How Do You Make Paper Mache Pulp?
This article will teach you how to make basic paper mache pulp. Paper mache pulp can be shaped or modeled like clay then painted after it is dry. This is a very fun recipe to make and kids of all ages will enjoy making unusual figures with this paper mache pulp. You will need to buy paper mache paste for this recipe or you can use one of my recipes listed in the resource section of this article. Gather the following supplies to make paper mache pulp: old newspapers, a pail, warm water, electric mixer, paper mache paste (buy it or use one of my recipes in the resource section of this article), antiseptic mouthwash like Listerine. Tear the newspaper into fairly small pieces. If you have a paper shredder you can shred the newspaper to save a ton of time. Tear or shred enough paper to fill the pail. The pail can be any size. Use a small pail for a small batch of paper mache pulp or a 5 gallon bucket for a large batch of paper mache pulp. After you filled the pail with paper, dump the paper
