How To Make A Paper Mache Mouse

[@halloweenbabystudios1748]

I found you a few years back, had only my in laws backyard to create a huge Day of the Dead Catarina mask, then moved twice after, wishing I had more space to create with your amazing paper mache techniques. My husband finally got orders to move to Italy and all I can think about was getting a home in Italy with enough space and light to get lost in creating. I went from watching only lame make up videos to finding you, then I’ve only wanted to watch anything and everything art related, art history included. I became a mother at a young age and a decade later I rediscovered my love and passion for creating, all because of the knowledge you’ve generously shared. After much time, sweat, tears and stress, my family and I are finally in Italy. We literally had our final walkthrough today before signing our lease on Monday. And as I said, all I can think of is how I finally, finally get to be in a space where I can comfortably use my hands, make a mess, and make things that bring me joy..all because of you, Darlin’. 💖 I tear up while typing this because I’m so gosh darn happy!! My daughter gave me the greatest idea to make huge mushroom toad stools in what will soon be our lovely garden, with your recipe☺️💖. I’m sorry this is so long 😅but I truly thank you to the bottom of my heart ❤️ After watching you for the first time years ago, I never bought make up again, instead I invested in all the art materials I can get my hands on and hoarded many objects I plan on reusing for future projects. I look forward to sharing them with you as soon as we’re settled in. Thank you again Jonni. You’ve literally changed my life and made this stay at home mother absolutely fulfilled with art and discovery 🥰🥰🥰 Cheers to you and your future art endeavors ✨✨✨✨and a million times thank you Jonnie. From San Diego, California 🛫 Naples, Italy 🇮🇹 - Jherms

[@AngelCnderDreamer]

That's very heartwarming. :)

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks so much for your comment - it really means a lot to me. And your move sounds very exciting! Have you seen the guest post on my blog that shows how Linda made a toadstool for her garden? You can see it here: www.ultimatepapermache.com/make-a-waterproof-paper-mache-mushroom

[@halloweenbabystudios1748]

@@UltimatePaperMache omg goodness! Thank you! We are signing our lease in an hour and all our household goods ( all the art supplies and books I own 😅) from the U.S. have arrived as well!! I am going to watch the link straight away! Thank you so much Jonni! Looking forward to more videos!!

[@smoothsketch]

This is facinating. If this was taught to me in high school instead of newspapers dipped in paste (no one told us about sanding so we got all kinds of seams showing, and no one told us to make a pattern, it was free form blobs), I'd have had a whole zoo of creatures made by now. I plan to do my first one sometime this summer. Looks like fun, I appreciate your video showing how to do this.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Watch out though - it can be addicting! In a few years you could have an entire zoo in your house, like I do. 😀 Have fun!

[@geneellis6068]

Lighter base makes mouse more fairytale plausible 😊 Beautiful work you do ! God Bless

[@UltimatePaperMache]

That's something I hadn't considered! 😊

[@zinaraulerson9426]

Make base a shade darker to allow him to stand out. Love your work! Thank you for sharing.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks, Zina. The dark base is definitely getting the most votes! I'll try to do that today - I really look forward to seeing how it looks when the base is darker. 😀

[@DragooMountShasta]

Mahogany base would look good to contrast the light color of the sculpture . You’re adorable Jonni 😊💕

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks, Tara!

[@wastenotwantnotArt]

I think the large base works well as it conveys the smallness of the mouse perfectly. I Love your finished work & watching the videos

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks! I stained the base a dark reddish brown, and it's better now.

[@iristamara5958]

I love your work. I want to start working with my grandchildren on some paper mache projects.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Go for it! Have fun! 🐭😄

[@sharonbower9362]

I picture him sitting on a barrel of cheese as he has a piece of cheese in his mouth. What a feast. Love your creations. Thanks.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Great idea! I wish I had time to do that. It would help pull the two pieces together visually. Maybe next time. 🐭😄

[@rationalconsumer6133]

Great tutorials thank you so much for the work you do and making these free

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Glad you like them! 😊

[@Artcraft_coaster.]

