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    Can I make different notes with it?
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    Yes, you could get a thicker band for low sounds or a thin band for high sounds.
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    What do I do if I don't have rubber bands?
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    You can use elastic and place that where the rubber bands would be.
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    Why do I need to add the empty paper towel roll?
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    It's just to make it look more like a guitar. It also may make it easier to hold on to.
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    What if I don't have a glue gun?
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    Any strong glue will do, though you should avoid glue sticks and those with just mild adhesive properties.
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    Can I use strings instead of rubber band?
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    No, because it won't give it sound and besides, rubber bands are easier to pull.
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    Can I make this with another type of box?
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    In theory, yes, you'll just need to seal up the box and then cut a hole in it yourself.
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    Do I have to do an outline with the marker?
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    It may be helpful, but it's your project, you don't have to do anything. I usually cut freehand and it turns out fine.
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    Where can I get a long white tissue roll?
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    Buy a roll of paper towels and then paint it white or another color so it matches your guitar.
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    How could I decorate this?
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    You could cover it with colored paper, then paint the paper roll. You could use markers and colored pencils to decorate it, too.
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    What would be a good replacement for the tissue box?
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    You could possibly use a cereal box. You will need to cut the hole and tape the opened end.
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    Will this work like an actual guitar?
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    No, the guitar in this article is for decorative purposes only.
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    Is it supposed to be cardboard?
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    It can be cardboard or wood, whatever works for you. Plywood also works well.
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    What can I use instead of a long toilet roll to use for my tissue box guitar?
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    You can use paper rolled up but if you want the best results, you will need to use cardboard.
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    Will it make any sounds?
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    Yes it will. If you use rubber bands, the thick ones will make a deeper sound and the thin ones will make a higher sound.
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    What can I use if I don't have a long toilet roll?
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    You could use a paper towel one roll instead. Or you could roll up slim cardboard and tape it to form a tube.
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