cauldron witch

[creep factor]

Hey guys, I need some input. Im working on a cauldron stirring witch for this year. I already have the stirring part worked out, but am planning on having her adding ingredients with the other hand. Not sure how Im going to go about yet. Have a motor from an animated reindeer to use, not sure if it has enough torque.Any suggestions would be appreciated.

[GOT]

You could try wires from above like a marionette puppet. I made a giant spider pass out candy this way once.

[creep factor]

Thanx GOT,not the route I was planning to take being it will be outside with no overhead support, however I will keep it in mind. Plans change continuously, Thats half the fun of prop building. The challenge!

[heresjohnny]

I built a ghost with several movements using a deer motor, all internal rigging. I think the deer motor will have plenty of tourque, but you will need to make sure the mechanism can take the movement. You might get some ideas looking at http://hauntforum.com/showthread.php?t=20890

[Dr Morbius]

Have a look at Spider Riders witch..Cool mech!
http://www.hauntforum.com/showthread.php?t=13165&highlight=witch
YouTube- The Ratt Witch Sisters Test

I'm still in awe of this one.

[creep factor]

Thanx guys, I think Ive figured out how Im going to do this. The vids helped loads. BTW Johnny, AWESOME freakin AWESOME

[Dr Morbius]

I'm in awe of Johnny's mech too. Inspiration everywhere!

[heresjohnny]

Thanks! Doc thanks for that link, hadn't seen that one. Hey Creep Factor, when your done please post some pics/vids, we are always interested in seeing other ideas!

[madmomma]

That was a cool video. CF, looking forward to seeing your take on the witch!

[creep factor]

Well I finally finished the mechanics on this prop, some minor tweaking will be necesary. Will post pics & video soon.