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Building More Than Guitars: How to Start a Local Instrument Makers Meetup
The builder’s experience is the most overlooked parts of a cigar box guitar festival. wanted a quieter space where builders could actually talk, share ideas, and learn from one another. We meet once a month in a classroom at my church, and anywhere from ten to two dozen people usually show up. It’s open to anyone building instruments—not just cigar box guitars.

Shane Speal
Feb 194 min read


VIDEO: How to Make Old Time Copper Wire Frets
Create frets for cigar box guitars using copper wire from a craft store. Tools: hammer & needle nose pliers.

Shane Speal
Dec 29, 20211 min read
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