Transform Ordinary Copy Paper into Antique-Look DIY! The Stylish 'Waxed Paper' Made with Candles ♡

Do you know "Waxed paper"?? ♡

Suddenly, do you know about "waxing"? From the top left of the photo, in order, are copy paper, waxed paper made from copy paper, coffee-dyed copy paper, and waxed paper made from coffee-dyed paper.* Can you see that the waxed paper is slightly translucent? "Waxing" refers to the process of melting wax and soaking it into the paper.*

"Waxed paper" = "Wax paper" *

Wax paper, which is very useful for wrapping sweets and bread, is the same as waxed paper. ♩ Would you like to try making some slightly translucent waxed paper yourself? *

How to Make "Waxed Paper" ♡

The materials needed for waxing are candles, paper to be waxed, cooking sheets, and an iron. I recommend using "Kameyama" candles as they are easy to handle. ♩

① The items to prepare are a candle, cooking sheets, an unwanted cloth, a tea strainer, and an iron.

② Lay the unwanted cloth on the ironing board, then place a cooking sheet on top. Next, place the paper you want to wax on top of that. Shave the candle into small pieces and sprinkle them over the paper. If you don’t have a tea strainer, it is also okay to use a cutter!

③ Once you've dusted the wax all over, cover it with a cooking sheet and then place the cloth on top and press it with the iron. The heat from the iron will melt the candle, allowing the wax to absorb into the paper.

④ The areas where the wax has soaked in will change to a translucent dark brown. If you don't have enough wax, you can shave the candle again and repeat the ironing process as needed. This completes the waxing process! ♡

If you want to know more detailed steps for waxing, please check out the video! ♩

Now, let's use the handmade "waxed paper" for wedding items! Here are some ideas from experienced brides! ♩

Idea ① Thank You Tags Using "Waxed Paper"

The most popular idea for using waxed paper was "thank you tags". ♡ The vintage look adds a touch of style! ♡

Since you can't print after waxing, remember to print first! *

Idea ② Notes to Include in Invitations

Use waxed paper for the notes that go inside the invitations, such as messages for the reception, toast, and requests for the second party’s coordinator. ♡ Your guests will surely appreciate the extra effort over regular paper! ♩

Idea ③ Garland

Garlands are an essential item for welcome spaces and top tables. ♡ Some brides have made garlands out of waxed paper! ♩

Craft paper is the most popular choice for the paper to be waxed. ♡ It gives a vintage feel and looks so stylish! ♩ The compatibility of grommets and waxed paper makes for a perfect garland! *

A Little Extra Step to Achieve an Antique Look: Try "Waxing"! ♡

"Waxing" is an idea that elevates paper items to the next level of style. ♡ With a little extra effort, let’s create vintage-style paper items with waxing! ♩