Beeswax

 

This could be the solution to my weatherproofing and durability problems. A natural, biodegradable product too, so a win, win all round. I've been wracking my brains to find this solution and was thinking about the lanolin in wool and waxed jackets and then remembered how another student had waxed her paper pockets. I made some enquiries on the internet to find out about wax, in particular beeswax and it's sustainability and asked the other student about what she did.  She directed me to a Youtube video and a book.  I found this very helpful  and it has inspired me to do my work, knowing that I can protect my paper and thread, but first I need to test it.