Papier Mâché All the Way!
by Emmy Hirsch, guest blogger~ edited by @schulmanArt
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Inspiring Paper Mâché Sculpture by
LolaValdesDesigns |
Papier Mâché is the french word for “mashed paper.” Having been around for quite some time, papier mâché, when it dries, is extremely strong but very light making it a great material to use for everything from jewelry boxes, bowls, trays, sculptures, props, and masks.
The following five bloggers show you with their do it yourself techniques and strategies how to make your own personalized papier mâché sculptures. This is the perfect activity to do by yourself or with friends and can make a whimsical and lasting piece for you or for someone close to your heart.
Hip to the Hop!
Make a little papier mâché lop-eared rabbit that only costs a few pennies in materials.
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Paper Mache Bust for Jewelry and Wigs Display by Mingz |
Ashley shows you how to make domestic, wild, or even whimsical animal heads in her in-depth tutorial. With illustrations to compliment the written directions, you’ll be able to make anything from unicorns to dogs to lions!
All About the Technique
This article, courteous of Denise, gives you inside tips and secrets on the papier mâché process. Read on to find out what she has to say about layering, preparation, drying, clay, and pulp.
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| Emmy Hirsch is an intern at SchulmanArt and will be an incoming freshman at Franklin and Marshall College. |
This particular article links to how to make your own papier mâché clay. Donna offers instructions on how to make your foundation and then shows you how to make your own miniature hummingbird sculpture. This project makes the perfect heartfelt gift!
The French Bulldog
This one is my personal favorite. This blog, among many other papier mâché projects, teaches you via written instructions and online video how to make a French Bulldog sculpture. With their large bat-shaped ears, compressed nose and wrinkles, short neck and strong legs, this adorable sculpture of the pup is a keeper!
mentioned in this post: @lilblueboo @Diyhandmadegift @Mingz22
Discover all the inspiring paper mache sculptures on etsy!
Hi Miriam, I hope you are well!
This post touched my heart, being a paper mache artist myself. I am looking forward to checking out the blogs you listed.
http: http://www.VickiBowerArt.com
Vicki Bower
Great paper mache finds. I love the combination of them all. Thank you very much for including my green owl in this collection.
I really love this collection you've made of all these wonderful etsy paper mache finds! I'm amazed at all the creativity that's in the world. Thank you for helping it be seen all the more, Miriam, and thanks for including my paper mache dogs.
Sincerely, Ruth of Ruthmorgananimalitos
WOW, I am so honored to be a part of this blog. Thank you so much for including my piece.
Mingz Eclectic Creations
I love paper mache! Thank you for showing my paper mache Bat listed on Etsy! Paper mache is such a versatile art, you can do so much with it. I have even made things to use around the house, like a funnel that screws onto my bird seed container to easily fill it, I incorporated a milk jug handle to hold onto while filling! I just paper mached around the screw top of my container, and when it was dry, I unscrewed it and can screw it back on for a tight fit when it needs refilling. As an Art form, you can make just about anything you can think of or imagine!
Again, thank you for including my hanging bat on your blog!