Paper Mache Clay Recipe - The Easy Original Recipe

[@UltimatePaperMache]

😊 See all my patterns for paper mache masks and sculptures here: www.ultimatepapermache.com/patterns

[@ddhqj2023]

Unfortunately I've found that Dap isn't mentioned on the three brands I've tested. Having a heck of a time finding a brand in Canada, that works properly.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

@@ddhqj2023 If your brand doesn't work, you might want to use the recipe that uses plaster of Paris instead. It isn't quite the same, but it still works, and the plaster is available everywhere. You can see the video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fH23h3qGrZmdjc0

[@RupaCreations]

Hello! Do you know if substituting with anything like interior/exterior fillers would work?

[@UltimatePaperMache]

@@RupaCreations No, I haven't tried anything like that.

[@kitkitcat268]

Hello, I am from Egypt. We don't have drywall here. But I looked it up and drywall joint compound seems to be mostly gypsum powder. Gypsum powder is available here and it's very cheap too, do you think it would work?

[@lauralong5979]

I honestly have no interest in this topic but I am so glad I clicked this because this lady is just the sweetest human ever

[@angelabluebird609]

Yeah, that is such a wonderful gift to find along the way in life!

[@Jennynine]

Ikr

[@ladymeerkat4289]

Agreed!

[@BeccAcCardenas]

She made me want to listen to her and learn. She's definitely awesome!

[@craffte]

lol

[@bellanovia1648]

Need more pure creative content like this in the algorithm. Too much junk gets tossed around in people's feed they need more mentally stimulating videos to watch and spend their time on

[@AfallinAngel]

So true

[@TryMyMartini]

I agree. Most of my “suggested videos” are clickbait garbage, even though I’m very selective about what I watch.

[@ASMRyouVEGANyet]

They don't want us to relax. We live in a society that's fear based. Anxiety gets people to shop and feel hopeless.

[@shineayandrews1869]

10 AMAZING DYI PROJECTS WITH MOLTEN HOT GLUE.

[@221b-Maker-Street]

TryMyMartini - Have you got tailored content switched off, perhaps? If you’ve eg declined cookies on google, then that will affect your You Tube suggestions. The algorithm is pretty good at learning what you like so your comment made me wonder the above if you’re getting loads of clickbait suggestions... 🤔

[@yermam1733]

You are an incredibly generous artist for sharing your techniques and recipes with other artists. Thank you so much for giving me an outlet for all of my suppressed emotion. I love sculpting, but clay is too expensive. Thank you for taking the time to make this video. Inspirational. Much needed, much love🤙💙

[@PleaseNThankYou]

I'm hoping to be inspired as well. My mom made the regular stuff back in the 60's. I just remembered that she did that with us girls (me and two other little piggies)! And I made it with MY girls when they were young...now one of them is constantly crafting with HER kids. I'll give her this recipe... it's much more sturdy than plain paper mache and I'm sure they will have great fun making something for their newly assigned bedrooms. A Unicorn probably lol. The oldest actually shows natural artistic talent. And she has a defined style. 9.5 yrs old. I'm sorry! I could go on and on and you weren't even talking about other people. Maybe you could put a link up on this video comment section and show me what you made, us, show US, and we will do the same! I'm an older gal and I better get going of its gonna get done at all !! Happy sculpting too you...and thank you Ms. Ultimate Paper Mache!!

[@bmilano1580]

I totally agree with him. You are amazing! Thank you!

[@amberdawn4759]

That is called collaboration instead of competition... sadly something younger people today think they cannot do. In real life artists are supposed to exchange and collaborate, that's how advancements and great ideas happen. Some even can share projects...believe it or not. You know what makes that not possible? Competition. Keep secrets of the trade, and rating other artists and deciding who deserves to be shared with and who doesn't... or making people pay for your information is the same as globalization and unless your selling your own putty or glue it's exactly what she called it, a recipie....art is about collaboration. See how not worried she is about teaching you how to make paper clay...see how she encourages you to try something new and let's you know what other artists have shared with her? News flash, mass production wouldnt make these with this formula...so I dont see the danger in collaborating as artists....I think I have a problem with young artists thinking there is some benefit from not sharing with others... it's not generous its human.

[@suestoons]

@Yer Mam: What a lovely sweet comment. Hope you had fun playing. Perhaps you'd like to share your experience with us one year later?

[@barbiedgi]

Seriously you’re amazing Ms Jonni❤️ sending you lots of love

[@kittenpounce7103]

Watching someone who is clearly experienced and enthusiastic talk about their passions is one of the best moments in life. This is so cool!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I'm so glad you enjoy the videos! 😊

[@Declan-pg8cg]

Why on Earth is there 500+ down votes? Some people must be very petty, or exceptionally jealous. As a sculptor myself , I give absolute props to Jonni for the heart and talent she puts into her sculptures. Paper mache art seems to be undergoing a resurgence here in Ireland lately. It's great to see.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks, Declan. 😁

[@jennlozeau]

There are no thumbs down it's just where they place the thumbs up it looks like a thumbs down

[@carolmartin4068]

Everything she said, was so difficult to understand. The process that she was explaining was so mixed up with other things that she couldn’t keep up with what she was doing. That’s why the 500 thumbs down.

