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Papier Mâché Basics. Papier Mâché The term papier mâché (pronounced póp-ee-ay mash-áy) comes from the French phrase meaning "chewed paper. " You can use papier mâché to make piñatas, masks, jewelry, and lots of other crafts. Papier mâché is made from newspapers and paste. Projects are easy to make, but can take several days to complete, so be sure to allow enough time. Use these instructions to make your own papier mâché: Alert! This activity can be messy. The basic method for making papier mâché objects is layering.
What you'll need: large bowl plastic cup newspapers white household glue water objects to use as a mold (suggestions: paper or plastic bowl, balloon, shoe box, toilet paper and paper towel rolls, plastic eggs, paper cups, foam balls, empty plastic bottles, etc.) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Getting Started With Papier Mache. Getting started Papier mache is really easy to do, and there are very few requirements. You will need... - Paper (newsprint is ideal)- Adhesive- Paintbrush- Plastic table covering- Paints- Patience! It is advisable to prepare everything before starting. Firstly, tear the newspaper into strips about an inch wide by 4 inches long. This is only approximate. Tear the paper with the grain. Make your adhesive. Papier mache recipes for adhesive Note: all adhesives can be used with both layering and pulp methods of papier mache. 1 - Flour and water glue: To make a flour and water glue follow these instructions: Boil 5 cups of water in a saucepan.
In a bowl, mix 1/4 cup of sieved flour with a cup of cold water. Allow to cool before using. This will make a runny glue. Thick flour and water glue: Use 1 whole cup of flour to three cups of water. 2 - Wallpaper paste glue: Make up a bowl according to the manufacturer�s instructions. 3 - White ( pva ) glue Moulds Balloons Cheap and indispensable. Release agents. DIY Papier Mache Art. Posted by: otilrotcod on Sep 16, 2011 Tagged in: Untagged STEP 1 (SOAKING OF PAPER) Soak paper in a DEEP CONTAINER. Make sure that the paper is fully soaked for quick pulping. STEP 2 (PULPING OF PAPER) There are 2 ways to PULP paper- By OSTERIZER or By HAND(Manually) Once you achieved its claylike pulpiness make sure that any traces of its original form(paper) is gone and that pulped paper was formed.
STEP 3 PREPARE A PLYWOOD AS BASE FOR YOUR CREATION. STEP 4 (DRYING AND SMOOTHING) Just let your pulped creation dry under the sun. STEP 5 (BASE PAINTING) After your design has been smoothen. STEP 6 (PAINTING AND EMBELLISHING) Paint your design. STEP 7 (FRAMING) This would depend whether you wish to frame your work of art. Paper Mache Projects. Preserved Leaf Lanterns. A few weeks ago I began to notice the inevitable shift that happens every year around this time... the days have gotten shorter and the nights progressively longer (and colder!). This rather obvious realization got me thinking though, about all the fun things I did as a kid to get ready for this increase in darkness. One of which was to create a little light of my own. So that is what I decided to do, make lanterns! As a child we used vibrant hues of tissue paper to create our works of art, but I thought it would be fun to use up all those leaves I have been collecting.
That along with some white tissue paper, craft glue (could use flour and water), some balloons, copper wire and a candle are all that you need to light up the night. Start by mixing the glue with some water (about 2% milk consistency). Next blow up a few balloons and cut the tissue paper into small rectangles, about 2in X 3in. Once the balloons are thoroughly coated string them up to let them dry completely. ~Jordan P.S. Papier Mache - 3D Picture In Frame. Introduction On October 4th 1998 the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC opened an extraordinary exhibit of 70 paintings by Vincent Van Gogh.
I was fortunate to have the opportunity to view these masterpieces. No form of media can convey his bold use of colour. The incredible textures which seemed to be sculpted on his canvas. I was overpowered by the emotion in his creations. Inspired by this rare opportunity I wanted to create my own Van Gogh....only with a twist....in Papier Mache. You will need... - Wooden frame- Foamboard to fit into frame- 2 colours of 25lb to 40lb weight paper. Caulking - Pleastic container to mix paste in- Water- Plaster cloth or masking tape Styrofoam packaging peanuts- Celluclay / Instant papier mache- Gesso - Acrylic paints Ingredients Now we are ready to begin Old frame Start with an old frame.
Attach foamboard to frame, fitting it as snuggly as possible. Attaching foamboard to frame :Caulk any gaps between foamboard and frame, as well as any gaps or cracks in frame. Papier Mache Tutorial - Lamp Shade. You will need: - Wood lamp stand- 25 watt lightbulb- Clothes pattern- White ( pva ) glue- 24 gauge wire- 1/4" diamond pattern wire mesh- Scissors Suppliers: Wooden lamp stand The most inexpensive wood lamp stand I found is at idhandicraft.com. A switch is located on the electric line, not on the socket. For a roll of wire mesh, check with Dick Blick art materials or at a local store. Part 1: Making the flower Cutting the mesh Cut 4, 10" x 10" or 12" x 12", sections from the roll of wire mesh.
