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Make a wish!
In Japan Daruma dolls are seen as a symbol of perseverance and good luck. Daruma dolls are also used as motivation and to bring good luck in achieving your goals.
Set a goal or make a wish and draw on its first eye. Then once it comes true add the other eye to your Daruma doll!
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PunkyFunk added Daruma Doll to DIY the Room 22 Jun 20:23
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Step 1
First thing you need to do is prepare the shape you will be sculpting your papier maché around.
Using a small balloon is probably the simplest way. I didn't have a balloon so I tried two other ways:
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Step 7
When the first layer is finished wait for it to dry before adding the next one.
Add as many layers as you see fit to make a sturdy doll.
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Step 11
If your work has a very uneven surface you may use small pieces of newspaper to build it up further where needed.
When it's dry you can carefully use fine sandpaper to make it more even.
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Step 12
Ready for the paint job?
Of course you can choose your own colors, and get as creative as you want to.
Mine are very traditional, dressed in a red robe with eyebrows in the shape of cranes and facial hair to resemble tortoiseshells.
Remember though: First paint it all white for a base.
I added my friend's and my name in katakana. Since my Japanese is a little rusty I used this online translator for help: http://japanesetranslator.co.uk/your-name-in-japanese/
great tute too!!! love this!!! xxxxxxxxx