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How to Make Seed Paper From Recycled Materials

Turn your junk mail into beautiful, handmade — plantable — seed paper.

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Plant When Done

Roll up your seed paper and cinch it with a bow. Makes a great gift.

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Supplies

You will need a blender, a screen, a plastic bin (large enough to hold the screen in a few inches of water), a cookie sheet or tray, a towel and seeds.

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Custom Screen Size

We used a small window screen purchased at a home improvement store. It was long, and I wanted to cut it down to 8-1/2 by 11 inches. To create your own paper-sized screen, begin by taking the screen apart, then measure and mark the two longer sides at 11 inches.

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Cut the Sides

Using a hacksaw, carefully cut the metal sides of the frame.

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