Building a light box is pretty easy stuff. A light box is particularly useful for product photography where you need a nice white background. Many people find that their products will actually sell faster with a more professional looking photo. Here you'll find a step by step on how to build your own DIY light box.
Sometimes you go the extra mile to set up a shot for that shock factor.
A replica of the stuffed animal I had when I was born. His name is Hotsy. I used to carry that thing with me everywhere.
My gadget of choice, the wonderful iPod. If you do not have one of these devices yet, you should and you will.