Making Crafts With Handmade Paper

by Gail P. Hercher

The next best thing to buying or making handmade paper is creating beautiful things with it. Baskets, screens, mobiles, boxes, lanterns, shades, bowls, jewelry, and even sandals-learn all you need to know to craft gorgeous household and gift items with spectacular handmade paper. Includes a special section on how to make your own paper, plus detailed information on how to pick the right paper for the project. Supplies valuable information and tips on choosing and using handmade papers, tools, techniques, and materials. Features botanical papers, Japanese papers, paste paper, papyrus, bark and daphne papers. Provides an overview on the world of handmade who's making it (Japan, India, Philippines, Thailand, Nepal, Europe, U.S.).

108 pages, Paperback

First published October 28, 2000