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How to Make Paper

How to make paper from scrap paper (and recycle paintings done on paper)

By Marion Boddy-Evans, About.com Guide

Paper making is a science in the same way cooking is. You learn the rules, which are hardly ever solid, then you improvise and improve and make it your own.

This illustrated step-by-step tutorial shows you how to make your own paper from start to finish, without any expensive equipment. The demo is done using scrap paper, but the technique is perfect for recycling any rejected paintings done on paper, especially watercolor paintings.

This tutorial on how to make paper was photographed and written by B.Zedan, and reprinted with permission. B.Zedan describes herself as "a multi-media packrat, an avid collector of broken things and artistic techniques". For more of B.Zedan's work, take a look at her website and Flickr photostream.

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How to Make PaperHow to Make Paper: Step 13 Test DipHow to make paperHow to Make Paper: Step 14 Shake the ScreenHow to Make PaperHow to Make Paper: Step 15 Drain the Excess WaterHow to Make PaperHow to Make Paper: Step 16 Couching
How to Make PaperHow to Make Paper: Step 17 Flip the Screen OverHow to Make PaperHow to Make Paper: Step 18 Sponge Off WaterHow to Make PaperHow to Make Paper: Step 19 Pull Off the ScreenHow to Make PaperHow to Make Paper: Step 20 Sheet of Paper
How to Make PaperHow to Make Paper: Step 21 Do it AgainHow to Make PaperHow to Make Paper: Step 22 Add More PulpHow to Make PaperHow to Make Paper: Step 23 Mix in the New PulpHow to Make PaperHow to Make Paper: Step 24 Make a Paper Post
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