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Blog Posts
Hello Dinosaur, Bye-Bye Kangaroo…
This paper mache Therizinosaurus is just getting started. To make one of your own download the dinosaur pattern on this page and follow along as I continue building him.
Paper Mache Animals – How to Create Easy Armature Patterns
Start sculpting your paper mache animals the easy way by using a custom-made armature pattern. Sculpt lifelike animals, birds, lizards and fish.
Make an African Mask with Paper Mache
See how I created paper mache African mask with four layers of paper strips and paste. My model was a 100 year old mask from the Ivory Coast.
Paper Mache Paste with No Flour. Easy, Gluten-Free, and Cheap!
This super-easy paper mache paste contains no flour, it’s gluten-free, and it doesn’t attract mold or insects. And it’s perfect for grade school art teachers.
Paper Mache Elephant Skin with Crackle Glaze
Use this easy crackle glaze to make your paper mache elephant’s skin look more realistic – and see what I would do differently next time.
Make a Giraffe Sculpture with Paper Mache Clay
Pattern for a Paper Mache Giraffe Sculpture $12 You’ll enjoy creating your very own giraffe sculpture and painting all those spots. And when you’re done
Make Paper Mache Clay Smooth Without Sanding
This video shows you how to smooth out the papery texture of paper mache clay without adding a second coat, and without sanding. Plus, it’s really easy!
Make Necklace Pendants with Paper Mache Clay
Make your own hand-crafted necklace pendants and beads with paper mache clay, and decorate with decoupage or acrylic pouring technique. Full tutorial.
Paper Mache Clay
This is the famous recipe that takes all the mess and frustration out of paper mache. It makes sculpting fun again – paper mache in a whole new way!
Paper Mache Clay Recipe Without Flour
This paper mache clay recipe without flour will be helpful for paper mache sculptors who worry about critters being attracted to the flour in the original recipe.
Make a Paper Mache Bluebird – Guest Post by Drusilla Cole
Easy step-by-step instructions for creating a hanging bluebird with paper mache clay. 15 photos and clear directions by artist Drusilla Cole.
Make a Paper Mache Pig Wall Sculpture
Use this easy pattern to create a happy paper mache pig wall sculpture. Use cardboard, tape, and paper mache, and paint for a fast, fun project.
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