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I started doing paper mache several years ago when I was doing a lot of photography.

I needed props and paper mache was the best way to create them. I still like photography, but

paper mache is something I do more of now.

I have had a display of my paper mache at the Arlington County Library in Arlington, VA, & also a display at the Old Town Dog resort in Springfield, VA

Creating with paper has so many possibilituies!

Decorative objects, display,mannequins, urns and coin banks are all things I have created with paper.

I use heavy recycled  papers. Red Rosin is heavy paper. It is sold at Home Depot.  Kimpak is also know as Cellulose Wadding and is great for paper mache.  Bogus paper is sold at Uline and is a good strong paper. I learned about it from a 1950's  book by Lillian Johnson, who long ago  made many store displays with paper mache .

All of these heavy papers are superior to newspaper.

 I use Elmers Art Paste and Sta Flo Laundry Starch, plus Welbond, Elmers Wood Glue ,Modge Podge  and Elmers Wood Putty. I do not use flour and water paste.I seal my work with Krylon Varnish ,JW ETC Varnish or Modge Podge.

I paint the eyes or use glass eyes from Van Dykes Taxidermy.

I use quality acrylic paints. Liquitex, Golden, Createx, and JW ETC Craftsmen Blend Stains.

I take pride in my work.

Most items on this site have been sold, donated,or are mine.

I do custom orders. If you can imagine it, I may be able to create it.

Contact me at:

tabemi@msn.com

or

pupart@cox.net