How to Make a Muppet from Scratch! - Puppet Nerd - DIY

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  • @DistoryDan
    @DistoryDan 7 місяців тому +119

    BRB building an army of puppets.

    • @heatherfoy458
      @heatherfoy458 6 місяців тому +5

      since i started watching his videos thats what ive been doing

    • @ImranKhan-sl3jf
      @ImranKhan-sl3jf 4 місяці тому

      Can you please make me a puppet? Sadly, I live in the UK, but can you at least show me I'll tell you why I want him to look like blonde hair and superhero top

    • @SmashingJack
      @SmashingJack 2 місяці тому

      @@ImranKhan-sl3jf There are people who sell that service

  • @saeidehrad5070
    @saeidehrad5070 7 місяців тому +117

    Makes me happy to see you healthy and running, I pray for you all the time

    • @PuppetNerd
      @PuppetNerd  7 місяців тому +55

      This is a re-upload from my original build-series from 7 years ago.

    • @BaptistJoshua
      @BaptistJoshua 7 місяців тому

      ​@@PuppetNerdPlease look into turmeric for nerve repair.

    • @dominoes64
      @dominoes64 4 місяці тому +5

      @@PuppetNerd oh

  • @jamesm.sullivan6928
    @jamesm.sullivan6928 6 місяців тому +43

    I watched your videos years ago to learn how to make puppets and since then I have made dozens of puppets to donate to children undergoing long-term treatment in hospitals, and to kids in counseling in need of a friend to talk to. The puppets have helped many kids get through difficult times. Thank You.

    • @lsanz8742
      @lsanz8742 6 місяців тому +3

      Thanks to you mate 🙋🏽‍♂ Acts like yours make a better world for all of us.

    • @nydiacanas603
      @nydiacanas603 6 місяців тому +1

      Thank you James for your kindness. May God bless you.
      😇
      🙏

  • @Arlofan
    @Arlofan 7 місяців тому +65

    The originals of these videos were incredibly helpful. So nice to see a recut/remastered sort of release now. Feels strange without that music looping!

    • @PuppetNerd
      @PuppetNerd  7 місяців тому +20

      So many people complained about the music. At the time I thought it made the videos look more professional. But it was just annoying.

    • @Binksinboots
      @Binksinboots 7 місяців тому +2

      @@PuppetNerdIt was definitely…persistent, haha.

    • @Miss_Heed_Lover
      @Miss_Heed_Lover 7 місяців тому +1

      ​@@PuppetNerd Nah, Believe me, it's fine like this. everyone has other preferences, not everyone can be satisfied

    • @ladyc7282
      @ladyc7282 6 місяців тому +1

      I’m also glad you put in the voice over explanation-that sounds more recently recorded. I hope you are seeing some improvement.

    • @PurpleGuyMakesBeats
      @PurpleGuyMakesBeats 3 місяці тому

      @@ladyc7282this was recorded months ago

  • @AVspectre
    @AVspectre 7 місяців тому +21

    I really appreciate you suggesting people practice on the free ones before buying a paid pattern. Good way to ensure people don’t get discouraged by taking on more than they are ready for right away.
    Also: grating Monster Clay is a great idea to condition it into a sculpt-able softness. :)

  • @janethickey5162
    @janethickey5162 24 дні тому +1

    I am amazed at your generosity in sharing your process for making a puppet. Your skill at communication your process was a joy to watch. I found you on Reddit while searching for information on carving a marionette. Now I need to make a puppet. I wish you success on your healing journey.

  • @animbuskiwi
    @animbuskiwi 4 місяці тому +8

    Hihi! Back in May of '21 your original "make a muppet" clips helped me make my first muppet-esque puppets. I was taking a wee jaunt down instagram memory lane, looking at the things I had made and done in the Lockdown times, and to my chagrin, had NO idea of the life rollercoaster you had subsequently found yourself on! (Frickety Frickin' Frack, matey. Glad You Are Here!)
    Anyhoo, heck yes. Excellent guide to making Muppets. Go do the thing, random stranger! Do it more than once.
    A person can do a lot in a weekend with some foam, felt, and an inspirational series of muppet-making videos. Trust me. Better yet, trust Adam!!
    So thanks again. I still haul out the smaller one for giving 'unsolicited puppet opinions' to friends. He's a wee shite, and I wouldn't have had him without your help.
    Bestest wishes to you and your fam.

