Make Your Own Paper Mache Animals!
Are you ready for a fun and colorful craft? Today, we will learn how to make amazing animals using paper mache! This is a great activity to do with friends or family.
Materials Needed:
- Old newspapers or paper
- Flour
- Water
- A balloon (for shaping)
- Paints (watercolors or acrylics)
- Paintbrush
- Container for mixing
- Safety scissors
Steps to Create Paper Mache Animals:
- Mix the Paste: In a bowl, mix one part flour with two parts water. Stir until smooth. This will be your glue.
- Prepare the Paper: Tear the newspaper into strips. They should be about 1-2 inches wide.
- Shape the Balloon: Inflate the balloon to the size you want for your animal. This will be the base.
- Start Macheing: Dip each strip of paper into the glue mixture. Wrap it around the balloon. Keep layering until it’s covered. Leave a small hole at the top to deflate it later.
- Dry the Creation: Let your paper mache dry completely. This can take a day or two, so be patient!
- Paint Your Animal: Once dry, pop the balloon and carefully remove it. Now you can paint your animal with bright colors!
Safety Tip: Remember to use safety scissors when cutting your paper. Always ask an adult for help if you need it!
This craft is not just fun but also helps improve your creativity. You can make a tiger, a bird, or any animal you like!
Happy crafting!
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