How to Make a Tissue Paper Collage Vase

Children will learn a fun craft that is easy and it will be remembered always. A great project to do in Bible School. After decorating the vase you may want to give as a gift to the child's grandparents. Put the child's name and age on the bottom of the vase. The vase can also be used for holding pencils, pens or crayons. A great Father's day or Mother's day gift. It can also be used for coins, which will teach the child to save their money.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• vase
• tissue paper
• glue
• bowl
• water
• disposable gloves

1. You will need a vase, any size or color. The smoother the surface on the vase, the easier the tissue paper will adhere.

2. Cut several different colors of tissue paper in random shapes. Choose a lot of different colors.

3. Mix glue and just enough water to where it looks like the consistency of broth, in a bowl. Stir the mixture.

4. Dip each cut out piece of tissue paper into the glue mixture. Take off excess.

5. Adhere to vase, holding in place for about 30 seconds. Continue this process, taking care to overlap all the pieces, till vase is fully covered.

6. Let dry 24 hours. Decorate with ribbon or beads around the neck of the vase.