Home-made paper embellishments

Candy and soap molds can be used to make embellishments with that homemade paper look.  These embellishments can be used as an added touch for baby announcements, children's artwork, or elegant gift books depending on the shape and size.

Simply mix water and cardstock in an old blender. Then, squeeze the excess water out of the paper and press the mixture into any candy or soap mold. To make a thicker item, just add more pulp to each mold. Allow the mixture to dry overnight before use - or, depending on the kind of mold you are using, microwave it in 30 second batches until it is dry.

You can buy some delightful terracotta molds at specialist craft shops which are designed to be used with paper pulp in this way, which can also be dried in a very low oven.

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