MOUNTING THE LEATHER ON PAPER
Some paste is made of very light and smooth flour, diluted with half the quantity of water and beaten to a cream. The water is added in small quantities while the mixture is being stirred. Canson paper, or some other strong
drawing paper, is pasted over the whole surface of the leather, so that it adheres lightly, and can be removed afterwards without difficulty; it is then placed under boards and allowed to dry thoroughly.