A high-powered blender produces smoother paper, while a low-powered blender creates a chunkier texture. If you want, I can: Show you how to add flower petals or seeds to the mix. Explain how to properly dry them so they stay flat. Suggest what types of ink to use on this paper. Let me know which you prefer!
Add dried flower petals, seeds, glitter, or threads into the tub for decorative, textured paper. UЕ›miech
Old notebooks, newspaper, junk mail, or tissue paper Blender Water A high-powered blender produces smoother paper, while a
A wooden frame with a mesh screen (or two photo frames with window mesh stapled to one) Plastic container/tub: Must be larger than the mold Absorbent cloths: Felt, towels, or wool blankets Sponge Steps to Make Handmade Paper Suggest what types of ink to use on this paper
You can add food coloring or liquid water colors to the blender to make colored paper.
Tear your scrap paper into small pieces (approximately 1-inch squares) and soak them in hot water for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to make them soft.
Let the excess water drain for a few seconds. Remove the top deckle, and flip the mold over, pressing the pulp side firmly onto a flat, damp cloth.