Papers: Handmade
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White Daisy Lace 03/25/13 $8.95 Out of Stock
An intricate lace background peeks through this cheerful daisy design from Thailand. This paper's unique handmade texture adds a dimension beyond our traditional lightweight laces, creating a "canvas" for creativity by applying pastels, inks. Also an excellent choice for use in multi media such as collage, encaustic art, card making, rubber stamping and more.
22" x 30", 60gsm, Handmade, pH Neutral
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Embossed Leaves & Branches 03/25/13 $14.50 Out of Stock
Natural white paper, embossed with a leaf and branch pattern. A high quality paper with a thick embossing, this organic pattern has more of a cast paper feel and the detail is exquisite.
22" x 30", 100gsm, Handmade, Acid-free
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Thai Garden Smooth 03/14/13 $8.95 Out of Stock
A natural white paper, categorized as a garden paper. This mulberry paper has a smooth finish and no inclusions. Deckle edges on all sides add to its handmade beauty.
22" x 30", 100gsm, Handmade, Acid-free
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Light Papyrus 10/18/12 $12.80 - $19.80
2 itemsThis textured paper dating back to 2700 B.C. is formed by laying thin strips of papyrus plant stalk in horizontal and vertical (crosswise) layers. Each handmade sheet is unique and often features frayed edges adding to its handmade character. Its strength makes these papers ideal for painting, writing and drawing.
Handmade, Neutral pH
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Anemone Blossoms 10/15/12 $12.00
A lovely, mellow color combination of sage, periwinkle and wine! Five-petaled flower blossoms scattered playfully about, are the focal point of this trendy color palette. An ideal choice for book covers, home décor projects, card making and more.19.5" x 27", 100gsm, Handmade, Neutral pH
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Kasmir 10/15/12 $11.20 Out of Stock
This regal paper called Kasmir, features a damask influenced design in a velvety flocked texture. Simply gorgeous for use as a wedding invitation, as a fine art matt, journal cover or home décor project.
21" x 29", 100gsm, Handmade, Cotton, Neutral pH
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Passion Flower 10/15/12 $10.60
This fashion-forward design features clusters of passion flowers in popping trend colors of citrus green, pink lavender and punchy purple against a rich chocolate brown background. Made from eco-friendly recycled cotton rag, this paper lends itself to a multitude of art, craft and home décor uses as well as gift wrap.
21" x 29", 100-110gsm, Handmade, Acid-Free
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Lolli 10/15/12 $10.60
This color infused screenprint features a stylized lollipop design in a trendy palette of cerulean blue, purplest purple and dark olive on an eco-friendly recycled cotton rag background. Considered a giftwrap weight, this paper lends itself to a multitude of art, craft and home décor uses.
21" x 29", 100-110gsm, Handmade, Acid-Free
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Water Drops Gold & Brown 10/15/12 $8.40 Out of Stock
Like a light spring rain, when drops first fall into the water, this paper brings you there. Cleverly screenprinted, this handmade mulberry paper appears almost brush stroked. A trendy design, this makes a very hip book cover. Or, try it as a home décor paper such as on a lampshade, in collage or for wall covering.
25" x 37", 37gsm, Handmade, Neutral pH
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Red Floating Hearts 10/15/12 $6.60 Out of Stock
Delightful, whimsical hearts seem to "float" above the surface, with embossed "reflections" that radiate from each heart. Hearts are approximately 1 1/8" wide by 1" tall. Paper has deckle edges on all sides. Great for all paper crafts, cardmaking and scrapbooking. Especially fun for use in theme creations such as Valentine's Day, baby births and wedding celebrations.
20" x 27", 60gsm, Handmade, Neutral pH
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Beehive 10/15/12 $9.00 Out of Stock
Textured circles of raised mulberry pulp create a beehive look to this remarkably thin sheer paper. Its translucent quality makes it wonderful for use on lampshades, glass lamps or luminarias. Also great for window shades, layering in craft projects, card making, fine art collage, book covering and more.
25" x 37", 40-50gsm, Handmade, Neutral pH
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Whimzy Green & Yellow 10/15/12 $10.40 Out of Stock
Funneling whirls of raised pulp add texture and dimension to this remarkably thin, mulberry paper. The sheerness of the base paper makes it wonderful for use on lampshades, glass lamps or luminarias. Also great for window shades, layering in craft projects, card making, fine art collage, book covering and more.
25" x 37" 50gsm, Handmade, Neutral pH
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Amate Weave Marble 10/15/12 $26.00
Handmade by the Otomi artisans of Mexico, this beautiful amate paper is still created using the same methods that their Mesoamerican ancestors used 3000 years ago. Boiled and pounded from the bark of amate "wild fig" tree, xalama, jonote and mulberry trees, this acid free paper is a wonderful choice for fine art uses including acrylic or gouache paintings, ink and pastel drawings, stamping, blockprinting, bookmaking/bookbinding, and paper crafts. Due to the use of natural bark and the handmade process, each sheet is unique and will vary in shade, color, weight and pattern. Size is approximate, due to the deckle edges and drying process.
