Audrey II from Little Shop of Horrors

[@nickbollendorf5068]

This is really helpful!! I am doing a Little Shop Of Horrors cosplay this year, and this was the best video on making an Audrey ii puppet. Although, I wish you could’ve done a voiceover to explain what to get and what steps to do, were confused at first, but we got it. But thank you for this video! Helped a lot

[@masonbarton]

glad you like the video and hoped it helped. I too wish I could have provided more info for you all. was just trying to briefly document what I did. I just made it all up as I went.

[@Moai_dude-o6e]

Cosplay I'm doing a hole ass play

[@davef85]

This was the most helpful resource I've seen on creating an Audrey II puppet!!! Many thanks!!

[@masonbarton]

very welcome.

[@torctorctorc]

oh man, i just got the idea to do this today, and here's such a magnificent one already.

[@amandaharig1978]

Bloody brilliant! Hysterically witty and beautifully designed, I wish I could come up with adequate accolades for the time and attention you put into this puppet. Bravo! The video compilation was certainly well done, too. Had me laughing a few times.

[@buckybarnesnobles]

I'm being Seymour this year for Halloween! this'll be perfect ! having songs quietly play as I go trick or treat with twoey!!

[@masonbarton]

Love it!

[@taylorthomas4222]

Same!

[@nightgallows3483]

You're damn right this has no dislikes.

[@cody1981]

NightGallows people sees this comment and someone has to dislike it.

[@t.lanfield1936]

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[@vg2binkey884]

This would be so cute for halloween and to be seeing:) somebody doing thisin public:)

[@amandastill5124]

25 dislikes

[@breadinacan2460]

Awesome video! I've been planning to make an Audrey II with an intergrated glucose meter, so that it can actually "eat" blood. Don't know if it'll end up working, but this video was very usefull in showing me how to create its head. Very good tutorial!

[@masonbarton]

ha! i'd love to see how it turns out. good luck

[@evaslabek7348]

This tutorial video is AMAZING! Both FUNNY and very INFORMATIVE!!! Truly Fantastic!!! I definitely will recreate this Audrey II from Little Shop of Horrors puppet in the future for one of my Halloween parties! Thank you so much!!!! Love all the amazing details in your 3D design puppet with the use of vivid colours, textures and fine details! Great Job!

[@masonbarton]

Eva thank you for the very nice feedback. I'm glad you enjoyed the video so much. Good luck if you decide to make your own. Its a very fun project and people love it.

[@delightfulmochas]

This is amazing! Great details and construction.

[@MusicByAllonaMayost]

I am actually attempting my own crochet Audrey 2

[@RGJubilee]

Wow!!! you did a grate job on your puppet of Audrey 2. I made one but yours is better thank you for showing me how to make it better.

[@masonbarton]

Thank you.

[@christiantshibanda5089]

Mason Barton you inspired me to build plants

[@christiantshibanda5089]

They are huge now

[@christopherharris2879]

Brilliant, I love it!

[@livelaughlove0209]

This is absolutely incredible

[@YourLocalOpossum]

i was going to make myself one of these, so what kind of clay should i use; air dry or oven bake? and also do you just measure your finger size for each hole? Also, that is one amazing puppet!

[@masonbarton]

Thanks! I would recommend air dry clay. I just molded the clay around my fingers then pulled them out and let dry. Unfortunately this makes it not as easy for others to use. Good luck.

[@YourLocalOpossum]

Mason Barton thanks! also i had spare Styrofoam for my project, so i made lil tiny audrey 2s to stick in my puppet. thanks forinspiring me to make my own

[@sergioburgosca]

This is amazing! ❤

[@CatchThesePaws]

My art school is doing LSoH this year! I want to be in charge of puppet making and even puppeteering, and I’ve got a friend who’s even better at puppets specifically! I can do the cosmetics of the puppets I guess Anyway, I’m very excited and this was fantastic inspiration!

[@masonbarton]

Love the play so much! Thanks for the comment. Good luck.

[@CatchThesePaws]

@@masonbarton thank you!

[@MasseyKY]

This is great, just started making my own puppet and this is very inspiring. 🌿🍃👽

[@masonbarton]

Good luck! I hope it turns out great!

