How to Make a Figurine Out of Foil

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Prepare.

   Gather all the supplies you'll need, and make sure you have somewhere to work where you can make a bit of a mess.
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   Step 2: Make a skeleton for your figurine.

   Break the phosphorus tips of the matchsticks and glue them together like a skeleton.
   
   This would need approximately 6 sticks at most. , Let the glue dry. , You'll need smaller strips so that you can mould them around the skeleton easily. , Create layers to add more volume. , Fix the thermocol/polystyrene ball at the 'neck' of your figurine and cover it with foil, too. ,, Cut the blotting paper into strips and wrap them around the body until it is completely covered. ,, It may seem like a crazy idea but it works. , Make sure all the glue is dry first.
   
   Consider using tribal colours for a neat effect! , Your little man is ready. ,
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   Step 3: Glue the sticks together.

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   Step 4: Cut some strips of aluminum foil.

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   Step 5: Wrap the aluminum foil tightly along the contours of the skeleton.

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   Step 6: Make the head.

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   Step 7: Brush glue all over the figurine.

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   Step 8: Add the figurine's "skin."

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   Step 9: Apply more watered down glue and repeat the blotting paper wrapping at least twice more.

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    Step 10: Let the figurine dry or

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    Step 11: if you are in a hurry

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    Step 12: blow dry it.

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    Step 13: Paint or decorate your figurine as you wish.

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    Step 14: Voila!

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    Step 15: Be creative and have fun with it.

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