Sewn circuits are more complex than their paper counterparts, but they still enforce the fundamentals of circuitry. Their materials are more specialized, but with them students can create wearable, flexible projects, and think critically about the flow of electricity. After acquiring a basic comprehension, students will strengthen their understanding of circuitry by integrating sewn circuits into personal sewn art projects.

Sewn circuits are another low-barrier, high-ceiling project, building on basic concepts of circuitry. Once students create fundamental sewn circuits, they can explore the realm of wearable technology. This project is designed to give students ownership of their learning by offering minimal instruction. Students learn through the iterative process of design, test, and redesign. This is a crucial element of the project and should not be viewed as supplemental. We encourage you to customize this project to the needs of your class, but maintain the ideal of students learning through exploring.

This guide starts with some tips on material management, then delves into a potential inquiry model to use with students. A step by step guide is included for creating a simple sewn circuit, followed by possible extension projects.