[@jennlozeau]

@@carolmartin4068 i dont get whats so difficult to understand she explains everything very clearly my 10 year old followed her directions to make paper mache clay for an art project she was doin then i just recently made the paper mache silky smooth clay and i think it came out AMAZING. AND ALSO there is no thumbs down those r thumbs up

[@debmckenzie9695]

@@carolmartin4068 I don't know what video you were watching, but this was very clear and easy to follow. There are no thumbs down

[@rebecca8317]

I have no idea how I ended up here but OMG you are SO extremely talented! Makes me want to try this

[@robinfarrar3493]

Lol! Ikr?! Such is the way of KZbin...and Pinterest.

[@andersondickson910gmail3]

Me too lol 😂. Anyway how are you doing??

[@missstyers]

Omg same 😂😂😂🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️ this is amazing

[@Carnetix]

That's not being lazy at all, that's called being efficient. Time is our most precious commodity. Awesome video.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks! 😀

[@dhp-art]

@@UltimatePaperMache and Cametix, my 2 cents: our most precious commodity is, and should be, our environment ;-) But thank you for your art, which is so lovely, and for sharing your methods, which is informative and inspiring. Cheers!

[@AFineLineA]

Agreed!

[@sarahnjeri6090]

J

[@vickynewman9956]

@@UltimatePaperMache u

[@andyjohnson4907]

I really appreciate the consideration of viewers from outside the US. No other American channel does this.

[@KRO-222]

Sometimes KZbin recommendations really nails it, and this is one of those times. 😊 Lovely video, and your sculptures are just beautiful!

[@29jgirl92]

This is my favourite part of the internet- that we can use it to share our passions, and to teach and inspire each other!! Makes me so happy!

[@mariad4183]

...right? ...It crosses EVERY barrier - including time!

[@KattarMuslim-Revert]

@@mariad4183 wt u mean

[@mariad4183]

@@KattarMuslim-Revert ...the usual barriers of access: time and money. Also, people are so kind to share their knowledge! Videos/pictures don't ever really expire and we have unrestricted access for free! One can watch any time and anywhere. The world has never known an opportunity like this! Let's not take it for granted people...you have been placed on the earth right now for a reason! xoxo

[@KattarMuslim-Revert]

@@mariad4183 yeah

[@mariad4183]

@@KattarMuslim-Revert ...💕💕 xoxo

[@MirandaPartyPanda]

I just wanted to say that you seem to be such a pure, kind and generous human being who shares your videos for the pure love you have for art. You aura radiates through to my screen. As I think it does for many others. Both my daughter and I are so excited to use your tutorials. Love and light

[@UltimatePaperMache]

You are so kind - thanks for your nice comment. 😊

[@Toddboehly818]

Hello 👋 how are you doing today? I hope 🤞 this year brings happiness, peace and love all over the world 🌎 I’m originally from Canada 🇨🇦 grow up in Forth Worth Texas, currently living in Key West Florida. Where are you from if i may ask? 😇😇😇😇

[@jmgalaxytab2325]

I concurr. This lady is a genius. I am quite sure she has a pretty high IQ. Artistic creativity is usually already an indication... Sweet and smart 🥰. Would you marry me please? 😉

[@bmell1252]

I love that the bunny was giving you “bunny ears“ the whole video! Too cute! I was cracking up! 👏👏👏. Great video!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

😁

[@finnjabi]

I fell like I conquered the world when I got this recipe. 🤭 My diy, crafts with the kids, with the youth just upgraded to a whole another level! ✨💞 Thank you thank you thank you! Love from Finland 🇫🇮

[@UltimatePaperMache]

That is awesome! 😊

[@Toddboehly818]

Hello 👋 how are you doing today? I hope 🤞 this year brings happiness, peace and love all over the world 🌎 I’m originally from Canada 🇨🇦 grow up in Forth Worth Texas, currently living in Key West Florida. Where are you from if i may ask? 😇😇😇😇

[@ludmillamalenkova7977]

Кого и сколько Вы добавляете масло? 😊

[@jmgalaxytab2325]

You may also add MOLDABLE PLASTIC (POLYMORPH) to your arsenal of materials to work with, it is a bit on the expensive side, but is is great material and sculpting errors can be corrected by applying heat locally! Just a little tip from a guy who has been looking for the "dream material" his whole life, until I discovered moldable plastic! Wanna make yourself a SAMURAI COSTUME for cosplay? Papier maché is great material, but moldable plastic is... well PLASTIC and super hard / flexibe at room temperature. Wanna buy a 3D printer??? DON'T!!! Buy MOLDABLE PLASTIC! That said, papier maché has its own uses, and it is greaaaaat too! ❤

[@GarbageKnight]

i like using the recycled egg cartons, that stuff was already torn apart, and taken down to fiber, then just remolded..so when you add water, and do a bit of mushing it turns to paste

[@pauloandreferreira6921]

tha'ts works a lot...I do the same! :)

[@MsDeity]

What a great idea

[@jasminflower3814]

Cool Idea, thanks Betty ;-)

[@GarbageKnight]

yeah add flour, or white elmers gule..but it makes a very fine paste, great for paper clay. i have seen some amazing things made of this stuff. and i made a few things, that dried as hard as a rock, but i added mod podge hard coat to mine.

