Cheapest places for backdrops and props?

[AprilArchambeau]

I am going to buy a lighting kit once I decide what I want which is when I learn more about it. But I already know what my first prop will be, the baby bath tub, where would you buy one of those? What other newborn props should I look into?

Also, I want a basic black and a white backdrop also, and a stand. But not sure if I need 5x10 or 5x24.

Any recommendations?

[AprilArchambeau]

Anyone?

[ReenaG]

blankets? I think for babies (newborn) less is better. Many of the photographer use those big fluffy hats (can find on ebay) but google newborn baby images and that will give you a lot of ideas of what others use for the tiny ones...bigger ones, I would think some toys and have the parents bring those as you don't want them slobbering/chewing on your 'props'....with different kids, over and over.....you could get big numbers for when they are one, two, three etc. google photography props