Date: Wed, 03 Apr 2002 14:47:04 -0800
Subject: Re: PUPT: Papier Mache Pulp


on 4/3/02 10:40 AM, Bill Jones at wsjones-AT-basingstoke.org wrote:

> I'd recommend  working over a styrofoam egg or ball.
> ...solid paper pulp will take too long to dry.
> 
> even the fast drying clay would be better over styrofoam...
> ...but it IS a bit tricky to get the first layer to stick...
> 
> Bill
> 
>> This is for a workshop for 8-11 year-olds. We'll be making some small rod
>> puppets with springs for the arms and legs, and papier mache pulp, or clay,
>> for the head, body, hands and feet.
>> 
>> Has anyone worked with papier mache pulp?
>> How easy is it to make and work with?
>> How long would small bits (thumb-sized) take to dry? (we have hours, to
>> overnight if necessary. )
>> Would it be better to use a fast-drying clay?
>> Curious,
>> Aoife
> 
> 
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I don't make a solid paper mache head either.  For a head this size I use a
wad of tin foil.  After the head has dried, the foil can be pulled out.  For
very large heads (2 or 3 feet) I build a frame of foam insulation sheeting;
wrap foil around it or pad with grocery bags (don't we all have too many of
those) then apply the paper pulp.  In any event, I always find it takes
forever to dry.  If anyone knows of a way to make this stuff dry faster,
please let me know also, I loose a lot of time.  valerie



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