[@GarbageKnight]

but it will dry and hold without the flour or glue. but i add it just to make sure it holds, in small areas no glue needed..its kind of like toilet paper you wet bunch up, and let dry..turns into a dry little mass.

[@theboxcaradventurer1874]

"I use toilet paper exclusively. Because I am lazy." Say no more, kindred spirit.

[@HeleSha]

😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@artisanshrew]

The Boxcar Adventurer - Plus using newspaper is so DIRTY & MESSY (gross) The toilet paper recipe is a nice CLEAN way to make it! 👍♥️♥️♥️

[@JosephKeenanisme]

oh yeah, accidentally bought "prison toilet paper" cause it was cheap. Ended up using it for my paper mache stuff.

[@catchheronthefly4532]

The Boxcar Adventurer i like you!

[@bernicegoldham1509]

Dang it. My black market toilet paper habit is bout to spike.

[@NidgeOSullivan]

Not only did I learn a brilliant new craft recipe I also finally found out what drywall is, for years I'd heard Americans use that word, never knowing what drywall actually was. Now I know it's just plasterboard. You really have educated me, thank you.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

There are quite a few names for it, and if you go to a DIY store and ask for it using the 'wrong' name, you get a blank look from the younger clerks. It sometimes takes a few tries before they'll point you in the right direction. In addition to drywall it's also called plasterboard, (as you know), and Sheetrock.There are even some I'd never heard of, before doing a fast Google search just now: wallboard, gypsum board, buster board, custard board, or gypsum panel. All the same thing. 😀

[@NidgeOSullivan]

@@UltimatePaperMache You are a fountain of knowledge, thanks.

[@Foreveramiglad]

Well I just found my new favourite person

[@nigelcarren]

"Nigel... Nigel... where is all the toilet paper?" ( I step out from kitchen wearing a life-size elephant mask and say) "No idea?"

[@simplyb.8959]

LOL

[@bseaingu]

I laughed out loud!

[@nigelcarren]

@@bseaingu Thank you Christa, and here we are one year later and now we ALL have to wear a mask!! On that note, be sure to never touch the exterior of your Elephant Mask when returning from shopping, and no closer than two metres from others unless they are from the same herd! Stay safe 😂🇬🇧🐘

[@dianachophy]

Ha ha 😃😃

[@chirpydragonfruit9464]

I made a plague doctor's mask hahaha

[@aprilbryant8817]

Thank you!!! You just gave my daughter and I a perfect solution for her school project. She building Heras temple with this!!!

[@andersondickson910gmail3]

Hello April, How are you doing??

[@Harinair72]

You, Ma'am, are gonna be very very old and very very happy because you have found your moksha.... Teaching and learning and enjoying all of it! And thanks for passing on that joy to millions! Love and hugs!

[@mariallknowing9273]

I love that you are standing right in front of the rabbit sculpture and it gives you the cuttest rabbit ears!!! ☺️🤗

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Oops - I try to remember to not stand there, but I always forget. :)

[@scilly180608]

"Cutest"

[@welshsteve2009]

DAP jointing compound contains ethylene glycol. When mixed with PVA glue cross-links are formed which accounts for the little rubbery balls you described. A little like adding borax to make slime.

[@PleaseNThankYou]

It's always nice to have a chemistry student (of one degree or another!) in the crowd. Thank you for keeping me off the Google search. Sometimes I have trouble finding my way back!

[@TracyTheRed]

I was wondering where this comment was. Thank you, science side of KZbin.

[@Xanderfied]

So could you use just dap compound and leave out the Pva?

[@Horror_Hero]

Could you use just pva glue and coat it with joint compound to smooth it when its dry?

[@cateberthelet1528]

Thanks for the best instructional video on papier maché clay that is in English. I have watched so many Russian videos I will be speaking it soon. I like to use newspaper or office paper that would otherwise go to recycle bin, so I will try your recipe with it to see how it works. I am looking for something that is smooth and your recipe looks really good for that. Thanks for posting. I have subscribed.

[@artgalleryandcraftsbydeb9135]

One of my very first art projects was paper mache in 4th grade. I did a small elephant. I was so proud of him. I have done a few paper mache costume masks in my life but as an artist, I love the art form. Jonni you have been very inspiring. I will use your recipe and can't wait to try this art form again. God bless and Thank you for your great videos.

[@darbyzworld]

I love this! I used to build Mardi Gras floats in New Orleans and learned how to make masks, furniture, home decor pieces, artwork, theatre props....you name it...I can make it and have done for over 55 years! . . . . . .

[@juliusboone2698]

I made a batch some time ago for a project I wanted to do. Didn't get to it, so I stored it in a Tupperware container. Kept for a little over a year. Went to clean and found it. Check to see if it hardened, and it was still usable!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Wow - I think that's a record!

