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Crafting Wearables: Blending Technology with Fashion (Technology in Action)

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Crafting Wearables promotes interest and excitement around the growing field of wearable technology. As wearables become embedded in more consumer products on a micro-level, people are losing touch with the basic craft of fashioning clothes and accessories. From learning how to repair a button to learning how to design light-up shoes, readers will learn the importance of honing their sewing and crafting skills and passing them on to future generations. Written for hobbyist, beginner, and expert alike this book provides a fundamental understanding of how electronics and digital media are becoming a natural part of our "second skin". It’s important as our clothes and devices become smarter and more connected to understand the possibilities wearable technology presents for monitoring health, disrupting the fashion industry, and more! Crafting Wearables imparts that understanding and helps convert readers from passive bystanders to active shapers of the future in fashion.
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This book introduces the exciting intersection of technology and fashion known as wearable computing. Learn about the future of electronics in clothing and testiles, and be a part of creating that future! Crafting Wearables begins with the history of the field, then covers current practices and future trends. You will gain deeper insight into the strategy behind the design of wearable devices while learning about the tools and materials needed to start your own wearables toolbox.

In a time when consumer electronics are becoming smaller and seamlessly integrated into our lives, it is important to understand how technology can improve and augment your lifestyle. Wearables are in a sense the most organic and natural interface we can design, yet there is still doubt about how quickly wearable technologies will become the cultural norm. Furthermore, skills that have become less valuable over the years, such as sewing, are making a return withthe wearables movement.

  • Gives a better understanding of wearable technology and how it has evolved
  • Teaches basic skills and techniques to familiarize you with the tools and materials
  • Showcases breakthrough designs and discoveries that impact our everyday interactions

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4.0 out of 5 stars Also good for the self-directed student as an introduction to hobby ...

m. · 12 October 2016

A lovely and current entry-level textbook for wearable electronics, focusing on history, cultural context, and introductory crafting lessons. It overviews the wearables market, including contemporary suppliers of parts and materials. Suitable for introducing tech concepts via clothing design and crafting, grades 6-11 depending on student background. Also good for the self-directed student as an introduction to hobby electronics via wearables.

It provides an excellent overview of the field

j. · 8 December 2016

I have read several books on this topic and I have to say this is the most comprehensive and well-researched book I have found. It provides an excellent overview of the field, really fun example projects and techniques and leaves you with some interesting insight into how professionals are using this technology. I really enjoyed the chapters about digital fabrication and high tech fabrics, they exposed me to some really interesting projects and products. I am just starting to adopt wearables into my teaching and I know I will be referring to this book often for ideas. I bought a copy for my school library and would highly recommend it to any teacher or hobbyist looking to expand their knowledge of wearables and e-textiles.

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Condition: New

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Type: Paperback

AED41557

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Imported From: United Kingdom

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BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

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All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

Crafting Wearables promotes interest and excitement around the growing field of wearable technology. As wearables become embedded in more consumer products on a micro-level, people are losing touch with the basic craft of fashioning clothes and accessories. From learning how to repair a button to learning how to design light-up shoes, readers will learn the importance of honing their sewing and crafting skills and passing them on to future generations. Written for hobbyist, beginner, and expert alike this book provides a fundamental understanding of how electronics and digital media are becoming a natural part of our "second skin". It’s important as our clothes and devices become smarter and more connected to understand the possibilities wearable technology presents for monitoring health, disrupting the fashion industry, and more! Crafting Wearables imparts that understanding and helps convert readers from passive bystanders to active shapers of the future in fashion.
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From the Back Cover

This book introduces the exciting intersection of technology and fashion known as wearable computing. Learn about the future of electronics in clothing and testiles, and be a part of creating that future! Crafting Wearables begins with the history of the field, then covers current practices and future trends. You will gain deeper insight into the strategy behind the design of wearable devices while learning about the tools and materials needed to start your own wearables toolbox.

In a time when consumer electronics are becoming smaller and seamlessly integrated into our lives, it is important to understand how technology can improve and augment your lifestyle. Wearables are in a sense the most organic and natural interface we can design, yet there is still doubt about how quickly wearable technologies will become the cultural norm. Furthermore, skills that have become less valuable over the years, such as sewing, are making a return withthe wearables movement.

  • Gives a better understanding of wearable technology and how it has evolved
  • Teaches basic skills and techniques to familiarize you with the tools and materials
  • Showcases breakthrough designs and discoveries that impact our everyday interactions

Reviews:

4.0 out of 5 stars Also good for the self-directed student as an introduction to hobby ...

m. · 12 October 2016

A lovely and current entry-level textbook for wearable electronics, focusing on history, cultural context, and introductory crafting lessons. It overviews the wearables market, including contemporary suppliers of parts and materials. Suitable for introducing tech concepts via clothing design and crafting, grades 6-11 depending on student background. Also good for the self-directed student as an introduction to hobby electronics via wearables.

It provides an excellent overview of the field

j. · 8 December 2016

I have read several books on this topic and I have to say this is the most comprehensive and well-researched book I have found. It provides an excellent overview of the field, really fun example projects and techniques and leaves you with some interesting insight into how professionals are using this technology. I really enjoyed the chapters about digital fabrication and high tech fabrics, they exposed me to some really interesting projects and products. I am just starting to adopt wearables into my teaching and I know I will be referring to this book often for ideas. I bought a copy for my school library and would highly recommend it to any teacher or hobbyist looking to expand their knowledge of wearables and e-textiles.

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