How to Make a Cardboard Rubber Band Gun

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Gather the materials listed in the Things You'll Need section below.

   Cut out the rectangle. , The measurements do not have to be exact. , This is where you will hook the rubber band for firing. , The cardboard should now measure into four 2 x 12 inch sections. , Connect the two 12 inch (30.5 cm) ends of the cardboard.
   
   You now have built the body of the gun. ,, This is where you will hook the rubber band for firing. , Now stretch the rubber band and hook it over the old-fashioned clothespin or pencil. , Aim at a target non-living and open the clip.
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   Step 2: Measure out an 8 x 12 inch rectangle on the cardboard.

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   Step 3: On the eight inch side of the rectangle carefully put dots every two inches of cardboard.

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   Step 4: Hook an old-fashioned clothespin to the end of the barrel or bore a hole through the edge of the paper and stick in a pencil.

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   Step 5: Fold the cardboard into fourths

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   Step 6: making a rectangular prism and folding the cardboard on the dots.

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   Step 7: Cut a strip of masking tape that is approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) long.

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   Step 8: Tape the clip securely to the barrel as shown.

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   Step 9: Hook an old-fashioned clothespin to the end of the barrel or bore a hole through the edge of the paper and stick in a pencil.

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    Step 10: Open the clip and hook on a rubber band.

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    Step 11: Fire away!

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