Resources
![How to Make a USB LED Strip Kit Desk Lamp by Neve Spurr](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/usb-led-strip-kit-with-power-switch-desk-light-neve-spurr-hero_{width}x.jpg?v=1712674053)
How to Make a USB LED Strip Kit Desk Lamp by Neve Spurr
This handy little desk lamp has been designed and created in the classroom by year 8 student Neve Spurr from Carlton-Le-Willows School, Nottingham. Using our USB LED Strip Kit, some value acrylic and a few bits of wood, she has developed a desk lamp that can tick off a number of requirements from the UK curriculum.
![Create a custom surround for the Temperature Module](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/plant-pot-temperature-monitoring-temperature-module-green-cast-acrylic-windowsill_{width}x.jpg?v=1712058062)
Create a custom surround for the Temperature Module
Keep an eye on the temperature using one of our temperature modules and some Green Cast® acrylic. With summer just around the corner, it's the perfect make for the laser cutter. Follow Kev's, our designer/illustrator, simple step by step guide to create a cheery plant in its plant pot, monitoring the changing weather.
![Simple Keyring Makes for Teachers - Classroom Friendly Projects](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/kitronik-classroom-friendly-maker-projects-keyrings-hero-2_{width}x.jpg?v=1713365183)
Simple Keyring Makes for Teachers - Classroom Friendly Projects
These keyrings are a great cost-effective and time-light project that will make for a great classroom activity. We won’t be presenting you a step-by-step as usual, since these are fairly self-explanatory and based around the iterative design process. All design files are freely downloadable. Find out more...
![Getting to grips with the Kitronik Klaw, BBC micro:bit, and MakeCode! stealing the biscuits](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/25104_additional-kitronik-klaw-mk-2-robotic-gripper-biscuit-nabber-9000_800x_26cc13ab-40d7-4e3b-9b66-d5ad38609aa6_{width}x.jpg?v=1715769888)
Getting to grips with the Kitronik Klaw, BBC micro:bit, and MakeCode!
For the budding Roboteer, learning how to add and control actuators is a key skill. In this guide, we are going to take a look at our servo driven Klaw actuator and show you how to control it via code. Find out more...
![Make Halloween Shine: Spooky Floating Candles from LED Torch Kits!](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/hero-halloween-floating-candles-kitronik-led-torch-kit-flickering-led_{width}x.gif?v=1697016818)
Make Halloween Shine: Spooky Floating Candles from LED Torch Kits!
Happy Halloween 2023 from Kitronik! For those of you celebrating, we are bringing you a magical make that will have your home, office or classroom feeling like a haunted house! Follow along with Emma's step by step instructions and make your own spooky candles. Learn now...
![Getting Started with E-Textiles: Choosing a Needle featured image](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/etextiles_choosing_a_needle_1000_{width}x.jpg?v=1588847422)
Getting Started with E-Textiles: Choosing a Needle
Unsure of which needle to use with our conductive thread? This quick guide will help you choose the right needle.
![Getting Started with E-Textiles: Threading a Needle featured image](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/etextiles_threading_a_needle_1000_{width}x.jpg?v=1588846987)
Getting Started with E-Textiles: Threading a Needle
Learn how to quickly and easily thread needles with conductive thread.
![How to Make a Soft Press Stud Switch featured image](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/make-press-stud-switch-1000_{width}x.jpg?v=1588847177)
How to Make a Soft Press Stud Switch
This Kitronik University course tutorial will tell you how to make a Stud Press Switch.
![Getting Started with E-Textiles: Starting to Sew featured image](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/e-textiles-starting-to-sew-1000_{width}x.jpg?v=1588846227)
Getting Started with E-Textiles: Starting to Sew
Learn how to start sewing your E-Textiles circuit in our easy to follow tutorial.
![How to Make a Soft Tilt Switch Using Jewellery - Kitronik University featured image](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/make-tilt-switch-jewellery-1000_{width}x.jpg?v=1588846429)
How to Make a Soft Tilt Switch Using Jewellery - Kitronik University
This Kitronik University course looks at making a slide switch using a piece of metal jewellery.
![How to Use the Magnetic Switch in an E-Textile Circuit](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/image_twenty_560_{width}x.jpg?v=1588000965)
How to Use the Magnetic Switch in an E-Textile Circuit
Learn how to add a magnet switch to an E-Textiles circuit in our easy to follow tutorial.
![How to Make a Soft Battery Holder (Power Board)](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/battery-holder_560_{width}x.jpg?v=1588000983)
How to Make a Soft Battery Holder (Power Board)
Learn how to make a soft battery holder with a soft, fabric pouch for holding a 3V battery. Select from and use a wider, more complex range of materials, taking into account their properties.
![Getting Started with E-Textiles: Finishing off Your Stitches featured image](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/e-textiles-finishing-stitches-1000_{width}x.jpg?v=1588845982)
Getting Started with E-Textiles: Finishing off Your Stitches
Learn how to finish off E-Textile stitches in our easy to follow tutorial.
![How to use Conductive Thread with a Sewing Machine - Kitronik University](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/conductive_threads_560_{width}x.jpg?v=1588000958)
How to use Conductive Thread with a Sewing Machine - Kitronik University
Sarah Davies from Nottingham Trent University gives an overview of the Conductive Thread from Kitronik.
![Getting Started with E-Textiles: Basic Circuit with Standard LED featured image](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/basic-circuit-standard-led-1000_{width}x.jpg?v=1588845679)
Getting Started with E-Textiles: Basic Circuit with Standard LED
Learn how to use a through hole LED in a simple E-Textiles circuit in our easy to follow tutorial.
![Getting Started with E-Textiles: Basic Circuit with a PCB LED featured image](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/basic-circuit-pcb-led-1000_{width}x.jpg?v=1588845503)
Getting Started with E-Textiles: Basic Circuit with a PCB LED
Learn how to add a Sewable PCB LED to a simple E-Textiles circuit in our easy to follow tutorial.
![How to Individualise a T-shirt with Sewable LEDs](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/individualise_t_shirt_with_sewable_leds_560_01_1000_{width}x.jpg?v=1589202607)
How to Individualise a T-shirt with Sewable LEDs
Learn how to individualise a t-shirt with sewable PCB LEDs using conductive thread in our easy to follow tutorial.
![How to Add 3 Standard LEDs to a Bag](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/bag_with_3_LEDs_560_01_1000_{width}x.jpg?v=1589202408)
How to Add 3 Standard LEDs to a Bag
Learn how to add three standard LEDs to a bag using conductive thread in our easy to follow tutorial.
![Getting Started with E-Textiles: Positioning LEDs Through Fabric featured image](http://kitronik.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/etextiles_leds_through_fabric_1000_{width}x.jpg?v=1588845278)
Getting Started with E-Textiles: Positioning LEDs Through Fabric
Learn how to position LEDs through fabric in our easy to follow tutorial.