About Paperry
Handmade Paper. Natural Materials. Slow Craft.
At Paperry, we create handmade paper goods, papermaking supplies, bookbinding tools, botanical paper, paper lighting, and creative tools inspired by nature, texture, and thoughtful craftsmanship.
Founded in 2021 by Portia, Paperry began with a simple but lasting appreciation for paper — not simply as a material, but as something that carries texture, light, memory, and human touch.
Before starting Paperry, Portia's relationship with paper began in a very different world. With a background in Pulp and Paper Engineering, she spent years studying fibers, paper manufacturing, and the science behind one of the world's oldest materials. Over time, that technical foundation gradually evolved into something more personal: a desire to slow down, return to traditional craftsmanship, and rediscover paper as an artistic medium rather than an industrial product.
That journey became Paperry.
What began as a small papermaking supplies shop has grown into a creative studio serving makers, artists, educators, bookbinders, and paper lovers around the world. Today, our collections include mould and deckle sets, handmade paper, botanical stationery, bookbinding tools, paper lamps, journals, gift packaging, and carefully selected materials for handmade papermaking.
Every collection begins with the same philosophy: beautiful materials encourage beautiful work.
Our work is inspired by traditional papermaking techniques, botanical forms, Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics, and the quiet beauty of natural materials. We believe making something by hand invites us to slow down, observe more carefully, and reconnect with the materials we use every day.
Whether you're pulling your very first sheet of handmade paper, binding a journal, creating botanical stationery, or simply enjoying the warm glow of a handcrafted paper lamp, we hope our products become part of your creative journey for years to come.
The Name
The name PaperryOn has a simple story.
It combines Paperry with "ON" — the abbreviation for Ontario, Canada, where our studio was founded. It's a quiet reminder of where everything began and reflects the intention behind the brand: thoughtful design, honest craftsmanship, and a deep appreciation for handmade work.
While you'll know us simply as Paperry — the name you'll find on our products, packaging, and creative work — PaperryOn represents our home on the web and the story behind our roots.
As our collections continue to grow, our vision remains unchanged:
To create timeless paper goods, creative tools, and handmade objects that inspire people to slow down, create with intention, and experience the quiet joy of working with paper.
Designed in Ontario, Canada.
Handmade with care.
— Portia & The Paperry Team