Mam very beautiful paper machee ... This is looking like real ... Mam so cute machee ideaaaaaa

[@UltimatePaperMache]

🐭😄

[@azifri]

This would make a really nice pantry decoration! I'm... feeling inspired haha

[@DSmith-pc9jn]

Thanks Joni. I haven't watched you in a long time because I lost my workspace and couldn't make the sculptures I used to make. Now, I am selling art in a gallery in Olympia so I have an outlet. For this holiday season I made some little cardstock flying bird ornaments that got me back into creating sculpture. I only have my kitchen table and very little storage so I need to work small. I have started trying to make some spirit dolls and haven't gotten very far yet with that. But I am interested in doing more sculpture and was looking for examples of how to make really small things and that was when I found you again. Loved the video, am inspired and would be happy to hear about any other videos you might know about for tiny things. I have started my mouse and will add paper mache tonight. Can't wait to see how it turns out.

[@cassie4611]

Thank you for sharing you paper mache recipe! You are so talented! I made jewelry with a resin coating using your recipe! They turned out so pretty!!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

That sounds great. Do they hold up well? Any breakage at all?

[@cat_starz0277]

It looks really cute.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

🐭😄

[@deenasparkles5919]

So so cute. Love it. So interesting about your daughter being into arts. You must've inspired her a lot. I love when parents show children creativity, it really opens a beautiful channel for creation of all sorts of beauty around us later on and also helps to self soothe whenever we are going through tougher times. ❤

[@UltimatePaperMache]

That's so true - my own parents were very creative, too, so it must run in the family. And I agree that it's great therapy - when the world seems to be going crazy, we can find refuge by focusing on our own creative projects. 😄

[@smoothsketch]

I wish I had a teacher like you for high school art. Thank you for sharing how you make your sculptures

[@UltimatePaperMache]

You are so welcome! 😊

[@vnette9777]

He is absolutely adorable.So easy too.Youre really tempting me to finally make something.I like the base natural as is,it's beautiful.Congrats on your Sponsor, what a generous Daughter you have and so talented.Thank you,Jonni. Great Piece.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks - and I do hope you make something. Have fun with it!

[@vnette9777]

@@UltimatePaperMache 🙂You will get a picture when I do.Doesnt get any easier than this little mouse.

[@dpaul8813]

I JUST FOUND YOU. NEVER HAD AN INTEREST IN PAPER MACHE BEFORE NOW.SO I DID SUB AND WILL TRY THIS LITTLE MOUSE I SAW YOU HAD ALL THE INFO FOR HOW TO MAKE PAPER ETC...I LIKE THE WAY YOU EXPLAIN EVERYTHING IN DETAIL. I JUST RETIRED AT 52 SO I WILL HAVE TIME NOW TO TRY ALL KINDS OF CRAFTS. THANK YOU FOR THE INSPIRATION. HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Have fun! 😀

[@neask07]

Thank you so much for sharing. You are an amazing person and artist for sharing every step like this. My 6yo will love watching this.

[@robinmckenzie4142]

I think the chair base foot works great for the mouse !! The mouse is so cute !!! I think a bit darker color on the base would be great. Maybe a stain. Very nice !!!. Love this project !!! Well done 😃

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks, Robin! 😀

[@suzycruz2995]

love it he's super cute :) I think his stand could be a walnut stain it would bring the color of the mouse out just my suggestion . thanks for the videos

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I did stain it with a reddish brown, and it looks much better. 😀

[@nadimalexanderchami568]

OH that's cute. Yeah, the mouse has a shiny color so I think that painting the bun foot with a dark color, maybe walnut color or dark umber mixed with a bit of brown, will be beautiful. I'm gonna make one for my little sister because she loves small animals.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Great idea!! She'll love it. I hope you'll post the mouse on the Daily Sculptors page on my site, too - we'd all love to see how it turns out. www.ultimatepapermache.com/daily-sculptors-group-page

[@nadimalexanderchami568]

@@UltimatePaperMache SURE !!!

