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1. Intro course 2: Hello. My name is Lily, and welcome to my course on creating a decorative
Papia Mache vase. In this course, we'll go step
by step to make a stylish, sturdy, almost marble like vase by hand and using
the simplest materials. You'll learn how to
make a mold from a plastic bottle and
foam, prepare a smooth, pliable pepper Mushy pulp
from two types of paper, apply it neatly onto the mold, send it to a perfectly
smooth finish, and seal it with varnish for a glossy and protective coat. We'll also talk
about upcycling and sustainability because this
project isn't just creative. It's a small step
toward waste reduction and mindful consumption.
Let's get started.
2. Materials and tools: Materials and tools.
Here's what we'll need. Blender to mix the pulp. Brown paper napkins
for contrast and a marbled effect,
white toilet paper. A plastic bottle the
base of our vase, I use a small bottle. Maskin tape, a bowl for
wetting hands and tools, a metal spatula or regular
plastic card for smoothing. A knife scissors and pencil, styrofoam for base of our vase. Paper or cardboard. PVA glue around 200 grams. Gypsum plaster just 50 grams. Bowls or containers.
At least two bowls, kitchen towels to squeeze
out excess water. For sending we need sandpaper
or a sending machine. Don't forget to wear a
protective mask for this step, varnish brush,
sponge and gloves.
3. Mold: Creating the mold. We begin by creating the base
shape, the mold. As a foundation, we use an ordinary plastic
bottle. We don't cut it. It stays whole. You can use a recycled plastic
bottle and foam. This way, we give materials a second
life and reduce waste. First, draw the shape you
like on a piece of paper, then place it on the foam, trace it and
carefully cut it out. Now, trace your drawing onto the foam and cut out
two mirrored shapes. Be careful when working with the foam, especially
during cutting. It's best to use a
craft knife and place a thick piece of cardboard underneath to protect
your work surface. Smooth out any rough
areas and then trim the outer edges to
make them less sharp. Repeat the same steps
with the second piece. Next, we attach these pieces to both sides of the
bottle using tape. It's best to use a bottle
with smooth sides. It makes it easier to attach the parts
and apply the pulp. Take your time and try
to place the foam shape right in the middle of the bottle as
straight as possible. Continue taping the foam
pieces firmly in place. The neck of our vase will be the neck of the bottle itself. The result is a single
solid mature with the smooth silhouette of the future vase perfect
for applying the pulp. The mold doesn't
have to be perfect. Small imperfections will
be hidden under the pulp. What matters most
is that it's stable and follows the general
shape of your design, and we are ready
to the next step preparing the papamahiPulp.
4. Paper mache pulp: Preparing the Pap yamahiPulp now we're going to prepare
our papiamhe pulp. For the base, we'll use white toilet paper and
brown paper napkins. These are affordable,
accessible, and recyclable
materials that work perfectly for creating
a smooth uniform pulp. Place each material in a separate container and
cover completely with water. Either warm or cold
water will work. There's no need to tear
the paper beforehand. After soaking for
20 to 30 minutes, it will soften and naturally begin to break down into fibers. You can also use egg tray
instead of brown napkins. They usually have the same warm brown tones and
work just as well. Once the paper is fully soaked, blend each batch separately one after the other
until smooth. It's important to achieve a consistent texture with
no large pieces remaining. At this stage, you'll have to separate pulp mixtures
in different colours. Next, gently squeeze
out the excess water. The pulp should stay moist
but not dripping wet. I personally use kitchen towels, but you can substitute them
with any similar material. Even ghost or muslin will work. Squeeze out as much
water as you can. Now it's time to break
the damp paper into tiny pieces so we can turn it into a smooth and even pulp. Combine both pulps
in one container, and we are ready to add
some white PVA glue. You can control how much
brown pulp you add. The more you use, the more intense and visible the marbled pattern on
your waist will be. After start, add
some white PVA glue around 200 grams and a bit Gibson plaster around 70 grams. For this step, please
use gloves and mask. Mix thoroughly. You
can use your hands. Keep mixing until
you get a smooth, pliable clay like consistency. To check if it's ready, the pulp should be soft, easy to shape, and not
sticky to the touch. If it's too dry or crumbly, add a little more glue
or water and mix again. If you've made extra pulp, you can store it for later. Place it in an
airtight container and keep it in the
fridge for up to a week. Just make sure it
doesn't dry out. That's it. Your pulp is ready. Let's move on to
applying it to the mold.
