# EL Stick Figure
## Overview
https://youtu.be/GGZmIvp9JKs
In this project we’re making a light up stick figure costume!
We used EL wire to create a simple glowing skeleton. EL Wire is a flexible and comes in different colors!
A creepy skull mask is cut from glow in the dark vinyl and felt to complete this easy but spooky costume!
## Prerequisite Guides
If you're new to [Electroluminescent materials](https://learn.adafruit.com/el-wire/) and [soldering](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-guide-excellent-soldering?view=all), take a moment to walk through the following guides to get you started.
Before you begin, check out our [introduction to electroluminescent materials including soldering to EL wire](https://learn.adafruit.com/el-wire/)!
## Parts List
A digestible list of parts used to build this project.
- [El Wire](https://www.adafruit.com/product/406)
- [Pocket Inverter](https://www.adafruit.com/product/564) or
- [Sound Inverter](https://www.adafruit.com/product/831)with a[ In-line wire 1-to-4 splitter](https://www.adafruit.com/product/402)
- [9v clip](https://www.adafruit.com/product/80)
- [9v Battery](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1321)
##
## Tools and Supplies
List of handy things to assist in any project.
- [Wire Strippers](https://www.adafruit.com/product/527)
- [Wire Cutters](https://www.adafruit.com/product/152)
- [Soldering Iron](https://www.adafruit.com/product/180)
- [Solder Wire](https://www.adafruit.com/product/734)
- [Panavise Jr.](https://www.adafruit.com/product/151)
- [Third Helping Hands](https://www.adafruit.com/product/291)
- [Monoprice Inventor II](https://www.adafruit.com/product/3897)
### Yellow Electroluminescent (EL) Wire - 2.5 meters
[Yellow Electroluminescent (EL) Wire - 2.5 meters](https://www.adafruit.com/product/406)
EL Wire, also known as Electroluminescent wire is a stiff wire core coated with phosphor and then covered with a protective PVC sheath. When an AC signal is applied to it, it glows an aqua (blue green) color. You can make it look different colors by changing the coating, for example this is a...
In Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/406)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/406/guides)
### 9V battery clip with 5.5mm/2.1mm plug
[9V battery clip with 5.5mm/2.1mm plug](https://www.adafruit.com/product/80)
I found these high-quality battery clips. They're molded plastic so they won't tear like cheap clips, and they cover the battery terminals to prevent shorts.
Comes with a 5.5mm/2.1mm center-positive barrel connector, assembled!
Battery not included.
In Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/80)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/80/guides)
### Alkaline 9V Battery
[Alkaline 9V Battery](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1321)
Battery power for your portable project! These batteries are high quality at a good price and work fantastic with any of the kits or projects in the shop that use 9V.
These batteries are Alkaline (MnO2) chemistry, with a voltage range of 9.6V (fresh) to 4.8V (dead). The mAh capacity...
In Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1321)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/1321/guides)
- [Next Page](https://learn.adafruit.com/el-stick-figure/circuit-diagram.md)
## Featured Products
### Green Electroluminescent (EL) Wire - 2.5 meters
[Green Electroluminescent (EL) Wire - 2.5 meters](https://www.adafruit.com/product/407)
EL Wire, also known as Electroluminescent wire, is a stiff wire core coated with phosphor and then covered with a protective PVC sheath. When an AC signal is applied to it, it glows an aqua (blue green) color. You can make it look different colors by changing the coating, for example this is a...
In Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/407)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/407/guides)
### EL Wire Sound Activated Pocket Inverter - 5V USB Power
[EL Wire Sound Activated Pocket Inverter - 5V USB Power](https://www.adafruit.com/product/831)
A small, portable inverter for EL wire with an audio input! This inverter has a little microphone and will light the connected EL according to the surrounding audio volume. Makes for an easy reactive project.
This inverter requires 5V input (it works great with any USB power pack) and it...
No Longer Stocked
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/831)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/831/guides)
### In-line wire 1-to-4 splitter
[In-line wire 1-to-4 splitter](https://www.adafruit.com/product/402)
If you want to connect multiple EL wires/strips/panels up to one inverter, these splitters are quite useful. There is one male connector (goes to the inverter) and then 4 female connectors (which will connect to each wire/strip/panel. You can even cascade them! Only thing to watch for is make...
No Longer Stocked
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/402)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/402/guides)
### 9V battery clip with 5.5mm/2.1mm plug
[9V battery clip with 5.5mm/2.1mm plug](https://www.adafruit.com/product/80)
I found these high-quality battery clips. They're molded plastic so they won't tear like cheap clips, and they cover the battery terminals to prevent shorts.
Comes with a 5.5mm/2.1mm center-positive barrel connector, assembled!
Battery not included.
In Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/80)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/80/guides)
### Alkaline 9V Battery
[Alkaline 9V Battery](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1321)
Battery power for your portable project! These batteries are high quality at a good price and work fantastic with any of the kits or projects in the shop that use 9V.
These batteries are Alkaline (MnO2) chemistry, with a voltage range of 9.6V (fresh) to 4.8V (dead). The mAh capacity...
In Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1321)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/1321/guides)
## Related Guides
- [Monster Mask Case](https://learn.adafruit.com/monster-mask-case.md)
- [eInk Slow Movie Player](https://learn.adafruit.com/eink-slow-movie-player.md)
- [Robotic Creatures ](https://learn.adafruit.com/robotic-creatures.md)
- [Split Ortho Keyboard with TCA8418 Matrix Expanders](https://learn.adafruit.com/split-ortho-keyboard.md)
- [Quadcopter Spray Can Mod](https://learn.adafruit.com/quadcopter-spray-can-mod.md)
- [Mini GIF Players](https://learn.adafruit.com/mini-gif-players.md)
- [Mac Classic Fruit Jam](https://learn.adafruit.com/mac-classic-fruit-jam.md)
- [Super Game Pi](https://learn.adafruit.com/super-game-pi.md)
- [3D Printed Daft Punk Helmet](https://learn.adafruit.com/3d-printed-daft-punk-helmet.md)
- [Motorized Camera Slider 2-Axis](https://learn.adafruit.com/motorized-camera-slider-2-axis.md)
- [Severence-Inspired Lumon Bluetooth Speaker](https://learn.adafruit.com/bluetooth-speaker.md)
- [Matrix Portal Sand Handles](https://learn.adafruit.com/matrix-portal-sand.md)
- [Mini Mac Pi](https://learn.adafruit.com/mini-mac-pi.md)
- [Articulated Pi Display V2 Mount](https://learn.adafruit.com/pi-wall-mount.md)
- [Decorative Pointy Elf Ear Bud Holders](https://learn.adafruit.com/elf-ears.md)