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How to Make a Papier Mache Piñata

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Papier Mache Tiger
Papier Mache Tiger

What kid's party would be complete without a paper mache piñata to spill out the treats?

Piñatas are festive, fun, and a great decoration for birthday parties and special occasions.

Here are the basic instructions to get you started on making your own papier mache piñata

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Large Inflated balloon
  • String
  • Newspaper
  • Papier-mâché paste
  • Small toys and candy
  • Crepe paper
  • Paint
  1. Step 1
    Papier Mache Paste
    Papier Mache Paste

    Mix and prepare paste according to directions.

    Tear up stripes of newspaper.

  2. Step 2
    Sting Balloon
    Sting Balloon

    Attach string to large balloon.

  3. Step 3
    Papier Mache on Balloon
    Papier Mache on Balloon

    Cover balloon with paper and paste, leaving 6 inch diameter circle at the top of the balloon visible.

  4. Step 4

    Let sit for several days to dry.

  5. Step 5
    Candy
    Candy

    When dry, pop the balloon. You are now ready to add your goodies, such as candy and toys into your piñata.

  6. Step 6

    Cover the opening with more paper and paste. Use paper and paste to add dimensions and shape to your piñata, like adding ears to make a tiger as pictured at the top of this article, or any other shapes to create the piñata of your choice.

  7. Step 7
    Decorate Papier Mache
    Decorate Papier Mache

    Decorate outside of piñata with crepe paper and paint.

    Sit aside to dry again.

  8. Step 8
    Hitting Pinata
    Hitting Pinata

    Hang up within swing reach of a toy baseball bat or stick. Allow children of all ages to take turns and attempt to break open the piñata at your next party!

Tips & Warnings
  • Tie string to paper clip and place in wet papier mache when closing hole at top to hang piñata.
  • Use smaller balloons and cardboard tubes and apply paper a paste over to add shapes when forming piñata.
  • Be creative.
  • If you don't succeed the first time, try - try again. In other words, if this is your first attempt at making a piñata and it doesn't come out the way you would have hoped, don't fret. Just try again, the second time always works out better than the first.

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