Tray Making

At camp today, lots of parents asked about the chance to try a traditional hanji project. We put our remaining tray project kits in the market here at Korean Heritage Camps, and here are a few tips for making the trays:

Make a batch of traditional hanji paste by whisking 1/4 cup flour into 1 1/2 cups water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently, until thickened. Brush a thin layer all over the inside bottom of the tray; carefully place the SMALLER piece of hanji paper in the tray, pressing the paper into the corners. Cover that piece with another thin layer of paste. Place the cut design on the tray, and lightly brush over the entire surface. Flip over the tray and cover the bottom with paste. Add the larger piece of paper to the bottom. Cover the bottom surface with paste. Let it dry thoroughly.