needed supplies:

If you have any of the desired items below and wish to donate them to a good cause, you found the place! We will happily take these items from you and create a bit of magic with them! You will be happy you did such a deed! Contact details below.

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​For Puppet BASIC STRUCTURE & FRAME

  PVC pipes or bamboo poles – for the main skeleton/frame

  Cardboard – lightweight base for shapes and structure

  Pool noodles – for shaping limbs or soft structure

  Wire (armature wire or floral wire) – for shaping and flexibility

  Duct tape & masking tape – strong hold and for binding materials

  Zip ties / cable ties – for securing joints and support

  Hot glue gun + glue sticks – for quick, strong attachment

  Wooden dowels or broomsticks – for control rods or supports

  Backpack harness or support vest

       to comfortably wear or carry the puppet

  Bike helmets or chest straps – if wearable or head-supported
 

For Puppet SKIN & SURFACE MATERIALS

  Paper mâché supplies: newspaper, flour/water paste or Mod Podge

  Fabric (lightweight like muslin, cotton, felt, or upcycled clothing)

  Foam sheets / EVA foam –

      for detailing, facial features, and structure

  Paint (acrylic or tempera) – for decoration and details

  Spray paint (for base coating large areas)

  Yarn / raffia / ribbons – for hair, fringe, or texture

  Craft foam or felt – for eyes, lips, textures

  Gesso or primer – for prepping surfaces before painting

 

For Puppet MOVEMENT & DETAILS

  Elastic / bungee cords – to create movement in limbs

  Velcro or snaps – for removable parts or costumes

  Fishing line / monofilament – invisible movement aid

  Eye hooks / hinges – for jointed, movable parts

  Pulleys – if your puppet includes animated features

 TOOLS

  Scissors

  Utility knife / box cutter

  Pliers

  Staple gun

  Ruler / measuring tape

  Needle & thread / sewing machine

  Cutting mat

  Paint brushes & sponges

OPTIONAL DECORATIVE EXTRAS

  LED lights or battery-powered string lights

  Glitter (eco-friendly if possible!)

  Feathers, beads, buttons

  Bells or small instruments for sound

  Flags, banners, or flowing fabric