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How to get started

But first… a basic glossary of puppet types and puppet theatre terms

Before you can begin to costume your puppet, it will be helpful to know just what type of puppet(s) you are working with, as this can affect the techniques and materials you’ll use. Different types of puppets have different elements to consider when building their costumes and props, and these will play a part in determining how you costume around them. In addition, these terms (along with some basic theatre terms) will be referenced throughout the book; we’ll start with a list of these terms so that, when you see them later in the book, you’ll ...

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