How to Make a Tissue Box Guitar

Take an old empty tissue box., Cut off the cellophane., Cut a hole on the side of the box for the roll., Insert the paper towel roll in the hole., Add the rubber band strings., Decorate the box.

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Take an old empty tissue box.

    A long box rather than a square one is preferable.
  2. Step 2: Cut off the cellophane.

    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. , Put the paper towel roll on top, trace it with a marker, and cut along the lines. , Make sure it's about two to three inches in.

    Tape may be used to hold the roll in place and make it sturdy. , 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. , Add stickers, paint some art designs, spray paint it, sprinkle glitter on it, and anything you would like.

    Now you're ready to roll!
  3. Step 3: Cut a hole on the side of the box for the roll.

  4. Step 4: Insert the paper towel roll in the hole.

  5. Step 5: Add the rubber band strings.

  6. Step 6: Decorate the box.

Detailed Guide

A long box rather than a square one is preferable.

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. , Put the paper towel roll on top, trace it with a marker, and cut along the lines. , Make sure it's about two to three inches in.

Tape may be used to hold the roll in place and make it sturdy. , 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. , 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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