  • @user-on9rs3yx3s
    @user-on9rs3yx3s 6 місяців тому +3

    I just watched Arlo's video from a few months ago who mentioned you & your channel & your health issue. My heart sank knowing that your channel may have gone dormant in the time since his video, but i'm so pleased to see that you're still uploading! In another life (where i have disposable income) I would LOVE to have a puppet made by you. Thanks for being such a positive influence on the platform, and thanks for giving me the opportunity to reflect. Take care mate, I wish you all the best! I'll be tuning in to your channel regularly from now on :)

  • @cannibalisticcereal2898
    @cannibalisticcereal2898 4 місяці тому +2

    I’m making a puppet for my Ap Art class. I’ve always been interested in puppets and the general concept of live props and bringing characters to life. Basically I’ve never made anything quite like this before and I’m choosing this as my final project and getting out of my comfort zone and this channel is helping me so much

  • @JustPleinBilly
    @JustPleinBilly 7 місяців тому +7

    Wish my grand daughter was old enough to be a part of this. Maybe in 3-4 years she will be ready for this.

  • @autumnishere5838
    @autumnishere5838 7 місяців тому +8

    Hi adam, you've really inspired me since i was in middle school, ive wanted to make puppets but this art seemed so unattainable, but your videos showed me that puppet making and puppeteering is incredibly approachable. I've made a puppet for myself and im currently working on one for my little sisters birthday. Thank you!❤❤ I hope you make a full recovery❤

  • @raehauck4737
    @raehauck4737 7 місяців тому +1

    Adam, thanks for sharing the joy of puppetry with us. Your enthusiasm is contagious... Thinking of you and your family as you gain strength each day. Angels are with you. The best is yet to be.

  • @sherrina75
    @sherrina75 7 місяців тому +4

    Can't tell you how happy I am to see you have uploaded a new video

  • @mikwee
    @mikwee 6 місяців тому +3

    Did I hear correctly… a SKA theme song?!
    I love this channel even more now

  • @ronan-outoftime
    @ronan-outoftime 6 місяців тому +17

    date idea: make puppets for each other

  • @DougPalumbo
    @DougPalumbo 7 місяців тому +3

    Inspiring, educational and entertaining! Nice to see this in one comprehensive video! Continued love, appreciation and prayers to you and your family!

  • @ThePamster
    @ThePamster 7 місяців тому +5

    Such a great series! Thank you for the wonderful tutorials on puppet making, you are a talented creator and we are so lucky for you sharing your experiences and knowledge with the world. I appreciate it so much. ♥

  • @AnapaulaCondecanaviri
    @AnapaulaCondecanaviri Місяць тому

    Thank you! I really needed a video for this, thank you for this! I hope your account keeps growing!!

  • @Jordan_Varesi
    @Jordan_Varesi 2 місяці тому

    Adam, I don't know if you'll see this comment, but I want to say, as someone who loves puppetry and teaching, you're a huge inspiration to me! I'm nearing the end of my degree in elementary education, and I remember my first-grade teacher, like you, also incorporated puppets in the classroom, and I can't wait to do the same! I am planning on making a live-hand puppet, similar to Oscar the Grouch or Trekkie. Still working out the details on how to make the body and arms for a puppet so wide and hairy haha
    Wishing you the best,
    Jordan McGuire
    Edit* I just found your video, "How to Make A Live Hand Sack Puppet! Big Mack Pattern!" It's exactly what I've been looking for!

  • @lit3home
    @lit3home 7 місяців тому

    I'm so glad to see an upload from you. I hope that you've recovered somewhat from that awful seizure a month ago. Thinking of you and rooting for your recovery! You can do this!

  • @MiguelGamesYT_OFC
    @MiguelGamesYT_OFC 7 місяців тому +4

    You are back!! Happy to see you!!!!!! ❤

    • @ZenHulk
      @ZenHulk 7 місяців тому

      Time on you tube does not work like real life.

