Papier-mache Pumpkin
PAPIER-MACHE PUMPKIN
(flour and water, white paper towels, round balloon, poster paint, heavy cardboard, construction paper)
1. To make papier-mache, mix flour and water together until it is the consistency of ketchup. Tear small strips of white paper towel and dip them into the flour mixture. Place a layer of strips on an inflated round balloon and let dry. Add another layer and let dry.
2. To make the pumpkin, cut a section from the bottom of the round papier-mache shape so it will sit level and not roll away. Cover with poster paint and let dry.
3. To make the base, cut a rectangular piece of heavy cardboard. Cut various leaf shapes and glue on top. Glue the pumpkin to the center.
4. Add a paper stem, leaves, and vines to the pumpkin decoration.
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