15.5" x 23.5" Approx. 150gsm, Handmade, Acid-Free
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Amate Weave Robin Egg 10/15/12 $26.00 Out of Stock
Handmade by the Otomi artisans of Mexico, this beautiful amate paper is still created using the same methods that their Mesoamerican ancestors used 3000 years ago. Boiled and pounded from the bark of amate "wild fig" tree, xalama, jonote and mulberry trees, this acid free paper is a wonderful choice for fine art uses including acrylic or gouache paintings, ink and pastel drawings, stamping, blockprinting, bookmaking/bookbinding, and paper crafts. Due to the use of natural bark and the handmade process, each sheet is unique and will vary in shade, color, weight and pattern. Size is approximate, due to the deckle edges and drying process.
15.5" x 23.5" Approx. 150gsm, Handmade, Acid-Free
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Amate Weave Brown 10/15/12 $26.00
Handmade by the Otomi artisans of Mexico, this beautiful amate paper is still created using the same methods that their Mesoamerican ancestors used 3000 years ago. Boiled and pounded from the bark of amate "wild fig" tree, xalama, jonote and mulberry trees, this acid free paper is a wonderful choice for fine art uses including acrylic or gouache paintings, ink and pastel drawings, stamping, blockprinting, bookmaking/bookbinding, and paper crafts. Due to the use of natural bark and the handmade process, each sheet is unique and will vary in shade, color, weight and pattern. Size is approximate, due to the deckle edges and drying process.
15.5" x 23.5" Approx. 150gsm, Handmade, Acid-Free
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Amate Weave Lattice Blue Hues 10/15/12 $26.00 Out of Stock
Handmade by the Otomi artisans of Mexico, this beautiful amate paper is still created using the same methods that their Mesoamerican ancestors used 3000 years ago. Boiled and pounded from the bark of amate "wild fig" tree, xalama, jonote and mulberry trees, this acid free paper is a wonderful choice for fine art uses including acrylic or gouache paintings, ink and pastel drawings, stamping, blockprinting, bookmaking/bookbinding, and paper crafts. Due to the use of natural bark and the handmade process, each sheet is unique and will vary in shade, color, weight and pattern. Size is approximate, due to the deckle edges and drying process.
15.5" x 23.5" Approx. 150gsm, Handmade, Acid-Free
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Tufted Flowers 05/10/12 $11.50
The designs in this wonderful handmade paper have been hand “puckered” to create crinkled, flower-like shapes. In some areas, the flower design is less defined but remains consistent in texture, challenging the observer with a real play on the eyes. The reverse side of this paper has a debossed feel to it, adding to the interest of this unique lokta paper. Deckle edges add to the handmade look.
20" x 30" 100gsm, Handmade
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Amate Bark, Marble 05/09/12 $23.95
Handmade by the Otomi artisans of Mexico, this beautiful amate paper is still created using the same methods that their Mesoamerican ancestors used 3000 years ago. Boiled and pounded from the bark of amate "wild fig" tree, xalama, jonote and mulberry trees, this acid free paper is a wonderful choice for fine art uses including acrylic or gouache paintings, ink and pastel drawings, stamping, blockprinting, bookmaking/bookbinding, and paper crafts. Due to the use of natural bark and the handmade process, each sheet is unique and will vary in shade, color, weight and pattern. Size is approximate, due to the deckle edges and drying process.
15.5" x 23.5" Approx. 150gsm, Handmade, Acid Free
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Flecked Papyrus 05/09/12 $10.80 Out of Stock
This textured paper dating back to 2700 B.C. is formed by laying thin strips of papyrus plant stalk in horizontal and vertical (crosswise) layers. Each handmade sheet is unique and often features frayed edges adding to its handmade character. Its strength makes these papers ideal for painting, writing and drawing.
12" x 16" Handmade, Acid Free
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Natural Banana Plank 05/09/12 $41.00
Strips of large natural banana leaves are hand-pieced together, then backed with lightweight cheesecloth to create a distressed wood plank look. Varied speckled shades of naturals, browns, and blacks make each sheet unique. The strips run horizontally along the 22" width of the paper. This coverweight paper is beautiful for creative use in home décor crafts. Try it as an accent or inlay to transform old furniture or door panels. Also great for creating placemats, as a background in a shadow box or for use as frame matting.
22" x 30" Varied weight; medium to heavy, Handmade, Neutral pH
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Gossamer 05/09/12 $23.60
3 itemsAt only 25 gsm, this tree-free paper features a “gossamer veil” of delicate mulberry fibers, suspended like silken diaphanous webs between criss-crossed threads. Tattered edges add to its handmade beauty. Excellent for use in fine art collage or home decor projects. Or adhere it to a translucent substrate to let the light peak through the open weave pattern.
21"x 30" 25gsm, Handmade, Acid Free
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- Prepaid A4 Satchel (nationwide): $5 per order †
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