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| 1. A large vat is filled with water and paper pulp. The mold and deckle is used to scoop up the pulp to form a sheet. | 2. When the water has run off, the deckle is lifted carefully from the mold. |
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| 3. The sheet is couched onto felt, sponging to remove excess water. | 4. The mold is lifted to reveal a sheet of paper, ready to be pressed and dried. |
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