Thai Marbled Momi - Calypso 854 40 patterns

40 patterns

Japanese "Momi" or crinkled papers have a uniquely textured surface and much more cloth-like "drape" than most other papers

To create the marbled design

The pattern of this delicate

and absorbent paper that is excellent for conservation

Thai Marbled Momi - Calypso 854 40 patternsThis freeform hand marbled momi paper features soft shades of aqua blue, turquoise and lavender pinks, accented with metallic swirls of silver and greys. The base paper, which is initially machine made from kozo and bamboo pulp, is then hand marbled and crumpled to feel as soft as fabric. The pattern is accomplished by skillfully adding oil based paints to float atop a tray of water, then moving the paint around to create a swirling pattern. The blank