-Lit LED Rainbow project in Make: Volume 69. […]","totalTime": "1–3 Hours","step": [{"@type": "HowToStep", "name": "1. BUILD THE WOOD BASE", "url": "https://makezine.com/projects/inner-glow-led-heart/#step1", "itemListElement": [{ "@type": "HowToDirection", "text": "Laser-cut the base pieces from 1/8″ wood (Figure A), using the template in WoodPieces.svg (download the full set of cutting files –edit: Here’s a fixed heart file, if yours has double lines. ). If you’re using veneered wood, you can use a single-sided veneer as only one side will be visible.Figure A Spread a little wood glue on the bottom edges of all side pieces and slot them into the bottom piece (Figure B). Don’t glue the top, as it needs to be removable to place the microcontroller inside.Figure A" }],"image": {"@type": "ImageObject","url": "M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/1.png"}},{"@type": "HowToStep", "name": "2. LASER-CUT THE ACRYLIC", "url": "https://makezine.com/projects/inner-glow-led-heart/#step2", "itemListElement": [{ "@type": "HowToDirection", "text": "There are three layers of acrylic. The 1/16” outer layers (HeartSixteenthInchAcrylic.svg) serve to hold in place the ¼” pieces in the inner layer, HeartQuarterInchAcrylic.svg (Figure C). There’s also a ¼” acrylic base to support this assembly.Figure C Cut the shapes in both files. When laser cutting the ¼” acrylic, etch the pink shapes and cut all the black outlines. Several different etching patterns are included to choose from — or create your own. Remove any protective paper from the acrylic." }],"image": {"@type": "ImageObject","url": "M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/3.png"}},{"@type": "HowToStep", "name": "3. PREPARE THE LED STRIP", "url": "https://makezine.com/projects/inner-glow-led-heart/#step3", "itemListElement": [{ "@type": "HowToDirection", "text": "Cut a length of 8 LEDs from the LED strip. Cut three 4″ lengths of 26 AWG white hookup wire, strip one end, and solder them to the three pads at the data input end of the LED strip. The white wire almost vanishes within the clear acrylic, which is aesthetically pleasing, but it can be hard to distinguish between power, ground, and signal. I use different color Sharpies to mark the wires (Figure D). To provide strain relief, cover the solder joints with a bit of heat-shrink tubing.Figure D Find the middle of the LED strip, and carefully bend it in half so the LEDs on both halves sit back to back. When the alignment is correct, remove the adhesive backing from the strip and stick the two halves together (Figure E).Figure EIMPORTANT: Don’t crease the strip at the bend. It’s OK if there’s a small loop at the end.Strip the unsoldered ends of the hookup wires and connect them to your microcontroller to be sure the LED strip lights up. With the Trinket M0 it’s easy just to slip the wires into their corresponding pins — LED Power to Trinket 3V, LED GND to Trinket GND, and LED Signal to Trinket Pin D1 — and hold them in place for a few moments to verify the connections (Figure F).Figure F" }],"image": {"@type": "ImageObject","url": "M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/4.png"}},{"@type": "HowToStep", "name": "4. MASK THE INNER ACRYLIC PIECES", "url": "https://makezine.com/projects/inner-glow-led-heart/#step4", "itemListElement": [{ "@type": "HowToDirection", "text": "Because the inner acrylic pieces are small, light may leak between them. To create distinct edges, you’ll mask off their outer edges with reflective tape. You can use 3/16″ copper or mylar tape. Take each of the etched pieces and cover every side with reflective tape except the side containing the notch for the LED (Figure G).Figure G" }],"image": {"@type": "ImageObject","url": "M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/8.png"}},{"@type": "HowToStep", "name": "5. ASSEMBLE THE ACRYLIC LAYERS", "url": "https://makezine.com/projects/inner-glow-led-heart/#step5", "itemListElement": [{ "@type": "HowToDirection", "text": "Place one of the 1/16″ outer layers flat on a tabletop, with a 10mm M2 screw protruding vertically through the small hole near the top. Next, assemble the middle layer. Start with the large ¼” outline, aligning it atop the outer layer so the screw passes through the hole (Figure H).Assemble the other ¼” pieces inside the outline, making sure their etched sides all face the same way. Nudge the pieces away from the center to create a gap where the LED strip will go.Figure H" }],"image": {"@type": "ImageObject","url": "M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/9.png"}},{"@type": "HowToStep", "name": "6. EMBED THE LED STRIP", "url": "https://makezine.com/projects/inner-glow-led-heart/#step6", "itemListElement": [{ "@type": "HowToDirection", "text": "Lay the folded LED strip carefully within the gap so the LEDs fit neatly into their notches (Figure I).Then lay the final 1/16″ layer of acrylic across the top to hold it all together. Secure the layers together by fastening the M2 nut to the screw.Figure I Hold the layers of the heart together so the tabs at the bottom align. The middle tab will protrude below the outer tabs. Slide the wires and all three tabs through the rectangular hole in the ¼” acrylic base (Figure J). The middle tab has a slot in the center; you’ll need to squeeze the edges together make it fit. Don’t force it, just squeeze gently and wiggle the base until it slips over the tabs.Figure J Now gently slide the wires and the middle tab through the wooden box lid. Again, you’ll have to gently squeeze the middle tab to make it fit. Slide the 20mm M3 screws through the corresponding holes in both layers of the base (Figure K).Figure K" }],"image": {"@type": "ImageObject","url": "M71_082-5_GlowingHeart_F1-web-resources/image/10.png"}},{"@type": "HowToStep", "name": "7. CONNECT THE MICROCONTROLLER", "url": "https://makezine.com/projects/inner-glow-led-heart/#step7", "itemListElement": [{ "@type": "HowToDirection", "text": "Solder the wires from the LED strip to the microcontroller. I soldered the ends to the Trinket M0, and attached a Micro USB cable to the Trinket for power and programming. 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