    • @MiguelGamesYT_OFC
      @MiguelGamesYT_OFC 7 місяців тому +1

      @@ZenHulk Ummmm, what?

    • @bran7134
      @bran7134 6 місяців тому +1

      I wish that was the case. He's still in need of a lot of our prayers with his health. This is video from like 6-7 years ago. He's such a warrior though and I'm confident he's trying in all of his strength to get back to this point, for we all know how much he lives for making puppets and bringing us along to nerd out with him.

  • @jesusalways45
    @jesusalways45 7 місяців тому +8

    Praying for you!

  • @midnightwaffles243
    @midnightwaffles243 7 місяців тому +1

    So happy to see you back and running!

    • @tophattomm
      @tophattomm 4 місяці тому

      this is a reupload of his series from a few years ago.

  • @Puppet_Gamer
    @Puppet_Gamer 6 місяців тому +1

    Adam, I bought your book a while ago. I'll read it while brainstorming ideas for my own puppets.

  • @JaredJavanSaenz
    @JaredJavanSaenz 4 місяці тому +2

    Hey! Huge fan! For when you do the neck, it seems like there’s added fabric to the neck that I didn’t see the step for

  • @nelsonyiap81
    @nelsonyiap81 2 місяці тому +2

    Is your website down? I can't access your link

  • @BradFeeser
    @BradFeeser 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for the help! About to shoot some videos for a new project… inspired by my creative hero Jim Henson! Can’t wait to dive into making some puppets! Your channel rocks!

  • @danielwolmarans9881
    @danielwolmarans9881 3 місяці тому

    You are really amazingly talented! Thanks for sharing your skills and passion! I love your video's!

  • @XemeraldXD
    @XemeraldXD 7 місяців тому +2

    Great to see you again! Hope youre doing alright! This is perfect timing, ive been thinking about finally committing to it and just making a puppet ❤

    • @PuppetNerd
      @PuppetNerd  7 місяців тому +3

      This is a re-upload from my original build-series from 7 years ago.

    • @XemeraldXD
      @XemeraldXD 7 місяців тому +5

      @@PuppetNerd i still appreciate the upload, even just to see your name pop up in my notifications again :)

  • @Hondunu
    @Hondunu 7 місяців тому +10

    Any updates on your health? I hope you're alright.

  • @NewHappyBirthdaySongs
    @NewHappyBirthdaySongs 6 місяців тому +1

    Your Tutorials are amazing. Thank you!

  • @ringbling420
    @ringbling420 3 місяці тому

    I'm using these videos to make a set of puppets for a comedic channel idea I've had brewing for a while - hope to have something up in the next month

  • @ImagineThatPuppets
    @ImagineThatPuppets 7 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for everything! Really love your work!

  • @Miss_Heed_Lover
    @Miss_Heed_Lover 7 місяців тому +1

    Man i love this man and this compilation

  • @PhlexTheRidiculous
    @PhlexTheRidiculous 5 місяців тому

    Super cool tutorial! I’ve always wanted to be a Puppeteer. I’m on my way to start making a puppet. Thanks bro.

  • @crookedbuns
    @crookedbuns 7 місяців тому +1

    Almost 2 hours of content? Let's go!

  • @kittydoescosplay2416
    @kittydoescosplay2416 7 місяців тому +4

    It's so interesting watching this as an ex-fursuit maker. You might want to watch some videos on that process because the processes are very similar and I think you might be able to shave off a few steps in your process that are "unnecessary".

    • @AVspectre
      @AVspectre 7 місяців тому +1

      I am always fascinated by the overlapping skills and techniques between different creative paths and areas. I enjoy watching all sorts of creators, builders, makers, crafters, artists do their amazing work and its a joy to see the similarities and differences in approaches.

  • @pamelacain2541
    @pamelacain2541 7 місяців тому

    I love that little shirt. Thank you tor the puppet making lesson.

