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Making antique stationery is a creative and traditional project. Here are some suggestions to help you make antique stationery.
1. Choose the material.
First of all, choose the right materials to make antique stationery. Common materials include paper, ink, brushes, inkstones, seals, etc. These materials were commonly used by ancient literati and have a strong antique atmosphere.
Second, the design of stationery.
Before you start making, design the style and function of the antique stationery you want to make. For example, you can design an antique notebook with traditional brushes and ink, or an antique bookmark with poems or patterns engraved on it.
3. Make stationery.
Brushes: Choose a good quality brush barrel and brush tip, glue them together, and then trim the brush tip with scissors to make it fit your requirements.
Ink: Choose a traditional ink block and grind it into ink, or choose an off-the-shelf ink.
Inkstone: Choose a suitable inkstone and pour ink into the inkstone so that it can be easily dipped when using a brush.
Notebook: Choose a good quality piece of paper, fold it into the shape of a notebook, and secure it with a thread or stapler. In the cover design, traditional patterns or calligraphy works can be used.
Bookmark: Choose a piece of textured paper, cut it into the shape of a bookmark, and engrave it with your favorite poem or pattern. Finally, add a string so that you can insert it into the book.
4. Decorative stationery.
To make your antique stationery more distinctive, you can use some traditional decorating methods. For example, add some traditional patterns or patterns to your stationery, or use calligraphy pieces to decorate your stationery. In addition, you can also use some natural materials, such as shells, jade, etc., to add texture and aesthetics to your stationery.
5. Use stationery.
When you're done, it's time to start using your antique stationery. Use a brush to write poems or record important matters in a notebook;Insert bookmarks into your book to mark your reading progress;Practice calligraphy with inkstone and ink, etc. These antique stationery items are not only beautiful and functional, but also help you experience the life and culture of ancient literati.
In short, making antique stationery is a fun and creative project. By choosing the right materials, designing stationery styles, making stationery, decorating stationery, and using stationery, you can make stationery with a strong antique atmosphere and experience the life and culture of ancient literati.