Greetings from south africa I'm the leader of a puppet group who do shows for the underprivileged all over africa. I'm looking to make a load of new puppets so I'm here for advice and ideas

Welcome to Puppets and Stuff.

Welcome to Puppets and Stuff......... you will find a lot of ideas to help you with your projects here.... and lots of support to.

I see so thank you so much. We have bought most of our puppets thanks to donations but we end up paying so much for postage. I really want to build a giant african tortoise puppet that the operator actually on the floor behind the shell. Has anyone seen anything like this before if so have you seen plans or sketches

Welcome to P&S! I had the opportunity to visit your beautiful country last November. I brought a small puppet show to many children, including some very poor children. It was a wonderful time for me. Good luck in your work!

Well if you ever come back let me know I welcome all puppeteers my group can learn so much from you

It will be a while, but I'd sure like to return.

Welcome boostergold! You seem to be a bag full of ideas and I am sure that you will find help in this awesome forum (Sorry, gigant is a bit off my scale, so I have no ideas for your turtle)! Greetings from Germany!

Welcome to the forum! I know you will find just what you are looking for in the way of advice, ideas and help! Can't wait to see pictures!

Well I already have the head shape adapted the scooter head. And found a company that will cut it too my plan all in all 30rand which is super cheap lol next have to figure the shell