Discover the meditative beauty of suminagashi, the ancient Japanese art of marbling. Handmade products and classes in Sacramento.
Suminagashi, which translates to “floating ink,” originated in 12th‑century Japan when artisans discovered that ink dropped onto water would float and spread into delicate concentric rings. By carefully laying paper or fabric on the surface, these ethereal patterns could be captured and preserved. Over the centuries the marbling technique has been used on papers, cloth and book covers; each print is a unique monotype created by the interaction of ink, water and gentle breath or motion. At Pretty Paper we honor this tradition by hand‑marbling every piece we sell and by teaching others the joy of creating their own floating ink designs.
Handmade sheets infused with swirling ink patterns—perfect for stationery, bookbinding and art projects.
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Protect surfaces in style with our one‑of‑a‑kind coasters and other decorative pieces marbled by hand.
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Elevate your table with soft linen napkins featuring subtle marbling in calming hues.
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Wear art on your sleeve with our limited‑edition marbled shirts blending tradition and modern style.
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Join us in Sacramento to learn how to create your own marbled paper.
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