Frequently Asked Questions / Resources
Here are some online resources we recommend to prepare your for your dummy-building project:
1. Braylu Creations Blog
Braylu Blog: - http://braylu.blogspot.com
New product introductions along with some tips and tricks.
2. “The Fred Project” - http://www.alstevens.com/ventriloquism/fred.html
Ventriloquist and figure maker Al Stevens provides a step-by-step tutorial on building a dummy from a kit called “Fred”. He domonstrates several animation techniques potentially applicable to the parts you’ve purchased.
3. “Vent Into The Mic” - http://www.ventintothemic.blogspot.com
The Kenny Croes blog contains tips, tricks, and utter failures. Kenny designed some of the heads for sale on Braylu Creations and builds dummies with them as well. This is not an organized, chronological instruction site. It’s a blog. If you browse current and previous year’s posts, you’ll find some good advice.
Other websites where you may find helpful hints:
Al Stevens Blog: http://alstevens.blogspot.com
Montana Dan Blog: http://montanadan.blogspot.com
Mike Palma Blog: http://mikepalmasblogspot.blogspot.com
Gepetto’s Workshop: http://stevebarry.blogspot.com
Purchasing
Q1: How can I purchase some of your products?
A1: Most of the items for sale on our site will have a PayPal button located near the item. Just click on the button and it will add it to your PayPal cart. Follow the checkout procedures from there.
Q2: I live outside the United States, how can I purchase some of your products?
A2: Just email us and we will send you the pring with shipping to your country. If interested, we can send you a PayPal invoice for payment.
Installation
Q1: How do I install your legs and arms?
A1: Using a staple gun, staple the top of the leg or arm to the wood body frame. It is best to staple under the leg or arm and fold over to hide the staples.
Q2: How do I install the rubber band from the control stick to the body base?
A2: Take the rubber band and "triple-over" the rubber band to make it shorter. Insert one end of the rubber band to the control stick eye hook and the other to the body base eye hook. Click here to download instructions with photos in pdf format.
Q3: How do I install a padded stomach to Braylu body inserts?
A2: Click here to download the instructions in pdf.
Q4: What size shoes go with your pro size legs?
A4: Toddler size 2 or 3 will work fine.
Q5: My amateur doll's jaw doesn't work anymore.
A5: Most likely the rubber band has broken. Click here to download some basic tips on reparing your ventriloquist doll by Arie Everett.
Q6: Do you have any instructions on building a dummy?
A6: You can view "The Fred Project" from Al Stevens for free - Click Here
Products
Q1: Do you sell the stuffed arms without the hands?
A1: Yes, There is a purchase button under the arms with hands section that says "arms only". Click on that button to buy.
Q2: Do you make custom parts?
A2: Yes, but it depends on the item. Just email us with your request and we can discuss your needs. If you want a custom body, download the custom body form by clicking here.
