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Iris & Daylily Leaf Paper

Garden cleanup in autumn yields perfect short-fiber pulp.

Texture
Smooth, pale green-cream
Yield
≈ 4 sheets per garden trim

Garden leaf trim is cooked, blended, and pulled into soft pale sheets.

  • ▸Turns autumn cleanup into a free papermaking session.
  • ▸Short fibers — blend with recycled pulp for strength.
  • ▸Iris, daylily, and hosta all work the same way.

Steps

  1. 01

    Chop leaves into small pieces.

  2. 02

    Cook 2 hours in washing-soda water until limp.

  3. 03

    Rinse; blend with water to a fine pulp.

  4. 04

    Pull sheets, couch, press, dry flat.

Materials
3
  • — Dry iris, daylily, or hosta leaves from autumn cleanup
  • — Washing soda
  • — Blender + mould & deckle

Safety

Low Risk

Mostly hand tools and inert materials. Standard studio hygiene applies.

Quick checklist
  • ☐Work in a ventilated area; keep food and drink out of the studio
  • ☐Read each material's safety data sheet (SDS) before starting
  • ☐Have water, soap, and a first-aid kit accessible

Heuristic guidance derived from listed materials. Always consult each material's safety data sheet (SDS) and a qualified instructor before attempting.

Notes

Soft fibers — add 25% recycled paper pulp for extra strength if sheets feel fragile.