What You Need:
    Paper mache paste
    Newspaper
    Wax paper
    Scissors
    Paperweight (rock or brick)
    Tape
    Bookend base
    Paint
    Paintbrush
    Varnish

What to Do:
    1. Prepare the paper mache paste. (Directions below.)
    2. Cut or rip the newspaper into 1" strips.
    3. Cover the work area with newspaper. Then put a piece of wax paper on top so that your bookend doesn't stick to the newspaper.
    4. Put the weight inside the box then seal with tape.
    5. Cover the base with three layers of newspaper, trying to keep the layers even. Allow to dry completely.
    6. Paint the bookends. Allow to dry completely.
    7. Add any embellishments. Allow the glue to dry completely.
    8. Cover the entire bookend with a clear varnish.

Paste Recipe

    1 cup flour
    1 cup water

    1. Mix the flour with the water, slowly adding and mixing until you get a smooth, paste like consistency.

What You Need:
    Construction/decorative paper
    Laminating paper
    Scissors
    Markers or crayons, stickers, glitter/glue, etc.

What to Do:
    1. Cut out the construction or decorative paper in the shape of a tie about 5" long.
    2. Decorate the tie with markers, crayons, stickers, etc. If you use glue, allow to dry completely.
    3. Put the tie between two pieces of laminating paper and cut out.