Christmas Papier Mache Balloon Decorations Child’s Play ABC has a whole collection of fabulous Christmas Paper Mache Projects using balloons. Working with balloons is the best way to introduce paper mache you to younger children. The size makes it managable for small hands and the shape of the...
I explored more and found out I could make almost anything with paper mache. I challenged myself with more detailed projects, like masks and decorative vases. The process of layering strips of paper, waiting for them to dry, and then painting them became a relaxing hobby. The excitement of ...
Quick Tip:To remove the base material from inside of the dried project, cut a slit at the back and remove what’s inside (or pop the balloon). Then cover the slit with a fresh layer of paper mache paste and allow to dry before proceeding with paint and varnish or sealant. Instructions...
Once you make the mixture using one of the three recipes below, form the PAPER MACHE into shapes, let it dry, and paint it! For large items or particular shapes you can make the insides hollow by using cartons, cans,styrofoam or an air filled balloons on the inside,then forming your sh...
of your project. While this might not matter for some projects, if you want to decorate your surface with rubber stamps or finely detailed painting, you'll require a surface which is as smooth as possible to work on. read on for recipes and tutorials to get you started with paper mache....
It is time to get a little messy and a lot of creative with some paper mache ideas! From cute animal piggy banks to giant paper mache hot air balloons (okay, maybe not that giant), I’ve gathered a few fun ideas that will keep your kids entertained for hours. Will Mod Podge work ...
Paper mache pinata: These are all of my favorite pinata shapes, with DIY tutorials that walk you through the step-by-step instructions. You can either click on the name of the pinata to read detailed instructions OR watch the video below the picture if you’re more of a visual person....
The beauty of creating crafts with paper mache is it requires no special supplies -- the items you need to make your projects are probably already in your home. While the recipes for paper mache paste are numerous, the simplest requires nothing more than paper, water and regular white glue....
Paper mache pinata: These are all of my favorite pinata shapes, with DIY tutorials that walk you through the step-by-step instructions. You can either click on the name of the pinata to read detailed instructions OR watch the video below the picture if you’re more of a visual person....
Which reminds me, balloons are fabulous for kids paper mache projects! To make a snake, blow up a long thin balloon, cover with paper mache, allow to dry and then pop the balloon! Our homeschool kids model was called Sammy the Sock Snake....