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Antiqued Paper - Using Coffee!

Antiqued Paper - Using Coffee!
Have you ever wanted antique paper, but can't seem to find any? This instructable can help. You can easily get the look of antique paper, without wasting the money, or TIME it takes to get the real product. Use it in scrapbooks, pictures, even Pocket-Scrolls!
 
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Step 1Prep Your Workspace

Prep Your Workspace
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The first step to making antiqued paper is getting your materials and workspace ready. Your going to need....
- K Cup or Coffee Crystals
- Paper, any kind works. Preferably white.
- Teakettle and Stove top, or Keurig Coffee Maker
- Coffee Cup
- Shallow Pan
- Spoon
- Oven
- Cooling Rack
- Oven Mitt
- Pepper Flakes (or grinder)
- Sink
- Heavy Stuff
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Feb 14, 2012. 1:26 PMPenolopy Bulnick says:
Awesome, I love that look! What do the pepper flakes do?

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