If you forgot your tripod or just need a quick substitute, a soda or water bottle filled with liquid works great after a quick fix on the cap. This is a guide about making a soda bottle tripod.
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DIY $1 Tripod for Your Camera
This video shows how to make an inexpensive but effective tripod for your camera. Be sure to watch the related videos for more thrifty craft ideas.