How to make a paper mache frog!

We are going to have a go at making these on Thursday! So read up so you know how!

Step 1:

Crumple some newspaper into a frog-like shape. I used two balls–the larger one for the body and a smaller, flatter one for the head. You can see the basic shape, from the side, below. Since it gets covered in clay, you don’t need to worry about the weird bumps and valleys. The clay will cover them smoothly.

Crumpled Paper and Masking Tape Frog Shape

Step 2:

Tape the center of one long wire to the frog’s chest, just below the “chin.”

Adding the Front Legs

Step 3:

Now twist the ends of the wire to make the fingers. If you’re using pipe cleaners you’ll need another one for each arm so you’ll have enough for all fingers and some extra length to wind around the arm, strengthening it. Tape any extra wire to the frog’s tummy. It will be covered with paper mache clay, and the extra wire helps to anchor the arms and legs.

Making the Toes

Step 4:

Do the same thing with the back legs, attaching them to the frog’s rear end.

Adding the Back Legs

Step 5:

Use aluminum foil to pad the legs and arms, and use masking tape to cover the toes.

Filling Out the Legs with Aluminum Foil