DIY Magic 8 Ball
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Make your very own magic 8 ball with custom responses.
Supplies
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- Fillable Plastic Ornament
- Wood Burning Tool
- Foam
- Black Fabric Paint
- Water Repellent Glue (I used GO2)
- Water
- Glue Gun
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Melt Off Nub
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Use a hot knife or a wood burning tool to cut off the nub that sticks out at the top.
Cut Foam Into Cube and Write on Responses
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Cut a small piece out of the foam and shape it into a cube.
Using fabric paint, write your answers on each side of the cube. Make sure each side is dry before flipping it over to write on the opposite side.
Glue Ornament
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Line the edge of half of the ornament with the water resistant glue. Place the cube inside and press the sides of the ornament together.
Poke Hole
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Using the wood burner, poke a small hole in the ornament.
Fill With Water
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Fill it with water and seal the hole.
Paint It
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Paint the ball with the black fabric paint so it’s completely opaque except for a small section that’s wide enough to read the answer. This will likely need to be done in at least 2 layers, letting it dry in between.