3 Years Ago Instant

: Submerge your paper in a tray of strong coffee or tea for about 5–10 minutes.

: Use an immersion blender or standard blender to create a "smoothie" consistency. For extra strength, some crafters add a bit of exterior paint or sodium silicate (water glass) to the mix. 3 years ago

: Shred scrap paper (junk mail, cardstock, or egg cartons work well) and soak it in hot water until it’s mushy. : Submerge your paper in a tray of

: Flip the wet sheet onto a towel and press it with a sponge or rolling pin to remove excess moisture. Drying it under weight helps keep it flat and solid. 2. How to Age Paper (The "3 Years Ago" Look) : Shred scrap paper (junk mail, cardstock, or

: Crumple the paper into a ball and then flatten it out to create realistic "age" wrinkles. You can also lightly singe the edges with a lighter (carefully!) for a charred look. How to Make Paper Look Old (4 Techniques)

: Use a mold and deckle (a screen frame) to pull the pulp from a water bin. Lift it straight up and let the water drain.