Fixing lens flare on a budget

I’ve been struggling with lens flare on my shots lately and didn’t want to spend a fortune on lens hoods. I found that a simple black construction paper cut to size and taped around the lens works surprisingly well! Has anyone else tried any DIY hacks for this, or found other budget-friendly solutions?

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