[@LumTaru]

My class is preparing for a Cinderella act and my job is to make a pumpkin, recently I’ve stumbled across your channel and now I’m addicted to your paper mache(s)

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I'm glad you found the channel! Have fun. :)

[@alanm3438]

Thanks for the nice video and project mouse. He looks a little like the mice I used to make out of steel. You always do a nice job teaching and always willing to learn. For the wood part, just spray it with some clear and it will darken a little. Good to see you!!!!!! 😀😀😀😀😀😀😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Do you have any photos of your steel mice? I'd love to see them. Are they posted anywhere?

[@luna6440]

It looks so good, thank you I've been looking for a tutorial on making a mouse.

[@juliehenderson1672]

You are sooo talented! Thank you for sharing.❤

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Gosh - thanks! 😄

[@deborahhoke422]

I agree a medium wood stain would look good on his stand.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks, Deborah. I think that's what I'll do - or maybe even darker. I'll try it today, if I can find a few extra minutes to play with it. 😀

[@dollyglitter]

Lovely…you are so very artistic….thank you for a really great tutorial.🌹🌹🌹

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I'm glad you liked it! 😊

[@beckyjohnson3153]

So cute. I think the base is just right.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks! 😊

[@mauriciociroconzalesrios4259]

Your way of work its so great an unique never give up and keep doing It your doing great saluts from México

[@StorybyPamela]

So cute! I love watching you videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Glad you like them! 😊

[@evelynrodriguez288]

Gracias señorita, que bonito trabajo me va a ayudar mucho para mi clase de expresión plástica ❤️🙏🏻

[@cheriz3177]

I enjoy your videos .Thank you for sharing. Love this little mouse, too cute!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks! 🐭😄

[@eaglecaulhealing2711]

Dark base for your beautiful mouse I think

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks. 🐭😄

[@meggienaipal8833]

You are a very cute lady 🤗 thank you so much for making these videos. Your work is amazing!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks, Meggie! 😀

[@JessieRasche]

So cute!!!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

🐭😄

[@corinnaakin2651]

I love watching you and your daughter both so talented thank you both for such beautiful inspiration!!! Jess is so great at her talent bits amazing

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thank you so much!! 😄

[@mariaeneidaalvarezcabreram45]

HOLA me encanto el ratonsito te quedo la manualidad muy hermosa gracias por compartir bendiciones

[@samschamaun5784]

I JUST found your channel and I am in love. Wow, wow, wow! I heard you live Minnesota also and I got so very excited because I live in Minnesota with my husband and our baby daughter. I want to get into paper mache so I’m just starting my bingeing all your videos 😍 thank you for the amazing content and hope you are doing well!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Hi Sam. I hope you didn't get too much wind and snow a few days ago! Have a great holiday, and have fun with your new paper mache projects. 😃

[@rowancotter1045]

how does the paper mache clay hold up? ive been interetsed in using it for a costume mask because just Cardboard would mold, does the clay risk that too?

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Any form of paper mache can encourage mold if you don't let it dry as fast as possible, and then seal it so it can't soak up moisture from the air. I haven't had any problem with mold on my sculptures, but they never get wet. I must say, though, that a mask made entirely of paper mache clay is really uncomfortable to wear. It dries as hard as a rock, so it's almost impossible to get the inside smooth enough. I suggest putting it over paper strips and paste or a cardboard base, so the mask will be smooth on the inside.

[@MemoryBradleyArt]

I would stain or paint the base darker to really set off your cute little mouse. I always love seeing your videos. :)

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks! 😀

[@rozanidesignsmasquerade7050]

Precious as can be. 💖

[@martazen1502]

Te Felicito!!!!Todos tus trabajos son maravillosos!!!Aprendo mucho contigo. Saludos desde Argentina.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I'm glad you're enjoying the videos. 😀

[@federicofreiria3450]

I AM soooo Hooked with this! Regards from Argentina!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Have fun with it!

