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Make a simple rod puppet using styrofoam balls, dowels, papier mache, paint, fabric, and yarn. A fun craft for older children--and the possibilities for creative play are endless!
A pinata can be made for any occasion and holiday. Since most pinatas are formed from balloons, egg is the easiest shape for pinata, and Easter is the best holiday to make an easy egg shaped...
Making a piñata, dinosaur or bowl is fun, easy and economical with papier-mâché. The first step is mixing up the paste, which helps to hold all the newspaper strips together.
Whether you're dressing up for Halloween or wanting to look fantastic in a play or at a party, the right mask can help make your costume unforgettable. A Venetian style paper mache mask is a...
We used to make things in art class with paper mache, and it was so fun. I remember making piggy banks out of balloons, and other things. We always enjoyed it so when I was looking for something...
Beautifully decorated Easter eggs make the perfect addition to an Easter tree or floral arrangement. They also make a charming display piled in a pretty bowl and added to a coffee table or...
While you can always run out to the store to buy Halloween props, making your own can provide twice the fun, especially if the kids get involved.
Playing around with paper mache can be fun for the whole family, or great for an art project. Many people make it too complicated when really it's very simple and easy! Here is how you do it!
This is a great craft to do on a rainy day, it's not hard, and most people have these times around their home. Make a piggy bank!
A fun craft to do with kids would be paper mache bowls. this is a easy craft that has a fun result. kids can use this to put their toys in or just to store things.
Here are simple ways to make a Paper Mache mask for Halloween. I did one of Snoopy but you can use the same method to make any kind of mask.
Paper Mache is easy, great, fun! From 8 to 80 it's easy to do, even when it's messy.
Are you looking for a fun craft to do with your children on a Sunday afternoon? Paper mache is perfect! Not only is it fun, it's easy for kids of all ages. Here are the basics.
Making paper mache projects are so much fun. You can be as creative as your imagination will allow you to be. Making the paper mache paste is the first step in creating your masterpiece. Once on...
There are thousands of bird sanctuaries around the world. Why not create your own? A place of refuge and protection for birds is a way to help the environment and a way to add a part of nature...
Ever wanted to learn how to make a biodegradable paper flower pot that you can plant in the ground once it starts to grow? These are so unique you can use them for Mother's Day gifts, wedding...
Paper mache is a simple project for both kids and adults that can be made with simple items you have in the kitchen and around the house. Masks and articles for holidays like Halloween, parties,...
Creating a dinosaur piñata is a great project to share with your children, even if you aren’t terribly creative. Most of the materials you will need can be found around your home or purchased...
There are so many items that we throw away on a daily basis that can be saved and used for crafts. Here are some tips on what to save and how to use it.
Gather up the kids and spend some quality family time engaged in the timeless craft of paper- mache art. The possibilities for creating paper-mache masterpieces are endless, so whether it's a...
Don't know what to do with the kids this weekend? Here's a fun and inexpensive activity you can consider--make paper mache. Since it's an arts and craft activity and there is really no way of...
A piñata is a traditional party game that can add to the theme of your party. Making a piñata can be a fun way to prepare for your upcoming party. For a pirate theme party, create a piñata that is...
Carving marionettes takes time, patience and the right kind of wood. Follow these steps to accomplish this task, and then use your marionettes to entertain your children and friends.
The volcano is a popular science fair project. Luckily for all parents, it is also an easy project to help kids make. With items that you can find at the grocery store and hardware store, this...
One of the easiest ways to create decorative forms is with papier-mache´ or paper mache. Using common materials like old newspaper, modeling clay and diluted white glue, you can create your...
I can help you plan a really fun birthday party for that child in your life that loves Dinosaurs!
Halloween is in my opinion of the most exilerating holidays ever established, but what is halloween with out your own scary mask!
Pinatas are a fun addition to a child's party. Rather than spend a chunk of change on a store-bought pinata, make a colorful butterfly pinata using items you already have at home!
Here is a recipe for a paper-mache sculpture material that is cheap but durable. It is easy for an older child to mix up and work with. It would be a good idea to wear rubber gloves while...
Want to make a fun Piñata for some celebration? This Smiley Face Piñata is great. It doesn't take to much time although it needs to dry overnight. And by using colored tissue paper...
I can still remember making my first paper mache Eater egg. I was about 10 years old and my grandmother helped me make the egg as a gift for my mother. It was huge and I painted it blue and we...
You can use a spray primer on your lizard if you want to. Learn how to make paper mache lizards from a professional art instructor in this free crafts video.
A grade is simply the angle of change in elevation from ground level to a higher or lower level. While grade measures the angle from one level to the next, slope is the measure of the amount of...
The sample books that wallpaper retailers use are frequently thrown away when the new lines come out from each manufacturer. Teachers especially find them a great resource to use in the classroom...
Pinatas are a fun addition to any party, and are a classic form of entertainment in children's birthday parties.
Halloween provides a creative opportunity for children to participate in holiday preparations by making decorations. Simple and economical projects use household materials or basic supplies...
Throwing a Halloween Party for the kids doesn't have to break the bank! Many decorations can be made with everyday items - many right out of the recycling bin and careful planning of the menu...
Hand puppets are great fun, but have you ever tried making your own with papier mache heads? With this simple paper pulp method you can model the heads for a whole cast of characters!
Papier-mache pulp is a terrific modeling material. Use it to make puppet heads, papier mache masks, beads, and other craft projects. The recipie here makes about 1 1/2 cups of pulp.
With Halloween and Thanksgiving right around the corner, it is a great time for cheap holiday decorations. These pumpkins are great for painting or using in larger projects. Try making and...
Making a vampire head for your next Halloween celebration is both easy and fun. Using simple paper mache techniques and household materials you and your children can bring Dracula to life this...
More people are making Christmas gifts and Christmas decorations due to economnic necessity. Along the way, they are discovering how much fun making handcrafts can be! Here is a simple recipe...
Making a papier-mâché doll is an excellent activity for kids of all ages, and they'll be left with a brand new plaything when the process is complete.
Introduce your child to the wonders of science by making a paper-mache volcano. Your child will have a great time building it and will be thrilled as it erupts and pours "lava" down the side of...
Making masks is a popular craft with both children and adults. It takes a bit of preliminary preparation, patience and a few household objects. Creating favorite alien characters from television,...
Piñatas have been used for years all around the world to celebrate a happy occasion. Piñatas are filled with candy and small toys for children to gather after the piñata is broken. Homemade...
When the kids are bored and you're looking for a fun craft to get their creative juices flowing, make a papier mache balloon and let the good times "blow." A papier mache balloon can be turned...
For millions of people, November is ushered in each year with Day of the Dead, commemorating the passing of friends and loved ones. Since Day of the Dead is viewed as a celebration of eternal...
Next to Snoopy, Charlie Brown is one of the best known Peanuts characters. His simple dress, yellow zigzag shirt, black shorts and bald head, make an easy costume. Here are some helpful ides to...
Making homemade maracas is a simple project for kids. Maracas can be made from just a few household items. Maracas are a fun first musical instrument for a child and can be made by using the...