That glue—Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue—soon became a staple of the growing American crafting movement. Today, it’s been a trusted tool in the hands of makers for 75 years.

The best glues for felt have a thicker consistency that won't soak into the material. As you shop, consider the other materials you'll be working with, too.

To build the scroll bars, glue pieces of the wood game lengthwise together in a row. The tutorial uses a mix of tacky glue and hot glue to hold them firmly together.

A 4-ounce bottle of Tacky Glue retails for about $8 on Amazon and might not last very long. Luckily, you can make your own craft glue with ingredients from your pantry.