I still was not happy with the concentric rings of Bloom v2. The LEDs are too far from the shade, and they all just kind of bleed together, making defined patterns impossible. So I decided to try prototyping another idea for getting the LEDs closer to the inside of the shade. I’m definitely liking the results so far. Here’s some video: https://youtu.be/RggXoOulBD4?list=PLUYGVM-2vDxIfNUpsjKOf4zyBqYhldaWD
I’m liking the way this is coming together!
Nice build Jason !!
Thanks! It works pretty well for a taped-together prototype. I’m debating on how to proceed. I’m thinking a 3D printed skeleton that the LEDs can snap into. Thoughts?
Do you own a 3D printer that could do that or are you considering getting that done outside ??
I would love to get my hands on a decent 3D printer but I like so many things… just can’t afford them all… maybe someday 
Just a thought, maybe use these ws2812 on mini-boards instead of the 8mm LEDs with WS2811. You could easily achieve a greater density and the wiring would flatten on that styro ball !!
PS: Actually seen APA102 mounted on the same miniboards !!
No, I’m in the same situation as you, but I’ve done some 3D modelling and used Shapeways and 3D Hubs services.
Thanks for the suggestion! I had thought about that, its just a lot more wiring/soldering work. I think I’ll order some tomorrow and try that out. 
What kind of price range would you expect to get a single piece made ??
3d printing some sort of frame is certainly an option, but seems like it will be expensive if you don’t have a 3d printer.
What about a hollow ball larger then the Styrofoam ball you’re using now? Something you can split in half. Something like: http://imgur.com/a/tyI6z
Drill all your holes and have all the wires/LEDs inside and just stick out the lighting portion of the LEDs.
If the ball isn’t white you might paint the outside of it white before assembly so you get better bounce between this balls outer surface and the inside surface of the woven shell.
JP, I’ve paid around $20 for similar sized prints before. It just depends on the weight, material, detail, etc.
Marc, great idea, thanks! I’ve seen those at craft stores and thought about it, just need to find one the right size.
@Jason_Coon
WOW! that is much much lower than I was expecting !
Did you have to make you own 3D design using some open source free SW, something similar to Eagle for PCB layouts ?
If so what is it ??
Yeah, it mostly depends on how much material is used. I’m pretty new to it, but I’ve used Sketchup, which has a very full-featured free version, but getting a STL file for 3D printing out of the free version can be difficult.
3DHubs connects you with locals with 3D printers and experience with 3D modelling and prepping for print. The guy I used was very helpful, and even offers 3D modelling services.
Thank you very much @Jason_Coon for this info !
I will certainly consider going for a 3D printed solution if it can simplify my next build.
Thanks again !!