Foley artists use a variety of objects and materials to create sound effects for films. Some examples of commonly used objects are:
Coconut halves for horse hooves or steps on sandy ground.
Different types of shoes or boots to mimic different types of steps.
Fabrics like leather or nylon for clothing noise.
Keychains or metal objects for key and metal sounds.
Household items such as plates, glasses or cutlery for dish sounds.
Paper for rustling leaves or crumpling paper.
Plastic sheets for rain sounds.
Props such as weapons or tools for appropriate sounds.
The selection of items depends on the specific requirements of the scene and which sounds are to be realistically reproduced. The creativity of Foley artists is often called upon to achieve the best possible sound effects.