Re: What tools have you made for yourself? Posted by Abdolos on Feb 04, 2012
My problem with selling the tools I build is that they're specially designed for the method of puppet construction that I invented, so I'm not sure how useful they'd be to other people.
Re: What tools have you made for yourself? Posted by Gail on Feb 07, 2012
Sometimes your idea is a stepping stone to another idea. Maybe your tools will encourage someone on the fence to try your techniques because you made it easier.
Re: Re: What tools have you made for yourself? Posted by DrMegan on Mar 18, 2012
I disliked the wired hands in the Project Puppet patterns, so on the advice of a friend, we started using a wire "E" shape instead.
Dr Jeff and I built a jig to bend the wire into shape.
The hands always turn out perfect, making it easy to churn out a bunch of hands quickly and easily!
Re: What tools have you made for yourself? Posted by Rikka on Mar 19, 2012
Cool idea!
Re: What tools have you made for yourself? Posted by Shawn on Mar 19, 2012
Nice jig! I love your approach to things. Even your tools have humor in them.
Re: What tools have you made for yourself? Posted by Na on Mar 19, 2012
Hand jive
Re: What tools have you made for yourself? Posted by DrMegan on Mar 19, 2012
Thanks! The thought has always been that if we can at least amuse ourselves, we'll hopefully amuse others as well.
Re: What tools have you made for yourself? Posted by Rikka on Mar 20, 2012
Probably the best approach...
Re: What tools have you made for yourself? Posted by Buppetpusker on Mar 20, 2012
That hand jig is an excellent idea, I ought to make one myself!
Re: What tools have you made for yourself? Posted by Puppetainer on Mar 20, 2012
Brilliant! I may have to give that a try. In the very short time you've been here Dr. Megan the Institute has already helped. I think you could be in line for a No Bell Peas Prize!