[@remiliusmusic]

This is the best tutorial that I've seen so far! I just have a couple questions. 1. How did you cut the head so there is space in the mouth? I understand the sharpie marks at 0:22 show the basic outline of where you cut the outside. Did you just estimate and guess the amount of space needed for in the mouth? 2. In the leaves of the stem, is there a sleeve? Or do you just stick your hand in? 3. When using modeling clay, I noticed that the thumb goes on the bottom half, and the middle three fingers go on the top half of audrey. Where does the pinky go? Other than that, you did a good job of documenting the process! This is the best video I could find!

[@masonbarton]

so sorry I haven't replied. Just noticed I missed some comments. Yes I just hollowed out the head using a hot wire foam carver but you could try other tools. basically just left about an inch or so thickness everywhere. yes the stem is a green felt sleeve that I glued leaves onto. It is attached to the head of the plant as well. the thumb and pinky control the bottom half of the plant and the other fingers control the top and the tongue. Hope all this helps. thanks for the comment

[@breannaparker5546]

Wow! This is spectacular!

[@masonbarton]

Thanks for kind words.

[@narcisosoriano1359]

Best audrey 2 i have ever seen

[@masonbarton]

Thank you for the kind comment

[@julietawapetona6954]

IM IN LOVE W/YOU, this is so USEFULL AND GREAT, thank you SO MUCH

[@masonbarton]

Julieta Wapetona thank you!

[@julietawapetona6954]

NP man!! you deserve the best

[@emilythepenguin4397]

lol

[@Hinatachan360]

What a cute yet terrifying puppet! 💗😨

[@RicoTheFox1]

Now I want one! Where can I get one?

[@russthompson5971]

Any chance you have a written up version on the how to?? Looks amazing and I'd like to see if I could replicate it.

[@masonbarton]

I don't. I'm sorry. Good luck however. I hope it turns out great!

[@sophiedanon7491]

That is just brilliant ! I love it so much !! Thank you for the video and the explanations you gave in the other comments !

[@jubileejess]

So cool! 😎 What an awesome job!!!

[@DreamDancer82]

I need one of these. Audrey II sings The Four Tops.

[@clevermariobros8307]

This is cool

[@nathanforester5993]

A very helpful tutorial, thanks for showing me this.

[@masonbarton]

Thanks for the comment.

[@knellycornnan5132]

Wow. This is pretty awesome. I'd love to try making something like this someday. *Thumbs up*

[@masonbarton]

Thanks for the compliment. Good luck if you decide to make one. You can do it!

[@RealBase4ever]

Thats soooooo Awesome!!!!!!! 😱😱😱

[@MissArtlover76]

This is the best video I have seen in a long time!! what a beautiful Audrey, thank you very much for sharing. xx Vicky

[@masonbarton]

Thank u for the compliment

[@bigaparker1977]

I can't believe this is this popular. I loved this when I was a kid. How much for one?

[@masonbarton]

Thank u for the kind words. I don’t have any to sell. Sorry.

[@drtek1329]

Genius!!! Thank you for sharing your puppetry construction, and articulation skills to Make A2 come alive in front of our very eyes!! How would you maybe Rx to preserve the foam parts from degrading by use...It looks like you have maybe employed a bit of paper mache (at 1:10 in the video), tissue paper to stabilize the construction? Using the faux Amaranthus tendrils was genius! May I ask what is the hinge tape at the skull... perhaps linen art framing matting tape? please explain the faux hand construction...sorry, saw that in the bottom comments. May I humbly ask if you used a finishing spray? Love, LOve, LOVE!

[@masonbarton]

Thanks for the kind comments. I did paper maché for a few reasons. 1 - I like that it makes all the added elements looks cohesive. 1 - I like the subtle wrinkles it does. 3 - It protects the foam and gives a better painting surface. Especially if you use spray paint as that would eat the foam. The hinge you are referring to is just extra green felt I just hot glued on. I did coat the eyes and teeth and inside the mouth with a high gloss varnish and the rest with a matte finish. As far as the hand and arm construction, maybe check my blog post about this. I posted more information there. amasonsayswhat.blogspot.com/2016/10/audrey-ii-from-little-shop-of-horrors.html

[@drtek1329]

@@masonbarton Thank you Mason for your reply and for sharing your secrets. This seems to be my latest mission.

