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Because everybody needs one.

Step 1: Watch Space Monkey 2000

Some dudes made this at my first film school:
For some reason it's been a part of me ever since.

Step 2: Needful Things

-Pair of socks (coloured toe and heel preferred).
-Needle.
-Thread.
-Embroidery yarn (or more thread that contrasts with your sock).
-Scissors.
-Stuffing fluff.
-Sewing machine that does zigzags (optional).