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Has anyone attempted to gut a Master Replica Puppet and make it into an actual puppet? (I did a search on the forum and couldnt find anything on the subject.)

BUMP. Anyone know about Kevin Clash's set of rules that Melonpool was talkin about?

My knife has a removable blade for washing. I bought a 2nd replacement blade and cut it short.

I've looked up microphones on this forum. I haven't seen any posts on the newer mics used in the live stuff like Puppet Up. I see them wearing headbands. Does anyone know what kind of mics are these and if a similar thing is available on the market?

I just really liked it and I'm worried its gonna be gone for good. ANy idea on when its going back up? BB?

Anyone know whats going on with the website? I dont know who runs it so I dont know who to ask.. Figured, the person running it would be around here.

Welcome spritegage, There are some books, but the best way to learn is to watch. Watch as many performances (video or live) as you can. The more you watch the more you'll learn. Of course trying out what you see and practicing it goes without saying. Practicing in front of a mirror helps. I...

Does anyone know of anything ordinary upholstery foam cam be treated with to lengthen its longevity/durability? I know an ordinary puppet can last about 10 years before needing repair or replacement.

Anyone know of any diagrams or explanations on how the Giant's moving jaw is achieved? Its not animatronic. I know it was mentioned on the Jim Henson Hour Secrets of the Muppets episode. http://images1.wikia.nocookie.net/muppet/images/1/18/Theheartlessgiant.jpg I'm trying to build a...

I've done a bit of research on maintaining the voice for singing. Anyone know anything about vocal maintenance for character voices? Some of the Muppet performers have kept their characters consistent for decades. (Kevin Clash for example.) How does one maintain the voice of a character...

Kevin Clash's "No Touch" rules? Really? Wow. I'd love to find out if anyone knows!

okay, I guess noboday has anything to say about this?

Hey guys, Been a long while since I last posted. I've recently started a new project that involves live up close interaction with kids. Most of the stuff I've done was filmed or on stage. In my focus groups I've noticed kids are always touching the puppets, an obviously undesirable thing...

Monster's lip/Eyes? Hey, cool puppet! Curious, You have a couple of horned monsters in your banner on the bottom of the page. What did you use for their lips? Is it shaved foam? Antron covered foam? Also, What do you use for eyes? Your close up shot of the ebay puppet doesn't look like...

nice job! Very cool. If I might make a suggestion...the pupils might need a little touch up.

Anyone know of any good techniques or materials for giving polyfoam various textures that resemble real objects such as a saucy meatball (glossy) or a brick (brittle).

Not to be obnoxiously critical, but why doesnt his mouth close all the way?

This is cool. How does it work though? and whats that triggered device he attached the string to?

Hey bezalel, I know this isn't usually done, but I'm trying to give my new puppet as many features as possible, including the ability to "smoke" a real cigarette. In order for that to happen, he needs to be able to hold a cigarette he's asked for, ergo the flat eric question. I'm still in the...

i dunno. doesnt look like it.