Star Necklace

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I acquired an Adafruit Space Invader pendant, but I wasn't satisfied with just displaying a PCB on my neck. That's why I created this case. To replicate the project, visit Adafruit's site for instructions on how to assemble the electronics. Print out this casing and build it step-by-step; it's a beginner-friendly endeavor. Make sure to print the battery holder with supports in place, whereas all other components should be printed without any supports due to their sharp corners. Be cautious, as they may stick up from your bed if not heated properly. To attach the case together, simply snap the top and bottom parts together while securing the battery holder with a couple of small screws and nuts. If desired, upgrade the JST connectors to something more logical in design. Alternatively, program the Gemma before assembling it so that you won't have to take apart this pendant unless you're ready for new animations. Reversing its components is straightforward: squeeze the bottom part firmly until the casing parts separate easily. This way, your pendant remains assembled without any further modifications until you feel like changing up the animation display. It's essential to mount it properly by placing what would be the normal necklace section toward the smaller necklace holes; avoid placing them towards the larger battery hole located at the bottom. Don't worry about slight wire length discrepancies, as there is enough room inside for adjustments if necessary. You might need to stick one piece of wire underneath another part to achieve evenness in design; this will become clear once you start working on it.