[@loisannebarin6995]

Not necessarily what I was looking for but this is making me want to do something better than what I was originally planning. Thank you so much for making this! You're so sweet and calming to listen to that I can actually pay attention with no distractions 💜

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@Wazzuplawl12]

This recipe literally is how I've gotten back into crafting. I've done my own method as well as I was short on time, but these ingredients have been a life saver. Was hard to get tp at the peak of the pandemic, but this is incredibly helpful. Thank you!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Glad I could help! 😊

[@VintageBeauty1313]

Thank you KZbin recommendations!! I didn’t know I needed this in my life!! Thank you so much for sharing this!!

[@dd4138]

2:00 wetting TP 3:14 straining TP 3:40 checking to see if TP is to wet or dry 3:48 add dry compound Skip to 4:56 to see dry compound mixing 5:08 mixing elmers glue with electric mixer 5:19 mixing in flour 6:37 how to spread

[@britnimales9809]

Very helpful. Thank you!!

[@mrswis444]

Where do we add the baby oil?

[@AWanderingEye]

@UltimatePaperMache: I sure hope you see dd4138's comment and figure out how to pin it to the top of the comments list, it is a directory to this video you made and very helpful for when folks come back to make their supply of the clay. Thank you for all you do for the crafter/artist in all of us!

[@ciaramurdock6764]

I'm one of those baby artists, I've only started enjoying and expanding my art skills about a year ago. so this video was so useful for me, because you've allowed me to find a cheap way to have fun with art and discover that I absolutely love sculpting

[@lisascenic]

This is absolutely fascinating! I’m a theatrical scenic artist and over the years I have developed a mixture we affectionately call “schmoo.” It’s a mix of joint compound, pva glue and paper pulp insulation. Sometimes we add paint to the mix. Sometimes we add recycled cork. We slather or spray it on all kinds of surfaces, but I’ve never tried using it in a more solid form like modeling clay. Thank you for sharing your creations! I can’t wait to experiment with this.

[@ginafriend1690]

Hi 😊 you have such a pleasant voice and a lovely personality. Talented too! Thanks for your recipe.

[@astranautic]

This may be the saviour of one of my projects. I’m upgrading a sword I made out of insulation foam for a cosplay, and I think this is just what I need to make a massive amount of durable clay that I can sculpt to my liking.

[@joshb5898]

You had me at "because I am lazy!" Just starting to do paper mache stuff and I think you'll be one to help me through it. Subscribed! You're awesome!

[@xlilbunny]

I have been in this downward spiral artistically for a long time. It just felt like I completely lost my spark. When I was in my prime, I was constantly creating and drawing and it was a huge emotional outlet for me. I always loved sculpting and hand crafting things, but everytime I looked into materials, the cost of everything just always prevented me from even getting started. I felt that need to create something after watching this. I just wanted to thank you for being that inspiration to help me to get my spark back. So thank you, as cheesy as all that sounds.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Not cheesy at all! I started doing this about ten years ago for exactly the same reason. I wanted to sculpt and I love clay, but I couldn't afford a kiln, so I started playing around with paper mache. That wasn't quite as much fun as I wanted it to be, so I came up with this recipe - and now my house is filled with sculptures I never could have afforded to make any other way. Have fun with it! 😀

[@xlilbunny]

@@UltimatePaperMache i bought all my materials today, and honestly I'm excited to get started. :)

[@gaganpreetk_ahuja]

I just happened to discover you and I treasure this discovery. As we grow up, we get caught up in so much that creativity feels like a skin we shed behind in the childhood. I am inspired to make something after watching this video and I now want to watch all your creations. I also wish I can get my son into something creative like this as it can be a great way to channelize teen energy positively. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!

[@sharonwilbourne7256]

If your son is a gamer and enjoys role playing games, he might like to make props to make the different scenes more realistic. If he is into miniatures as he games he could make the terrain, inns, castles, dragons, etc to help illustrate what is going on in the scenarios If he is into the Marvel Universe or other super heros, he could sculpt them.

[@latoyah1624]

*should be getting ready for class* "Oooh, paper mache!"

[@knittedpainting]

😂

[@missoula2213]

I made a paper mache rhino for my son's four wheeler that we took to a parade. Nobody knew how it worked. When I told them my son was in there driving, they were shocked. Definitely one of my proudest moments. I used nail polish for the eyes and it really made them standout.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

What a fantastic idea! We'd love to see it - you can show off a photo on my blog at www.ultimatepapermache.com/daily-sculptors-group-page

[@sandycartwright521]

She creates a love of learning for paper mache. I’m here for it! I’m in a whole different dimension. Joni has now challenged me to do it in paper mache.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

😊

[@stolasthegreatprince4166]

Ma'am, you just won another subscriber. This channel is amazing.

[@beetlesbum869]

Hi! I followed these instructions as closely as I could back in September! And I had kept my leftovers in a lidded bowl, I went to use them just the other night and I just wanted to say they are totally good to go still! I thought for sure they would be dried out. Love your videos!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Wow - I'm glad it lasted so long. Have fun on your new project!

