Heard of puppy love? This is “puppet love”!
March 2, 2010 Post a Comment Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010, Netcast 1038
I saw these puppets at Toy Fair and thought they were so cute, and so well made, I really feel in love with them. (But it’s a good, healthy kind of love!) Folkmanis Puppets calls them “The Most Innovative, Creative, Puppet Maker in the World!” Hey, that seems right to me. From their website: “Folkmanis believes imagination is the key to a healthy childhood, encouraging play and discovery to develop the skills necessary in life. The company has been making the most innovative and engaging specialty puppets in the world since 1976, delighting imaginations and winning nearly every industry, child development, and kid-tested award - many repeatedly.” One of my favorites their English Sheepdog. He pants, he barks, he hunts for fleas, he wags his tail, he tilts his head quizzically, he sniffs your sleeve-and he makes your friends believe he's real, all with your help, of course. (There’s a hidden entrance for your hand and long fur hides the secret of your participation.) What amazed me even more were the low prices. The Sheepdog, which is one of their most popular puppets, sells for less than $40. I also love The Raccoon in a garbage can. He’s under $26.00.
Brand new for 2010 is MOZART IN A PIANO. This is a delightful two-handed puppet designed in soft velvet fabrics. Mozart is a removable hand puppet that can be operated while he is hiding inside the grand piano or in the usual outside position. Piano keys can also be animated. Again, the price is great, under $40!
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