How many of us find it difficult to get that perfect plaster of Paris mixture? But...liquid papier mâché is a quicker, easier and cheaper way to do it. So, let's begin!
Steps
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Take an old plastic bowl you won't ever need again - unless you're planning to make more papier mâché!
- Rip up the newspaper and put them into the bowl.
- Pour enough water so that it covers all of the paper and just a bit more.
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Put this in a cupboard and leave it overnight.
- When you get back to it, it should be a sloppy mix of water and tiny paper fibres.
- Drain out the water and make a mix of glue and water.
- Pour the glue and water in the bowl and leave it out in the sun until half the liquid evaporates.
- Slop the mix around in the bowl, stir it and pour it into your molds.
- Leave this in the sun for as long as it takes for it to dry.
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Carefully take out the dried papier mâché and paint it.
Tips
- When painting, mix a bit of glue into the paint, it'll help the paint stick better.
- When draining, pour the liquid into another bowl which is covered with a very, very close knit cloth.
- It's better to use a soap to make the moulds slippery.
Warnings
- Always wear an apron because this craft is quite messy.
- Keep a clear working space or your gonna end up with a lot of mess to clean afterward.
- Cover your working space with some extra newspaper.
Things You'll Need
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2-3 sheets of newspaper, depending on the size of your finished article
- Two ready-to-throw-away bowls
- An old wooden spoon
- A close knit cloth
- White liquid glue
- Paint (optional)
- A jug of water
- 2 days
