How Do You Make A Mexican Pinata?
Making Mexican pinatas is not hard and, in fact, is a very simple and interesting craft project that your kids will enjoy doing with you. The first Mexican pinatas were clay pots that were filled with sweets and treats. Now, instead of using clay pots, pinatas are made with paper mache. This article will explain how to make a Mexican pinata fwith paper mache. Step 1 Mix the paper mache paste. In a large bowl, mix the flour and water together until the paste is thick and smooth, with no lumps. Step 2 Tear the typing paper. Tear the typing into long strips and blow up the balloon. You can use almost any kind of paper you want, like newspaper, writing paper or typing paper. Step 3 Soak the strips. Put a strip of paper in the bowl of paste, making sure that both sides are wet. Place the strips of paper on the balloon, horizontally and up and down, leaving a 2-inch hole. Make two levels for now. Step 4 Place the string. Set one end of a strong string on one side of the papered balloon and p