  • @gamedesign1
    @gamedesign1 7 місяців тому

    Thanks for putting this collection together 👍😁

  • @annabearsley857
    @annabearsley857 2 місяці тому +1

    Hey there! Does anyone know where we can find the patterns he mentions throughout the video? The website is down and I can't seem to access any of it :(

  • @garde1257
    @garde1257 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for condensing this into one vid, you are awesome

  • @sapphireblue694
    @sapphireblue694 4 місяці тому

    This is so, so helpful. Thank you so much. Do you have any ideas on how to make this process more sustainable? (ex: how to find secondhand materials, eco-conscious/alternative materials, material recycling/saving/reuse etc)

  • @onemilepictures
    @onemilepictures 5 місяців тому +1

    What firmness do you order when purchasing the dryfast foam?

  • @PaesRosana
    @PaesRosana Місяць тому

    It´s Amazing!!! I love it!!!

  • @SoyDannyArroyo
    @SoyDannyArroyo 7 місяців тому

    I Made some puppets thanks to your patterns, your'e a really big inspiration.

  • @FlamesOfTheRuined
    @FlamesOfTheRuined 3 дні тому

    How much antron/nylon fleece and foam sheets do you recommend getting for a single project? I don’t want to buy too much that won’t get used, but I want to have enough in case I make a mistake. That, and I want to set an ideal budget to how much I should consider for the project.

  • @danielasilverio5758
    @danielasilverio5758 5 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for this DIY, it helped me a lot. I love your channel and your videos. ☺

  • @desertgamers6065
    @desertgamers6065 7 місяців тому +1

    Wonderful

  • @robertcarey45
    @robertcarey45 7 місяців тому +1

    I love it.

  • @jaydenviera3857
    @jaydenviera3857 7 місяців тому +1

    I see that I needed some tips on this I want to make my own puppets myself to cause I already did my channel and I just need my characters!

  • @gern864
    @gern864 7 місяців тому

    You are the best. Really enjoy your channel.

  • @tiagomoreira8742
    @tiagomoreira8742 5 днів тому

    Great video, link for free patterns its down, is there any other method to get them? Thanks

  • @fomoscomicsandpopculture
    @fomoscomicsandpopculture 7 місяців тому

    Hey Adam ❤. Great video 👍🏽. I saw that puppet camp sold out this year. Awesome

    • @PuppetNerd
      @PuppetNerd  7 місяців тому +1

      Nope not sold out. It didn’t launch yet.

  • @StupidEarthlings
    @StupidEarthlings 3 місяці тому

    Love his hair.. almost 'puppet like'.. 😂❤

  • @monster0033
    @monster0033 4 місяці тому

    When making the mouth plate for a puppet design, how far of your hand should fit into the mouth? I recently had a custom puppet made and the guy who did it didn't ask enough questions and when I got the final design, I couldn't even fit my arm up into the head. Once he fixed that, then I also realized that my hand would only fit about 2 knuckles of my hand into the mouth piece which made it nearly impossible for me to operate. So, here I am after paying a hefty amount for a custom one, and not happy with the results, or the puppet, and now figuring out how to design my own since I'm going to be using said puppet for my Podcast and had to wait all this time to get a defective custom one that I can't use or fix.

  • @Michellerosecusack
    @Michellerosecusack 3 місяці тому

    Sorta related, but most likely off-topic. ( I did not watch the video, but I enjoy watching you work.)
    How would you make a frog tongue made out of fabric that recoils when not in use? I know there are paper-made ones, but that can't work because I want to make the frog washable and durable so the critter can have a longer life. And many options are not transferable from paper to fabric, or ones that I can think of anyway.
    I thought some air pump-to-tube system might work, and this is not a novel idea, but I can't seem to find anything durable that would roll up like that dang roll-up paper party favour whistle. Slap bracelets may do, but they won't recoil back into the critter.
    For context, I make crochet soft toys for kids, and I am interested in creating a small device that, when squeezed, the tongue pops out. So it's got to be safe.
    Thanks in advance if you decide to discuss this further and share your ideas, any references or resources to help me on my quest. Or consider helping more of us make a video about it so others don't need to look at one more stinking paper frog or puppet with no tongue action. Why do I feel like I am reinventing the wheel here?

