Handmade capsule toy machines with everyday materials! Easy craft ideas you can make
The capsule toy machines we were obsessed with as kids…
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to recreate that thrill yourself? Actually, you can handcraft a realistic capsule toy machine using everyday materials! In this article, we’ll show you how to make one with items like cardboard, paper cups, and milk cartons—materials you likely have at home or can easily get—so both craft enthusiasts and beginners can enjoy.
Why not make your own original capsule machine and fill it with your favorite trinkets, snacks, or cards?
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Handmade Gachapon with Everyday Materials! Easy Craft Ideas (21–30)
Gumball capsule machine made with origami

Let’s make a colorful gumball machine! Here’s an idea for a gumball capsule machine made with origami.
If cutting cardboard is tricky, or if you simply enjoy crafting with origami, this origami gumball machine idea is perfect.
You’ll need origami paper, bubble gum, thick paper/cardstock, a clear plastic sheet, scissors, and more.
The steps are a bit challenging, so it’s best for children to try it together with a parent or guardian.
The mechanism where turning the handle dispenses a gumball is really fun!
Handmade UFO catcher with magnets

A handmade UFO catcher that combines colored paper clips and neodymium magnets is a unique craft that uses magnetism.
Fix the magnet to the end of a string and secure it firmly with glue.
For the main body, connect two plastic bottle caps vertically with masking tape, adding thickness to the sides so that the clips won’t stick to them.
Thread the string through the caps to complete the arm.
Pre-drill a hole in a clear bottle, pass the string with the main body through it, and drop the clips inside.
When lowered, the magnet attracts the clips; when pulled up, the distance increases and the clips release—just like a real claw machine.
It’s a clever idea that makes good use of magnetic properties.
Lego capsule toy

Let’s try building one with blocks! Here are some ideas for a LEGO gashapon (capsule toy) machine.
How about using block parts to create an exciting gashapon? All you need are LEGO pieces and marbles.
Adjust the marble size to match your LEGO build.
Even kids who have gotten a bit bored with LEGO will likely be thrilled to play with this.
You could also change the color of just one marble to make a “winner,” which sounds like a fun twist!
How to make a chopstick gun

In addition to chopsticks and rubber bands, this chopstick gun uses cardboard and duct tape to combine into a pistol-like appearance.
The basic firing mechanism is assembled from chopsticks and rubber bands, and then a grip and decorations are attached using cardboard and tape.
Since you’ll end up covering the whole thing with tape so it looks like a pistol, it’s important to build a sturdy base beforehand.
Let’s also pay attention to how we decorate it to make it look as realistic as possible.
cosmetics gacha
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Exciting gachapon! Here are some ideas for a cosmetics-themed gacha.
In recent years, you often see realistic cosmetic-motif gachapon in gacha corners and shops.
This time, let’s try making a DIY cosmetics gacha.
You’ll need cardboard, a utility knife, tape, a pen, capsules, and cosmetics.
The thrill of not knowing what will come out—guaranteed excitement! If you love cosmetics or enjoy making things, give it a try.



