Venetian Carnival Masks
/The Venetian Carnival is fast approaching and you are looking on a way to make a Mask Creating a Venetian papier mache mask
Cut newspapers into strips
In a pan, mix a quantity of flour in an equal amount of water; boil
When the mixture is smooth, remove it from the stove and let it cool
Take a blown-up balloon and cover it with oil
Dip the newspaper strips into the mixture and put on the balloon (3 or 4 coats)
Put the mask aside for 24 hours.
When the mask has dried, using a cutter, cut out openings for the eyes, nose and mouth
Decorate
or the best way is to get one from one of the Masks shops in Venice….