Snip, burn, solder, shred : the $10 electric guitar and 24 more dirt-cheap, DIY diversions

Snip, Burn, Solder, Shred is packed with fun craft and toy-making projects for geeks on a budget.

Inside, you ll find illustrated instructions for 24 quirky playthings.

Part I: Kid Stuff contains child-friendly projects like the Lock-N-Latch Treasure Chest and a PVC TeePee; Part II: The Electro-Skiffle Band is devoted to homemade musical instruments; and Part III: The Locomotivated showcases moving toys, like a muzzleloader that shoots marshmallows and a steam-powered milk-carton boat.

Each project costs just £10 or less to make and is suitable for anyone, regardless of experience level.

As you build, you ll learn useful sewing and carpentry skills, and the appendix offers a primer on electronics and soldering.

You (and your kids) will have hours of fun making projects like: A simple electric guitar An oversized joy buzzer that (safely) administers a 100-volt jolt Cool, mess-free, screen-printed T-shirts Kites made from FedEx envelopes Booming Thunderdrums made from salvaged