Construction paper

Construction paper

Construction paper (sugar paper) is a tough, coarse, colored paper. The texture is slightly rough, and the surface is unfinished. Due to the source material, small particles are visible on the paper’s surface. It is used for projects or crafts.

Construction paper colors

The origin of the term sugar paper lies in its use for making bags to contain sugar. It is related to the "blue paper" used by confectionery bakers from the 17th century England onwards; for example, in the baking of Regency ratafia cakes (or macaroons).[1]

The animated cartoons Blue's Clues and South Park (initially) were made using construction paper and stop motion. [2]

Main article: Papermaking

See also

References

  1. ^ "Dictionary of Traded Goods and Commodities, 1550-1820". British History online. 2007. http://www.british-history.ac.ukreport.aspx?compid=58889#s6. Retrieved 2007-11-24. 
  2. ^ Driver, Dustin (1999-03-26). "Pro - Profiles - South Park Studios". Apple. http://www.apple.com/pro/profiles/southpark/. Retrieved 2011-11-18. 

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