[@marcie1781]

This is such a great puppet! Im making something like this for Halloween this year, and I was wondering what tool you used to cut the mannequin head and how did you make it hollow?

[@masonbarton]

Thanks. And good luck on yours. I used a hot wire tool.

[@valeriesanchez3074]

I love that movie still

[@Rose-fb3qo]

Wow!!!!! You are AMAZING!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@mickenzielayson9365]

Hey love your design! Just wondering how you were able to sculpt the foam head so perfectly? Mine is kinda crumbling

[@knowyourjoe8826]

Fantastic Job! I saw a recent video that K and T do Halloween did on a static man eating plant build and went to the YT rabbit hole to see if there was an animated version of one. You have set the bar. Congratulations. Do you still have it and how well has it held up as this video was posted a few years ago? Thanks for sharing!

[@masonbarton]

Thanks for the positive feedback! Its held up well. Granted I don't like play with it daily or anything. But its good solid material. Would imagine it will hold up just fine for many years.

[@nibblescakes1]

Made my daughter Halloween costume. Wish I could post a pic. Thank for toturial.

[@melissamurphy4841]

Tell me you sell these!!! Love it!!!

[@masonbarton]

thanks! Its on my list to try and make a mold of it to make duplicates. obviously going on many years now and still haven't . maybe one day. lol

[@Jonathan-ui2oi]

This is such a useful resource to making an Audrey II Puppet! Thank you so much for posting this! I’m planning to be Seymour for Halloween, so I want to get ready now :) I have a few questions about the process which I’d appreciate if you’d clarify: 1. Did the clay crack when drying? 2. Where did you purchase the leaves from? 3. Were there any difficulties in making the coat to put your arm through? 4. If you were ever to re-do this project again, what would you differently to make it better? I’d be over the moon if you responded, but you don’t have to if you don’t want to :)I plan on making a process video as well so any advice would be very helpful. More than anything else, just want to commend you on the outcome of the project- it’s great! Thank you so much again for the video 🤠

[@masonbarton]

Good luck making yours. I hope it turns out amazing! The clay I used did not crack for me. I got the leaves and foliage from a Michaels craft store. Maybe Hobby Lobby as well. Tips when making the coat would be cut a small hole at first then make it bigger if needed. My jacket fitting was a total hack job. I made a fake arm out of packing tape. Theres tutorials about it. Basically cover your arm with clear wrap then packing tap on top of that. Cut it off of you and reattach where you cut. Then stuff with whatever. Do this in the bent arm position it will be in when holding the pot. Then I used more packing tape to sort or make a harness for the fake arm to attach to my shoulder. I hope that helps. I know its vague but like I said, it was a hack job. If I were to do this again I would come up with a better way to attach the fake arm to my body. I would also maybe make it so when the mouth is closed you don't see the teeth. Good luck! I would love to see how yours turns out.

[@Jonathan-ui2oi]

Mason Barton Thank you for responding, I really appreciate it! I’ll definitely try the tape technique.

[@zombreighapocalypse]

awesome video! just a couple of questions 1. did you paper mache this puppet at all/what did you do to smooth out the exterior? 2. how did you make the stem/sleeve for this puppet?

[@masonbarton]

Thanks! The exterior was already smooth from the mannequin foam head. I did not paper mache anything. I did lay down some tissue and glue/water mixture to cover all the stem detail on the head. I guess that could count as paper mache. The sleeve is just green fabric. I just made a long sleeve tube. Hot glued the seem instead of sewing and hot glued all the fake foliage to the sleeve. Hope this helps.

[@zombreighapocalypse]

Mason Barton this helps a lot, thank you! i’m making a twoie of my one for halloween and this video was extremely useful.

[@zombreighapocalypse]

sorry to bother you again, but i have one more (hopefully final) question; did you do anything to prevent the clay from cracking?

[@masonbarton]

someone else mentioned their clay cracks. I did not have that problem with mine. So i don't have any tips as far as that goes. sorry. maybe try and google that issue.

[@jc2367]

great job my man.

[@cody1981]

If you could make another one at what price would you sell it? I am such a huge fan and this is so amazing

[@hamaman9671]

This is great! How did you attach the bottom and top halves of the head?

