Rod and string puppets.Built up on a cross frame using padding.Painted, dressed and varnished .Picture hooks were put into the back of the hands,or wire controls added at wrist.Strong clear fishing gutta was threaded through the picture hooks and connected to a "control"cross shaped piece of wood on top.Once secured, you can begin moving the puppets with these controls.Fabric books are a great way to get samples eg.(clothes on the King).Spray paint kids shoes, rope for braiding, piping, tubing, any fabric to get effects.Old Halloween wigs and fabric for kids soft toys are great for hair.Clothes cut down make good costumes.eg.wiastcoats, ties, dressing gowns ,dresses, blouses, shirts etc.