Handmade paper is a beautiful multipurpose paper, usually made of tree-free fibers such as cotton, abaca or hemp. The quality of handmade paper is determined by the base pulp and the raw materials used. It is an way of turning waste scraps of cotton fabrics, blue jeans and other waste materials into exquisite sheets of paper.



Handmade paper has gained popularity because of its eco-friendliness and exquisite texture, look and feel. It has found a multitude of uses, apart from writing and is popularly used for making decoratives and other utility accessories and crafts. A little addition in the manufacturing style and patterns, makes it a perfect choice for beautiful craft works. A few of the various types of Handmade Paper are : embroidery paper, lace paper, petal paper, hemp lace and ribbon paper.

Since handmade paper is thicker than the normal paper, stationary items made out of handmade paper can be used to keep lightweight stationary items and similar purposes. Paper diaries, file folders, envelopes, notebooks, letter pad covers, art portfolios, wrapping sheets, invitation cards and much more. Stationary made out of handmade paper is very stylish and chic. It leaves a mark and adds a distinct style to the user's personality. Five stationary items, made out of hand made paper that you can look out for, are:

Diaries

Made out of bright colors and beautiful patterns of handmade paper, these handmade paper diaries are completely natural. They can be used as business diaries or personal ones. They look much more elegant and attractive than mill-made paper diaries.

Picture Frame

Beautiful, bright and decorative. Picture frames can be made out of different kinds of decorative handmade paper like, floral or printed handmade with golden prints or tie and dye prints. Put them on work tables to add color and life to your workspace.

Calligraphy Paper

Calligraphy paper is a bright handmade sheet, white in color and highly luminous.It is basically used as a pedestal for the making of professional and technical presentation drawings and calligraphy. It is also perfect for making greeting cards and gift boxes.

Magazine Stand

You can make beautiful magazine stands at home also with handcrafted paper. Use pleasing and bright colors and clear out the clutter by arranging your newspapers and magazines in a decorative handmade paper Magazine stand.

Stationary Box

Design your own stationary holder that will allow you easy organization of small, everyday stationary items, that we tend to lose, in our table clutter. Design separate drawers to hold clips, pins, staples, pens etc. When not in use it tie it up into a neat looking box.