Modern Papermaking: Techniques in Handmade Paper, 13 Projects - Paperback

by Kelsey Pike (Author)

The ultimate guide to papermaking

Making your own paper is a mesmerizing and versatile craft. Let Modern Papermaking show you how to create countless paper sheets with a few tools and practice! The handmade paper you create can become the perfect foundation for painting, illustration, stationery, lettering, bookmaking, bookbinding, and a wide variety of other paper crafts. Handmade paper can upgrade the starting point of your creative work, or you can use the techniques to create stand-alone works of art to display, gift, and share. The craft is relatively easy and accessible, with essential tools and supplies that can be DIY'd, recycled, and thrifted.

• Includes 13 projects, ranging from bold and eye-catching to professional and fine-art quality
• Get tips and practical advice on selling your one-of-a-kind paper collections for other makers to use in their 2D work
• Make fully home-crafted books and journals by starting with handmade paper!

Author Biography

Kelsey Pike is a production papermaker and owner of Sustainable Paper + Craft, based in Kansas City, Missouri. Kelsey always prioritizes good craft, so she's continuously studying, practicing, and learning to make the best paper possible. sustainablepapercraft.com