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Where I Have Been

Hi. Remember me? I don't know how many people are going to be reading this post; probably not at all since I discontinued this blog around a year ago (check the time stamp.) The thing is, I went into multiple hobbies, wrote and finished a whole trilogy, and finally started coding and programming seriously.  I even started a YouTube channel from which I post vids about said coding and programming. That is where I actually post now; check it out if you're interested. I am a student, so videos and posting are usually held back by my studies, so updates are irregular. Thanks for sticking around. Sincerely, Phoenix PS: This is my YouTube channel if you're interested. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsWgxhyExfS8ir1r1rtiw5Q/featured 

Extremely Crazy Project Ideas

If you're daring and willing to waste a whole bunch of supplies and your time, then here is a list of crazy ideas to create: A portable bow that comes in three pieces A crossbow shield (Like Hiccup's from How to Train Your Dragon) Inferno from How to Train Your Dragon A telescopic sword A water tap that runs with a soda bottle reservoir A cardboard gun that shoots paper bullets with a trigger Write a book Draw the world with every single country If these seem weird, just know that I did all of the above except the draw the world challenge and Inferno, though I plan to build that flaming sword soon! (Just to be safe, I plan to do so in winter when there is snow outside!)

Project Ideas for Kids Younger than Ten

So, you want to make a project but don't have any ideas? Well, here's a nice list: breastplates helmet hanger bow arrows toilet paper tube binoculars shield ninja stars posters for your room I hope that you find these helpful!

How to Build Arrows (easier)

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If you had built the bow, but need arrows, fear not! This post will tell you how. So, the first thing you need to do is get a piece of letter-size paper. Start rolling it into a tube, rolling it from the corner, not from the width side. When you have finished roiling, then place a bit of tape to hold it in place. Cut off one end slightly about one inch and then cut a groove with scissors to make it easier to put it on your bow.  That's it! I hope you have fun!

How to Build a Bow (easier)

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Becoming Robin Hood is always fun. In this post, I will show you how to build a nice bow to play with. So, the first thing you will need is an old plastic coat hanger, like the one you would find at the mall, like this: Then cut off the hook part, like this: Finally, tie a rubber band to both sides, and you have a bow! And now you're good to go! Now all you need is arrows...

How to Build a Breastplate (easier)

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Building a breastplate is easy and simple. Down below, I will show you how. So the first thing you will need is two sheets of cardboard large enough to cover your torso. Cut them both in the shape you want, like down below:  You would want to do the same for the other side, which will be for your back. Decorate now if you wish. then punch two holes at the top for your arms and two holes at the bottom for your sides. Loop some string through them, and you're good to go!

How to make a Shield

Shields are the best in combat (especially if your little sister is throwing paper ninja stars at you!) It will defend you. I've made two types of shields, but the simple one was more successful than the one with the hidden crossbow. (I might get into that later. For now, forget it.) So the first thing you will need, is, of course, cardboard. Get one sheet about the size of your forearm minimum (My biggest was about the size of my torso.) Cut it into a rectangular shape, which is the best and most protective one, better than a circle. If you want to, paint it now. (Aluminum foil doesn't really work for this. I tried.)  So now you should have a nice rectangular shape.  Cut strips of cardboard and glue it to the back, one for the forearm and another to grip with your hand for better balance. Mark the spots with a pencil and glue the strips with hot glue. The best way to do this is to make the strips look slightly like a Greek omega. (Sorry. Percy Jackson fan.) Now you can defend...