How to Make a Shoebox Foosball Game

How to Make a Shoebox Foosball Game

Cut out the Goals

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Find the center point on the box and sketch out a goal. The smaller the goal, the more challenging it will be to score! Cut out with an X-Acto knife.

Cover the Box With Duct Tape

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First, cover the box with the white tape, then add a row of blue tape on the top edge. This will make your box nice and sturdy.

Make the Field

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Cut the green paper to fit inside the bottom of the box. Using a ruler and the white paint pen, draw the goal boxes and the center line. Use a cup to trace the center circle.

Make Holes for the Dowels

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Measure out four holes on each side, roughly evenly spaced out. Using the end of a pair of scissors, poke holes in the box and insert the dowels.

Paint the Players

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Pick your team colors and paint the clothespins. Cut each cork in half, paint on some hair.

Line Up the Players

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Clip the players onto the dowels, then using the glue gun, attach the heads. Find a friend to play you, drop in the ball, and see who can score a gooooooooaaallll!!