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DIY Decorative Paper Mache Bowls

Making DIY decorative paper mache bowls is a delightful and creative way to add a personal touch to your home decor. These bowls are not only fun to create but also make fantastic gifts for friends and family. All you need is some paper strips, Mod Podge, and water to get started. Simply mold the mixture onto a bowl or balloon, let it dry, and then paint and decorate to your heart's content. Whether you choose vibrant colors or elegant patterns, these handmade bowls will surely add a unique flair to any room. So why not give it a try and bring a touch of homemade charm to your living space?

Equipment

Bowl(s)
Paintbrush(es)
Scissors
Sandpaper optional

Materials

Newspaper or scrap paper
Mod Podge any formula
Multisurface craft paint
Plastic wrap

Instructions

Cover a clean, dry bowl in plastic wrap. Tape the plastic wrap to the insides of the bowl if necessary to secure. Cover your work surface.

Tear or cut several pages of newspaper into 1 to 2” squares.

Place a layer of decoupage medium on the outside of the plastic wrap. Lay down pieces of newspaper down on the surface of the bowl and smooth with a paintbrush covered in decoupage medium.

Continue overlapping newspaper pieces and applying with decoupage medium until the entire bowl is covered. Apply a second layer.

Let the entire bowl dry on your work surface. It will take a few hours depending on the climate.

Once dry, remove the layer of plastic wrap from the bowl mold, releasing the paper mache bowl. Remove the plastic wrap from the paper mache. If not all of the plastic wrap releases, that’s okay. You can remove as much as possible and paint over it.
Use the bowl mold as a template to trim the edges of your newspaper bowl.

Paint the bowl using the colors of your choice and a paintbrush. Paint several layers and let dry.


Add Texture

Incorporate materials like yarn, fabric, or tissue paper for added texture and dimension.


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