Long term papier mache artist here. Love this project, thank you! I use a different paper type for the 2nd layer. I've found that thin brown painter's paper works well and reduces bumps. I also use a small paint roller to apply the glue directly to the project, then apply a dry strip to the wet area and then apply the glue over the stuck on paper, again with the roller, to seal the top. This saves the messy and laborious dipping and squeezing step. It speeds things up significantly!  Love you project and the way you've painted it!

The pattern and directions are perfect and easy to follow-loved it!!

cant wait to try! amazing instruction!!

Is very good. How I love to have in-person class on this