Papier Mache

We have been learning to Papier Mache.  We found out that Papier Mache is a French phrase, meaning 'chewed paper'.  

Before we began we ripped up a lot of newspaper and Mrs Blakesley made a lot of paste.

We talked about what we need to do to be successful at Papier Mache.

This is the criteria we came up with:

The paper is not allowed to be dry.
Paste under and over the paper.

Paste one piece of paper at a time.

Make sure there are no gaps.
Make it flat and smooth.

Complete one layer at a time and let it dry.

We can't wait to add more layers next week!  Keep an eye out for our finished projects.