Maker Camp is funded in part by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and the generous support of the Members of Make: Community.
45 Minutes
TO COMPLETE
WHAT WILL YOU MAKE?
WHAT WILL YOU NEED?
- Bucket
- 2 bungee cords
- Duct tape
- Zip tie
- Heavy duty trash bag
- Drill
- Jigsaw
STEP 2
Drill and cut
Drill a hole large enough to fit your jigsaw blade in the bottom of the bucket near the center. Use the jigsaw to cut a hole along the line you drew.
STEP 4
Secure the bungee
Place one end of your bungee in the center of your garbage bag, then wrap the bag around the end. Wrap a zip tie around the bag where the hook on the bungee meets the cord. Tighten down the zip tie to secure it in place.
STEP 5
Add the trash bag
Place the trash bag over the mouth of the bucket so that the bungee is centered. Make sure the bag droops down into the bucket a little, then secure it around the edge with the other bungee cord. Use duct tape to help seal off the bag.
WHAT'S NEXT?
Try adding talcum powder or fog from a fog machine inside the bucket to be able to see the ring of air as it escapes. Why not try to scale this up and use a trashcan instead of a bucket?
Please Note
Your safety is your own responsibility, including proper use of equipment and safety gear, and determining whether you have adequate skill and experience. Power tools, electricity, and other resources used for these projects are dangerous, unless used properly and with adequate precautions, including safety gear and adult supervision. Some illustrative photos do not depict safety precautions or equipment, in order to show the project steps more clearly. Use of the instructions and suggestions found in Maker Camp is at your own risk. Make Community, LLC, disclaims all responsibility for any resulting damage, injury, or expense.
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