Homemade Seed Paper
Create eco-friendly seed paper using recycled materials, perfect for gifts and gardening.
Ingredients
Materials Needed
- 1 secured Recycled paper (newspaper, printer paper, or old notebooks)
- 1 secured Seeds (wildflowers, herbs, or any small seeds)
- 1 unit Blender or food processor
- water sufficient Water
- 1 unit A flat surface (like a baking sheet) for drying
- 1 unit A fine mesh screen or cloth (optional)
- 1 unit Rolling pin (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Tear the recycled paper into small pieces, aiming for 1-inch squares.
- Place the torn paper in a bowl and cover it with water. Let it soak for at least 1-2 hours.
Blending
- Drain excess water from the paper and place it in a blender with some fresh water.
- Blend until it reaches a pulpy consistency—think creamy oatmeal texture.
Incorporating Seeds
- Mix in your chosen seeds, being careful not to crush them.
- Stir gently to disperse seeds throughout the pulp.
Shaping the Paper
- Spread the pulp onto a flat surface.
- Use a mesh screen or cloth to help shape the paper if desired, then flatten the pulp to about 1/4 inch thick using a rolling pin.
Drying
- Allow the seed paper to dry completely—this may take 24-48 hours.
- You can speed up this process by placing it in a warm, sunny spot.
Final Touches
- Once dried, cut the paper into your desired shapes, such as cards or gift tags.
- Your homemade seed paper is now ready to be gifted or planted!
Notes
Customize colors with food coloring in the pulp. Store seed paper in a cool, dry place and package with planting instructions for gifts. Supervise kids if using the blender.