Overview
So after a bit more thought I have decided to move forward with my witch costume. However, I have made a few changes to the overall design. After a very long Pinterest scroll I came across Martine Sitbon’s 1993 Spring Collection and loved the hats she created in that collection. Furthermore, I watched Hocus Pocus which lead to a quick google search…
Anyways so now I am making a “floating” crystal ball that will feature colour changing lights to add to the witchcraft illusion. The rest of the costume will be a witches hat and all black clothing, perhaps a cloak if I can find one.
Images from Stibon Spring 1993
Arduino
I am still on the fence on the exact Arduino techniques, I am still testing a few different things. Therefore, I do not have a finalized circuit.
Materials
- Witch hat (base) – bought
- Tool
- Wire – bought
- Black fabric – bought
- Clear plastic sphere (cake mold, ornament…) – bought
- Dowel
- Black paint – bought
- Iridescent paint – bought
- Adafruit light (not sure if I need this yet)
To-Do
My first priority is to finalize the lighting process and assembly of the floating light up crystal ball. Next I need to finish gathering my materials. The rest should come together quickly (I hope). Also maybe take a few trips to consignment shops to see if I can find a black cloak.
Great aesthetic! Maybe you can use transparent wrapping paper with sparkles on the outside of the crystal ball to defuse the light!
I love the idea! I think it would be fun to have purple or blue lights in the crystal ball. I’m excited to see the outcome🧙♀️