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A fun and easy kids craft to do is to make a tissue box guitar. All you really need is just an empty tissue box, a used-up paper towel roll, and some rubber bands. Let's get started!
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Cut off the top cellophane or cardboard. Use scissors or a knife to cut around the edge of the opening to get out the plastic that the tissues come through. This will make it easier to strum.Advertisement
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Cut a hole on the side of the box for the roll. Put the paper towel roll on top, trace it with a marker, and cut along the lines. [2] X Research source
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Insert the paper towel roll in the hole. Make sure it's about two to three inches in. Tape may be used to hold the roll in place and make it sturdy. [3] X Research source
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Add the rubber band strings. Wrap a couple of rubber bands around on each side of the paper towel roll. Different types and sizes of rubber bands may be used to create different tones and sounds. [4] X Research source
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Decorate the box. Add stickers, paint some art designs, spray paint it, sprinkle glitter on it, and anything you would like. Now you're ready to roll!
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QuestionCan I make different notes with it?Community AnswerYes, you could get a thicker band for low sounds or a thin band for high sounds.
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QuestionWhat do I do if I don't have rubber bands?Community AnswerYou can use elastic and place that where the rubber bands would be.
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QuestionWhy do I need to add the empty paper towel roll?Community AnswerIt's just to make it look more like a guitar. It also may make it easier to hold on to.
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Things You'll Need
- Empty tissue box (long)
- Empty paper towel roll
- Rubber bands
- Marker
- Scissors or knife
- Decorative items (e.g. paint, stickers, gift wrap paper, etc.)
References
- ↑ https://www.mottchildren.org/posts/camp-little-victors/tissue-box-guitar
- ↑ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/tune-up-your-rubber-band-guitar/
- ↑ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/tune-up-your-rubber-band-guitar/
- ↑ https://www.mottchildren.org/posts/camp-little-victors/tissue-box-guitar
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