Making homemade paper by recycling used paper products on the homestead If you're like me, you probably get a ton of junk mail. Don't throw it away! Instead, save it to upcycle into new pieces of craft paper, DIY toilet paper, wall art, and homemade wall tiles. Things you'll need to make paper pulp: Used paper (If you're making the recipe for DIY toilet paper, don't use any type of glossy paper, and DO NOT reuse bathroom toilet paper that's already been used. Sorry, but I had to add that in as a disclaimer.) Leafs, flower petals, grass clippings Water 2 old clean towels Instructions for making DIY paper sheets from pulp: First, gather up as much used paper and as many leaves as you want. Shred the paper with a paper shredder or rip it into smaller pieces. Soak the paper into a large metal pan of hot water for about one hour. Now, place the pan on the stovetop, add leaves, flower petals, and grass clippings. Then simmer for an hour. Then remove the pan from the...
Olden Oasis holds a special place in my heart, as it was built by my grandparents' own hands many years ago. Back then, life moved at a slower pace, allowing them to create a cozy and functional home with a welcoming ambiance. They didn't have power tools, so they built the house one room at a time, focusing on simplicity and practicality. As I carry on their homesteading tradition, join me as I share this part of my heritage with you on my blog, Olden Oasis.