Making your own paper : an introduction to creative paper-making
/ Marianne Saddington
- Pownal, VT : Storey Publishing Book , 1992
- 93 p. : illus. ; 24 cm
Giving the reader an insight into the historical background of paper-making, this book gives a detailed explanation of the craft. Various methods, including the pouring method are described, and techniques such as moulding, pressing, recycling and drying are explained. Other topics covered include the preparation of a writing surface, colouring, texturing and making paper from plants. Ideas and suggestions are given on how to turn the paper into gifts.