Always wanted to get yourself a projector but could not afford one? Why not build one of your own using a shoe box with these really easy to follow steps by ronald laureta over at instructables.

Step 1: Things that you need

materials:

-magnifying glass (cut handle)

-smartphone

-glue stick

-shoebox (any kind that fits in your phone or tablet)

tools:

-glue gun

-cutter

Step 2: Glue the side of the box

glue the corners of the box to prevent it from wiggling. I’m using hot glue because i ran out of PVA glue.

Step 3: Tracing and cutting a round hole

use a ball pen or a pencil to trace the magnifying glass, now grab your compass and cutter to cut off a perfectly round hole. if you don’t have a cutter you can use a hobby knife.

Step 4: Remove

Remove the cut piece from the box but save it for later.

Step 5: Positioning the lens

Position your lens right in the center.

Step 6: Glue the lens

Step 7: Cut off the protrusion

Use the your previous cut out as a stencil.

Step 8: Make the phone stand

Step 9: Tape your phone

Use a double sided tape to mount the phone in the stand

Step 10: Set your phone

-you must set your phone to the highest brightness.

-then lock your screen

Step 11: Adjust your projector

To adjust the projector you must move your phone backwards until you get the sharpest projection and if it does not work extend the back of the projector.

Step 12: Watch in the dark and enjoy.