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Paper Mache Masks and Creature Heads
You will need:
A balloon ~ blow up to needed size for mask
Shredded newspaper
Paste ~ made of about one part flour and two parts water; Should have the
consistency of glue. You may want to stir in a little glue as well.
Paint
Lay down newspaper to cover the work area well. Prop the balloon up on a small container to keep in place while you work. Tear newspaper into long strips, dip into paste to coat well and run through ringers to take of excess paste. Cover the balloon with strips, then let dry before applying another layer. Wad up pieces of newspaper in to shapes to be used for facial features. Use masking tape to attach these pieces. Add another coat of paper mache, carefully molding it around the added shapes. Allow this layer to dry then add at least two more layers to build up the thickness and strength.
Once dry, pop or untie the balloon and remove. If you are making a mask, you will want to cut out part of the back and attach sting to the sides. Paint the mask/head how you wish.
