Here is an easy spring paper mache craft using plastic eggs. You will need
plastic eggs. Tape the opening with
masking tape if it won't stay shut.
White glue - no need for Elmers - I use dollar store glue for this.
Water and
white paper towels torn into 2-3" squares. Mix the water and glue in equal parts. We want a nice, loose liquid. I use a piece of
wax paper to keep the egg on so it won't stick while working and a
bottle cap to sit the egg on as it dries.
Dip a paper towel square in the glue/water and use your finger to wipe the extra off. You don't want it dripping. Lay the wet towel over the egg and mold it around the egg. Be sure to smooth it out after each application of wet towel.
Continue to add layers of wet paper towels until you no longer see the egg color. Remember - smooth it out as you apply the paper mache!
I like to sit the wet egg in a bottle cap when finished. Throughout the day, flip it over as it begins to dry. If there is excess glue in the bottle cap, empty that out. The egg should be dry in about 24 hours. Next step will be painting. I will be using acrylic craft paints from AC Moore or Michaels. I think magic markers will also work, but I have not tried it yet. See you in a day or so with a painting update.
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