Papier Mache

Papier mache is a great craft product for a quick, simple and creative activity!

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Oval Castle Box

This little box is perfect for storing royal treasures and jewels!

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  • Step 1Begin by giving your box a coat of white paint. Allow to dry. This is not essential but provides a good base for painting.
  • Step 2Paint your box light blue. Mix dark blue paint with white to create light blue. Allow to dry.
  • Step 3To create the towers, cut two rectangles from blue foam. Cut a castle top pattern from the top of each rectangle. Cut a small window from each tower. Cut two flags from red foam.
  • Step 4Roll your towers and secure with hot glue. Attach your flags with hot glue.
  • Step 5Paint silver bricks on your tower and box. Allow to dry.
  • Step 6Use a marker to draw a door, windows and castle roof top pattern on your box.
  • Step 7Attach the towers to your box with hot glue.

Materials used in this activity

Foam Sheets - Large - Pack of 10
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