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Make handmade paper… from paper! Here’s how to create these pretty sheets

April 24, 2024
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Making handmade paper gives you room to customize!

Crafters think of everything. Their minds see beauty in basic items. With your recycled paper pile and a blender, you can create beautiful masterpieces.

Kelcie Hansen shares how to make handmade paper… from paper. She says sustainable crafting is growing in popularity – and not only is it environmentally friendly, it’s fun!

 

 

Projects Using Handmade Paper

  • place cards
  • bookmarks
  • gift tags
  • paint on it
  • plantable seed paper (free printable card at readwritecolor.com)

It’s really simple to make and you don’t need a lot of materials. The hands-on time is very minimal. The only thing to consider is the time it takes to let the paper dry, but otherwise, it’s quick and easy!

Handmade Paper

SUPPLIES

  • paper scraps
  • water
  • blender or food processor
  • screen
  • large container
  • cookie cutters

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Soak paper scraps overnight
  2. Blend saturated paper into pulp
  3. Shape the paper
  4. Add add-ins (flower petals, crayon shavings, seeds)
  5. Let dry 1-2 days

Find more projects from Kelcie on Instagram, @readwritecolor, or at readwritecolor.com.

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