Selecting Japanese washi papers to be used on lanterns and lamps

In this blog post I explain that there is more than meets the eye initially when selecting a Japanese washi paper for use on a lantern or lamp. I share some of my findings along with some things you need to consider when choosing a suitable paper.

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Selecting Japanese washi papers to be used on lanterns and lamps

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