Elmer's Art Paste, Ideal for Paper Mache and Craft Projects, 56 Grams

A most satisfactory product delivered speedily. However, a word of caution for art teachers - the instructions, I've found, are deceptive! It takes much more time to dissolve the powder than the directions would lead you to believe. I used a 4 liter glass bottle to mix the glue. Fill the bottle with water about 2/3 then add about 2/3 of the contents of the box. Shake vigorously for 3 -4 minutes, or more! Wait a day or two or more...until the solution is clear and not too lumpy. Then add the remainder of the water and powder and shake vigorously again, for 3-4 minutes or much more. Let the solution settle. After a day or two, or three it will eventually become clear. The directions are not accurate from my experience. If someone has had a better experience, please let me know how to replicate it! If you want to do papier-mache with your students, get the glue ready way before-hand. It doesn't "spoil." NEVERTHELESS! This stuff is far superior to the typical papier-mache recipes I used as a kid, and to what is still available. Its worth the trouble and little (very little) extra cost. It doesn't get moldy or stinky. It does not attract vermin. It dries clear, and as hard as an eggshell. Last word - it easily washes off hands and out of clothes.

Surprisingly easy. I made it in a small shoebox type tub and stirred until there weren't chunky remnants. Clear. It my get foamy but that will settle after it sits. I transferred it to a gallon jug and have kept the remnants in that since then, it's been a month or so. I just keep a squeeze bottle of it and refill as I need it. Btw squirt bottles are great for mache. Just saying.

Im an art teacher. Ive used this stuff for years with children. It is deffinatly superior for paper mache and it makes allot. Sticks well dries clear. My teenage daughter was originally trying to use the old glue and water mix and being a teenager wouldn't listen to mom suggestion to use this product.. I gave her this stuff after she struggled to get her paper to stick and stay. She said okay mom your right this stuff is allot better. Thank you for ordering it.

Easy to mix up and lasts a long time between uses. My kids love the texture of this jelly paste, but I don't like it's durability. Student's final projects were weak even after several layers of paper mache. I even had student's cross layers of newspaper to strengthen their egg shaped structures. I'm wondering if slightly heavier weighted paper would be more suitable for this paste.

I needed this for a paper mache project. I made several large paper mache heads for a party. I didn't want to make traditional flour-based paper mache paste for several reasons: - I have a gluten sensitivity - I've heard that it can age badly - I wanted something I could mix and use over several weeks without needing to re-mix regularly This product was PERFECT. I mixed the entire box in a plastic container and used it over the course of several weeks. It performed beautifully and was easy to work with. Highly recommend!!!

This is the only paper mache paste I purchase for my classroom. It is easy to store as it comes in a small box with an even smaller bag inside. 2 ounces of powder mixes a full gallon of paste. For those worried about clumping- you must work fast and I recommend using a whisk. Start whisking before you start pouring in the powder, which you should add gradually. Sometimes I get clumps, but it is usually my own fault for rushing through the mixing process. If you do get clumps, they are usually gone the next day and don't hinder the ability to use it if you use before then. Only complaint is that this requires several layers of paper to make it strong. If you or your kids or students try to paint on top of this before you reach maximum hardness through paper layering, your work will just collapse in on itself. I prefer using tissue paper as an additional layer on the outside of my projects to add color instead of painting- it usually looks much better. This is very gooey and slimy feeling, but has no smell. If you use in a classroom make sure you provide ample handwashing time, as it takes quite a while to rinse off because it is so slippery!

When I got this, I was so excited. It makes a gallon. So I put a gallon of cold water in a milk jug and proceeded to pour the powder in the small opening. it started gelling up before I could get half in so I was squeezing and pushing it in. Had it all over my hands. I was afraid for a bit that I would glue my hands together. Finally got as much in as I could. Next, instructions said stir it well, so I shook and shook the container. Then let it set for 15 minutes and stir again. Okay, now I am gasping for breath and set it down. I have 3 inches of goop in the jug and the rest water. Sigh. So I take a little bit out and put it in something I can't mess up - an empty tuna fish can. Took a glob of glue and squished it with a little water. I noticed the glue was turning red. Yep, cut myself on the tuna can. After bandaging my finger and using a small glass jar, I got a little glue and watered it down. Decided to use a brush instead of finger to apply. It worked. It does a good job of gluing and is clear. I cannot blame all my travails on the instructions, but they could have been better. Should have first tested with a little bit. I know that we crafters like to do things the hard way, but next time I am going to get it already made.Update: After sitting for a week, I noticed that the glob at the top had dissolved and I now have liquid glue and it works fine. Note to self - be patient.

First time using Elmer's Art Paste and I really love it, I can make up a big batch and add colors to the paste if I want and it's easy to work with . I love the fact that I can use my hands and pant brushes and with a little soap and water it cleans up so well, and drys clear.

The mixture keeps for ages. Very smooth, does a perfect job. I divided the contents of the pack into 3 and just one batch will keep me going for many pieces of work. Great value.

Makes for a smooth clean easy to mix and use papier mache.

Mon fils a adore faire le masque ( jusqu au sechage et demojlage ouille ouillle aie ) , le peindre et le remettre

I love this product. I mix it up in quarters and am amazed at how far it goes at pennies a project. It’s easy to work with and dries quickly when placed in front of a fan. Very easy cleanup and doesn’t appear to support mould growth.

Very good product