Begin a hard-surface modeling exercise in Blender 2.6 by creating a shipping container in this 37-minute tutorial. Cover the blocking-in phase and basic shape creation, including setting up reference objects, crafting back panels and sides, separating the top, mirroring pillars, adding rails and panels, snapping techniques, and constructing bottom panels, L brackets, and door plates. Access source files and additional resources to enhance your learning experience. Part of CG Cookie's Classics series, this archived tutorial offers valuable insights for the Blender community while introducing viewers to CG Cookie's comprehensive training platform.