Popsicle Stick Switchblade

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Popsicle Stick Switchblade

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cool switchblades you can make with just 3 popsicle sticks and 2 rubber bands.

Supplies

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What you need:

3 Popsicle Sticks

2 Rubber bands

Scissors

Making the Blade

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Cut about an inch off the end of one stick. Making a sharp point is optional.

Making the Switch

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Next, you will want to cut a 1.25" piece off the second stick. And then cutting another smaller piece off the longer end about a 1/4 will do.

Assembly

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The image shows how the knife will be laid out.

Attach the Blade

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Wrap a rubber band around the blade and handle. Not too tight, the blade must be able to rotate 180 degrees.

Assembling the Switch

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Place the small 1/4" piece on the handle then put the 1.25" piece on top. And wrap with the rubber band.

Operating the Knife

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Rotate the blade, squeeze the switch open and clasp the blade.