paper suggestions, anyone?
I’m looking for suggestions on papers for Christmas cards. I’d like something that will take an impression really nicely and that scores/folds cleanly as well. Something relatively cost effective would be icing on the cake, but I’d rather spend more for a good product and be happy in the end.
I’ve used mainly Crane’s Lettra for everything up to this point, though I am just about to start a job on some very nice speckled French paper (the client wanted “fiber-y” paper). Lettra’s great, but it doesn’t fold nicely and it’s a slighty thicker than I’d like for greeting cards.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Neenah’s Environment has some beautiful recycled papers that might work for you. Some of them even use alternative fibers (like bamboo) and are anywhere from 50% to 100% recycled from post consumer fibers. Which is much better than just looking “fibery”!
Just make sure the paper that you choose isn’t too delicate. I like to go through twin rocker. They have great handmade paper that looks great.
Hope this helps!