Making stunning, one-of-a-kind sheets of paper enhanced with decorative touches is easy. These techniques are fun to accomplish and look beautiful. After you've learned them, move on to 10 great projects that feature handmade paper. .

Introduction to the History of Papermaking --Chapter 1. Getting Started -- Chapter 2. Papermaking Techniques -- Pulp Preparation -- Preparing Semi-processed Pulp -- Preparing Plant Fiber Pulp -- Making Grass Paper -- Pulp Pigmentation -- Using Papermaking Pigments -- Using Commercial Fabric Dyes -- Using Natural Dyes -- Sheet Formation -- Couching -- Pulling a Sheet -- Pressing -- Drying -- Chapter 3. Advanced Techniques -- Laminating -- Embossing -- Layering -- Crumple Paper -- Paper Marbling -- Using Pigments and Inclusions -- Papercasting in Molds -- Cast Paper Bowls -- Watermarks -- Pulp Painting -- Envelopes -- Fold and Dip Paper -- Chapter 4. Papermaking Projects -- Paper Sampler Book -- Stab-bound Books -- Hardcover Photo Album -- Photo Frame -- Window Greeting Card -- Embellished Bowl -- Paper Packages -- Sparkle Paper -- Party Crackers -- Gallery.