[@masonbarton]

I made a sort of ball and socket type grooves at the back of the top and bottom then just attached a piece of green felt. You can see it at about the 1:36 mark in the video.

[@SuperMarioJustin4]

Now make him sing Four Tops.

[@davidclark1725]

Hello Mason! The illusion is amazing! Would you share your tips for creating the "wrap around" hand portion?

[@masonbarton]

Thank you! I bought a plastic fake hand at a halloween store and took a heat gun to it to mold it to better shape it to look like its holding the pot. then repainted it to my skin colors. I cut out a piece of the pot about halfway down to be able to put my bicep in. I made a strip of the green felt that attaches to the pot and loops over my bicep to the other side of the pot so that the pot basically is attached to that arm and I dont have to worry about holding it with my other hand. I put foam in the bottom half of the pot that my elbow rests on and covered with green felt. I got an old jacket and cut a hole in the front next to where the sleeve starts. Thats where your real arm comes out of. Then I saran wrapped my real arm and then package taped on top of that then cut it off my arm. I taped together where I cut and stuffed the fake arm with old grocery bags. I attached the fake hand at the end of the fake arm. Build a nice shoulder area that can sort of cup over your real shoulder. Then I made tape belts that wrapped around my body so the arm felt real secure to me and wouldn't just fall off. lol. I velcroed the fake hand to the pot but you could glue it even. Anyway, hope that helps. You inspired me to take some pics and I'll post them on my blog post about this. That may also help. I know others have asked as well. Thanks for reaching out.

[@ThePinkpopdiva]

Hi, I'm not sure if you're still answering questions about this but I was wondering where you bought the leaves/foliage. Especially the long narrow leaves (?) around the base?

[@masonbarton]

ThePinkpopdiva I got all the leaves and foliage at michaels.

[@Dazzlingdiamond14]

Hes absolutely fabulous do you do commissions? 💕

[@masonbarton]

Thanks so much for the compliment. I would consider commissions.

[@julietawapetona6954]

Im making my own on 15 feb 😂do you give me any advice?

[@eddie-fi4kx]

where did you get the plant pot? ive been looking on amazon for a big plant pot but i really cant find any that look like that and that are big enough

[@masonbarton]

I think probably Home Depot or lowes. Try there.

[@FlowerTrash_]

What did you use to cut out the inside of the styrofoam head to hollow it out, but get that curved out place to put all the teeth, and such?

[@masonbarton]

I used a hot wire. The gums the teeth went into was the DAS clay. The lips too. And teeth.

[@FlowerTrash_]

@@masonbarton Ah! Tysm, I was curious about that! I watched the movie recently, and because of that I wanted to try and make a hand puppet as well just for cosplay and/or Halloween. So I've been looking at this video for inspiration on how I should maybe do some parts :))

[@dalekbieber]

awesome video

[@JesusGarcia-bz5wf]

It looks like the one from the movie

[@LaurenPaigeSQL]

After applying the clay pieces and before painting, it looks like something was applied. What did you put on top?

[@masonbarton]

Its basically paper mâché. I used a mixture of water and Elmers glue then just a non texture paper towel and cover everything then let dry and prime for painting. I like the texture the maché gives and makes everything look cohesive. You could google how to make spell books for more information on the technique. I just notice you ask this question a while ago and I never replied. sorry. hope this helps.

[@justinstewart9107]

What are the veins made of?

[@jamesfry7838]

Mason, can you help me find the video where you built the plant? I only see the finished product. Thank you.

[@masonbarton]

JAMES FRY this is the only video I have. It shows somewhat my process. Granted not very detailed but it may help.

[@mordecai7755]

So the only foam head I could find is one with facial details, having eyes, lips, and a nose. Will that be a problem?

[@masonbarton]

Mordecai I would suggest just sanding those features down.

[@cody1981]

I’m making my own now, how did you connect both top and bottom pieces of the head?

[@masonbarton]

Cody M. At about 1:45 u can see that I glued felt pieces to the top and bottom in the back. Hope that helps

[@seanparker7203]

i love this

[@ticooo69]

Hi ! Is the foam head was empty inside? How did you make it so smooth inside ? 🤗

[@masonbarton]

I carved out the inside with a hot wire foam cutter. Hope that helps.

