I have received several requests on how exactly to make papier-mâché mixture. So I decided to put together a short how to video. The only supplies needed to make papier-mâché is flour and water. I prefer using all-purpose bleached flour, and warm water when mixing mâché. I have found that these together make a nice smooth consistency when mixing the two.
Once you have your mixture ready, you can begin to create something with newspaper strips and dipping them in the mixture. Your imagination is the limit. While you're creating, you may notice your papier-mâché mixture gradually getting thicker. That is normal, just add a little bit of water and stir around to make the mixture thinner, continue on creating. Also you can store the mixture if you have a lot left over. Make sure to store the mixture in the refrigerator or inside an airtight container.
Suggestions when working with papier-mâché
- Don’t leave left over mixture out, the yeast in the flour ferments
and gets stinky. - Don’t wait to wash out the bowel that held the mixture.
It is hard to scrap off once dry. - Keep a small cup of water on hand while creating, to thin out mixture.
- Spread out newspaper around work area, and wear an apron or grubby clothes.
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