second  and third coat of paper.

What did you use as a base for this? Looks like it is a pretty big project, either that or that is a very small chair.

she will be quite large Shawn. I found a series of videos on how to build giant puppets. The link is for making a cardboard base for the head.

I'm fascinated and inspired!  Can't wait to see how your project turns out!  We are in a parade every year in our town and I'm thinking of doing something like this to be different from the other floats.

This is entirely new to me. Looking forward to seeing how you progress.

Great idea for making a base! For those he felt they where left hanging at the end of the video, here is the link to the users list of videos where you can find further instructions. http://www.youtube.com/user/speattie/videos

I'm really excited about this type of puppet as well! she sees us now!

Very nice! You left the skin "raw".  I like that.  I would suggest doing a good clear seal over the entire project just for protection, but then you had most likely already thought of that.

She's looking beautiful!  What kid of character is she going to be?

Each May we participate in All Species Day at the state capitol.
This giant puppet was made by a friend years ago for the spring goddess. I thought we needed another different aspect of the goddess energy,so thats what I'm going for. Not as large as this one. For only one person to wear.