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Plantable Paper Making Workshop with Lou Smith + Ruby Jackson

  • Germantown Laundromat Patio 3 Church Avenue Germantown, NY, 12526 United States (map)

Learn the art of plantable paper making with recycled materials and seasonal seeds! The process is experimental and fun with such rewarding results! While our paper dries in the sun we will sip yummy beverages and discuss the creation of plant based inks to use on your hand made paper products and possibilities for binding the paper creations into a beautiful book.

When: Saturday, July 8th 3:00 - 5:30pm
(Rain Date: Sunday, July 9th, 3:00-5:30pm)
Where: Germantown Laundromat Patio
Price: $65

This workshop will cover:

-The steps of preparing paper pulp
-Types of seed variations that can be added to the paper 
-How to paint with natural dyes on the paper
-Bookbinding possibilities

All materials are provided. You are welcome to bring in your own seeds or dried flowers to add to the paper pulp. Additional details and confirmation will be sent the week before the workshop.