Paper-mache projects can work really well with any upcoming Earth Day themes. My favorite recipe for the mache is included below.1. Tape a balloon to a heavy bowl so that is doesn't move. Apply strips of newspaper covered in mache in both directions. Apply 2 - 3 layers. Allow to dry for several days.
2. When the bowl is dry and hard, pop the balloon if it hasn't already done so. Trim the edges of the bowl evenly with a scissors.
3. Tape a round cardboard circle to the bottom of the bowl with lots of masking tape. Apply several layers of newspaper in all directions.
4. When the bowl is dry and hard, apply a final layer of paper towel strips covered in mache.
5. When the bowl is dry, apply acrylic paint in a creative fashion. Lastly, cover with a coating of Mod Podge to protect the surface. This bowl was made by a 1st grader.
Paper Mache Recipe:
1 cups all-purpose flour
4 cups cold water
4 cups boiling water
1/2 cup sugar
In a bowl, combine the flour and cold water. Add to the saucepan of boiling water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar. Let it cool; it will thicken as it cools. Once it does, it is ready to use.
2. When the bowl is dry and hard, pop the balloon if it hasn't already done so. Trim the edges of the bowl evenly with a scissors.
3. Tape a round cardboard circle to the bottom of the bowl with lots of masking tape. Apply several layers of newspaper in all directions.
4. When the bowl is dry and hard, apply a final layer of paper towel strips covered in mache.
5. When the bowl is dry, apply acrylic paint in a creative fashion. Lastly, cover with a coating of Mod Podge to protect the surface. This bowl was made by a 1st grader.
Paper Mache Recipe:
1 cups all-purpose flour
4 cups cold water
4 cups boiling water
1/2 cup sugar
In a bowl, combine the flour and cold water. Add to the saucepan of boiling water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar. Let it cool; it will thicken as it cools. Once it does, it is ready to use.
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8 comments:
Oh you have great projects this week! I love the Earth Day idea!
I have been wanting to do paper mache with my kids but haven't known which recipe to use... thanks for this post as now I know! Perhaps I'll post our project...
I did something like this ages ago with older children(now teenagers), they made a paper maché bowl and then painted it like a watermelon, it was so realistic.
I'll give this on a try with my youngest (she's nearly 5),she's really happy in the kitchen getting the glue ready for when she gets back from school this afternoon.
Your art projects are fantastic!
This bowl is so beautiful!
We are enjoying this project. We haven't completed it as yet, but I must say the paste is wonderful. I am so glad that I tried it. Again, thank you for another great project. Your site adds a fantastic dimension to our homeschooling. To see our progress so far click here. http://nettieshue.wordpress.com/2009/04/09/paper-mache-bowls/
Your site is an excellent site.
I been looking for art and craft ideas especially painting for my kids for a while..but have yet to found one that is as interesting as yours. i am so glad that i finally found your website. Thank you so much for sharing your ideas.
Helen
Bangkok, Thailand
What cool craft!
I see it can have many useful usages, Moreover, it is a great way to catch children attention!
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