The paper dough is one of the fun and popular activities for children, it combines entertainment and interest, as it develops the sense of creativity and innovation they have, it can be used to make various artistic forms and models, and it is a great way to reuse old papers and newspapers instead of getting rid of them, as they enter into many technical projects due to the ease of preparation and flexibility in formation.
How to prepare the paper dough
There is more than one way to prepare a paper dough, and we will explain two of the most common methods:
First: The soft paper dough is used the next day
the components:
Old news papers torn.
Hot water.
flour.
Adhesive gum.
salt.
A large bowl of mixing.
How to prepare:
The newspaper leaves are cut into small pieces and placed in a bowl.
Add hot water to it until it is completely immersed, and leave it soaked for several hours or overnight.
The leaves are rubbed with the fingers until they decompose and become a soft, oatmeal -like texture.
If some pieces remain solid, add more water and leave for a longer period.
After making sure of its softness, add salt to prevent dough rot.
Spread of excess water, then add the gum and mix well until it holds.
The dough is stored in a closed bowl or a plastic bag and kept in the refrigerator for several days.
Second: Paper strips dough for immediate use
the components:
Flour and water in equal quantities.
Spoon stirring.
Some salt.
A mixture of mixing.
Paper or newspapers.
How to prepare:
Mix the flour with water to get a paste with a thick -like texture.
The spoon is used to move the mixture well and get rid of any lumps, and the electric mixer can be used.
Add salt to reduce the chances of mold formation.
Paper strips are soaked in the paste for a short period.
The tapes are used to form desired artistic shapes.
It is recommended to apply 2-3 layers of strips, and leave each layer to dry completely before placing the following, to get a perfect result.
