How to Use Old Cellulose Insulation to Make Paper

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Take the insulation and put in blender.

   There should be enough to make the insulation soggy., If you desire your paper to be a different color than the color of the insulation, tempera paint can make it so., In the end, it should be a nice soupy mixture., Staple to it a screen (such as that of an old door), Add two teaspoons of liquid starch., Make the mixture even in it and let the water drain out., Press down gently.,,,
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   Step 2: Pour water into it.

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   Step 3: Add tempera paint.

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   Step 4: Blend.

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   Step 5: Take an old picture frame and remove the glass from it.

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   Step 6: Pour the blended mixture into a basin.

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   Step 7: Submerge the picture frame in the basin.

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   Step 8: Take the picture frame out of the basin and place a fabric square on the top.

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   Step 9: Use a sponge to get out the extra water.

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    Step 10: Flip the frame over so the fabric square is on the bottom and gently lift the frame up.

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    Step 11: Leave paper stuck to fabric square and then put on drying rack to dry.

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