[@gathercreatelivewithleslie8340]

Thank you for sharing, I think in Italy they use stucco powder instead of the joint compound that can be mixed, so that might help some out. Very excited to start using this. The store bought version is very expensive I think for what you actually get. This will be so helpful. I love when artists share information.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks for the tip. Did you try the recipe?

[@denisesalles7248]

It looks like a terrific chip dip! Thank you for a great, informative, clear presentation, and for letting people in countries outside the US know what they can look for!

[@thatratinahatt]

Thank you so much for inspiring me! This is the first time I’m doing paper mache (just the original kind, paper and paste) and I’ve fallen in love with the process. It still hasn’t dried yet. But I’m so excited!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Have fun! 😀

[@nanasaldarriaga7452]

Hi, it may sound weird, but i can feel that you have really great vibes, also you are an incredible artist, thanks for sharing your knowledge ♡

[@lynseyadams6584]

Just discovered your channel when looking for paper mache techniques - thank you so much for being so generous with your recipes and encouragement. As somebody already said, you have no fear of sharing, do not jealously guard your 'trade secrets', don't ask us to pay for your knowledge, have no worries about somebody coming up with a 'better' or different idea. Thank you, you are a wonderful person.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thank you for you kind words, Lynsey. I'm glad you enjoy the channel. 😊

[@lynseyadams6584]

@@UltimatePaperMache You're very welcome! I've even bought a hand mixer especially for this! That's a first. I'm just hoping the stuff I bought for the UK equivalent of Drywall Compound turns out to be OK! The guy in the store looked bemused when I said it wasn't actually for plasterboard (our equivalent of Drywall). If you say 'it's an art project' they roll their eyes and look at you as if you were mad. 😊

[@BipolarGemini]

The new youtube algorithm is weird asf and idk how I got here but im thankful that I'm here. This is freaking awesome. Thanks for being so creative and sharing the knowledge with others.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

You're welcome. I like the new algorithm - it seems to like me. :)

[@poldoll5683]

I don't know how I got here, but am not disappointed! I've tried all sorts of clay, air dry, polymer. You name it, I've tried it, and nothing is really good enough for detailed work I like to do on my sculptures. This recipe sounds amazing and pretty cheap to recreate, so will definitely be giving it a go. Thank you so much for sharing your artistic know-how, that is amazingly generous of you. Immediately subbed because I love your sculptures in the background and you are just such a sweetheart to watch!! 😄

[@rosieking383]

How did it go when you tried it

[@TM-ry6hc]

Random video in suggested videos. This!!! It’s like the universe knew I needed to try this again. My first go around was a horse head; my dog literally ate it when it was drying lol Thank you for sharing this!

[@StPetePurgeSurvivor]

I love paper mache. Can't believe I found this channel.

[@BeanSproot]

Your voice is so pleasant, and that alongside these amazing projects makes this channel a true gem. Keep up the awesome work!

[@DarthCaiter]

I got here from a Nirvana video. Well, I watched the whole thing! I'm happy to subscribe. You're incredibly talented!

[@TheSpelledMilk]

I hope you have listened to DEERHUNTER (Microcastle) CLAP YOUR HANDS & SAY YEAH (Only Run) HUM (You'd Prefer an Astronaut) All Great Albums.

[@V13-m2z]

Your sculptures are beautiful! Thank you for sharing your secret!! Keep having fun! 🙂🤸‍♀️🌻

[@Kuraripo]

Finally the right video. Thank you for actually showing how to make paper mache clay and not just mixing a pre-made formula.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Glad it was helpful! But are there really people who package up the ingredients and sell them to people? Did I start a whole new industry without even knowing it? 😁

[@somethingbehindyouu]

“mom do we have drywall joint compound?”

[@UltimatePaperMache]

😀

[@mint_chip5918]

Sameeee. I actually found some tho 🤠

[@ViktorErikFade]

Literally what I asked after watching this and my mother just replied with I don't know not like I walk around in hardware stores all the time. Fair enough response

[@mariemarie528]

Really , i'd really like to know what this famous joint compound is made of? Is it cement based?

[@UltimatePaperMache]

@@mariemarie528 No, here in the US I believe the primary ingredient is calcium carbonate. The pre-mixed version that we use has other stuff in it, too, of course. There's no cement.

[@VictoriaChii]

I watched your original video 5 years ago for a project making deer antlers for a costume and I was blown away with how realistic they came out and how lightweight they were!!! (They were big 2ft antlers!) I was hoping to find the video again for this year and I couldn't remember what it was called, and I found your new video! I'm so happy to see you are making new content! This simple recipe is literally life-changing for us artsy gals 😭❤️❤️❤️

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I'm so glad you're having fun with it. I would love to see what you make with it. You're welcome to share photos of it on the Daily Sculptors page on my website: www.ultimatepapermache.com/daily-sculptors-group-page

[@design321]

Wow! You just opened up another avenue for my work! Thank you. FYI: Years ago I did a large paper mache project with Elmers and white flour. Over the years little bugs bored little holes into it. Not sure if I could have prevented that by varnishing, but I’m wondering if other people have experienced that problem. Suggestions to avoid that, without removing the flour?

