Paper mache tree

This is the beginning of tree bark, crumple brown paper in vertical folds

I recently made a tree trunk for a church play. While working on creating it I came across this recipe for paper mache, and I loved it, so I thought I would share. I've used it a couple of times now and it makes a nice strong finish that sticks well. Paper Mache 1 cup flour 1 1/2 cups water (cold or warm) 1/2 cup white school glue pinch of salt (important in humid climates to prevent mold) Place ingredients in a bowl and whisk. It should be a syrupy consistency and can be tinted. Then tear…

Life size paper bag tree made from 15ft paper bag. Inspired by the popular paper bag fall tree craft.

The paper mache tree project was on hold for a while. My plans got messed around a bit when I put the husband onto learning about EMF's , ...

I use two paper mache recipes for the projects on this site - both recipes are cheap, and the final sculptures are as strong as wood.

Making a Tree With Children: I love trees, therefore when I got the job as Artist-in-Residence, my very first project was to make a tree in full collaboration with the kids. I thought it would be easy - I mean it`s just a tree, how hard can it be to make one? Well, quite frank…

Hands In Clay: How To Make A Paper Mache Tree | Paper mache tree, Tree ...

This jungle room makeover features a huge paper mache tree. Follow along as we turned my son's room into a safari hideaway.

OK, so maybe the details are not so juicy, but I got your attention, right? So now I can tell you all about my state conference! The photo to the left was me with a fellow blogger, 'Mrs. Impey', who blogs at Art Room 104. She's been posting a lot of really valuable information on her blog, especially for other NY art teachers. It was a real pleasure to meet her! If you haven't visited her blog yet, stop in and see what she's up to! Meanwhile - I've had a lot of questions about my workshops…