Pinhole camera What you need: cardstock paper (2 pieces), pin/pencil, scissors, aluminum foil, tape Instructions: 1. Fold one piece of cardstock paper in half.

A pinhole camera is a simple, safe and free solution that will allow you to watch a solar eclipse — and all you need are a few basic household supplies.

Here's how to safely observe an eclipse or the Sun with an inexpensive pinhole camera you can make out of a cardboard box.

What happens when you mix a pinhole camera with a vintage twin reflex, then craft the whole thing out of stiff paper? We don’t know, but we’d sure like to find out.

If you doubt the safety of your eclipse-watching glasses or you forgot to buy a pair altogether, here's how to watch the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse without going blind.