[@gracamaria.5316]

Parabéns! Minha admiração por você . Sempre motivando as pessoas se sentirem capaz!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks. 🐭😄

[@mujerescreativas2007]

I like your work, very much

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks! 🐭😄

[@MadamSteamfunk]

This is awesome. I will be making a paper mache replica of my hamster. She has recently past away, so I will be making one in her honor. Very cool video!

[@diecast_MikeEspo]

I plan to try and use this pattern to make a rat . Then paint the rat black . Your videos are still cool 😎.

[@vnette9777]

Awesome 💡 Idea!

[@diecast_MikeEspo]

Thanks 😊.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Great idea! Have fun with it. 🐭😄

[@patilarts6103]

Your papermache work is very amazing im watch your videos and i am learn... thank you and salute for your dedication from your work...

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thank you! 🐭😄

[@jijeeshpadmanabhan350]

It's very exciting.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks. 🐭😄

[@alea.barquet4036]

So cute mouse, Like everything you do

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thank you 🤗

[@katherineparedes1004]

i love your videos and i feel at home watching you work, I'm glad for a new video. Hope you are doing great :)

[@noemicapdevila9919]

Es maravilloso! 👏🏻Gracias

[@rosaelinav8036]

That’s is so cute I really love it’s.💕💕💕

[@nataliewilliams9741]

Dark base would be a nice contrast to help 🐁 pop!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks Natalie! 🐭😄

[@DrkFear12]

Love your art! Very glad I discovered your channel :)

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thank you so much 😀

[@IAMGiftbearer]

I was wondering if you'd do a full video of making a realistic rat out of Apoxie Sculpt. This mouse is cute but I really like the way you did the Apoxie Sculpt rabbit because it's so realistic and looks to be life sized.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

That would be fun, but I don't know when I'd have time. I'll put it on my list, though. 😄

[@anitamitchell6434]

He is adorable! I love him. Thank you! 🌸🌼🌷😇🌻🌺🌹

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks, Anita/ 😀

[@isabellelesuisse3105]

So lovely ! ❤️ What have you done finaly for the color of the wood ?

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I stained it with a dark mahogany color. It turned out really nice. 😊

[@Yellowlabratory]

That’s really cool. I bought some clay for the first time to try last week.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Have fun!

[@juststeph6701]

Love it!!!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

🐭😄

[@christinehellner3502]

Do you use a spray sealer on your finished items? I live in Florida and I've found that some things don't keep if not sealed some way. What products would you recommend? Thank you. 🙂

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Yes, you'll need to seal it to keep it from absorbing moisture from the air. An spray sealer will work just fine. I normally use an acrylic varnish, but it isn't very humid where I live.

[@JExplorer_]

No he looks awesome on that. Though a darker tint would make him stand out on it.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

😃

[@annickdecort5984]

So cute! Love it!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks. 😄

[@genesanford9412]

Always a pleasure !

[@UltimatePaperMache]

😄

[@sugarmamallama7988]

I love this so much, its adorable thank you for this video!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

😁

[@julieplct8776]

It is adorable! I love your videos, you're so interesting and calming to listen to! If you have time to answer , do you think paper mache is ok for 3d project or only as more of a "cover" or for flatter projects like masks? I tried making a hand with paper mache clay but after drying it shrinked and lost its shape. Should I make it with journal and tape and only do an outer layer with paper mache like you did here? Anyway thank you so much for sharing your beautiful work, it inspires me to try making things 🤗

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Hi Julie. It sounds like you were adding just paper mache clay without an armature, but it works best as a very thin layer over a strong armature, the way you would use traditional paper strips and paste.

[@julieplct8776]

@@UltimatePaperMache Thank you for your answer! Yes you're right, I had a small armature but I think my paper mache layer was way too thick, I will try again with a thinner layer. Have a great day :)

[@nonamecrafter586]

would it work if I used purchased air dry clay instead of paper mache clay?

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Probably. I've used Activa PaperClay and DAS clay in the past, and they worked pretty well. But I don't use commercial products very often, so I'm really not very familiar with them.

