Paper Mache

Paper Mache

Dry laundry starch and cold water

Mix the starch and water in equal amounts. Stir completely. Let stand. This will thicken.

Tear newspaper or tissue paper into strips. Dip these strips into mixture.

Shape over a balloon or into a mask shape, figures, animals, etc.

Let dry 3 days or so, depending on thickness. Paint with acrylic paints.

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