Carefully peel the screen away and let the paper dry on the fabric for at least 24 hours. Once dry, gently peel your new paper off the surface. How-to for kids: Making paper
Fill a blender halfway with warm water and add a handful of the soaked paper.
Pulse until the mixture reaches a smooth, soup-like consistency. For finer paper, blend longer; for a chunkier texture, blend less. clips03mp4
Tear the paper into small, roughly 1-inch squares. Place them in a bin and cover them with warm water. Let them soak for several hours or overnight to soften the fibers. 2. Create the Pulp
Flip the wet sheet of pulp onto a piece of absorbent fabric, like felt or a towel. Carefully peel the screen away and let the
Collect old junk mail, newspapers, or printer paper. Avoid glossy or waxy paper, as they don't break down well.
Pour your pulp into a large tub or container filled halfway with water. Swirl it to distribute the fibers evenly. Pulse until the mixture reaches a smooth, soup-like
Use a mold and deckle (a wooden frame with a mesh screen). Submerge it into the vat at an angle, then lift it straight up. Shake it gently to level the pulp as the water drains. 4. Drying and Pressing