[@vivianbruce365]

Do have to bake the paper mache or can it air dry

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Paper mache doesn't have to be baked. It will dry just as hard if you let it air dry. In fact, putting it in front of a fan may make it dry even faster than an oven would. Have fun! 😊

[@iwanttobelieve5970]

Adorable.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

🐭😄

[@juliebrown9483]

I would like the link to buy some of your books, please. Julie Australia 🇦🇺

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Hi Julie. You can find my book on the Australian amazon here: shorturl.at/do178 Thanks for asking! 😊

[@mitzipigna]

Perfecto y bello, así como está

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Gracias. 🐭😄

[@joanbennettnyc]

ALWAYS great

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks! 😀

[@marybenson1583]

TTHANK YOU. Enchanting!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

😊

[@shannonposs18]

A dark base would really make the mouse stand out but too dark may make him look too light. I suggest a medium to dark base

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Interesting - I hadn't thought of that. Thanks for the suggestion! 🐭😄

[@caeli3038]

Manitas virtuosas saludos desde México , felicidades

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Gracias. 😊

[@Rockeraket]

The base could be painted to look like a old cookie jar.

[@mrdewilliams]

I like this idea. You could even repaint the piece of cheese to be a crumb of cookie.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

That's a great idea. The wood thingy even has a "lid" shape on it. I don't know if I have time for it, but it would look really nice. Thanks for the idea! 🐭😄

[@marciomassanalmeida6977]

Parabéns, muito legal!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Obrigada. 🐭😄

[@cats.crafts.cookie]

Very nice. The base needs to be dark stain or colored with it looking like a spool of thread.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Interesting - thanks for the idea. 🐭😄

[@janlvll5486]

Not real dark but somewhat a good stain to make him stand out!

[@lily-P-56]

I agree

[@UltimatePaperMache]

🐭😄

[@kasiapalinska5443]

Love it!😍

[@UltimatePaperMache]

🐭😄

[@carabeatrice]

He is so cute

[@melissareiter2962]

I was once told that cheddar cheese once got it's color from the flower calendula. I wonder if it's true. Hey google ? ? ? I checked... Nope. "..coloring from saffron, marigold, and carrot juice to dye their cheddar orange."

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Interesting - I wonder why they bother to do it. Just for marketing purposes, making the cheese a different color? (I should ask Google, shouldn't I? 🐭😄 )

[@heeyou1925]

Oh it's cute🐀

[@UltimatePaperMache]

😊

[@melissareiter2962]

Can you make the mouse sitting on a strange little house with a warm light shining out of the window?

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I could, theoretically - but today I have to make my chicken run bigger and put my crop of cabbage in the freezer. If you make a mouse and give him a little house, I hope you'll let us see how it turns out. 🐭😄

[@palomamiyaya]

Very cute

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thank you. 😄

[@parisme6781]

Thank you

[@kimarellano3791]

Cute

[@UltimatePaperMache]

😀

[@federicofreiria3450]

Add they mousse moustaches

[@UltimatePaperMache]

🐭😀

[@newt9578]

thank you!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

You're welcome!

[@officiallymrp]

Hum..... either kind of mahogany brown or something like copper patina, makes me thing of something steampunkish.... ALTHOUGH its is already an adorable piece even if you wont add anything more, Madame

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Hmm - the copper is an interesting idea. I wonder how a copper glaze would look over ink black? I think I have both of those in the studio. I don't think I have any mahogany stain, though. Good ideas Mr. P. 😀

[@officiallymrp]

@@UltimatePaperMache show us the results laters! :D

[@darlenehill2246]

A darker base would make him stand out better.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks, Darline. 😄

[@anettekoke]

A little bit darker

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Is that how you painted yours?

[@adrianavalente7905]

👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🤩🤩

[@ChaosPhantom00]

Dark base

[@UltimatePaperMache]

😄

[@revital7459]

בצבע שכרגע הוא נמצא,בעיניי כהה פחות יפה

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks. 😀

[@laurieashley4306]

Darker so he pops

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks, Laurie. I do believe the votes are in, and a darker base won the vote. I hope to get it painted today. 🐭😄