Create Perfect Paper Mache Paste In Just Minutes!

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When you heat / boil flour, it activates the gluten and then it becomes thick and sticky (wheatpaste). I've been doing this for decades and nobody seems to pass on this info about boiling paper mache glue anymore. In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup of water with 1/4 cup of flour. In a pot, boil 1 cup of water. Once it comes to a boil, pour in your flour water mixture and whisk until it starts boiling again. You'll see the solid white turn kind of translucent. I add in a teaspoon of vinegar so it stops mold from forming. PVA glue also works as a preservative, but isn't 100% necessary if you've activated your flour's gluten.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Great tips

[@oasisblue419]

You should make a KZbin video on this

[@geralyn-mm]

Thank you! I started with the flour mixture only to find my Elmer’s glue bottle empty! I did not remember my mom adding glue - but that was 60 years ago. You saved me and my project ! Thank you so very much ❤ !!!!

[@silverchimes81]

I’m guessing plain flour and not self raising? It’s been a couple of decades since I last mached anything. The boys have decided they want masks this year (20 days out). Thank you for the recipe.

[@geralyn-mm]

@@silverchimes81 also Ultimate Paper Mache has a recipe that has a firmer texture - she does animal sculptures with it - may have more substance for your boys’ masks.

[@stellabella6839]

This is probably a great recipe, but as someone who has done this for years, I recommend adding white vinegar or lemon juice to the mix. This will keep mold from forming from the flour long term. I live in a humid climate so this is mandatory for me. But if the project is exposed to any moisture, mold is always a possibility. Cheers ❤

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for the tip!

[@후레인]

Hi i have been looking for a good paper mache recipe as i want to make a heart to ultimately put on ky sisters grave, will it react to the rain even if i put lemon juice?. Please let me know

[@stellabella6839]

@@후레인 if this is going to be outside, it will disintegrate, fall apart. There are ways to seal it, I think, like resin, but outside is a big no no. Sorry. 😩

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Not hold up to outside elements

[@catching.dreamzzz8019]

Salt works just as well.

[@donnadozier4294]

I made a paper mache owl in 6th grade, about 50 years ago. Lol

[@OurUpcycledLife]

So fun 🤩

[@carolschlosser2716]

I made a cat head puppet in school about 50 years ago. 😊

[@any.user.allowed.]

Same

[@edithtierce8209]

I made a ghost for Halloween in Kindergarten 29 years ago! Great memories.

[@CalypsoTheTherian-777]

My dad made a paper mache mask and he still has it and he’s 53

[@MonavieVoight]

Wow, I absolutely loved this tutorial on "How to Make DIY Paper Mache Paste in Minutes"! 🎨📜 The step-by-step instructions were so clear and easy to follow, making it perfect for both seasoned crafters and beginners like myself. I can't believe how quick and cost-effective the homemade paste recipe is! It's a game-changer for anyone who loves working with paper mache. I appreciate how you emphasized that crafting with paper mache is fun for both kids and adults. It's such a versatile medium, and your tutorial truly brought out its potential. I can't wait to try out this recipe for my next project. Thanks for sharing your expertise! 👏👏👏

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching

[@galvinstanley3235]

​@@OurUpcycledLifeI always thought this could only be done with newspaper.

[@daaikuu]

what the bot

[@abhaythecuber1837]

@@OurUpcycledLife Its a AI generated reply

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Nope it’s me ❤️

[@valeriebigley8759]

Oh ya. This is going to be fun with the kids. ❤

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yep it will be

[@ceber121]

@@valeriebigley8759 W Mom!

[@rebekahbardsley5947]

Deidre, It is so nice to see a DYI from you. I have not been getting any alerts about any new videos. Either your very busy or something has changed with my tech world. I have been working 9 hours days and I worked Saturday for 9 hours pulling parts (automobile) that GM says is obsolete and it goes all into the dumpster. Such waste when the assembly line people are on strike now wanting to make 34% more money. Anyway, I kept all the brass engine oil seals rings and silver cool shaped. Round washers as I like to make mobiles and jewerly out of them. I hope you have been well. I am excited to see this video. I think this brown paper is so nice for Fall with light weight yarn made pumpkins to rest in the bowl or take some of the faux fall leaves and display them in this bowl. And hey, how about making mini mushrooms to display out of Amazon brown envelopes. Maybe cut down a yogurt cup to be the top of the mushroom and get chunky round twigs for its base. I think that would be so cool. I am taking a test and catching up on videos and then I need to make a pair of earrings for the accountant at work. Your video said it was posted an hour ago and you already had 123 likes. So super! I hope you had a great summer and I hope you have a great Fall! Fondly, Rebekah in VA

