Category Archives: How to Make Paper

Articles covering how to make papers.

Papermaking for Preschoolers

Posted on February 19, 2010 by admin

Certainly it is a personal choice, but young children can still very much be involved in the paper making process. Here’s how. Continue reading →

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Keeping Safety in Mind While Making Paper

Posted on October 30, 2009 by admin

Making paper is considered a very safe and enjoyable activity. However, like any craft, there are some dangers that can always be present. Continue reading →

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Homemade Paper to Localize Economy?

Posted on October 16, 2009 by admin

From pilfering hotel shampoo bottles to using single squares of toilet paper at a time, we’ve all heard some pretty interesting, creative, and sometimes slightly unhinged ways to save money these days. Continue reading →

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How to Make Paper Mache

Posted on October 1, 2009 by admin

Another fun use of recycled paper is paper mache. Paper mache is a great method of making three dimensional paper crafts, such as masks, ornaments, and figurines. Continue reading →

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Using Paper in Non-Paper Products

Posted on September 13, 2009 by admin

Many fans of recycled paper products like to use paper for all sorts of things. Reusing paper to make recycled, homemade paper is a fun way to conserve and create, but there are literally dozens of other ways to give old paper a new life. Continue reading →

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Tips for Teaching Paper-Making in the Classroom

Posted on August 25, 2009 by admin

Paper-making is a rewarding hobby and pastime, but it’s also a very enriching and exciting creativity for the classroom. Continue reading →

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How To Make Rice Paper

Posted on August 19, 2009 by admin

If you’ve been making your own handmade paper now, you might want to try making rice paper. Rice paper is a beautiful and elegant creation that has been used in writing and art for centuries in China and Japan. Slightly transluscent with a unique texture, it will be a lovely addition to your handmade paper collection. Continue reading →

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How to Make Paper with Dryer Lint

Posted on July 31, 2009 by admin

Dryer lint may not have been on your list of things to reuse, but it can actually be a good base to use for making paper. Continue reading →

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Making Antique Paper

Posted on July 17, 2009 by admin

Whether you want to write a loved one something romantic with an aged flair, impress an English professor with an old-style sonnet, or simply add a bit of archaic edge to a pirate-themed party invitation, making antique paper is a great way to do it. Continue reading →

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Making Plant-able Homemade Paper

Posted on July 15, 2009 by admin

How cool would it be to enjoy your card–and then plant it into the ground to have a long-lasting gift of nature in its place? Every time you saw it, you would think of the person who sent it to you, and be reminded of the earth-friendly, natural gift of beauty from such a thoughtful friend. Continue reading →

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