[@chandlereverhart7339]

Do you think you could explain how the fake arm works?

[@M4zz0.B0n3z]

I’m interested in making one myself, do you have any tips? Also how long did it take to make the puppet?

[@masonbarton]

BoneJuice my tip would be to look over the comments. Many peoples questions have been answered and good advice given. Good luck!!

[@M4zz0.B0n3z]

@@masonbarton oh yes, I was already skimming through the comments after I posted it, thank you! peace and love

[@solved-in-the-dark]

Okay I did not notice there was a mannequin hand

[@asa-hl1dr]

I'm late, but how did you make the holes for your fingers? And what did you make the tounge out of (at the top part, and bottom)

[@CarmieLovesMakeup]

Hi Mason, I was just curious how did you carve the styrofoam? How did you get it so smooth? I’m trying to make just the head for a door decorating competition at my work.

[@masonbarton]

I used a hot wire tool to carve. good luck!

[@saidokurakutm3328]

Is this the only puppet you have

[@masonbarton]

Saido Kuraku yep. Never made one before.

[@saidokurakutm3328]

Mason Barton You should make the other phases and make them rental puppets for plays =)

[@underscorekay]

@@masonbarton well thats an insanely good first try.

[@craigcreative1796]

Awesome job! Can I just pay you to make me one?

[@masonbarton]

you're so kind. thank you

[@dylangregory4313]

What was used for the green vines om top

[@masonbarton]

I went to my local craft store michaels and hobby lobby and looked thru all their faux plants and flowers. found some with wire inside that I loved to be able to shape how I wanted. loved that I found those light green dangly ones. The ones on top of the head were from some fake leaves. I liked their plastic stems so I ripped away the leaf parts and kept the plastic stem/veins.

[@_kitski_]

That is amazing! Did you use anything to prime it after painting? Looks shinier at the end

[@masonbarton]

Thanks! Its just acrylic paint but then I brushed on some varnish on the lips and inside the mouth and teeth.

[@lindagsanchez5]

I was wondering what you used to make the tongue ?

[@masonbarton]

I shaped some tin foil then covered that with the das modeling shown at :32. Then shaped it again. When it dried i used a drexel to make the designs. Hope this helps.

[@lindagsanchez5]

Thank you so much !

[@kasepap]

Yes

[@LaurenPaigeSQL]

Question: What did you put over top of the styrofoam and clay? It looks like there was a layer after the clay dried before painting. Paper mache?

[@ScorpionStrike7]

Nice

[@makedawilliams2831]

Epic💥

[@julietawapetona6954]

did you have any problems?

[@masonbarton]

The biggest problem was getting the teeth just right so that the mouth would mostly close. I used a dremmel to trim them down after they had hardened. Also a good technique to use a dremel for any other details. Also, the whole thing fits best on my hand and fingers. If I were to make it again, I would maybe figure out a better way to make it more universally fit everyone. Most people can work the mouth but can't get the tongue to stay on. Good luck. I'd love to see how yours turns out.

[@julietawapetona6954]

Mason Barton thank you very much OWO!!!!! I only have one head so it's just a single try 😂 and I think is going to be a disaster, well, I KNOW it's going to be a disaster

[@masonbarton]

no, you got this!

[@julietawapetona6954]

Mason Barton AWW💕

[@classicalheroes8910]

wait whats the tounge made of?

[@masonbarton]

The DAS clay. Tin foil inside to use less clay

[@classicalheroes8910]

@@masonbarton oh that makes sense! for some reason in my mind i assimed it was a sillicone material

[@izzyboola8889]

What did you use to sculpt the foam?

[@masonbarton]

hot wire cutter.

[@marv3380]

Are you doing those for sale?

[@masonbarton]

I'm not unfortunately. Thanks for asking.

[@ireallydidntwanttomakeanac575]

Hi, I'm wondering how you cut the foam head. I was inspired to create my own and I just recently bought a foam head off of Amazon.

[@masonbarton]

I think i just replied to you via email. Good luck!

[@lkrproductions835]

Thank you, for posting this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@masonbarton]

You're welcome! I hope it helped.

[@youcant05]

Plz need to know how to make

[@silverpslm]

I've never heard of DAS before. How much did you use for the puppet?

