How Do You Make A Paper Mache Sculpture?

So perhaps you are looking for a creative outlet that is fun, easy and inexpensive. Maybe you are looking for a new medium to explore as an outlet for your creativity. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned artist, chances are you'll enjoy creating a paper mache sculpture.

Creating this sculpture is inexpensive and doesn’t require special equipment. It's perfect for the novice because it's easy to use. Gather some basic forms to build your sculpture with.

You can use balloons, paper towel holders, boxes, pieces of cardboard, or crumpled up newspaper. Balloons are highly recommended because they can help you to create curved shapes. Set up all of your materials outside on a tarp or in a garage.

Pick somewhere you can be messy. Tear your newspaper and cloth into strips. Tear it into thin strips if you'll be creating curved shapes.

(It's helpful to have some wider strips, too.) Get out your paper mache paste. Visit the links in our Resources section to find one that's right for you. Most ... more.

If you need a mask for a costume party or you're just looking for some rainy day fun, try paper mache. It can be a little messy, but it's so simple even young kids can do it. Making a mask is a fun way to test your creativity and it's a great family craft project.

Sketch some ideas on paper first, and then break out the paper mache and let the fun begin. Step 1 Tear newspaper into strips about an inch wide and six or seven inches long and set aside. Step 2 Inflate a 12 inch balloon with air and tie closed.

Blow it up to the size you want based on how large the mask needs to be to fit on your face. Step 3 Cover a large cup or mug with plastic wrap and then set the balloon on top of it. The cup will act as a base to hold your balloon while you work on it and the plastic wrap will keep the balloon from sticking to the cup once you apply the paper mache.

Step 4 Make your paper mache paste by mixing one part flour with two parts of water until it develops a consistency of thick glue. Stir ... more.

Find out how you can make your own pinata using paper mache techniques! You can create just about anything. Some visitors have sent in photos of pinatas they have made such as the Veggie Tales tomato character, Dora the Explorer, a hot air balloon, and more.

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