Candle Light
I’ve always loved the warm, dynamic glow of candlelight—especially how it softens a space and creates a sense of calm that artificial lighting often can’t replicate. But placing a real candle beside the bed is obviously a fire hazard, and electric candles rarely capture that same cozy feeling. So I imagined a plush nightlight that mimics the softness and mood of a candle in a safer, more comforting form.
The design consists of a cylindrical white base made of fabric and polyfill, with a red-orange droplet sewn on top to represent the flame. Inside the droplet is a red LED light, creating a soft internal glow. This design is for people who crave a soothing bedtime atmosphere—whether kids needing gentle light to fall asleep or adults who want that candle-like coziness without the risk. It’s a plush that feels safe, warm, and slightly magical, just like a flame you can hold.
GlowClam
I’ve always found the sound and imagery of the ocean calming—something about the rhythm of waves and the hidden beauty beneath the surface helps me relax, especially before sleep. That led me to the idea of a glowing clam: a soft, plush object that opens to reveal a glowing, cloud-like center.
The outer shell is made of fabric wrapped around two 3D-printed forms, giving it a stable, structured feel, while the interior is filled with polyfill and soft blue lights to mimic a glowing sea pearl or bioluminescent sea life. The clam opens and closes, making the action of lighting it up feel a bit magical—like revealing a hidden treasure. I’m calling it the GlowClam for now, though I’m open to better names! This design is meant for anyone who finds peace in ocean themes or enjoys a bit of interactive play in their bedtime routine. It’s a light you gently “open” to find calm, inspired by the sea.
SipralLume
Falling asleep in the dark can feel unsettling, especially when there’s nothing to anchor your focus. I’ve always loved looking at the stars or imagining galaxies as a way to mentally drift into sleep—so I designed a plush nightlight inspired by a spiral galaxy. I’m calling it SpiraLume.
Its form spirals outward from a wide, bright center into a narrowing, dimmer outer edge. Scattered white LED lights are embedded throughout, with their brightness fading as they approach the ends of the spiral, just like distant stars fading into the night. I also wanted to explore more sculptural plush forms that play with asymmetry and motion—something visually intriguing even when it’s off. This piece is for users who need just a soft visual presence in the dark, or who enjoy imaginative shapes that invite storytelling or cosmic wonder as part of a bedtime ritual.
Prototypes
Plush Star
Green LED
