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Paste. Make your own paste for papier-m�ch� projects

An all-purpose paste, excellent for papier-mache projects.

To make 1 lb/700g paste

  • 7 oz/200g plain flour
  • 3 oz/85g white sugar
  • 8 floz/225ml cold water
  • 16 floz/450ml boiling water
  • 1 tablespoon alum
  • 1 teaspoon oil of cinnamon

Combine the flour and sugar in a large saucepan and slowly stir in the cold water. Add the boiling water gradually, then bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. When the mixture is stiff, remove from the heat and stir in the alum and oil of cinnamon. Store in a tightly sealed container. When required, thin with boiling water if necessary.




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flour and water Comments By: casey on 2006-07-25
water and flour mixed together is simpler and works really well, although i havent tried this. it might work better im not sure.
 



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