Raccoon Pattern for Paper Mache Sculpture

This printable pattern (PDF) comes with links to five videos that will help you put your raccoon sculpture together.

I like to experiment, so I tried out several new ideas when I built my own raccoon. I like the fur made with colored tissue paper and acrylic modeling paste, (although acrylic paint would work well, too).

However, there are a few other things I show you in the videos that I would do differently if I made this sculpture again. I explain those differences on the pattern, so read the pattern watch the videos before you begin.

This raccoon has been a big favorite of my readers, and many people have already used the pattern and video instructions to make paper mache raccoons of their own.

To make your raccoon you'll need:

• A piece of cardboard large enough for a raccoon in the size you need. Instructions for making the pattern the right size is included in the videos.
• Old newspapers
• Masking tape
• Foil
• Heavy wire, like they used to make coat hangers with
  
• Paper strips and paste, or a batch of my paper mache clay (the recipe is in the Paper Mache Art Library
• Colored tissue paper (optional)
• Acrylic paint
• Matte acrylic varnish
• Dried Indian corn (optional)

The pattern will be available for download right after you order, so you can get started on your raccoon today!