[@soup92]

Thank you so much! This is really helpful! I’m making a jester mask for a cosplay and didn’t trust my regular paper mache (I think I added too much water to the mix of the dippy stuff) so this was super good for making it smooth and doing the finer details! Thank you so so much! You seem like a very sweet woman!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Glad I could help! 😀

[@Leradelie]

You are such a wonderful and awesome lady! And , you are not at all lazy, because look at all you do to help us and test so many different things. I love watching and listening to you! Thank you !!!

[@KCritz]

I am headed to the store now. I'm going to make end tables! Thanks for the recipe. 🥰

[@koi6699]

This lady is honestly so sweet and I love this project. I might try it.

[@jayelle1258]

I can’t wait to try this! I never would have attempted paper mache but your tutorials have inspired me to give it a try. Thanks!😊

[@shaheenkhan5091]

I very glad to see a old lady even doing something and that's great (something is better than doing nothing )

[@UltimatePaperMache]

All of the old ladies I know do lots of things. We finally have time to do the fun stuff, now that we're retired. 😊

[@shaheenkhan5091]

@@UltimatePaperMache yes exactly

[@julieabbey6123]

The art you make with the clay is so beautiful. I hope I am able to make something even half as good. Watching this has inspired me to try to get into this type of art. Thank you!

[@republican4u2nv78]

Glad I found this video in my feed! I love watching videos like this (probably because I have no artistic abilities myself haha) but they are so relaxing!

[@eponymousIme]

"NOTE: You don't need toilet paper for this recipe. You can make the paper mache clay with old newspapers during the TP shortage. " Good to know. Now I can make a COVID mask, and it will be AWESOME! :-)

[@parthpanchal777]

Yeah

[@theangriestcatintheworld]

What sort of mask are you going to make? I'm trying to make tentacles for an octopus (Cthulu-esque) mask. 🐙

[@xiaobai7060]

@@theangriestcatintheworld Any mask should work, as long as the area for breathing has a material or a few layers of material that you can't blow out a lighter with when wearing, it will be COVID safe. So just put that type of fabric in around the nose area when the paper clay is still wet and you are golden. Remember that the fabric isn't COVID safe if you can blow out a lighter through the fabric. You can also test it with a very fine mist through sunlight(spray a very fine mist through the side that your face is on going outwards through a stream of sunlight). If any mist goes through, then the material is bad. Get a material that the fine mist will not go through.

[@theangriestcatintheworld]

@@xiaobai7060 Ah, brilliant, I'd not heard that before-- about being able to blow out a flame-- but that makes perfect sense! Cheers for that!

[@mariad4183]

@@xiaobai7060 ...wow...thank you for that info! xoxo

[@ahmedalhiyari]

Thank you very much, I keep searching the youtube original source of many brilliant simple home ideas about art of moulds & gift making until I found your early ten years ago videos last month, then I start following your posts & still learning many things from you. I was working in 1987 as a calligrapher & gift maker, visited china many times, and now sitting at 61 years old, to learn many things from you which saves imports of both items & materials. Thank you very much Ma'am. Ahmed from Jordan.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

My, you've been watching my videos for a very long time! I'm a little embarrassed to watch my old ones, but they were a lot of fun to make, and I'm glad you enjoyed them and kept watching. 😊

[@ahmedalhiyari]

@@UltimatePaperMache You want the truth, I am back to Jordan since two years after thirty years of working at Saudi Arabia & Qatar , I could make millions if I watched your very early videos on time. Now, because of you, I start moulding some gifts with simple materials like gellatine & glycerin. I am very happy that you replied to me. Thank you again sweet lady.

[@sdin4]

Thank you Jonni. I was looking for a recipe for clay to make a bowl and it led me to you. My concern with the old salt-flour recipe is that it would eventually crumble. I think your clay-mache recipe will be perfect for my initial project and more.

[@terryprice4560]

Wow. So happy KZbin suggested this. Watched every second. You’re very sweet and engaging. I may have to give this a try! Subscribed ☺️

[@Dcdcd111]

this would be perfect for cosplay props and armor, what a blessing

[@fReAkLaNcEr123]

I was thinking the same thing!!! Worbla seems to be quite expensive so I was hoping to find an alternative and this may be the answer. I can't wait to try making an armour with this one. :)

[@Dcdcd111]

@@fReAkLaNcEr123 yeah worbla can get really expensive, especially if you're someone who does a lot of armor or prop builds. If you can i would love to know how your builds go!

[@aaronesposito3555]

I just did some Luigi’s mansion themed cosplay costumes with this stuff! instagram.com/p/B4VeaskASlp/?igshid=w279zt1fi0ze

[@JelloraVT]

This is EXACTLY the reason I came here. Can't believe I've been struggling with regular papre mache for ages and giving up. This is the best solution to my props!

[@marcialynnukulele]

I have found my people! I’m here because I’m looking to remake my helmet for my Hondo Ohnaka cosplay.

