a 'life-size' U.F.O.

Step 6 The U.F.O. takes shape!

using bolts nuts and washers, put it together. you can touch these up with leftover silver paint, btw.

now you'll need to create a landing gear. we tried a couple of different styles, before we settled on a box made of pvc, attached to the bottom with large zip ties. it needs to be at least 2 feet square. it can be as tall as you like, but remember, in windy conditions, you don't want too much air under it, or it may fly away!
you can leave the gear white or paint it black or silver. we left ours white, it doesn't really show on our spaceship.

using some rope lighting to go around the U.F.O. will add a little flair to it, as will tucking a small size strobe light into it from underneath (there is a built-in hole in the center perfect for this!) a fog machine and timer can be hidden under the ship, on a block of wood.

i don't have any good night time pics, but let me assure you, this prop STOPPED TRAFFIC!

we were even asked to bring it to a friends house for their party and haunted trail!