[@Rhondas_Flippin_Life]

That's awesome that you're able to take some of the throwaway parts and use them in such a neat way. Hello neighbor 😊 from Maryland

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Try and upload 2 videos a week ❤️

[@stoneinthefield1]

I love making papier-mâché Halloween decorations that I can throw away at the end of the season.

[@TeilaWolfe]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😂😅😅

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching ❤️

[@ericrener8177]

Thank you. I did a project using your paste recipe.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Hope you like it!

[@brendajeannewyche]

Thank you very much!❤️😲

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You're welcome 😊

[@laurafritz697]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge! ❤😊❤

[@jillelainejones]

I love paper Mach'e I did three balls a little smaller then soft balls dried them painted them orange painted different pumpkin’s faces on them😊😮.! 🎃🧙🏻‍♀️

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You are so welcome

[@melbabowen4389]

❤Thank you!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You are so welcome!

[@AleTitan]

short and straight to the point, very useful video (gonna work on some Halloween decorations!)

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Excellent

[@diannamarie464]

QUESTION: If I were to stack some cardboard boxes (say 3, 4, maybe 5 dependind on size) and adhered theme together somehow then paper mache them inside and out about 3-5 times, would they be strong enough to make a bookshelf and hold the weight of a book collection? I had this idea but wanted to ask an expert first.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I’m unsure I have not don’t that before

[@mollysascat]

Thank you for a very simple but so helpful vt

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KimberlyRichardson-j3k]

Can that recipe be used for lamp shades as well? Will it be ok with a light against it? Kim

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I have never tried it on a lampshade, but it would be worth a go

[@alysononoahu8702]

You might be risking a fire hazards but... keep it away from the bulb

[@cianfarrell-e5z]

can i use just newspaper it has writing and pictures and everything on it

[@ziggilypiggily]

Is there a difference between using clear Elmer's school glue and the white glue?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

As long as other glue is PVA glue it’s good

[@rosaelinav8036]

Fabulous ❤❤❤

[@christinahutchison3967]

I’ve tried this but mine didn’t work well. Do you have any suggestions.

[@sabrinaw.4719]

Can you please say what exactly wasn't working so well? That way, someone can help to pinpoint what the issue might be.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

What was the issue

[@ArtAtiii]

great❤

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks 😊

[@paulalexisasuncion6361]

Guys i wanna start paper mache any tips for beginners?

[@syrenasketches6902]

Can rice flour be used for those with gluten allergies? Or does the lack of gluten not make it stick?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Sorry I’m not sure

[@tinawatson1690]

When I was in elementary school we made paper mache out of powdered starch and water.

[@Mmmpat]

Will whole wheat flour work?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes it will

[@johnrobertd748]

What temperature is room temperature?

[@elliott3383]

Just a normal temp. Not too hot and not too cold

[@alysononoahu8702]

I'm going to save all my junk mail

[@Toastrobotix]

How strong is it

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Very strong

[@queenieevergreen]

Is there a way to make it gluten free..? I can’t touch gluten.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I am unsure sorry

[@Uwontregretit101]

Heard flour base paper mache goes bad?. Soooo do you do something to counteract that or do you know a recipe without the flour

[@ceber121]

I saw you can add sugar and vinegar to avoid that! Have an amazing day!

[@johnrobertd748]

What temperature is room temperature? In the winter, for me, room temperature can be very cold

[@faroshscale]

room temperature isn't the actual temperature of the room. it's about 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

[@Preetyzinta144]

Im trying to makes a project

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching. Have fun.

[@mikkdimperio224]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@any.user.allowed.]

Me thinking about making paper mache, since I peobably have the materials ar home: Half a bottle of glue. (Thats all of my glue supply left)

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Have fun

[@dianemccarthy5931]

Damn! What the hell happened to your right arm?