Mr. Boom-Boom the Paper Book Puppet
Before you begin I suggest making a copy of your cut-out paper puppet. This copy can be your “practice” doll. Once you've figured out how the whole thing works you’re ready for the real deal! I suggest you use a very sharp knife or razor-blade when making the cut across his groin. If your cutting implement is too dull, it will produce a ‘wrinkled’ cut, that is noticeable. Read all instructions before you begin.
Once you’ve cut out all the parts of your paper puppet. You’re ready to put it together!
Step 1
This is the back. Notice that I’ve taped the support to the back. You can use paste or tape or whatever you want.
Notice also how the penis is slotted through a thin slice in the puppet and folded to secure it in place. Do not affix the penis to the puppet. If you do, you can’t switch out “happy” and “sad’ penises.
I’ve inserted the “sad” penis for this example.
Step 2
Simply slide the support in between two books.
Notice how the penis ‘hangs’.
Step 2 (Part 2)
There’s the puppet. Standing up, held in place by the book support.
There it is!
With a whole bunch of other bookshelf trinkets..