To make the homemade paper mâché paste, stir 5 cups of water and 3 cups of flour in a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Stir occasionally until smooth. And then let cool.
Meanwhile, blow up the balloon if you haven't already done so, and tape it to a cup or jar. This props the balloon so you work with it easier.
Also, cut the paper or newspaper into strips if you haven't done so either.
Dip a strip of paper into the mâché paste, and use your fingers to glide off the excess. You could also use a paint brush instead.
Place the strip on the balloon, flattening it out with your fingers.
Repeat until you have about 6-7 layers and it feels nice and thick.
Let sit overnight until dry.
Once dried, pop the balloon.
Cut the edges of the bowl to make them flat and smooth. Or you can skip this step and leave the bowl looking rustic.
Take the gold spray paint and spray the inside of the bowl.
Then flip it over and spray the outside.
Let dry for at least 45 minutes or when paint has set.
Then go over it again if needed, and let dry another 45 minutes.
When your bowl has dried, apply the polyurethane to the outer edges. Immediately add the sea salt.
Continue to add salt to your liking.
Let the bowl sit for 30 minutes or until dry.