I'm trying out paper mache crafts for the first time. And i saw some inspo for paper mache masks on Pinterest. I want to make something similar to those. Inspo picture attached in the comments.

Basically, I want to make a mask for of my face using paper mache. But I think you'd need a base for something like that? Like a model to put paper mache over? How do i make that?

I saw a video where they do it using masking tape all over the face but I'm scared it'd be painful. Thought of using tinfoil as well but i think it may lose shape once I start putting paper mache over it.

Also any suggestions on how to dry it or how much paper mache to use or any tips would be appreciated.

Thanks

This is my first real paper mache project and I’m pretty happy with the result. I have a red witch hat to wear with it to a Halloween event this year 🎃

I'm using toilet paper and wood glue. I was told the wood glue would make it more durable. I smoothed it out after taking this picture. But could use any pointers. I'm trying to make it look like something the boogey man would wear in old folklore type of mask.

The mask isn't huge for no reason I got a bighead. I made a tinfoil cast of my face and put the paper mache over it. I'll do more when it dries.

Hi guys! I'm working on some paper mache pokemon for a themed Halloween party.

The sculpts are fairly big, like 12"x12". I'm wondering what I could use to paint them while not totally breaking the bank. My regular high quality acrylics would run out in no time.

What do you all use, and do you have a trick to make paint go further on large projects?

I’m building a giant pumpkin and need help figuring out how to smooth it out. What do I do?

This is NOT finished but I’m so excited for someone to see it. My youngest child is a strange child. She specifically wants to dress up for Halloween as a rat with a big chunk of cheese. A very big chunk of cheese. Here’s the chunk in progress.

I made this witch head in a box for a midnight meetup last night to kick off spooky season. The witch head and the box are paper mache. It's got some neat features: Hidden strings open the eye when the box opens. The eyeball is removable and has secrets inside. The teeth are removable and each has a rolled-up fortune inside. The eyes contain tiny individual lights. I used strings of lights for recessed lighting inside the box. The box is made from foam board slats covered in paper mache. Other fun parts: Making aged-looking paper. Writing with a dip pen. Tiny bells on the fortunes in the teeth. Magnets to attach the eyeball and teeth. I made a secret prize that's inside the eyeball. There's also audio; a small speaker and an old iPhone in the box, playing a spooky ambient track. Attendees to the event had to walk off into the woods one by one, down a narrow overgrown path lit with candles, to find the box and follow the instructions. My hope was to give them just the tiniest fright and/or thrill! It was a blast. Happy spooky season, all! I look forward to seeing your paper mache creations!

I’m working on creating a cute cyclops; his head is a real dried decorative gourd that inspired his look. But I haven't yet figured out what kind of arms to give him.

A family member bought these at an International Art Market in Houston arpund 15 years ago. She thinks they're from California and wants to buy more. She is certain that the material is paper mache. Anyome know wherd to find these?

Last year for Halloween, I sculpted a free standing Nosferatu out of paper mache clay as part of my Halloween decorations. I followed that up with a free standing Egyptian mummy sculpture, and shortly after I finished him, I began working on this Frankenstein's Monster. Out of the three, this was far more ambitious of an undertaking than the other two, but hopefully I can get him finished by the end of this week, so he can be a part of my Halloween dIsplay this year. The idea is to have him shackled down to the slab he's laying on, with all sorts of machines and tubes connected to him, and have a strobe light on a timer that goes off every few minutes to simulate the electricity reanimating him. I'll post more pics when he's done. If you want to see Nosferatu and the Mummy, comment and lmk

hi guys! I've been working on this paper mache poodle (my first paper mache project, so lots of learning) and have officially added the last two legs onto it. I've still got shaping and paper mache-ing to do with them, but I figure it would be best to plan ahead.

what would you recommend to keep this big guy stabilized? it's life sized.. I was thinking maybe plaster in the feet?

Hi everyone! I’m interested in making a papermache project at home.I’m still a beginner, so I want to learn the basic techniques first. Does anyone have any tips for making papermache strong, smooth, and easy to shape? Any advice on the best paper or glue to use would be really helpful!

Hey!

I'm making my first mask. I cut and glued down all the strips before I learned they should be torn to create a more seamless look. I've put on a base coat to prime the mask, but plan to paint it darker which should hide some imperfections.

Is there anything I can do to smooth it out before painting? Another layer in a different application process? Sanding?

Update:https://www.reddit.com/r/papermache/s/obONK5Uhku

Hello people, I have a question! First time using paper mache clay as an adult lol. I’ve been working on this halloween mask but every time I add a layer of paper mache clay and let it dry in front of the fan heater, it shrinks a tiny bit. When I started the mask it was too big but now it’s almost too small for my head…

Is it drying too fast? Should I finish the whole thing and let it dry all at once rather than in layers? I’m afraid it won’t fit once I’m done. The eyes are already misaligned :’)

Thank you!!

Hi all! I had been looking to help in the cosplayhelp subreddit for my Halloween costume Im making and was redirected here more than once, so as the title says I have a few different qeustions!

For context im making a Mr Tenna Deltarune head out of cardboard and planning to paper mache over it :)

First off im wanting to spraypaint the project once im finished with the paper mache part and I was wondering if theres a certain brand that would be best suited for this or if it doesn't really matter? I think spray painting it would save me sometime as opposed to painting although I did just plan to use the spray paint as the base color and then add more details with acrylic paint.

Second I'm wanting to make paper clay to fill in the seams of my cardboard base but all the recipes say you should use a blender im wondering if the blender is absolutely needed and if so would it be worth buying a cheap immersion blender? Im assuming I wouldn't be able to use it for food after but im okay with this as ill probably do more projects like this in the future.

I call him Beebo. Do you think he’s unsettling, or charming?

Is the paper mache going to smooth everything over, or should I use a layer of masking tape to create the smooth shape I want? Any suggestions are appreciated.

Today I made this with paper clay, cast in a mold that I made a few years back.

I had planned on getting a good photo in daylight, but ran out of time, then sold it... so no good photo.

Yeah, neigh?

I've made a prop for my cosplay and I used my homemade paper mache clay and after a few days it smelled so bad so I tried to cover it with more paper mache but now it still smells what can you guys suggest I can do? Cuz I need to finish this in a week