Rabu, 11 Juni 2014

Uses For Handmade Full Body Puppets For Sale

By Kenya Campos


There are many arenas in which individuals can purchase a variety of costumes and designs. When it comes to locating handmade full body puppets for sale, this is another story. Researching various online websites which offer craft and theatrical supplies can often be a good start.

While often based on specific characters or themes, custom orders are also available. These can be especially helpful for those wanting a unique design. Custom orders are also essential when needing more than one design of the same character or a set of related ones as often no two are exactly alike.

Circuses, festivals, schools and theaters are often the most likely place to see these a puppets in action . Many vending booths and related shops also offer at least a few for sale. Those looking to purchase one may want to remain flexible as to desired style as no two are alike. That is, unless one places a custom order which can include multiple puppets of the same design.

When unable to find the type of character one is looking for, making the costume or life sized puppet is another option. Those interested in creating and designing life sized puppets can often find a list of items needed along with instructions on many craft oriented websites. After which, the individual can obtain the different pieces and fabrics from local craft oriented retailers, or online.

The more colorful the life sized character costume or puppet, the better. Audiences are often left in shock and awe when seeing a colorful character in action. Whether walking on stilts, or wearing a costume moved by the individuals' own body parts, color and add-ons such as beads, gems and moving parts often excite the crowd whether at a festival, in a parade or as part of a theater production.

Whether buying or making a full sized body puppet, there are some things which are important to consider. The individual wearing a costume design has to be able to see, breathe and walk without tripping oneself or others. Creating air holes in the nose area and eyes are of great importance as to provide a safe experiencing while dressed in any costume. It is highly recommended that those walking on stilts attached to a giant puppet be trained by a professional stilt walker to avoid injury.

When creating a life sized character by hand, it is important to use light weight fabric as individuals can often become overheated when wearing costumes made of heavier fabrics like leather and velvet. Cotton or hemp can provide a lighter weight costume that is both easy to wear and move. Heavier fabrics can also pose a problem when it comes to ease of movement so lighter weight options are often preferable.

It is important that when using a character or other trademarked image to obtain permission before creating and wearing the design. This is because when using a copyright or trademark without permission, the owner of the costume or the event promoter may find oneself in legal trouble. There are a number of copyrights and trademarks which have expired as well as a number of characters now available in the public domain individuals can use to avoid any legal issues.

It is good to acquire liability insurance if not covered by an event promoter. If there were to be an injury while walking on stilts, or wearing a costume oriented puppet, the owner of the puppet or promoter may be held responsible. One reason most event promoters either provide or require liability insurance from those wishing to wear or work these giant puppets.




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