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Chapter 2Tools of the Modern Mad Scientist … and Materials, Too

I have tried to make these projects as easy and tool-free as possible while keeping them absolutely awesome, but let’s face the cold, hard reality. Unless you plan on chewing the ends off each piece of craft foam and such, you are going to have to use at least some really basic, bare-bones tools. Remember, the ability to use tools and at least a moderate nod to personal grooming is what separates us from bears with furniture.

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