[@eternalearth88]

I am so glad I decided to finally pursue this papier-mâché project idea I’ve had for years now because I get to meet this incredible artist and creative woman who truly is so sweet and kind you can just totally sense her strength and her joyous energy ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I get to learn something new finally pursue some thing I’ve been wanting to make and come across a really wonderful creator and creative. ❤❤❤❤keep doing what you’re doing!!!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Joni, I really really appreciate your kindness in showing us all your paper clay, I really really love ❤️ the things that you have create. I’m going to have a go at making some soon. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Have fun! 😀

[@xunknownglitchx9144]

She is so lively yet calm for her age! I'm convinced once artist get older they become the calmest people ever

[@taraphoenix11]

Ageist comment!

[@xunknownglitchx9144]

@@taraphoenix11 how is this ageist? I'm litterally complimenting her and saying something in a vague term

[@taraphoenix11]

@@xunknownglitchx9144 Just saying “for her age” is ageist, as if people with gray or white hair aren’t “lively yet calm”. It implies a stereotype of seniors, and this certainly is an ageist society.

[@martinheath5947]

This is excellent and I had no idea this was even possible. Thank you!

[@LookUpTheKalergiPlanWhitePeeps]

Experience takes time, your willingness to share what you've invested so freely with others is a gift few people will ever realize or be gratuitous of/for. Thank you for sharing.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I appreciate that!

[@Doodleganger]

7:53 looks like youre wearing bunny ears 😆 so cuteee and warm

[@scarletlovins6212]

I have made this recipe using lime or calcium carbonate to give the precise name, instead of joint compound and it is working fine so far. Made it about a week ago. You can make a paste of the lime beforehand that mimics the texture of the joint compound and then add it to the recipe but I think if someone became proficient at the recipe they could just add dry lime and water straight into the mix. Vinegar reacts with lime though so don't use vinegar in the recipe if you are using lime. I say that in case there are people out there who want to put vinegar in the recipe as a preservative. So perhaps people in other countries could use lime, aka calcium carbonate. Lime is used as plaster in some instances. I have made this comment in reply to another person but decided to make it stand alone because I wanted to add that anytime you work with ingredients like lime or cement or joint compound you should keep in mind that they are very alkaline and will dry out your hands. It is best to use gloves when using them but if you don't after you are finished you can wash and rinse your hands then slather them with vinegar to restore the pH balance to your hands.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Good tips. Thanks! 😃

[@hiitsme3379]

She is so cute!! She reminds me of my nana ❤️❤️😌

[@serenitydavis1828]

Thank you, I'm planning a paper mache sewing box project. This will save me so much of the mess I've been dreading. I think this will also help me create the details I've been struggling to "nail down" how to go about.

[@carolnagata4855]

What a delightful tutorial! Loads of information, nicely delivered!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Thanks, Carol! 😸

[@thekatt...]

Your art is some next-level art. Mind blown ! Thank you, from Canada

[@vasosdapri]

💕💕💕Hello my beautiful! Congratulations on your talent and professionalism! I am your fan! I'm from Brazil and I learned to make an elephant watching your videos. I also teach in my channel but my focus is to make pots of carton boxes. My vases are made with papier maché too. I teach step by step. I love your work very very much !!!!!!💕💕💕

[@JosvioFernandes-bw1wj]

Believe me I have seen many videos from this channel And grandma is the most creative person ever. ❤

[@maddiedoesntkno]

I’m so excited to try this! I make an intentionally lumpy paper clay from egg carton, wood glue and either flour or dried red earthenware clay to imitate stone, but it’s not the most versatile thing and I sometimes have to supplement with little bits of polymer or glued on detail. It’d be nice not to have to ensure a base was bakeable so I could detail in polymer clay, and maybe use this instead!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Have fun! 😊

[@Romulus623]

Thank you! I am so looking forward to creating a sculpture.

[@LibbyClarkeStudio]

This is wonderful! I love the recipe and your incredible generosity in sharing it! Thank you!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

You are so welcome! 😀

[@julie7267]

I love this. So satisfying to just create and use something so versatile. I am an elementary school art teacher so I can imagine the drywall compound wouldn’t be the best idea to use with kids. But for professional artists this is great.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Yes, I've been surprised by all the wonderful creations that have been made with it over the years. If you'd like to see some of them, check out the Daily Sculptors page on my site: www.ultimatepapermache.com/daily-sculptors-group-page

[@kate-de4ni]

Love this video so much and thankyou for this! im wanting to try this out for a sculpture im making however i dont own an electric mixer... could i use a hand whisk and break up the toilet paper etra fine after soaking? or can the dried paper clay be sanded after to achieve a smoother finish? thankyou :)

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I have not tried mixing the paper mache clay without power tools, but people have told me it works. The mixer helps to distribute the paper evenly, so if you do it by hand you'll need to mix longer. You can sand it, but it dries really hard so that isn't easy. If you do sand it, be sure to wear a mask so the fine powder doesn't get in your lungs.

