A Simple Tip for Rolling Paper Pulp

Sometimes the simplest tricks make the biggest difference.

When working with larger pieces of paper pulp, I often use guides to control the thickness and keep everything even. The problem is that a standard rolling pin is usually too short to rest on them properly, which makes the process harder to control.

In those situations, I reach for longer tools. Cardboard tubes, like the ones used for posters, work really well. You can also use long plastic pipes or anything with a round shape that’s long enough.

It’s a small adjustment, but it makes the process much smoother and gives you much better control over the final result.

You can watch a short video of the process below.