Learn how to make a Native American drum with your kids out of objects you already have in your house! Now you can remove the material you used to tie the wood together. This is the body of the drum. Watch the video below to learn how to make a Native American Hand Drum. Reuse food containers such as oatmeal, coffee and cocoa canisters for this simple drum craft project! This holds the drum’s shape. Two holes near the beginning of the overlap and two near the end will work. Thread cordage through the holes three times and tie them on the inside with square knots. Learn to make more Native American Crafts in our Craft Video produced by Noc Bay. Use it for your Thanksgiving play or just for fun! STEP 3: With the 1/8-inch bit, drill a series of holes where there is an overlap. DIY Native American Drum. Thanks for watching and please Subscribe to our channel!