Building an Armature

Before when I was to made a model, I usually just go for it and make it without any planning. I wouldn't even think twice on the materials and simply just make it on a whim. After I research on the proper construction of sculptures, I understand the importance of planning and basic structure. The armature and help my puppets to animate properly.

I've also researched on different materials which might be useful for my puppets:

Styrofoam: It is dense yet it's soft and light enough to attached other features. It is suitable for the face and body of the characters and it won't be a burden to the supporting legs. 

Wire: Most tutorials suggest aluminum wire since it's high in flexibility and elasticity. It is usually used for all the body parts. But in my case I would most probably just use it for the limbs.

Aluminum/ Kitchen foil: Most tutorials would use clay to cover up the wire base. This tutorial above have suggested using foil which is cheap, easy to access and work as great as clay.

Plasticine: I would use plasticine for the whole puppet from hair to clothes. I've thought of using fabric for clothes but I'm more confident in sculpting since I'm more experienced. Also it would take less time if I just sculpture it with plasticine.