Plain Printable A4 Rice Paper Pack (50 sheets)
Size: A4 (8.3 x 11.7 inches), 50 sheets/pack
Weight: 30 to 35 gsm
Texture: Our acid-free A4 mulberry rice paper is ideal for crafting projects, offering a unique texture with one smooth side and one textured side. For best results, print on the smooth side to achieve clear, vibrant designs without ink feathering.
Fibers: Unryu paper, also known as "cloud dragon paper," is a traditional Japanese mulberry rice paper featuring distinctive long, swirling fibers embedded within each sheet. These natural fibers, typically derived from the inner bark of the mulberry tree (kozo), create an organic, translucent finish ideal for decoupage, mixed media, and other DIY projects. The visually striking, silky strands add a refined texture and unique charm to any creation. Lightweight and acid-free, this durable paper resists yellowing and brittleness over time, ensuring lasting beauty in all your projects.
History: Mulberry paper ("Broussonetia Papyrifera"), often called "Kozo Paper", "Washi", "Hanji", or "Rice Paper," is derived from the Paper Mulberry tree's bark. Originating in ancient China for calligraphy and art, its use expanded to Japan and Korea, solidifying its cultural importance in East Asia. The paper's hallmark is its traditional, labor-intensive creation: the manually harvested bark is boiled, cleaned, and transformed into pulp. This pulp either air-dries for handmade paper or is machined. The outcome is a distinctive textured paper, celebrated for its quality and historical significance.
Compatible Printers: These printable rice papers are specifically made for both digital (inkjet and laser) and traditional printing methods. Print out your own unique designs to create personalized decoupage papers.
Printing Tips: This thin, 30-35 gsm paper may require special handling for smooth feeding through an inkjet or laser printer. A popular technique involves lightly attaching the rice paper to a plain sheet of paper using repositionable adhesive spray. Ensure both sheets are precisely aligned at the leading edge to prevent jams and maintain print quality. This method stabilizes the delicate rice paper, helping achieve clean, vibrant prints. Consider applying a sealer over the printed design to prevent ink bleed and enhance durability.
This versatile rice paper is perfect for a variety of decoupage, scrapbooking, cardmaking and mixed media projects and can even be used as decorative pieces on its own.