5. Applying papier mache : Applying the papilla
machete to the mold. To cover the neck of the vase, you'll need something
about the same width. You can use a similar
object or simply shape one out of foil
or rolled up paper, but cover it with plastic wrap. Now we begin applying
the pulp to our mold. Remember to occasionally
moisten your hands, this will prevent the pulp
from sticking to your fingers. Start from the middle
of the form and work your way down to the
bottom and up to the neck, evenly covering the
entire surface. Use your fingers to gently press and spread the pulp across the base in an even layer
about 0.5 centimeters thick. Keep smoothing with
your fingertips to create a clean uniform surface. The soft pulp spreads easily and is pleasant
to work with. Keep working your
way around the mold, covering all sides with
the Papa Machine pulp. At the bottom of our vase, apply a little extra pulp. This will help make the base stronger and give
it better support. Use a spatula or regular plastic card
to smooth the surface, blend the seams, and give
the vase a neat finish. Using gentle smooth motions, press lightly with the spatula to even out the
surface of the vase. Pay special attention
to the neck area. It's important to apply
the pulp carefully here to make the shape
clean and well defined. To create the neck of the vase, take a piece of the polt mixture about the size of an egg, roll it into a strip as long
as the neck's diameter, wrap this strip
around the neck mold and press it firmly onto
the base of the vase. Make sure it sticks well. If needed, feel free to add or remove some pulp to shape
it evenly and smoothly. Carefully smooth and
even out the edges of the vase so that the thickness is consistent all
around the diameter. You can make the
neck of the vase as tall or short as you like. It's up to your design. Carefully twist the stick in one direction to gently remove it from the
neck of the vase. Once done, let the vase dry completely for
about two days.
6. Sanding vase: Sending. Once the vas is completely dry, we
can start sending. Make sure to wear
a protective mask, especially if you're
using an electric sender. The dust from papilla
Mache is very light and can easily
get into your lungs. I use sandpaper with 60 to 80
grid and a sending machine. It's faster and gives a
perfectly smooth finish. But if you don't have a
machine, that's okay. You can send by hand
with regular sandpaper. It will just take more time and patience and the surface
may not be quite as smooth. For this vase, I want to achieve a polished marble like texture. I go over the entire
surface with the machine, smoothing out all the edges and removing any bumps
or imperfections. Be careful. Don't
press too hard. Don't stay in one spot too long, or the surface might darken. This step takes
time and attention. But the smoother you finish, the more professional
your vase will look. And take extra care when
sending the neck of the ist. You can adjust it
slightly to make the diameter more even
all the way around. Now we need to work on
the neck of device, even up the width and
smooth all the edges. We'll do this in a
simple and stylish way using just a regular pencil
and a piece of sandpaper, 60 to 100 grid. Wrap the sandpaper around
the pencil and use it like this to gently send
the inside of the neck. If needed, you can also go over the outer
edge the same way. The vase is finally polished.
We've done a great job. Now, let's shake off the dust, tidy up a bit, and move
on to the next step.
7. Varnishing: Varnishing and final touch. Apply a thin even layer
to the hall vase. One or two coats are enough. Let each layer dry fully
before applying the next. First, it protects the surface from moisture, dust and dirt. Second, it gives the piece
a finished look mad, satin or glossy, depending on the type
of varnish you choose. And that's it now. You have
a stylish eco friendly way that looks great in any home or makes a lovely handmade gift.
8. Variations and expirements: Variations and experiments. You can experiment with
the color of the paper. Add green or blue paper to create a three or four tone mix. Don't sand the surface too much, leave some texture and
let the material show. Try adding paint
to the pulp before applying it or paint
it afterwards. It takes color beautifully. This is a technique
without strict rules, just your creativity
and imagination.
9. Finish : Upcycling, ecology
and inspiration. This project isn't
just about home decor. We're using waste paper that would usually
be thrown away, a plastic bottle that
might never get recycled. The world is
overwhelmed by waste, but every mindful object you create is a step toward
a better future. Upcycling is a way
to say I care, I create, I don't
discard, I transform. Something handmade, crafted with love is always meaningful. Thank you for creating with
me save our home together. Oh
Lily M.
