• tear newspaper into strips
   
• HINT:  always make the last layer of mache with white computer paper or paper towel so that painting is easier.  It takes FAR less paint.  If you don’t do this, consider priming the project with white acrylic paint before you let the kids at it with the poster paint
   
• Make paper mache paste (there are many different options):
• OPTION 1:  3/4 white glue to 1/4 water (or if using a good, thick glue, like elmers you can do 1/2 and 1/2)
• OPTION 2:  COOK METHOD:  1 part flour to 5 parts water… boil about 3 minutes and let cool  (my favorite!  it’s the cheapest method and is nice and smooth)
• OPTION 3:  1 part flour to 1 part water.  Stir together.
• NOTE:  Humidity really does play a factor!  If you live somewhere very humid, add less water (up to 1/4 less).  I live in a very dry area.
   
• NOTE:  if you add a couple tablespoons of salt to your paper mache it will not mold. 
• Use up to 4 layers, No More.
• Let dry COMPLETELY

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