Step 1: Shopping

Here's a basic shopping list:

Item Quantity Total Price
Bamboo, 1/2" x 4ft 250 $40
Gorilla Glue, 4oz 2 $14
Eyelets, #4, box of 25 6 $37
Eyelets, #6, box of 25 3 $15
Eyelets, #8, box of 50 2 $12
Cable ties, 7.5", pack of 100, 4 $23
UV-resistant (black)

Total price $149

The bamboo came from Butler Bamboo in Santa Ana. They sell to the public, are open weekdays 8:30 - 4, and even take credit cards. They have a good website.

Oh, you also need a table saw to cut the bamboo to the proper dimensions, and gloves when working with the Gorilla Glue. Can't emphasize that enough--even the cleanup part--wear gloves. The stuff is sticky and messy, and you don't want it on your hands.

The cable ties are in the electrical department at Home Depot.

The bulk packs of eyelets are not available at Lowes--it's better to go to the Depot for the eyelets.