Step-by-step

Step 1
Cut the overhead sheet into strips the same height as the rows of your light box to make it easy to slide them into place. Next, think up different words for your light box. In our example, we chose ‘magic happens here’.

Step 2
Lightly sketch the expression on an overhead sheet with a pencil and trace over it with the edding 3000 permanent marker. You can decorate the letters as you see fit – add polka dots, use a combination of thick or thin lines, or accentuate individual letters. The permanent ink will dry in no time, after which you can slide your strips into the light box. It’s as simple as that!
Products and materials
Other materials
- Light box with three rows
- Transparent overhead sheet or other similar sheet from a stationery shop
- Scissors
- Ruler
- Pencil
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