[@masonbarton]

Not much at all. Maybe half the block? I used it for the lips and the teeth. Takes some getting used to but it dries super hard and didn't crack or shrink on me. Wet your fingers to smooth it out. Good luck.

[@silverpslm]

@@masonbarton Did you use it for the gums to stick the teeth into?

[@masonbarton]

@@silverpslm oh yes. and the gums. sorry forgot about that. hmmm and the tongue. been a while.

[@silverpslm]

@@masonbarton Did you use the full styrofoam head, minus the neck, for the face? Using a similar bust and not sure if I should just cut it in half, or stop at the grin and go up.

[@masonbarton]

@@silverpslm I used the entire head. I cut off the neck. Its basically cut in half. I also remembered that I used some of the DAS clay to sculpt around my fingers.

[@catodonnell1131]

Hi! Was just wondering if you used any specific sort of paint for this, or did you just use any old paint? Thanks!

[@masonbarton]

Cat O'Donnell just normal acrylic. Water it down to the consistency u like.

[@catodonnell1131]

thank you! :)

[@AutisticBearLover]

Okay I now have a new art project

[@lexieelvin4137]

Quick question, just wondering how you attached the head to the stem of the plant. Did you just hot glue some leaves to it? That's all i can think to do... (I'm making one at the moment, and have almost finished, just got the stem left to do)

[@masonbarton]

The stem is just a green fabric sleeve that I covered with leaves and such. Its attached to the head with just hot glue then covered with more leaves so none of the green fabric shows anywhere. Good luck finishing it. Would love to see the final product.

[@lexieelvin4137]

Mason Barton I finished it! How can I get a photo to you? I couldn’t get my hands on a foam head, so I used bits of old foam from under the house. In fact, almost the whole thing was made from scraps, or things I already had around the house. The only thing I bought was the leaves

[@masonbarton]

Way to go using items you already had! You can send a pic to my email: [e-mail] Can't wait to see what you've created.

[@haileyg4766]

sounds rad ! could u send me a pic at [e-mail]

[@midorito_101]

Is the tongue easy to keep on your fingers?

[@masonbarton]

yeah, its molded to my finger size.

[@seanparker7203]

where did you get the head from

[@masonbarton]

I picked it up at Hobby Lobby. Most craft stores should have foam heads.

[@seanparker7203]

thank you

[@smartgo2874]

Cargamos

[@abbymiller2403]

What material did you use for Audrey 2???????????

[@masonbarton]

what do you mean exactly? did you watch the video? I tried to show all the materials I used.

[@twiztidhatchetgirl9138]

I luv it

[@cassiemariemeyers]

Oh nvm I thought it moved on its own

[@ZaquiNirvana]

Hi there. Do you make these and sell them?

[@masonbarton]

It was a one time project. Would like to make another some day but don't see that happening anytime soon

[@danisandoval1150]

whats the white stuff you put over the head at 1:19 ?

[@masonbarton]

basically paper mâché. I used a Elmers glue and water mixture then paper towels. This covers the entire thing allowing paint to go on better and I like the wrinkles and texture it gives it.

[@danisandoval1150]

@@masonbarton thank you so much!

[@slnix0406]

How do you move the mouth?

[@masonbarton]

its a puppet. my hand is up the stalk of the plant. Thats a fake hand holding the pot.

[@slnix0406]

@@masonbarton I meant how did you place the holes so you can move it with your hand? I'm using your video to create one myself and I can't seem to figure out how exactly to place the holes

[@masonbarton]

Paige Fell down 1:05-1:20 are the best views of how I did the finger holes. I sculpted them around my fingers with the clay. If I were to make this again I’m not sure I would do it this same way. So not much help sorry. Maybe think of something that works for you. Good luck. My pinky and thumb were sculpted to fit the bottom mouth piece while the three other fingers are used on the top piece.

[@dylangregory4313]

Video needs explanatiob on what was used etc.....

[@1nf3st3d7]

💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@juliebork]

Would you consider selling one?

[@masonbarton]

Maybe if I got around to making another one. I'll let you know if I do.

[@crazyaboutdisney1901]

Mason Barton Yes I would so interested in buying one if you get a chance to sell, you did an amazing job

[@Njoydancing]

WOW! same here. How much so I can save up???