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Whimsical Paper Mache Snowmen

Whimsical Paper Mache Snowmen

Have fun creating these whimsical snowmen to sit upon your shelves. Kids will love to help with the paper mache […]

Paper Mache Patchwork Turtle

Paper Mache Patchwork Turtle

This cute little turtle is made using cardboard tubes, paper mache, fabric and Mod Podge. It’s a fun project for […]

Creepy Caricatures

Totally unique and easy to make, these dimensional papier mache portraits add a touch of whimsy to your house. What […]

Letter Wall

Letter Wall

Decorate a bedroom, play room, or reading room with this cool Letter Wall. This easy, eye-catching project is easy to […]

Paper Mache Solar System

Paper Mache Solar System

Introduce the solar system with these fabulous paper mache Sun, Earth and Moon! Show the kids how to have a […]

Paper Plate Chicken

These adorable chickens started out as paper plates. There’s so much room for creativity with this engaging craft.

St. Patrick’s Day Welcome Shamrock

St. Patrick’s Day Welcome Shamrock

Made from paper mache hearts and plenty of buttons, this adorable shamrock makes a great door decoration. Welcome your friends […]

Homework Before Play Sign

Homework Before Play Sign

This cute sign flips from one side to the other to tell friends if a child can come play or […]

Baseball Pencil Topper

Turn a small paper mache ball into a cool baseball pencil topper! This makes a great craft or favor for […]

Emoji Piñata Gift Box

Piñatas are tons of fun for special occasions like birthdays, but they usually get whacked and thrown away. Instead, make […]

Paper Mache Pinata Fish

Paper Mache Pinata Fish

Discover how easy it is to make a pinata using paper mache. This cute fish pinata would be great for […]

Beach Play Tic Tac Toe

Beach Play Tic-Tac-Toe

Set up a quick game of tic-tac-toe using oversized stars and circles for markers and the beach as the board! […]

Cone and Ball Clown Game

Cone and Ball Clown Game This clown-themed game is a lot of fun! Give it a try! What you need: […]

Angry Birds Pinata

Having an Angry Birds theme for your next party? Make your own pinata featuring your favorite bird!

Zebra Pinata

This balloon-shaped zebra pinata is easy to make and couldn’t be cuter! Make it for a zoo-themed birthday party.

Disco Ball Pinata

Celebrate a birthday, New Year’s Eve, or another special event with a Disco Ball Pinata. It’s easy to make and […]

Cardboard Tombstones

Decorate for Halloween with these cardboard tombstones. Paper mache, textured spray paint, and glue gun spiderwebs make them look so […]

Campfire Costume

Looking for an original Halloween costume idea? This clever campfire costume is very inexpensive to make and lights up for […]

Cereal Box Backpack Charms

It’s easy to transform an empty cereal box (or leftover cardboard) into customized backpack charms that add flair to any […]

Harry Potter Sorting Hat

Create an awesome Sorting Hat just like the one from Harry Potter. This paper mache project is great fun for […]

Paper Mache Canopic Jars

Use empty Pringles containers to make Egyptian-inspired canopic jars. This educational craft is a great way for preteens and teens […]

Seahorse Wall Sculpture

Make this stunning sea horse from cardboard and paper. It’s surprisingly simple and lots of fun!

Paper Mache Photo Letter

Celebrate a graduation, birthday or other special event with a fun Paper Mache Photo Letter! They’re also a great way […]

Strawberry Piñata

Make your own strawberry piñata with just a few simple supplies. Because a strawberry is shaped like a balloon, it’s […]

Tissue Paper Glitter Eggs

These paper mache glitter eggs are so sparkly and colorful! They’re easy to make and can be enjoyed for years […]

Homemade Paper Clay

Homemade Paper Clay

Follow the simple directions to make air-dry paper clay. This inexpensive material can be used for paper mache and a […]

Dragon Mountain Party Game

Dragon Mountain Party Game

This fun party game involves a sleeping dragon, a mountain, and golden eggs! It’s a great activity for a knight-themed […]

Ice Cream Cones

Styrofoam Ice Cream Cones

Turn styrofoam balls into adorable ice cream cones. They make wonderful party favors, decorations, or props for pretend play.