  • @SuperJeffyRyan
    @SuperJeffyRyan 4 місяці тому +1

  • @QuinnParrish
    @QuinnParrish 7 місяців тому +1

    Awesome!

  • @chrissutton3440
    @chrissutton3440 6 місяців тому

    Hey there adam u have really really inspired me to make puppets and with my kids are still ypong they are excited for what i do.. ive already made a puppet already from your gluing video and im looking to get my own sewing machine and learn how to sew properly... ive even got 2kgs of clayto make my own patterns.. my autistic daughter wants me to make a unicorn puppet lol don't suppose u made one? Some people think im a loser making puppets but i enjoy it 😊Thank u for your inspiration and i ŵish u all the best and luv from the uk

  • @StupidEarthlings
    @StupidEarthlings 3 місяці тому

    "ADAM!!! Where's all the tops to the storage containers!??"
    😂

  • @jessicafogel8410
    @jessicafogel8410 7 місяців тому

    I wish there was a supplies list, I can definitely see myself making many trips back to the store as I go through this process 😆🤦‍♀️

    • @PuppetNerd
      @PuppetNerd  6 місяців тому

      In the description.

    • @tophattomm
      @tophattomm 4 місяці тому

      ​@@PuppetNerd thanks! i didnt notice that but its very helpful

  • @lizlovestruecrime983
    @lizlovestruecrime983 22 дні тому

    What are the darts for?

  • @cloudycrisps7290
    @cloudycrisps7290 Місяць тому

    Arlo sighted at 0:09 !!!

  • @Blend._exe
    @Blend._exe 2 місяці тому +2

    The Puppet Nerd website wont work for me

  • @timwilson9480
    @timwilson9480 6 місяців тому

    how do you make a mouth that goes directly across the face?

  • @CameronTheWeirdo
    @CameronTheWeirdo 7 місяців тому +3

    WOOOOO

    • @PuppetNerd
      @PuppetNerd  7 місяців тому +6

      No music and all in one shot!

  • @yourrandomyoutuber2211
    @yourrandomyoutuber2211 6 місяців тому +1

    I hope you are doing well man

  • @SebastianKorabek
    @SebastianKorabek 5 місяців тому

    Hey Adam im new and i seen your puppets makes and i want you to show your puppet colection

  • @arian1308
    @arian1308 5 місяців тому

    Should we print the pattern on A4 paper?

  • @Spidermonkeythereal
    @Spidermonkeythereal Місяць тому

    When I tried to get the free pattern on the website it said the site no longer exists

  • @timwilson9480
    @timwilson9480 6 місяців тому

    awesome!

  • @DuelingDemiGodAuteur
    @DuelingDemiGodAuteur 7 місяців тому

    Great new video!!

  • @dejahmiller4452
    @dejahmiller4452 4 місяці тому

    Can you help with the people make a blitz puppet

    • @tophattomm
      @tophattomm 4 місяці тому

      a fellow helluva boss fan!!!

  • @DjFizzy-ye7fb
    @DjFizzy-ye7fb 6 місяців тому

    do you know about the two Headed Monsters from sesame street? i really want to learn to do it so badly can you tell or show me pls

  • @Master1-f6o
    @Master1-f6o 4 місяці тому

    Can you make a puppet tutorial on how to make a puppet only with home supplies

  • @TheStylishDunk-u1v
    @TheStylishDunk-u1v 5 місяців тому +1

    what happened to the puppet nerd website?

  • @henry-stephane
    @henry-stephane 6 місяців тому

    Hello, I didn't know how to contact you, so I'm giving you a little comment. For my stories that I tell with "Fréquence Interdite", I would eventually like to design a slightly frightening puppet which, like Crypte Show did at the time, will help me tell my stories in a new way. Do you have any advice for making this puppet ? Maybe one of your videos that I haven't seen yet ? Anyway, I love your work. Thank you very much for everything you do. Kisses from France 😘

  • @zpfrimmer
    @zpfrimmer 5 місяців тому

    What kind of glue is that?

  • @SingSangEntertainment
    @SingSangEntertainment 6 місяців тому

    Could you make a Video about How to make a skinny puppet?

