- ISBN13: 9781580172004
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- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
This valuable reference covers everything, from the basics to more advanced techniques like shaped sheets, embossing, laminating, and watermarking. Included are extensive step-by-step instructions on processing pulp, building papermaking equipment, and making paper-based projects like cards, lamp shades, and sculpture…. More >>
The Papermaker’s Companion: The Ultimate Guide to Making And Using Handmade Paper
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#1 by E. Jameson on February 3, 2010 - 7:20 am
This book approaches paper making in a way that is so simple anyone can manage it. It explains the process in a readable way and inserts interesting bits of history and background on the way.
Rating: 5 / 5
#2 by leela on February 3, 2010 - 10:11 am
book is well written and covers all the basics pretty well. onecan get stqrted making paper by following guidelines in this book. addresses most needs and covers method well.
Rating: 5 / 5
#3 by A Reader on February 3, 2010 - 11:02 am
This is a great book on paper making, with a few caveats. Sometimes the descriptions are so complicated they are very hard to follow (how to make frames), and there are a lot of directions where it seems to be assumed that we know a lot of information (i.e. it says to use wheat paste to make papyrus, but doesn’t tell you where to get wheat paste. I had to get a recipe off the internet). Overall, this is a great book, though.
Rating: 4 / 5
#4 by C. Delaney on February 3, 2010 - 1:16 pm
This is a comprehensive little book for those who want to learn about making paper! The title says it all. It is pretty clear; both in its instructions as well as detailing the material needed. It can guide you through something simple that will leave you with a piece of paper so you can say “I did it” and its not for me. Or, help you set up a full studio so you can really get into making paper for art, for gift giving, for writing, for what ever purpose. If the latter becomes your passion, then you will probably have to move on to something more detailed for expanding your craft. This is a nice, basic beginner book, although not a “papermaking for dummies” level. Read it through, figure out where you want to start, and give it a try!
Rating: 4 / 5
#5 by Pamela Talene Hale on February 3, 2010 - 2:11 pm
I checked the Papermaker’s Companion out of the library just for some basic information about paper making. I found myself referring to it so often that I renewed the loan. And again. Finally, I broke down and bought my own copy. The recipes and instructions are clear and fairly comprehensive. The book contains at least a basic explanation of everything from using recycled paper to making your own pulp from plants and leaves. The projects are interesting and clearly explained. This is a good reference book for experienced paper makers and a good beginner’s guide for those just starting out. Although it does contain a few projects for kids, this book is more appropriate for older teens and adults.
Rating: 5 / 5