Claw Machine Valentine Box
A box with a clear front “window”, mini prizes inside and a working pipe-cleaner claw.
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Vending Machine Valentine Box
A tall box with a clear front showing rows of “snacks” and a slot to post cards.
How to make it
- Stand a shoebox on its end and cut a window in the front.
- Cover the window with clear plastic.
- Glue paper shelves inside with tiny paper or real snack packets.
- Add a button panel and label the card slot “Insert coins”.
What you need
- Shoebox
- Clear plastic
- Card for shelves
- Small snack packets or paper snacks
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