How To Make Paper Mache Pulp. Soak the shredded newspaper in hot water. However, the pot that i used was smeared in newspaper ink on the sides.
Let them soak for several hours. Tear the newspaper into fairly small pieces. How to make pulp for paper mache.
Gather the following supplies to make paper mache pulp: Cover your wire frame thoroughly. Add just enough hot tap water to completely cover them.
Plaster the head using your fingers to create a nose, mouth and ear shapes. Now, pick up roll and squeeze! Ring out all the water you can possibly squeeze out.
If you have a paper shredder you can shred the. Use a paintbrush to dip in the paste and layer onto the object you are using for papier mâché. Squeeze the pulp around the arms and legs.
Soak the shredded newspaper in hot water. Lots and lots of elmer's white glue. When the paper is soaked, it should be just covered with water.
Colored paper is also a good option for paper mache if you want to give your project a little bit of color and it is a lot cheaper than cotton paper. Use a blender to smooth the mixture into a pulp. Add 3 parts of glue to 1 part of water to the bowl.
