Paper Mache Products by Decorator and Craft Company

History of Paper Mache

Also known as papier-mâché, paper-mache, papermache,  or papier maché... was invented in China at the beginning of the 2nd century A.D. Paper mache literally means chewed paper, and it historically has involved various complicated techniques and materials.  Paper in pulp, strips, or sheet form was held together with binders such as hide glue or natural resins.  Fillers were added to the paper and glue mix to give a smoother surface or add strength.  Paper mache is lightweight, hard and strong and some types could be worked like wood.  Pieces were finished using lacquer, inlay, paint, or varnish.  Hofcraft carries paper mache of all shapes and sizes, that are ready to paint or decorate. 
Choose from a wide variety of paper mache including: round boxes, square boxes, rectangle boxes, oval boxes, hexagon boxes, hearts and star boxes, hat boxes, French corner boxes, vintage canister box set, Christmas tree and star boxes, totes, pumpkins (including a 3 piece set), decorative trays (not intended to use with food), hearts, stars, birdhouse ornaments, steeple people, pot bellies and witches hats.

Some boxes, especially when ordered in multiples, are considered "oversized" by UPS and there may be an additional shipping charge applied to your order.

Item #280049

A fun surface to paint or decorate!
Let your imagination go and create your own "one-of-a-kind"!
Give as a gift for a wedding, anniversary, birthday, get well gift, or gift for the holidays!
Great for children and Decorative Painting Students!

Item #280062

Tin Hearts
An assortment of sizes for creating door wreaths and mantle scenes, along with Christmas trees.  Inexpensive surface for class projects.