You can build a sci-fi inspired lantern using an Adafruit QT Py and LED Noodles. Powered by the QT Py RP2040, six individual LED noodles are wired up to the GPIO pins and controlled with PWM.
Learn guide
https://learn.adafruit.com/led-noodle-lantern/
Code on github
https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_Learning_System_Guides/blob/main/LED_Noodle_Lantern/code.py
Noodle Lantern YouTube Video
Livestream YouTube Video
Alligator Jumper Wires
https://www.adafruit.com/product/3448
RP2040
https://www.adafruit.com/product/4900
Lipo Charger BFF
https://www.adafruit.com/product/5397
LED Filament
https://www.adafruit.com/product/5507
2200mah Battery
https://www.adafruit.com/product/1781
Small Mint Perma-Proto
https://www.adafruit.com/product/1214
Metal LED Button
https://www.adafruit.com/product/916
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