Papier mâché

Papier mâché is a French word for "mashed paper".

It has been around for quite some time, it was even used to make houses in the 1850s.

When papier mâché dries it is basically wood and very strong and light. It is very popular as an inexpensive and versatile art medium.

 It's great  when it is combined with contemporary design,  ethnic colors and imagination.