Create History Together
Embark on a fascinating journey into the past with your child. With this Papyrus Making Set, we offer you not only a bridge to the past, but also a path to it. Making papyrus provides a hands-on, practical way to bring history to children while creating unforgettable moments. Quality and safety are our top priorities.
What is included in the set?
The set includes genuine papyrus strips in two sizes, allowing you to make a total of 3 sheets measuring 10.5 × 15 cm (postcard size).
- high-quality, smooth papyrus strips in two lengths
- practical, illustrated step-by-step instructions
Is the material suitable for children, and can they follow the process?
All materials are child-friendly, high quality, and come with simple, illustrated instructions. The set is ideal for children aged 9 and up.
Do I need additional materials?
- two bowls for soaking the papyrus strips
- a water bottle to mix water and wood glue
- a roll of paper towels
- a rolling pin
- a kitchen towel
- a simple plant press or materials for weighting
- wood glue
- cardboard sheets for smoothing
- cotton cloths for drying
How much time should I plan for?
With the enclosed step-by-step guide and a little patience, you will see great results after three to four days. The papyrus sheet made using the "glue technique" can be used immediately after completion for your first writing test.
What can I do with the finished sheet?
The self-made papyrus sheet can be written on with different pens. If you want to follow in ancient footsteps, we recommend tempera paints, historical ink, and traditional writing tools such as a calamus reed pen, goose quill, or a genuine Egyptian rush.
Can I contact you with questions or problems?
If you have any questions or uncertainties, do not hesitate to contact our service by email. At [email protected] we will be happy to answer your questions, suggestions, and requests.
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Papyrus Making - Free Instructions
You can download our newly revised instructions free of charge under the "PDF" tab.
FAQs - Product Questions!
From what age is the papyrus set suitable, and is it safe?
The papyrus craft set is child-friendly and ideal from age 9. High-quality, genuine papyrus strips and an easy-to-understand, illustrated step-by-step guide ensure safe papyrus making in the classroom and at home.
Is the set suitable for school lessons and class projects?
Yes, the set is perfect for history lessons, project weeks, and museum education units focused on "make your own papyrus". Plan the work in stages over 3–4 days; each set produces 3 papyrus sheets in postcard size; for classes, we recommend multiple sets.
What is included and how many sheets can I make?
Included are genuine, smooth papyrus strips in two lengths, plus a practical, illustrated step-by-step guide. From these you can make a total of 3 sheets measuring 10.5 × 15 cm (postcard size).
What additional materials are required?
You will need two bowls for soaking, a water bottle for mixing with wood glue, paper towels, a rolling pin, and a kitchen towel. Also helpful: a simple plant press or weights, cardboard sheets for smoothing, cotton cloths for drying, and wood glue.
How long does papyrus making take, and what can I do with it afterwards?
With patience and the instructions, you will see very good results after 3–4 days; sheets made using the glue technique are writable immediately after production. For authentic writing, we recommend tempera paints, historical inks, as well as a calamus reed pen, goose quill, or Egyptian rush.
