Mottled
paper forms the most sophisticated variety of handmade paper. Mottled is
a variegated effect produced on the surface of a material, such as
paper; by the addition of heavily dyed fibers, called mottling fibers,
to the papermaking stock.
Mottled paper is made by adding some material during the making of the
paper to give it a different look. These materials may be Jute, grass,
Tea leaves, Silk threads, shining particles, gold or silver flakes,
yarn, wool, newspaper shreds, leaves etc. mottled papers reflect a blend
of rich combinations and everlasting impact.
Handmade mottled papers are light weight, semi-transparent and friendly
to most laser and inkjet printers. They also has great aesthetic values.
A wide range and the type of combinations used to mottle handmade paper
makes them ideal for a plethora of uses.
They are great for crafting projects and making beautiful wedding
invitations. The beauty of mottled papers can be enhanced by the
addition of dried petals and grasses. These papers make a very good base
for making Gift wrapping Papers, Gift bags, Boxes, Diaries, Lamps etc.
Mottled papers are used for endpapers, pattern papers, cover papers, and
other kinds of decorative papers.
