First, make a batch of hanji paste, like this... Measure 1 1/2 cups water in a small saucepan. Whisk in 1/4 cup flour. Bring to a boil, whisking frequently, until thickened. Set aside.
Take out the tile, the 2 pieces of paper and the cut design. Find the larger of the two papers. On a flat surface, brush hanji paste on one side of the paper. Place the paper, paste side down, on the BACK of the tile (flat side). Wrap edges around to the front side of the tile and smooth the paper. Use a chopstick to poke through the holes on the back of the plaque, keeping the "poked" paper inside the holes. Spread a thin layer of paste over the back of the plaque.
Follow the same process with the smaller paper on the front (angled) side if the tile. Poke front holes through with a chopstick.
Cover the front of the tile with a thin layer of paste. Center the cut design on the tile front. Carefully brush a thin paste layer over the design.
Thread a string or wire (a opened paper clip works well) through a hole and hang the plaque until it's dry. Thread the ribbon through both holes and tie it in the back.
Any questions? Ask thehanjicrew@yahoo.com.
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