one-day course

papermaking


venue: Old Sleningford Farm, North Yorkshire

During this one-day course, you will learn how to turn used office paper into beautiful handmade paper. Different weights, textures, colours and patterns can be achieved and you will have the chance to experiment with a variety of techniques. No previous experience is necessary.

Content will include:

  • types of paper that can be used to make recycled paper
  • how to prepare the ingredients
  • how to create paper of different thicknesses and sizes
  • how to add colour and embellishments
  • how to emboss and create a relief effect

After a short discussion on the techniques, you will get straight on with making your first piece of paper. As the day progresses, we will discuss and practice the different techniques and you can choose what colours, embellishments etc. to have a go at. The sheets of paper do need to dry at least overnight, so you will take home the sheets on their drying cloths to finish the process at home.

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how to book:
 

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arrive:
 
around 9.30 for a 10am prompt start
depart:
 
after the course finishes at 4pm
directions:
 
click here for a map and directions to Old Sleningford Farm
what to bring:
 
pen and notebook; hand cream / barrier cream if you are sensitive to water (hands will be in water for a large part of the day); clothing you do not mind getting wet (aprons are provided). If you have any used coloured paper or embellishments you would particularly like to incorporate into your paper, please bring these along.
let us know:
 
if you are veggie, vegan, or have any special needs or dietary requirements
price:
 
£65, includes all materials and equipment
Refundable up to two weeks prior to course (minus £30 admin fee)
No refunds for cancellations within two weeks of course
lunch:
 
provided
discounts:
 
car sharing:
 
visit our car sharing forum to offer or request a lift
 

 

 

 


a range of different styles and colours of hand-made papers that you will learn how to make on the course


 

 

 



couched (pressed) papers attached to their drying cloths, drying on a line

 

 

 

 


hand-made books make lovely gifts; here are a few types of hand-made books made from recycled paper