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Mini Foosball Game

By Cy Tymony Illustrations by Damien Scogin

You will need

Microwave popcorn box 3-bag size

Straws (4)

Jumbo paper clips (8)

Gumball or jawbreaker candy

Scissors

Tape

Foosball (table football) games are a lot of fun, but they’re usually found at bars or clubs. That shouldn’t stop a true Maker from enjoying foosball at home.

With just a few straws, paper clips, and a common 3-bag microwave popcorn box, you can quickly put together your own Sneaky Mini Foosball Game.

1. Prepare the cardboard.

Open and flatten the popcorn box. Cut off the front of the box, but don’t trash it—it’ll be used to make sneaky game paddles. Fold ...

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