Butter Paper / Tracing Paper: Features and Uses

✅ Features of Butter Paper / Tracing Paper:

Translucent Surface

Semi-transparent, allowing light to pass through — perfect for copying or tracing.

Smooth and Thin

Very smooth texture and thin in weight (usually 60–90 GSM), making it easy to overlay on images.

Grease-Resistant (Butter Paper)

Some butter papers are food-grade and resistant to oil, commonly used in cooking and baking.

Non-Sticky Surface

Doesn’t absorb ink or pencil easily — great for temporary outlines and designs.

Available in Sheets or Rolls

Convenient for small or large-scale work.

Eco-Friendly Options

Available in biodegradable and recyclable forms.

🎯 Uses of Butter Paper / Tracing Paper:

📐 Academic & Artistic Uses:

Tracing Drawings

Widely used by artists, architects, and students to trace or duplicate designs.

Technical Drawings

Ideal for engineering and architectural sketches and blueprints.

Fashion Designing

Used for pattern-making and outlining dress designs.

Calligraphy Practice

Helps learners trace alphabets and improve hand lettering.

🍽️ Culinary Uses (Butter Paper specifically):

Baking and Cooking

Used as a lining in baking trays and cake molds to prevent sticking.

Food Wrapping

Ideal for wrapping oily or greasy foods like sandwiches or pastries.