How to Make The Perfect Papier-Mache Pumpkin Sculpture Container for Fall

"How to bring artistic fall decor into to your home while spending little to no money."
Estimated CostUnder $10
Time to CompleteWeekend project
Primary TechniquePaper Crafts
HolidayFall
Materials List
- Paper-newspaper or wrapping
- flour
- water
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salt (optional)
- Plastic pumpkin bucket
- craft paint
- cardboard (optional)
Instructions
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Cut pumpkin in half to use as a mold.
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Layer strips of paper dipped in paper mache paste on to pumpkin half to create to create two sides
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Once halves are dry, join together with additional paste dipped strips. Reinforce bottom with cardboard if desired.
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Allow to dry completely and paint as desired.
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