How to make handmade paper
Posted on: Saturday, April 24th, 2010 at 12:11 pm
The ancient Egyptians invented paper (then called papyrus),it is more of a craft which is fun to create.
To start we need…
• A piece of sponge.
• Mould and deckle (the top and the bottom screens)
• A big basin
• A blender
• Some staples
• Some liquid starch.
Method
To start with select the types of paper and rip them into small bits. Place them in a blender .then add some warm water and rum the blender to make a smooth paste. Then we add the corn starch or gelatin for strength. Then add petals, color or spackle to decorate the paper.
To make a mould and deckle we need to stretch a fiberglass over the wooden frame and staple it on sides to secure a tight grip.
Now pour the pulp in the basin and mix well to check for lumps.Dip the mould in the pulp let it stay for some time then slowly take it out. Check the layer it should be even.
Put the deckle on top and soak the extra water with sponge.
Remove the paper from the screens and put it on news paper and let it dry and your homemade paper is ready.