[@kate-de4ni]

@@UltimatePaperMache Thankyou so much! regardless of how it turns out without a power machine ill give it a go this weekend !! :)

[@TheMannequin]

I like the way you make the tutorial videos, you even consider the people outside of the country that possibly won't have the materials needed. It saves a lot of time. Thank you for the detailed guide!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Glad you like them! 😀

[@VanessaBacca]

I'm just 2 min into the video and I love you already 😍

[@Rai_S82]

I'm not sure why this came up in my recommendations - you must be having a little surge due to the algorithm! - but I'm so glad I clicked on your video. Giraffes are my favourite animal and the sculpture you've made in the background is beautiful! 😍

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I'm glad you found the channel! And did you know that there's a downloadable pattern for that giraffe, so you could make one yourself? You can find it here: www.ultimatepapermache.com/giraffe

[@ruthawie]

You are out of this world Miss. People like you makes this world a lot more beautiful ....keep up the great work!❤

[@DonJuanMair]

I was all for this until the toilet paper! That's like gold currently.

[@Cruznick06]

Paper egg cartons work very well or you can use newspaper. For newspaper you need to put it in hot water for about an hour and then blend it (with the water) in a blender.

[@suhanisingh2868]

@@Cruznick06 omg... Thank you soo much I really needed that info

[@ShanaLawson]

I was looking for this comment! Lol

[@melissaoleary9570]

I guess doing this with toilet paper when covid-19 started would had being insane and super luxurious! So I guess soaking newspaper will be the way to go.

[@lisadavenport476]

@@melissaoleary9570 unless you run out of tp and corn cobs then you don't want to run out of newspaper . Whada you do 🤷‍♀️

[@woundeddove]

You made those! WOW, They are so very beautiful. I would love a giant 🐇 rabbit.

[@annm.7176]

I'd love a big Egyptian cat. My talent won't do that.

[@grierparata5969]

hey jonni, thankyou so much for the inspiration. now whilst im sitting alone on cold dark nights, ive started paper mache as it was my husbands favorite hobby who sadly hung himself last week. i believe that god has shown me this to fill the gap he left behind. thansk

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@grierparata5969]

@@UltimatePaperMache ❤ i appreciate you more than words could describe

[@sandravandenbrink1820]

I don 't think you are lazy. You make beautiful art that takes a lot of time to make. A lazy person would not spend all that time on such things.😉

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I'm focused, and slightly OCD - but I always try to do everything the easy way. :)

[@bettywhittington625]

That's not really lazy. That's called finding a better way or short cut

[@Carnetix]

@@UltimatePaperMache That's not being lazy at all, that's called being efficient. Time is our most precious commodity.

[@vicenteisaaclopezvaldez2450]

KZbin's algorithm is finally doing it's work.

[@DrWhom]

its

[@joshuawebb7091]

One Extra. Try adding a few spoonful of vinegar. Over time flour can still mold if it absorbs moisture. We've used this recipe to make helmets and armor for cosplay and they'd eventually start to develop green spots. Vinegar in the mix prevents this. Also if used for cosplay know that what you sculpt shrinks as it loses moisture and dries out. Unlike other clays this wont crack but if you dont design some wiggle room into things like helmets you may find it doesnt fit several months later before your convention. Always best to sculpt a helmet around a frame. I prefer using a hardhat suspension as it can be bought, sized to your head and by twisting the ratchet wheel stay in place or be loosened to let you take it off. This prevents helmets from sliding around on cosplayers. If it works for construction workers to keep helmets on it works for you to keep Power Ranger Helmets on.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Yes, vinegar might help - and so will using a good sealer. And good tips on the size - thanks for sharing! 😊

[@combatgirl38]

First and foremost I want to say that you are a *magnificent* teacher. You show endless patience and empathy for every possible type of student who may be here with you seeking help. These are wonderful signs that I am in the right place. I've gotten as far as 5:25 in your video and couldn't help but stop to ask why, to save on materials cost, you haven't chosen to weigh the goopy ingredients directly into the mixing bowl itself. The supplies adhered to the measuring vessels begin to add up-including the cost of them being disposable- to the point that one could make several projects with what has been saved over the years. For those reading who don't understand what I am intending, you would find the exact weight measurement of the glue, place the empty bowl on the scale and zero out that weight then add the proper amount. Repeat this with the dry wall compound. I'm wondering if there is a reason this couldn't work.

[@combatgirl38]

OKAY...SUBSCRIBED!!! I had no intention of creating anything that requires this excellent invention, nor am I currently working on anything that would require it. I just clicked your video for entertainment/new skill research purposes. OMG....I was just going to babble further that my current immediate project is restoring a hand painted very fancy Moroccan side table that I recently saved from the dumpster, but IN FACT I believe it may be missing a few important embellishments that I'm sure that I can recreate and coat in your plaster to replicate what is needed. I'm done babbling. Time to get to work. *Thank You!!!* From the bottom of my Joy-Filled Heart.

[@vokaloiyd7952]

Is there any substitute to the drywall joint compound? Thank you for this video ❤️

[@MauzyandRosie]

She did answer this in the video. There’s no substitute. You can make traditional paper mache without it but not the paper mache clay. The traditional paper mache requires support for all parts the piece. You can’t do things like form ears on an animal without applying paper mache to a structure shaped like ears. See her other videos.

[@sly2599]

@@MauzyandRosie plaster of Paris it comes in powder form you add water to it and stir to make compound