Mod Podge Paper Mache

Step 1

Cover a clean, dry bowl in plastic wrap to protect it. Tape to the insides if necessary with a removable tape (like painter's tape).

Step 2

Tear or cut several pages of newspaper into squares.

Step 3

Place a layer of Mod Podge on the outside of the plastic wrap.

Step 4

Lay down pieces of newspaper down on the surface of the bowl and smooth with a paintbrush covered in Mod Podge. Press the paper down and brush right over the top.

Step 5

Continue overlapping newspaper pieces and applying with Mod Podge until the entire bowl is covered. Apply a second layer of newspaper for more rigidity. Wrinkles will form, but don't worry about those. It's part of the character.

Step 6

Apply a layer of Mod Podge and let the entire bowl dry on your work surface, even overnight if you're in a humid area.

Step 7

Once dry, remove the layer of plastic wrap from the bowl mold, releasing the bowl. You might have to twist a little bit. Remove the plastic wrap from the paper mache.

Step 8

Use the bowl mold as a template to trim the edges of your newspaper bowl with scissors.

Step 9

Paint the inside and outside of the bowl with acrylic paint if desired.

Step 10

Paint a layer of Mod Podge on both the inside and outside of the bowl; let dry and apply a second coat. Let dry completely before using.