Papier Machie Craft
Papier machie crafts have been around since 200 B.C. and were first seen in Imperial China after they learned how to make paper. It was then that the handicraft items made with papier machie spread like wildfire across the globe and reached Europe around 1725. Now, you would be able to find Papier machie crafts online at CCIC where shopping comes at luxury. Well, 'Papier Mâchié' is a term used to portray loads of objects made in marginally various ways, yet all utilizing mashed-up paper and glue.
Papier Machie craft paper is combined with natural glue which is soaked in water for 10 to 20 days, then hammered into a thick pulp mash, which is left to dry partially. Each piece in the category of papier machie crafts is then given a form by hand, putting successive layers of the paper pulp around a central core for basic shaping. When thoroughly dried, a base compound is applied for extra strength and is further smoothened by sandstone. Next, a thin rice paper is applied on top with cloth reinforcement in the corners and on the base to protect against expansion or contraction in different climatic conditions. The surface of the article is smoothened with a special stone made of hard burnt brick called "karkod". Then the desired pattern is hand-drawn on the surface and completed with an array of colours which results in smooth and attractive products. The Paper Machie crafts online are handcrafted and hand-painted in the very fine and intricate paisley design. On the colour base, the intricate design has been drawn in different shades which adds to the beauty of the product. Fine detailing of the intricate design can be well seen with a magnifying glass. Water-based colours and natural pigments have been used in the product. Finally, the product is coated with lacquer which protects it from water and gives it extra durability.
At CCIC, you can shop the collection of papier machie crafts are available in a wide variety. You would be able to find numerous products made with the technique called ‘Japanning’ that feature Japanese lacquer work on the products. Well, that’s not it because you would find a gamut of different products in the papier machie crafts online including multi-utility boxes, jewelry, animal figurines, toys, envelopes, paper bags and so much more. The collection doesn’t end there because you would also find numerous decorative items, pocket mirrors, key chains, and so much more.
Well, the papier machie crafts have come a long way from the times when we covered the balloons with newspaper cut-outs and glue and crafting beautiful figurines with the same. Now, you would be able to beautify your homes, offices and other spaces with the most functional assortment of papier machie crafts online at CCIC. The designs and prints available in the collection are stunning and spell-binding. You would love to invest in them for yourself as well as pick them as gifts for your loved ones.