  • @Justsomeothers
    @Justsomeothers 6 місяців тому

    I heard somebody in the comments say that this was a remaster and if it wasn’t, then I would be happy because I’ve always wanted to join the puppet camp by the way I’m not using this to be mean but I just checked your first video and some of your older videos too, and I honestly thought your hair was always gray, but it wasn’t

    • @PuppetNerd
      @PuppetNerd  6 місяців тому

      Yeah. The original had awful droning music in it.

    • @Justsomeothers
      @Justsomeothers 6 місяців тому

      @@PuppetNerd honestly I don’t see why people have a problem with that because a video without at least a bit of music is like me eating a chicken nugget that isn’t even made out of chicken

    • @Justsomeothers
      @Justsomeothers 6 місяців тому

      @@PuppetNerd also I find your channel very entertaining and I would really love to see more videos of you rebuilding puppets

  • @LaneGibson-r9b
    @LaneGibson-r9b 5 місяців тому

    I don't know how I ended up here but I think I'm gonna make a puppet now

  • @PaulPulapakula
    @PaulPulapakula 6 місяців тому

    Super

  • @StupidEarthlings
    @StupidEarthlings 3 місяці тому

    I noticed Adam doesn't wear a mask when using the Contact Cement...🤔

  • @Random_Bear11
    @Random_Bear11 4 місяці тому

    hey puppet nerd when I was little I always watched you make puppets and I was shocked of all the puppets you made and I was wondering can you make a bear❤ by the way my birthday is September the 3 I was wondering if you can wish me a happy birthday

  • @ZONEY996
    @ZONEY996 5 місяців тому

    When i make puppets i use that pen upure useing

  • @UraniumPopsicle
    @UraniumPopsicle 6 місяців тому

    Hey PN? How do I make a puppet that looks like it's from SML?

  • @busymonke
    @busymonke 7 місяців тому

    My childhood 😁😁

  • @muppetfan77show26
    @muppetfan77show26 7 місяців тому

    I'll make a new puppet in the summer

  • @IcyPuppets-jf5fy
    @IcyPuppets-jf5fy 5 місяців тому +2

    The puppet nerd website does not work

  • @Kazuto999___
    @Kazuto999___ 5 місяців тому +1

    Make DIEGO from the Awkward puppets Chanel his funny asf

  • @comitedebasevirtual9658
    @comitedebasevirtual9658 6 місяців тому

    greate

  • @Master1-f6o
    @Master1-f6o 4 місяці тому

    Is it ok if you make me a puppet I was trying hard but don’t have the supplies so plz if you want to do it then finish it then ship it

  • @Grengriles2763
    @Grengriles2763 7 місяців тому +1

    The only puppet what I have done is getting a Kermit puppet and customising it to make it look like Constantine

  • @StellarBelt
    @StellarBelt 5 місяців тому

    Are Ivan And Lloyd brothers?

    • @tophattomm
      @tophattomm 4 місяці тому

      who is lloyd?

    • @StellarBelt
      @StellarBelt 4 місяці тому

      @@tophattomm The Puppet He Made In This Video

    • @tophattomm
      @tophattomm 4 місяці тому

      @@StellarBelt oohhh thx

  • @Fleuractinggirl
    @Fleuractinggirl 6 місяців тому

    Can I get a hand puppet with sticks ???? For under 100 💶 euros ????

  • @Olly-gx3pb
    @Olly-gx3pb 3 місяці тому

    I’ld like your next puppet tutorial to be how to make a SpongeBob puppet using a sponge ( I did it before)

  • @amandatinajero6533
    @amandatinajero6533 5 місяців тому

    can you make a bart simpson puppet

  • @Specialbrownie47
    @Specialbrownie47 4 місяці тому

    Hey puppet nerd u can u make a murysie bigmouth puppet plz and be safe

  • @Rory432
    @Rory432 3 місяці тому

    1:01:28 bros building jimmy nutron

  • @aprendendocomroquinho
    @aprendendocomroquinho 5 місяців тому

    Seu trabalho é super..... mas hoje gostaria de saber como vc está, querido.... como esta sua saúde? Sou sua fã.....e desejo que esteja bem. Um abraço para vc e sua família.