Dolphin Pinata

Maggie turned 10 this year, and her favourite animal is a dolphin, so I made her a pinata...

My method (for video editing as well as papier mache) is pretty much what Dan the Monster Man (www.gourmetpapermache.com) does -- the paste is simply white flour and water, mixed to about the consistency of heavy cream. I use big pieces of paper instead of tiny strips, and rather than dip them in the paste, I use my hands to spread a little paste, then stick a dry piece of paper to it, and spread a little more paste for the next layer. Thanks to Dan and to Jonni Good (www.ultimatepapermache.com) for inspiration!