Toilet Paper Puppet Build-Along

Make your own expressive puppet from everyday materials — live on Zoom!

In this live build-along, you’ll learn to create your own character using simple materials like toilet paper rolls, cardboard, and glue. You’ll walk away with a one-of-a-kind puppet that’s ready to perform!

Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or creative kid-at-heart, this class is a joyful dive into the fundamentals of puppet design and movement. 

What you’ll learn

• How to turn household materials into expressive, movable puppets
• The same creative techniques David uses in professional productions
• Character design basics: personality, features, and emotion
• How to bring your puppet to life through movement and performance

Date and Time

⏰ Saturday, December 6 | 10:00-11:30 a.m. CST

📍Location: Online (Zoom)

Class Format

Duration: 90 minutes, online

Ages: 7+ (younger children may need adult help)

• No prior experience required.
• Only one ticket is required per household. (You read that right! Go ahead and throw a puppet-making party!)

Required materials (not included):

• 2 toilet paper rolls
• Scissors
• Hot glue and glue gun
• Small piece of cardboard
• 1 takeout chopstick, dowel rod, or popsicle stick
• 1 rubber band
• Markers, paper, and any fun materials for eyes, hair, or clothing

What to expect

The class begins with a brief introduction and a story about how David started creating TP puppets during the NYC pandemic lockdown. Next, he’ll guide you step-by-step through the build process—from cutting and assembling the mouth mechanism to adding expressive features. 

We’ll end with a show-and-tell where everyone introduces their puppet—and then, a puppet dance party to bring your new characters to life!

Stay Connected

After class, share your creation online and tag @DavidBizzaro — your puppet might be featured on his stories.