Props and other creative ideas9 September 2010
Props and costumes help local groups campaign in lots of ways:
- They draw atttention to your campaign
- They create unforgettable images for the media or your webpage
- They make campaigning look like the fun we know it is
- And they can be reused again and again!
Friends of the Earth already provides T-shirts, table covers, banners, flags and ready-to-use props for local groups. Prop-making is another fun way in which your members can contribute.
It's not just for artists and 'creative types' - anyone can do it. For example, you could organise a prop-making social for your group ahead of that next stall or publicity stunt.
Inspirational ideas from local groups
We'll be adding links to photos of DIY props like the Leeds group's giant 40 percent. Please send photos of anything you're particularly proud of to your Network Developer.
Online resources for prop-making
- Friends of the Earth 'How To' guide - a range of handy tips on making props on a shoestring
- Face-painting instructions
- Banners and rattles - make them the People & Planet way
- Globes and Earths - how to make a model of the planet
- Mask-making - a range of methods for mask and head dress making
- Paper chains - basic and advanced
- 'Sandwich' board costumes- directions for making easy but effective cardboard costumes.
And when DIY just isn't enough
Auction or online shopping websites can both be useful to browse for unusual resources. For example, the Southwark group bought their polar bear costume online.
When time is short, you could also take a look in your local fancy dress or prop hire shop.
