Hapalop the 3-toed Sloth was built by Jen McClure

Hapalop is one of the most feared and terror inducing creatures of the Brazilian rainforest. He is both a shadow and a legend, being the only carnivorous sloth in the jungle. His self confessed fierce appetite has resulted in the lengthening of the endangered species list. Despite spending most of his time camouflaged by the moss of trees, it’s a rare and beautiful sight to find him soaking up the sun after a heavy downpour, to be enjoyed only by the most brave or cautious. Also, he lies a lot.

The proportions of Hapalop are perfect for a sloth, it screams slow motion :-) The subtle smile and long fingernails make this creature a great character. The Roly puppet pattern was used to create Hapalop.

It’s time to get the faux fur out and start building a puppet from Project Puppet’s amazing new pattern! The Borsa is a pattern which will allow you to use live hand performing.

Even though the pattern is in the Monster Series of patterns don’t let that hinder your imagination…remember that Project Puppet Patterns allow you the flexibility to alter the design; allowing you can create all kinds of amazing puppet characters! Get yours now!

Chris Chamäleon was built by Jessica Bruckschen (Germany)

Chris is 73 years old, but he looks much younger. He is proud about that, because he is a little bit vain. He does not want to sit everywhere. He always looks about the colour before he sits down, because he just wants to change into colours he likes. Sometimes this is a ittle bit exhausting, but apart from that he is a very nice guy! He lives in my houseplants and tells jokes the whole day. With Chris life is never boring. Chris loves catching and eating flies, what is very practical for me. I still try to make him eating spiders (That would be MORE practical for me) but he is afraid about them, just like me.

I love the adjustable tail, tongue and hands! Chris was only the second puppet Jessica has ever built; I think we will be seeing more amazing creations from Jessica in the future! Very impressive work!

Here is Xylem by Gary McNeil II. Xylem is chief lore master of the Phloemenians. Is he animal, vegetable or mineral? Perhaps some of each, little is known of his kind. Few dare to venture under the dark canopy of the world’s most deadly jungle and risk encountering the frumious beasts that dwell there.

Like all Phloemenians, Xlyem is a master of camouflage – but he is hardly meek. His four arms, connected by a membrane of skin, allow him to glide through the jungle canopy faster than the strike of a bandersnatch. He uses the inner surface of the membrane; with its bright “eye spots”, to dazzle his foes in battle. A moment’s distraction: snicker-snack! His obsidian blade will fly past tooth, horn and claw to bury itself in a scaly hide. Xylem proudly displays a trophy of one such encounter – the gnarled claw of a Jabberwock!Young Phloemenian sprouts treat Xylem with a fearful respect and listen attentively to his words. It is from him they learn to mimic the call of the jubjub bird and to recognize the holes where the slithy toves dwell. Only through his teachings can they hope to survive in a land where life is as fleeting as it is abundant.

Holy imagination Batman! This puppet is very ingenious, and looks like it could be a character on Fraggle Rock. Nice work Gary!

I’m glad to announce that Puppeteers Unite is posting enteries from the last Project Puppet’s 2009 Puppet Building Contest! 

Our first puppet is by Tara Hynes - Ozone the Frog, born in South Louisiana in a murky pond with his 300 other tadpole brother and sisters. He knew from an early age that he and he alone was destined for greatness. He set out on his own when he was just able to hop away to find his life of greatness. He landed in my back yard with hopes and dreams to change the world. As a frog he knows that climate change is happening and wants to help spread the word about it. He hopes that with his good looks and piercing eyes he can help you to decide to reduce, reuse, and recycle so he and all the frogs of the world can go on to live happy lives.

I love the position of the legs on Ozone, they add a sense of realism to the characters stance. The choice of colour perfectly matches that of a Red Eyed Tree Frog! I don’t know if this is the inspiration for her character but nicely done!

Ozone was created using the glorified sock puppet pattern with a few modifications.

Went to the Dr.’s I have h1n1 and acute bronchitis. Will try to post as soon as I become better.  Sorry.

Okay I lied, I’m posting before Monday. I saw this and just had to post it.
In the latest Sesame Street episode Adam Sandler not only talks about himself in the third person, he also sings a song about Elmo! I love the cast of puppet characters who come out and act out the lyrics; especially the dragon. Enjoy!

I totally apologize for not blogging over the past week. I have come down with a severe flu and had been in bed since last Monday. Today is the first day I have been feeling a little better and I hope (by Monday) to start posting again.

This is not me- I just found it on Youtube. Wishing you all a safe and fun Halloween.

Franky and Mr. Scott is a new Kids Video Series. Their newest episode “Nite Nite w/Franky” has Franky being read a Bible story each night by Mr. Scott. One of the creators, Frank  Rodriguez has been performing for church audiences for the past 9 years in Castle Rock Colorado for Vacation Bible School and decided to venture out and make short videos telling bible stories, biblical and non biblical application stories, and just put out good plain wholesome family entertainment. Great work, hope to see more.