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Step 5Make a masterpiece!
Well that's it!! You're all done! So go make something! Paper mache pulp shouldn't be applied all at once because it does take a little while to dry. Apply it just as you would regular paper mache: layer by layer. And don't make the layers too thick and gooey either. Wait until each layer dries and then apply another. It's kind of a long process, but it always gets the best results and this way you don't run the risk of ruining or warping your mold underneath.
Oh! ..And one last thing you might want to do is to put salt into the mixture.. just regular table salt. Paper mache pulp takes a bit to dry and if it takes too long to dry it run the risks of molding (don't worry, I've never had this take longer than a day or two dry so no worries) But adding salt to the mixture will drive away mold or mildew.
There are several other recipes but I have a few problem with these other recipes:
1. They just don't seem to work out as well
2. They involve wheat or flour and that will eventually make your piece of art attract bugs like moths that will eat at your project (oh nooooo!!!)
3. They do store in the refrigerator but they have to be used in about 2-4 days (there abouts)
Speaking of refrigerators that is another great thing about this recipe: You can use it right away, then store it in the fridge and it stores for a long long time. I once left some in there for 3 weeks and it was still good (I don't recommend that to anyone though)
So I hope everyone enjoys and none of your roommates mistake it for mashed potatoes.
Oh! ..And one last thing you might want to do is to put salt into the mixture.. just regular table salt. Paper mache pulp takes a bit to dry and if it takes too long to dry it run the risks of molding (don't worry, I've never had this take longer than a day or two dry so no worries) But adding salt to the mixture will drive away mold or mildew.
There are several other recipes but I have a few problem with these other recipes:
1. They just don't seem to work out as well
2. They involve wheat or flour and that will eventually make your piece of art attract bugs like moths that will eat at your project (oh nooooo!!!)
3. They do store in the refrigerator but they have to be used in about 2-4 days (there abouts)
Speaking of refrigerators that is another great thing about this recipe: You can use it right away, then store it in the fridge and it stores for a long long time. I once left some in there for 3 weeks and it was still good (I don't recommend that to anyone though)
So I hope everyone enjoys and none of your roommates mistake it for mashed potatoes.
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thank you :)
thanks a lot
Depending on what you want to stick it all together with... . one bottle of white elmers should last just fine.
If you want to build up appendages you might want to have some newspaper and masking tape around...... take a look at this blog, (some things are easier explained visually) http://ultimatepapermache.com/cheap-art/paper-mache-mask
I hope that this helps! good luck!