“Hearts And Crafts Papermache”
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Valentine - a person singled out as one's sweetheart on Saint Valentine's Day
Here's a neat way to show someone you care - make them a Valentine paper mache heart! This fun, easy craft takes a bit of time to make but it's not too difficult and the results can be kept forever.
What you Need:
Paper mache paste
Newspaper or newsprint cut in strips
Heart shape balloons [any size] String
Red and White craft paint
Valentine ribbon [optional]
Other Valentine decorations [optional]
Heart shaped sponge [optional]
Paint sealer
Paint brushes, scissors, glue
Before you can create your Valentine hearts you will need to make a batch of paper mache paste. Be sure to allow to cool first before using.
Tip: Using newsprint rather then newspaper for paper mache is much cleaner. You can get newsprint without ink at your local newspaper office. Ask for a roll-end. There may be a charge for it.
Let's Get started! > Step #1
Hearts and Crafts - Steps
Cover your work area - this can get quite messy!
Prepare your paper mache paste and allow to cool.
Rip pieces of paper into 2-inch by 8-inch strips.
Blow up balloons and tie off tight. Attach a piece of string about 3-feet long to end of balloon. You should be able to buy heart shaped balloons at a party or decorations store.
Dip pieces of paper into paper mache paste. Remove excess paste.
Place pieces of dipped paper on balloon. Repeat process until balloon is covered. Repeat with a second layer of paper.
Once balloon is completely covered with dipped paper hang to dry in a warm area with attached string. Be sure to cover area below balloon. Paste will drip.
Allow to dry for at least 24 hours or over night.
Once dry you are ready to decorate your heart balloons!
Hearts and Crafts - Decorating
If the balloon inside your heart hasn't popped after drying, insert a pin through the hardened shell to pop the balloon. Carefully remove the balloon pieces.
Now comes the fun! It's time to decorate your balloon.
First thing you should do is put a coat of paint on your balloon. Choose any color. For Valentines - red, pink or white is nice. Make sure you coat entire balloon and allow to dry. Use a basic fast drying, water based, craft paint.
Once your first layer of paint is dry you can add decorations. You can sponge paint using heart shaped sponges with different colors of paint. Paint your own hearts on. Glue on heart decorations. Write messages. Draw a face. Whatever you like! Use your imagination.
Once you have completed decorating your balloon allow to dry completely. You can then spray with a paint sealer.
You can add ribbons and bows to your balloons to hang them. A hot glue gun works nicely to attach your ribbon. Be careful or get Mom or Dad to help with the hot glue.
Now hang your pretty creation!
Once dry you are ready to decorate your heart balloons!
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