Stretch diagonally across the wire mesh & push down in the middle to make a half bowl shape. Taking shape Shaping the neck Make a shape for the neck area where it will wrap around the lamp's neck. If you wish, you may cut the mesh wire with scissors to change the shape. Shaping Part 2: Pasting Pattern paper Hand tear paper pattern. Alternatively, you could use torn up magazines...... Magazines ... or washi paper or any other paper of your choice. Washi paper Dip 'n' Paste Using damp cloths Decorate lamp stand Gauge wire. Mollie’s Newspaper Taxidermy. Many of you have noticed the amazing paper taxidermy moose that appears on the wall in some of Barb’s Before & After Basics posts, and we’ve received several requests for a tutorial on how to make one. We asked South Carolina-based artist Mollie Greene — moose creator and woman behind the charming Etsy shop Royal Buffet — to share some of her sculpting secrets with us and she kindly agreed! This is a great project for a rainy day or a lazy weekend.
The large-scale antelope adds the perfect texture and drama to a cozy living room or den and a fabulous addition to your fall home decor. Thank you so much for sharing, Mollie! — Kate I’m always up for new ways to repurpose items destined for the landfill, and paper taxidermy is a great way to use books with interesting paper that you can find at thrift stores, garage sales and sometimes on the side of the road! 1. 2. 3. 4. Covering the Form 1. 2. 3. 4. I hope these techniques take some of the mystery out of paper taxidermy for you. Papier Mache Tutorial - Tiki Mask (Moai)
Introduction The Tiki is a native, spiritual figure from Hawaii. There are many different headdresses portraying different meanings, but they all have a menacing expression with a wide mouth to frighten away evil. A Tiki mask is often worn for hawaiian themed beach parties or celebrations. Here Donald Drennan shows us how to make a very realistic one. You Will Need - Cardboard- Toilet roll tubes- Styrofoam Masking tape - Glue- Jointing compound - Ceiling texture- Black and brown paint- Sea sponge- Clear acrylic sealer Step by step Here is step by step of how I made the Tiki Mask using cardboard, papier mache, drywall joint compound and paint.
This is what I was going for: Real stone heads This is the second mask I have built. Masking tape and glue. Cardboard structure around bin Top view I continue to build up the structure in cardboard and possibly some styrofoam , plastic, or whatever I have on hand (it's all about free discarded material for me, as much as possible). Carpenter's glue and glued them on. Hawaiian Tiki Masks. Cardboard Furniture With Papier Mache - Throne. Introduction I believe in using all recycled materials during the creation of my pieces, so you will find that I only ever use cardboard for the armature. It is an extremely strong material if manipulated properly. Generally, you can use any cardboard boxes from around the home to cut up and use but, for larger pieces of furniture, I mostly go to retail outlets and ask for the larger cardboard sheets they usually just throw away. Once they get to know you, they are usually helpful and will keep them for you on a regular basis.
These larger sheets make it easier to cut multiple numbers of the same pattern as you will see as we go along. As for the paste, paper strips and pulp recipes, you will find those here on this site. I would also recommend you use a good craft knife for cutting shapes in cardboard. You will need - Large cardboard sheets- Sharp craft knife- Strong adhesive tape- Newspaper- Strong adhesive- Staple gun- Pencil- Clear waterproof exterior varnish Let's begin Combined circles. Make Papier Mache Bowls With Your Used Gift Wrap. December 28th, 2012 Email 54 users recommend Papier mache bowls made of wrapping paper, kraft paper, and tissue are artful and pretty. Kayte Terry Photo: Kayte Terry It's hard to think of post-holiday craft projects. This year, for the first time in a decade, I was able to take off a week for the holidays and spend time with my family. "Hmmmm...tree branches? "Oh, I know!
" "Brilliant! " I pulled the bag of paper out of the recycling bin and ripped it open to reveal glittery tissue paper, gold kraft paper, and wrapping paper in reds and greens. "What about papier mache bowls? " "Brilliant! " These papier mache bowls are great because you are truly upcycling a used material that would have normally ended up in the trash and they remind you of holidays past.
These bowls take a bit of time to make, but they aren't hard at all, so they are a perfect craft for when your mind is post-holiday mush! What you'll need: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Papier Mache´ Inspirations By Rozani. Papier Mache´ by Rozani Welcome to this page of fun and festivity which celebrates one of the oldest art forms in history; the art of papier mache´. From its earliest roots in China to European applications, it has proven to be durable, as well as decorative, throughout history. Be it pulp and paste or fiber and adhesive, the creative possibilities are limitless. For many generations, we have seen or experienced the use of objects made with this art form.
Many of us remember making or breaking piñatas which were used at birthday parties or celebrations. There is such a simplicity to the the basic technique, that anyone can complete a project using only two basic ingredients. Here are some examples of objects made with similar techniques, yet different papers to achieve color variations. Colors in these examples were applied differently. Rozani@entercomp.com Rozani Designs is pleased to display these projects and links for your enjoyment and information. Powered by WebRing.