Keagans Korner

A pooter is a device that helps you collect small insects without harming them. You’ll suck them into the jar.

What you need

A jar
A rubber stopper that fits the jar tightly*
2 feet of flexible plastic tubing, about 1/4 inch inside diameter*
Scissors
A 1-inch square of gauze, cheesecloth, or screening
A small rubber band
A power drill with a [...]

1. Read the instructions all the way through once or even twice before you start. This will give you a chance to really understand what you’re about to do.

2. Try to imagine yourself going through each step. This is a well-known approach followed by the best chefs, [...]