People around Scotland will soon be able to catch a glimpse of the best solar eclipse in almost thirty years this evening.
Around 95% of the sun will slowly disappear behind the moon this evening, which will be the most dramatic eclipse visible from the country since 1999 with no other eclipse equal to this predicted until 2081.
While it is an exciting phenomenon, it is important to never look directly at an eclipse as it could cause serious damage to the eyes - even without causing any pain.
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But if you aren’t among the lucky few who were able to get their hands on a pair of special social eclipse glasses to watch the sky safely, there is no need to despair.
While you can simply grab a couple of sheets of paper or even a colander to watch the sun disappear, if you want something a little more special here is how you can make your own pinhole projector to view the solar eclipse in 2026.
5. Step 4: Grab a sheet of paper or some tinfoil
Grab either a sheet of paper or tinfoil and cut it to be slightly larger than the hole in the box. This is so you can tape it down easily. | The Scotsman
6. Step 5: Tape the paper or tinfoil to the outside of the hole
Here I used tinfoil as it is what I had available, but simply place the paper or tinfoil over the hole and secure using tape. | The Scotsman
7. Step 6: Poke a small hole through the material
Whether you use tinfoil or paper, take a pin and carefully pierce the material. The hole may be large or small, but it’s important to note that this is what will determine how large the projection will be. Here I used a sewing pin, but thumbtacks or items such as safety pins will also work. | The Scotsman
8. Step 7: Place a sheet of paper inside the box on the opposite side of your cut out
As demonstrated here with my glamorous assistant (who kept trying to sit in the box), place a sheet of white paper or card inside the box at the opposite end of your cut out. | The Scotsman