Check out this very cool article on how to create your own motion controlled robot from everyday objects. In this instance cardboard was used to connect everything and create the robot but other materials can be used. You can check out the video of the guy operating it as well as the full guide with all the materials needed at http://www.xtr3d.com/create-your-own-motion-controlled-robot/#.Vf68jd-eDRY . If you try making it let me know how it goes.