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Pour your pulp into a large tub or container filled halfway with water. Swirl it to distribute the fibers evenly.

Use a sponge or rolling pin to press out excess water through the back of the screen.

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 clips03mp4

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

At this stage, you can add food coloring, liquid watercolors, or even seeds and flower petals for a decorative look. 3. Form the Sheets Pour your pulp into a large tub or

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. Tear the paper into small, roughly 1-inch squares

Pulse until the mixture reaches a smooth, soup-like consistency. For finer paper, blend longer; for a chunkier texture, blend less.