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If you are like me, you probably think that juggling props are all in all too expensive for most young, broke, amateur jugglers. This is specially the case with torches, with basic ones running at about 35$ per torch. Here, I'll show you how to make a set for almost nothing except the wicks, which cost me 30$ from a local retailer.
the torches work great, are strong (although the guards are flimsy), are comfortable to juggle (unlike a basic 35$ torche, which has hard plastic handles that hurt like hell), are well balanced and when fully soaked, give off a HUGE flame. plus, they aren't much heavier than pro torches.
DISCLAIMER: FIRE JUGGLING IS DANGEROUS! If you already juggle, you know that getting hit in the head by a club is easy and hurts like hell when you juggle. Now imagine getting hit by a flaming club. Plus, fire juggling is a wonderfully easy way to set your clothes or hair on fire. So unless you can juggle 3 clubs competently and know the physics of fire, don't use this instructable. fire burns, it's not my fault, so YOU are the one responsible if you hurt someone (including yourself) or set anything on fire (including yourself).
If you are like me, you probably think that juggling props are all in all too expensive for most young, broke, amateur jugglers. This is specially the case with torches, with basic ones running at about 35$ per torch. Here, I'll show you how to make a set for almost nothing except the wicks, which cost me 30$ from a local retailer.
the torches work great, are strong (although the guards are flimsy), are comfortable to juggle (unlike a basic 35$ torche, which has hard plastic handles that hurt like hell), are well balanced and when fully soaked, give off a HUGE flame. plus, they aren't much heavier than pro torches.
DISCLAIMER: FIRE JUGGLING IS DANGEROUS! If you already juggle, you know that getting hit in the head by a club is easy and hurts like hell when you juggle. Now imagine getting hit by a flaming club. Plus, fire juggling is a wonderfully easy way to set your clothes or hair on fire. So unless you can juggle 3 clubs competently and know the physics of fire, don't use this instructable. fire burns, it's not my fault, so YOU are the one responsible if you hurt someone (including yourself) or set anything on fire (including yourself).
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Signing UpStep 1Gather your materials!
Finding what you need should be easy enough.
Tools:
Hammer or Heavy Duty stapler
screwdriver
strong scissors
a saw of your choice
pliers (not essential)
box cutter (not essential)
materials:
kevlar wicking (this is the most expensive part of the project. Ideally, you need 12 per torch of 2 wide wick. a big plus if it has wire woven in it (it'll last longer). you can order yours from most online juggling stores or find it in specialized juggling or toy stores that have a large circus arts section. DO NOT use anything else for the wick! kevlar won't burn up and unravel like cloth or string, and will last up to one year or more if cared of properly.)
a wooden dowel ( I used a broom stick, the diameter was perfect for me)
electrical tape
aluminum tape (the shiny silver tape used to repair ducts(not duct tape!)
thin aluminum sheet (I used aluminum from a pie plate)
a few screws
strong staples or nails
a few washers
foam pipe insulation that fit your dowel (ideal) or nylon rope the thickness of a pencil
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with this you'll be all set to make your torches!
Tools:
Hammer or Heavy Duty stapler
screwdriver
strong scissors
a saw of your choice
pliers (not essential)
box cutter (not essential)
materials:
kevlar wicking (this is the most expensive part of the project. Ideally, you need 12 per torch of 2 wide wick. a big plus if it has wire woven in it (it'll last longer). you can order yours from most online juggling stores or find it in specialized juggling or toy stores that have a large circus arts section. DO NOT use anything else for the wick! kevlar won't burn up and unravel like cloth or string, and will last up to one year or more if cared of properly.)
a wooden dowel ( I used a broom stick, the diameter was perfect for me)
electrical tape
aluminum tape (the shiny silver tape used to repair ducts(not duct tape!)
thin aluminum sheet (I used aluminum from a pie plate)
a few screws
strong staples or nails
a few washers
foam pipe insulation that fit your dowel (ideal) or nylon rope the thickness of a pencil
_
with this you'll be all set to make your torches!
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It's quite basic work, actually. No skills are required other than common sense and the right materials. but I'm glad you enjoyed!
This is bloody brilliant! Really nice work, I will make me some soon. I'll let you know how it goes!