It's Easy to Learn

The ukulele is easier to learn than the guitar and other stringed instruments like the mandolin. Its soft nylon strings are gentler on your fingertips and don't create finger pain like guitars do. The small size reduces wrist tension because the notes are reachable without stretching. Plus, it only has four strings, which makes chord shapes and scales easier to learn.

It's Affordable

Buying a ukulele won't strain your wallet the way other instruments do. You can buy a nice new uke for around $100, so you don't have to stress about it getting damaged.

It's Portable

It's the ultimate travel instrument. You can take it virtually anywhere. Toss it in the back of your car. Take it to the beach. Bring it on a plane. Drummers and tuba players should be so lucky!

It's Fun and Friendly

The ukulele is an incredibly social instrument because it's not intimidating at all and can be played by anyone, young or old, musician or non-musician. Its happy, joyful tone make it a delight to play and accessible to everyone.

They Just Sound Great

The ukulele has a rich, warm sound that is sure to put a smile on your face and those around you. It's a perfect pick-me-up whether in your bedroom by yourself or at a party with friends.

Songs Easily Adapt to the Ukulele

You can play most popular songs on the ukulele in a variety of genres (yes, even metal). And even those songs with complex chords can be pared down to the ukulele to make them easier to play because of the instruments four strings.

Guitar Technique and Knowledge Translates to the Uke

Guitar players can switch back and forth between the uke with ease. All of the scale and chord shapes that you learned on the guitar can be used on the ukulele, they just have different names.

So what are you waiting for?

Overview

Build and decorate your very own ukulele with the My Ukulele Kit. This do-it-yourself set includes all of the components necessary to assemble a fully functional uke (that's street slang for ukulele).

With the help of a bit of wood glue, a screwdriver, and a drill, you'll be strumming away in a matter of hours. This is an awesome project for kids to do with their parents, as the completed instrument is compact, easy to learn, and fun to play.

The unfinished wood allows you to decorate your ukulele in any number of fun ways.

Ukuleles rock. Build your own and you will rock, too!

Ukulele's are a distinctly Hawaiian instrument. Every chord and strum oozes white sand, a gentle breeze through a palm tree, and a fruity drink with an umbrella. This is the type of instrument that could calm those angry Nickelback Boys.

Now, you can build your own ukulele at home with the My Ukulele Kit!

Strum some sweet songs with the ukulele you built yourself!

This rockin' kit + a few hours = ukulele bliss

The My Ukulele Kit is a wonderful do-it-yourself project. The ukulele's small size makes it a great instrument for kids and the relatively small number of parts ensures a frustration-free building experience.

Did we also mention that everything sounds so darned chill and relaxed on a ukulele? You adults are going to love having this guy around. You can keep your uke next to the couch and strum away without even having to sit up. It's so addictive — especially with the bond created by having built it yourself.

All of the components necessary to build your own ukulele are included in the kit.

Of course it works!

Fun to decorate, too!

The My Ukulele Kit is made from unfinished wood. You can paint it, stain it, adorn it with stickers, embellish it with drawings (perhaps of the Vat19 logo?), or simply leave it "au naturale".

The point is to have fun. So get started and buy, buy, buy!

The Build Your Own Ukulele Kit allows you to design the type of Uke you want.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: How hard is it to build?

Answer: It really isn't too difficult. Including drying time (for gluing the neck to the body), it should only take about 3 hours total.

Please note: The neck fits very snugly into the body and may require a bit of sanding or shaving to fit.

Question: What tools do I need to build it?

Answer: In addition to wood glue, you'll need a Phillips screwdriver and a drill for creating pilot holes to attach the bridge to the body. You may also need a clamp to hold the neck to the body while your wood glue dries.

Question: Does it come with any songs?

Answer: The instructions do include one song, but we think you'll be better off hitting up YouTube. There are many channels devoted to teaching you how to play the ukulele.

Question: Why don't I just buy one that is already made?

Answer: Because building stuff is fun! Being able to personalize the design of your uke along with simply knowing that you put it together makes it special. Roy Hobbs could have used any ol' baseball bat. But carving one himself from a tree struck by lightning? That's how you knock the cover off the ball.

Overview

Playing with a single 2.5mm MicroMagnet might not seem like much fun, but when you're playing with hundreds of those magnets, you won’t be able to keep your fingers off of them!

When manipulated as a group, these miniscule magnets can be shaped and formed like molding clay made of solid metal. Use the included construction guide to learn the basics of building unique and undeniably-cool metallic sculptures.

If you’re not a magnetic Michelangelo, you’ll still love the tactile sensation of those tiny metal orbs on your fingers as you stretch them into a string of neodymium pearls. Equally satisfying is the click of neo-balls snapping together as you create amazingly intricate magnetic designs.

Micro magnificence

Like the atoms that make up our universe—or the members of a boy band—MicroMagnets combine individual components to make a harmonious whole. Building with these tiny pieces lends impressive intricacy to anything you make.

While working with the little orbs can be a challenge at times, it makes it all the more satisfying when you complete your shapes.

Build small in big ways.

Design or fidget

You’ll be amazed how much entertainment you can get out of these itty bitty magnets. You can craft interesting geometric shapes by precisely placing each magnet to create a three-dimensional figure. Or for those of us without that kind of patience, blissfully knead clumps of MicroMagnets to form abstract shapes and release your stress.

However you play, you’ll grow addicted to the sensation of the hundreds of tiny metal massagers running across your fingers.

Make miniature magnetic works.