Lights on: Day time
Lights dimmed: Sunset
Lights off: Night time
My latest craft project is a bit of an oddity – in fact, I didn’t really know what to call it, the best I could come up with is a Night and Day dimmer switch dial. Basically, it’s a fun cardboard attachment for a rotary dimmer switch (the ones with a round knob). When the lights are fully-on the dial displays a rural scene with the sun high in the sky, as the lights are dimmed the sun begins to set and the moon and stars begin to appear!
The inspiration for this craft came from my love of pop-up books, you know, the books where you are invited to ‘pull’, ‘turn’ and ‘open’ things. And also in part to MacGyver, the 80s TV show – I’ve always been interested in low tech gadgetry, the sort of stuff you can make from digging about in the kitchen draw (the one congested with old batteries, torches, paperclips, cotton reels and the like). With this in mind I wondered whether there were any household items that could be given the pop-up book treatment – this is what I came up with.
Anyway, I hope you like it, it was quick to make and actually worked very well. If you’d like to make your own, download the colour artwork and follow the instructions below. Good luck!
Please note: If you have any questions, or need help, just leave me a comment and I’ll respond as quickly as I can.
Includes:
1) Collectable instructions – stick them on the fridge
2) Colour artwork – just print them out and start making
211 downloads so far, thanks everyone!
Something similar: If you like this craft, and haven’t visited before, check out my Card/paper crafts and Focus on kids categories for other fun frivolous projects.
Something different: A couple of great craft blogs I just came across – Mini Eco and Red Ted Art. Both focussed on kids, they are definitely worth a look, go check them out.
AWESOME IDEA of Night & Day. I have downloaded and saved the file to use in near future. Will share a photograph with you whenever I plug-it in my room
I’m really impressed with the depth and highlights you have provided with the brilliant use of color strokes. [thumbs up]
Hi Deepika, Thanks for such a considered comment. I’m really pleased you have found the project files useful – I’d love to see a photo of the finished project. Cheers Scott
Love these graphics, i’m going to be tuning in to this site more often!
your blog is amazing
you have a wonderful, amazing and once again wonderful talent!! i have never seen anything so cool 
thank you for sharing with us
Thanks Nikolcia
You are a crafting genius. My boys love your posts and ideas, very inspiring to them (ages 10 and 12).
I’m very happy if my efforts inspire others – I hope your boys will like some of my future posts. Scott
So cooooooooool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Very crafty indeed, luv all the detailed artwork. Can’t wait to see what you post next!
Thanks Joy – I try to post every couple of weeks, the easiest way to stay in touch is by subscribing. All the best. Scott
Saw your creation on Craft Gossip. What a great idea! Great job. I love your drawings.
Thanks Cassandra.
Love this Scott, featured it on Craft Gossip
http://homeandgarden.craftgossip.com/night-and-day-dimmer-switch-dial/
How cool! Thanks Amanda – I’m always chuffed to get included on Craft Gossip. Scott:-)
just discovered you blog via Sister Diane recent post – so of course had to leave a comment to say- it all looks great and I will most def. be back to read more and catch up!
Hi Stephanie – yes, Sister Diane is great, she’s been such a help in my blogging endeavours. And Thanks for the comment and glad you’ll be back to visit again. Scott:-)
Again…so very cool. My boys would love it. Thanks for the ‘shout-out’
It’s a pleasure – more than happy to send people to your excellent blog. Thanks for the comment. Scott:-)
way cool!