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Handmade Paper with Pressed Flowers

Learn how to make beautiful handmade paper with pressed flowers using household scrap paper.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Flower Crafts/Decor
Yield: 1 Handmade Paper
Author: Patti Estep
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • Old blender or chopper

Materials

  • Scrap paper
  • Pressed leaves and flowers
  • Large plastic bowl
  • Large plastic bin
  • 2 - 8 x 10 picture frames
  • Piece of screening material
  • Old towels
  • Sponge or absorbent towel

Instructions

  • Put your paper scraps into a large bowl.
  • Add hot water to cover, and let it sit.
  • Staple the screen material to the smooth side of each frame.
  • Place the second frame on top.
  • Fill up a large plastic bin about 1/3 with water. 
  • Make pulp by blending the soaked paper and water in a blender, or some other chopping instrument. 
  • Pour the pulp into the large container and mix around with your hands. 
  • Dip the frames in at an angle to scoop up the pulp.
  • Hold the frames under water with one hand and lay the pressed flowers on top with the other.
  • With both hands move the frames around a bit to thoroughly coat the frames.
  • Use your hand to gently press the flowers.
  • Lift the frames out of the water and tilt slightly to drain as much water as possible.
  • Remove the top frame and gently place a cloth on top of the paper.  
  • Flip it over and place on the counter.  
  • Gently press on the screen and soak up as much water as you can.
  • Wring out the towel into the pulp container and repeat.
  • Remove the screen and let dry.
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