| Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from cpja and more videos in the General Holiday & Seasonal Crafts category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Making your own pinata is surprisingly easy, and it can be a lot of fun. To complete this How-To you will need: A work smock An old sheet or drop cloth Old newspapers 2 c. flour 1 c. water A round balloon A large bowl Plain white paper Acrylic or fabric paint Tissue paper and other trimmings Candy and other fillings Scissors Ribbon Sticks Glue Cardboard A work smock An old sheet or drop cloth Old newspapers 2 c. flour 1 c. water A round balloon A large bowl Plain white paper Acrylic or fabric paint Tissue paper and other trimmings Candy and other fillings Scissors Ribbon Sticks Glue Cardboard Step 1: Cover up Wear a smock and cover your work space with an old sheet or a drop cloth; making a pinata is a messy undertaking. Step 2: Make newspaper strips Tear old newspapers into strips approximately one inch wide and eight inches long. You'll need enough pieces to cover your pinata with at least three layers. Step 3: Mix up some paste Whisk two cups of flour and one cup of water into a paste, adding a bit more of either if needed to reach the right consistency. You can also use regular glue thinned out with water. Step 4 ... |
