PaperlyUK

London, England

3.4k
Sales
We calculate this number using a recency-weighted average of all ratings, with a rating's value decreasing by half each year to best reflect the current experience. 5.0 (639)
2 years
on Etsy
We calculate this number using a recency-weighted average of all ratings, with a rating's value decreasing by half each year to best reflect the current experience. 5.0 (639)
3.4k
sales
2 years
on Etsy
3.4k
Sales
We calculate this number using a recency-weighted average of all ratings, with a rating's value decreasing by half each year to best reflect the current experience. 5.0 (639)
2 years
on Etsy
We calculate this number using a recency-weighted average of all ratings, with a rating's value decreasing by half each year to best reflect the current experience. 5.0 (639)
3.4k
sales
2 years
on Etsy

PaperlyUK is taking a short break

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Note from shop owner Paperly is currently taking a little creative pause and is temporarily closed for orders. 🌸

I will be back in mid June with lots of your old favourites, along with new and exciting papers ready to spark creativity and inspire your next projects.

Thank you so much for supporting this small independent paper studio. I truly appreciate every order and look forward to welcoming you back very soon. 🌿

Note from shop owner

Last updated on 07 May, 2026

Paperly is currently taking a little creative pause and is temporarily closed for orders. 🌸

I will be back in mid June with lots of your old favourites, along with new and exciting papers ready to spark creativity and inspire your next projects.

Thank you so much for supporting this small independent paper studio. I truly appreciate every order and look forward to welcoming you back very soon. 🌿

Jo Phillips - PaperlyUK

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Jo Phillips - PaperlyUK

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5.0 (639)
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About PaperlyUK

Handmade & Specialty Paper - Craft Time to Create!

Sales 3,378
On Etsy since 2024

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Handmade & Specialty Paper - Craft Time to Create!

From Tottenham Court Road to PaperlyUK: A Journey of Handmade Paper

Shop members

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    Jo Phillips

    Owner

    Founder of PaperlyUK, a proud neurodivergent Surface Pattern Designer. Being Autistic, Dyslexic, ADHD, & disabled brings challenges, but fuels my creativity! UK-based, married to Danny, have a cat, Monty & 4 grown-up step kids & 3 1/2 grandkids.

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    Danny Phillips

    Dispatcher

    Danny, married to Jo, helps with the day to day running of Paperly and is in charge of dispatch. Danny also runs his own business with all kinds of First Aid, Aquatic and Health and Safety courses called FAB Training Ltd. www.fabtraining.org.uk

Production partners

  • A hand marbled paper business

    England, United Kingdom

    Hand marbled paper producer and digital prints of marbled paper.

  • Handmade paper business

    United Kingdom

    Sourced handmade papers from India, Nepal and Bhutan.

  • Handmade and speciality paper business

    Thailand

    Beautiful handmade and hand marbled paper business also a producer of speciality papers.

Shop policies

Last updated on 15 Oct, 2025

Delivery

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Customs and import taxes

For US deliveries, Etsy policy requires that import duties and fees are included in the checkout price. Non-US buyers may need to pay these fees upon delivery. You can message me to confirm how these fees will be paid for your order. I'm not responsible for any customs-related delays.

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Returns & exchanges

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Cancellations

Cancellations: accepted

Request a cancellation: within 1 hour of purchase

Privacy policy

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More information

Last updated on 17 Dec, 2025

Frequently asked questions

What if my order hasn’t arrived or arrives damaged?

🚚 Your order is very important to me and I want it to reach you in perfect condition. If anything arrives damaged, please get in touch with photos as soon as possible and I will guide you through the steps needed to arrange a replacement or refund.

If your order hasn’t arrived, please check your delivery address on your order confirmation, allow a little extra time during busy periods, and look out for a delivery card or neighbour who may have accepted it. If it still hasn’t arrived, just message me and I’ll help you track it down and find the best solution together.

Can I use the papers for decoupage on glass, bowls, or plates?

🌿 Yes. Papers like Mulberry Washi Unryu or the Hand Marbled Milano paper work beautifully for decoupage and crafts. They are sometimes referred to under different names, such as rice paper, straw paper, or silk paper, but they are interchangeable for many craft techniques. You can use them white, or colour them yourself.

Can the mulberry bark paper be shaped, sculpted, or used like papier-mâché?

🌿 Mulberry bark fibre sheets are strong, natural, and fibrous. They are not softened into pulp like traditional papier-mâché, but they can be shaped in different ways. Some artists use them dry as a textured surface, while others steam, soak, or dampen them lightly to make them more flexible before moulding. The sheets can also be layered or combined with adhesives such as PVA or Mod Podge to add strength or hold a shape.
Because each piece of bark is completely unique, experimentation is often the best way to discover how it behaves for your project.

Can your papers be used to make urns, pillow boxes, or containers for ashes?

🌿 This is a very meaningful use. Some of my handmade mulberry papers, particularly Washi Unryu, are biodegradable and eco-friendly, making them suitable for memorial projects. However, they are very thin and delicate, so they may need to be layered or combined with other materials for strength. While I cannot guarantee durability for this purpose, I am always willing to offer advice or suggest alternatives. Please feel free to reach out if you would like guidance.

How is the paper packaged?

꩜ We take a lot of care when packing your order so that your paper arrives safely and ready to use. Large sheets are usually rolled into strong postal tubes and boxes to keep the surface and edges protected on their journey. Smaller items, such as A4 packs, are sent flat in sturdy envelopes or postable boxes.

If I use the papers to make an urn for ashes, is it safe for the environment?

🌿 Yes. Our Mulberry papers are biodegradable, non-toxic - including the marbling inks, and sustainably produced, which means they will naturally return to the earth over time without causing harm. They are a respectful and eco-friendly choice for memorial projects such as urns, scatter tubes, or keepsake containers.
They do not dissolve instantly but will naturally break down over time. Mulberry papers are biodegradable, non-toxic, and eco-friendly. In my own experiments, Washi Unryu is the paper that breaks down the fastest in water. In soil, they may take a little longer, but they will eventually return to nature.

Why don’t you currently ship outside the UK?

At the moment, Paperly is shipping within the United Kingdom only.
This decision was made after a great deal of thought and care.

Recent changes to U.S. import tariffs and courier handling fees have made international shipping extremely costly and unpredictable for small creative businesses. Parcels were often delayed, overcharged, or returned without clear communication, all of which felt unfair for my lovely customers and unsustainable for me as a small maker.

Rather than compromise on quality or reliability, I’ve chosen to focus on UK deliveries and my digital Paperly collections, which can be downloaded instantly anywhere in the world.

If you’re outside the UK, you can still explore my designs via:
✨ PaperlyDigitals shop on Etsy.

Do you ship to the EU or Northern Ireland?

🚚 We are based in the UK and currently ship within the UK (excluding Northern Ireland).
Unfortunately, we are not able to ship to the EU or Northern Ireland at this time. You can follow this link to find out more about the reasons behind these restrictions. Shipping costs and options are shown at checkout.
We understand this may be disappointing, and we truly value our EU and Northern Ireland customers. As Paperly grows, we will continue to review shipping options and hope to reintroduce these regions in the future.

Please would you explain the delivery upgrade

🚚 **UK Delivery Upgrade – DPD 'Next Day':
Orders placed before 12noon are usually processed the same day and dropped at the DPD ParcelShop. DPD collect at 12 noon the following day, so 'Next Day' delivery is calculated from their collection time, not from the time you place your order.