Using the homemade paper will make your craft projects will be more extra special, but what if the one of a kind paper will be not thick enough? As an alternative to make the thicker paper from your scratch, you are able to laminate together the two or even more pieces. You may also laminate the different homemade papers together in creating the single sheet with the two distinctive sides. This process will require a few tools and will be easy in customizing to suit the needs. Here is more information for you.
For the first step, you can cut the paper to the right size. After that, determine the size or even shape that you want of the laminated paper, and then cut all of the sheets to the similar size. You can use the utility knife and also ruler in making the precision cuts.
For the second step, you can dampen the paper. The homemade paper will tend to expand in any direction, and it will be not difficult for you in controlling when you are applying the adhesive. After that, spray the paper by using the light mist of the water that will help it loosen up. When the paper is dampened, ensure that you work quickly in order to make sure that it does not dry out.
For the next step, you need to load the brush with the glue and also stipple it over the surface of the paper. Stippling can give more control over the total of adhesive that you apply to your paper, and it can create a textured surface for another piece of your paper to the grip.
After that, align the second piece of your paper on the top of the glued-out sheet. You need also to check the alignment with the mini triangle. Then, place the flat side of a triangle flush against the edges of the papers and also adjust as the needed.
Then, you can work over your adhered paper with a bone folder. Just begin from the center and also push toward your edges. You need to wipe away all the beads of the adhesive with an edge of your finger.
For the last step, it is important for you to wrap your laminated sheet with the waxed paper and then place between the boards. Top with the weight and then dry overnight. If you do not have the boards, you can use the couple of your heavy books.
