Shadow puppet shapers (5)

I believe the answer is:

hands

(Other definitions for hands that I've seen before include "Those holding harness" , "Workmen" , "Measurements for horses" , "Body parts; crewmen" , "skill in handling reins" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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