Furry Puppet Studio Builds Custom Puppets for TV and Ads

Furry Puppet Studio, located at 636 Broadway in Manhattan, specializes in crafting bespoke puppets using foam, fleece, and fabric for various media, including TV commercials and music videos. Each puppet begins with a foam-core structure, to which layers of fleece, rubber skin, or woven fabric are added, tailored to the character's requirements. Notable creations include a rubber octopus with moving mechanical eyes and a life-sized talking refrigerator featuring hinged eyelids. For Apple Japan's iPhone campaign, the studio created realistic puppets resembling Japanese individuals. The "WTF" video by Missy Elliott featured string marionettes that closely mirrored Pharrell Williams and Missy Elliott. Their diverse portfolio encompasses hand puppets, mascot costumes, marionettes, and animatronic effects. Behind-the-scenes photos highlight the transformation from basic foam armature to polished character, showcasing the unique engineering that sets their custom designs apart from standard rental props.