Ice Cream Cone Pinata

Ice Cream Cone Pinata

Who wouldn’t want an ice cream cone pinata at their next party? It’s cute, filled with candy and not too […]

Minion Pinata

Minion Pinata

Make your own Minion Pinata (Minata!) for a birthday party that’s so much fun! The site also has tutorials for […]

Hen and Bunny Easter Baskets

Hen and Bunny Easter Baskets

Help the kids make their own Easter baskets this year! These hen and bunny baskets are fun to make and […]

Oh the Places You'll Go Balloons

Oh the Places You’ll Go Balloons

Celebrate Dr. Seuss Day (March 2) with these beautiful balloons inspired by his classic book, “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” […]

Paper Mache Hats

Paper Mache Hats

Make a giant hat from paper mache. They are fun to creatively decorate and great for make believe play.

Paper Cake

Paper Cake

Create a beautiful layered ‘cake’ using round paper mache boxes and paper. Makes a wonderful centerpiece. Or. fill the boxes […]

Paper Mache Robin Eggs

Paper Mache Robin Eggs

Celebrate spring by making an adorable robin in a paper mache egg. Substitute a chick for Easter or make this […]

Paper Mache Earth

Paper Mache Earth

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than with a paper mache Earth? This project takes multiple days, but the […]

Paper Mache Bowls

Paper Mache Bowls

Learn how to make these decorative paper mache bowls! Paper mache is a classic favorite among kids and parents alike. […]

Decoupaged Paper Mache Heart

Decoupaged Paper Mache Heart

Combine beautiful patterned papers to make a heart to hang from a doorknob. It’s a fun way to add a […]

Paper Mache Mardi Gras Mask

Paper Mache Mardi Gras Mask

The kids will have so much fun making and decorating this Mardi Gras mask! Be sure to start a few […]

Fairy Tale Toadstool

Fairy Garden Toadstool

Put those old newspapers to use! Make a cute paper mache toadstool, perfect for anyone who loves fairy tales. A […]

Flower Power Jewel Box

Flower Power Jewel Box

This adorable box is all girl with its flower motif and fun fur lining. A little papier mache, glue, and […]

Papier Mache Pumpkin

Papier Mache Pumpkin

Make a papier mache pumpkin out of materials you probably have in your home. All you need is news paper, […]

Kid's Art Pumpkin

Kid’s Art Pumpkin

We had tons of fun creating these kid’s art pumpkins! Perfect for a fun afternoon of crafting with your kids. […]

Kookie Creatures

Kookie Creatures

With this creative project, kids dream up a kookie creature, write a biography about it, draw it on paper, construct […]

Lego Pinata

Throwing a Lego-themed birthday party? Make your own Lego brick pinata!

Mother’s Day Paper Mache Box

Mother’s Day Paper Mache Box

Turn a plain ol’ box into a pretty gift using tissue paper, ribbon and Mod Podge. Fill it with Mom’s […]

Paper Mache Easter Chicks

Paper Mache Easter Chicks

Make cute chicks or bunnies from plastic eggs using an old favorite – paper mache. Adorable decorations for your Easter […]

Papier-Mache Water Bottle Airplane

Paper Mache Water Bottle Airplane

Fasten your seat belts…we’re ready for takeoff! Here’s a great way to recycle all of the plastic soda bottles that […]

Papier Mache Carrot Pencils

Paper Mache Carrot Pencils

Is it a carrot? Is it a pencil? Here’s a fun and easy papier mache project for kids of all […]

Paper Mache Eggs

Paper Mache Eggs

Transform mismatched plastic eggs into something much cuter with paper mache! An easy craft that will allow kids to get […]

Paper Mache Jack-o-lantern Totes

Paper Mache Jack-o-lantern Totes

Jack-o-lantern candy totes for Halloween trick-or-treaters make with paper mache and paper clay. Paint them with acrylics with whatever faces […]

Witching Hour Witch Hats

Witching Hour Witch Hats

Hang these little hats anywhere you want to add some color and whimsy to your Halloween decorations.

Floating Papier Mache Ghosts

Floating Papier Mache Ghosts

Halloween wouldn’t be complete without some spooky ghosts hanging from the ceiling!

Glowing Papier Mache Skull

Glowing Papier Mache Skull

Create this glowing skull with papier mache and a balloon to light up your Halloween!

Paper Mache Leaf

Paper Mache Leaf

You remember paper mache! Make pretty leaves from this classic medium.

Halloween Paper Bag Bowls

Halloween Paper Bag Bowls

These adorable pumpkin and ghost bowls are paper mache projects made from paper bags and tissue paper.

Paper Mache Boat

Paper Mache Boat

These whimsical Ann Wood boats are made from paper mache and fabric. Make some for the nursery or your child’s […]

Painted Fruit Centerpiece

Here’s a fun craft that results in a whimsical centerpiece that’s great for summer entertaining!

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