The Lilypad, for example, is a cut-down Arduino variant designed for use in wearable computing projects.

FLORA is also about a quarter-inch in diameter smaller than the LilyPad, something to take into account when you’re going for a wearable project.

Run by a bunch of prototyping enthusiasts, Arduino has some really great products that allow users to bring microchip controls to just about any project. The LilyPad is perfect for the Soundie because ...