Behind the design: our Lula printed paper storage boxes
Watch the step-by-step process
See how the paper is created from fabric offcuts before being printed with our designs and transformed into the storage boxes.
STEP 1
Cotton fabric remnants are collected and run through a rag chopping machine, creating tiny bits. The bits are mixed with water and passed through blades to form a paste.
STEP 2
The paste is transferred to tanks, mixed with more water, then lifted from below by a flat iron mesh and stacked between sheets of fabric. Next, a hydraulic press flattens the sheet to squeeze out excess water.
STEP 3
After drying, sheets are passed through a pressing machine using rollers and iron plates to create an even surface. Each sheet is checked for blemishes.
STEP 4
‘Once the final product has the thumbs up, it is sent for printing in an array of exotic Oliver Bonas designs and then the paper is added to the boxes,’ says Senior Designer Rachel. ‘A tactile ribbon and tassel are then attached to each box for a little finishing touch.’