Paper Mache' Projects

Special Article from your About.com guide! Try your hand at paper mache. A great craft for everyone. Find recipes, project ideas, and helpful hints.

If you are looking for inspiration and instructions for making a paper mache project, check out all of these paper mache ideas complete with instructions.

These books provide you with many ideas for using creative paper mache techniques and supplies to make a variety of projects.

Look at all these great pictures of paper mache creations and submit your own photos.

Make your next paper mache project more successful using these tips and hints.

If you enjoy paper mache please take a moment and share your favorite stories, projects, form building ideas, pastes, and more.

From your About.com guide, instructions for making an ant hill using a bottle and paper mache' techniques.

See a photograph of a Paper Mache project that looks like an ant hill, made by Emma and Evamarie Sack (ages 3 and 5).

Find out how to make a Christmas tree ornament using a balloon, submitted by Ksenija.

This paper mache paste recipe that requires some boiling, is a little stronger than the no-cook version and always seems a little smoother to me.

Use this recipe to make a pulp mixture to make finer details on paper mache projects.

Check out this unique letterbox created by Sue from Cairns, Australia. She used paper mache to create the base for this 'Easter Island Man' Statue.

Use this recipe to make a pulp mixture to make finer details on paper mache projects.

Find out how to create an alien craft using a light bulb and a few other supplies.

Find out how to create a cute Cat-In-The-Hat craft using a light bulb and a few other supplies.

Find out how to create a cute leprechaun craft using a light bulb and a few other supplies.

Find out how to create your own maracas using light bulbs and a few other supplies.

Find out how to create a cute Penguin using a light bulb, paper mache techniques, and a few other supplies.

Use these free directions and pattern to create a reindeer Christmas tree ornament using an old light bulb.

Use these free directions and pattern to create a Santa Christmas tree ornament using an old light bulb.

Find out how to create a cute snowman using a light bulb, paper mache techniques, and a few other supplies.

Use these free directions and pattern to create a snowman Christmas tree ornament using an old light bulb.

This no-cook paper mache paste recipe is a good one to make with kids because it is easy to make and does not require heat.

Paper Mache Coconuts is a fun craft for the kids to make and a fun game too! This is good for a study on Robinson Crusoe, tropical islands, Hawaii, monkeys, etc.

Tasha took one paper mache class and then she was hooked! She made this larger than life cow to be displayed during a boat parade and was nice enough to share the photos with us.

Follow these instructions for making an Easter basket using paper mache' techniques. Your basket can look like and egg or more like a basket.

Why not help your child make a mask using their own face as a mold. You can also make a mask using a balloon as a base. Not only can this be a fun and educational craft, but it is also a great way to make decorations and accessories for Halloween!

From your About.com guide, use these suggestions to make forms for your paper mache projects.

From your About.com guide, make this fun decoration using paper mache and a balloon!

Find out how you can make a globe using paper mache techniques.

Follow these directions and make a palm tree using paper mache techniques.

Find out how to can make a bright pig mask, submitted by Lissa MacGregor.

Instructions for making a pinata using paper mache' techniques.

From your About.com guide, this pulp mixture is great for making smooth, fine details in your paper mache creations, or for creating small objects..

Mary Lee shares directions to help you create fun pumpkin decorations using paper and plastic bags and paper mache techniques.

From your About.com guide, there are many different recipes available for paper mache paste. Pick the one that is right for you!

Carolyn C. Engle explains how to turn a 10 cent yard sale figurine into a masterpiece worth a million!

From your About.com guide, make a large spider using a couple of balloons and these directions.

See a photograph of a Paper Macheprojects that looks like a star fish, made by Sharon Ferry.

Find out how you can create your own erupting volcano using paper mache techniques.

See a photograph of a paper mache volcano that really erupts, made by Chey.

This paper mache paste dries to a very hard finish to make your finished projects more durable.

Learn how you can use a balloon to create a round base for your paper mache projects.

Follow the steps outlined in this video and learn how you can mix up a batch of paper mache paste.

Check out this how to video to find information about different items you can use as paper mache bases.

Check out this craft how-to video and learn how easy it is to paper mache.

Check out this crafting video and learn how to create an eye mask using paper mache techniques.

This fun paper mache bat can be hung from the ceiling for a great Halloween decoration.

This ghost is made using paper mache and draping techniques.

Make these fun paper mache hearts and crafts.

Easy steps to make this fun reindeer.

This Patchwork Pig Bank is made from papier-mâché and some recycled household items. What a fun way to save your spare change!

Make this fun Pokemon costume from paper mache.

Very original! Make the eggs out of balloons, and make baby turtles out of walnut shells.

Brenda McCormick explains how she made a paper mache pinata that looks like a lovely fairy.

This how-to video shows you 3 different ways you can make a pulp for your next paper mache creations.