Coffee shops are great places to explore your creativity and come up with new ideas. A little caffeine, some time to play, and the materials at hand can go a long way. With a bit of imagination you can use this construction method to build many other kinds of forms, and this basic component can be combined with other elements to create larger and more impressive pieces. The baristas don’t tend to mind, especially if you tip generously.
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Coffee Shop Construction Toy
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Steps
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Step #1: Collect and cut.
- After you’ve customized your caffeinated beverage of choice at the condiment bar, pick up a few extra items: 12 coffee stirrers and 3 straws. Cut the straws in half, creating 6 connector pieces (if you don’t have scissors, you can do this with 6 full-length straws as well).
- TIP: Soak the stirring sticks in water if you have trouble getting them to bend.