How Do You Make Flowers Of Papier Mache?
Papier mâché is a French term that means “chewed paper,” a phrase that aptly describes the look and feel of the art material used to create crafts such as masks, toys, jewelry, and decorative boxes. Using papier mâché to create three-dimensional objects is a simple process of tearing lightweight paper and dipping the pieces into a special paste before applying them to a form. After the paste dries, the paper can be removed from the form and it will retain the form’s shape. The object can be painted or embellished with a variety of materials. Here is one of many ways to make flowers of papier mâché. Step 1 Prepare the work space and materials: Cover the table with a plastic cloth. Mix the art paste in a plastic pitcher and stir with a large spoon until there are no lumps. Tear newsprint into short, narrow strips about 1 inch wide by 6 inches long. With a sharp knife, cut plastic foam balls in half. Step 2 Place one ball as a center. Arrange the others around it in a flowerlike shape. Ta
