Paperboard Mosaics
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Materials:
Paperboard Boxes - tissue boxes, cereal boxes, soda boxes, etc.
Tools:
Glue
Scissors
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Cut out your paperboard canvas. Use either the front or back!
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Cut mosaic pieces from your paperboard into different shapes and sizes.
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Lay out your mosaic pieces. Try both free form and a specific design.
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Glue your mosaic pieces to your paperboard canvas. Tip: Use a damp rag to clean sticky fingers and excess glue.
Experiment 1
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Try single colors, a different shape, words
Experiment 2
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Make a mosaic postcard!
Experiment 3
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Try scrap paper, maps, envelopes, wrapping paper. No scissors? Tear the pieces!