Coasters Indian paper mache round red x6

Paper mache paste is made from recycled paper which gives the appearance and robustness of a wooden box. It allows to manufacture all kinds of handycraft items and often decorated by hand.

Paper mache in India

The region of Kashmir in India is particularly famous for this work. The papier mache items are often hand painted with bright and golden colors which turns these items into real works of art.

The recipe for paper mache allows to make many different items, useful or simply decorative. There are all kind of shapes and items, such as boxes, coasters, bracelets, eggs, candleholders, incense holders, pen pots, napkin rings, bowls, trays, puppets, etc..