Paper Choices

[fiberdrunk]

I like Strathmore Calligraphy very much for corresondence. You used to be able to get matching #10 envelopes for it, but I can't seem to find them in this exact kind of paper (with the laid pattern) any more. You can get this paper at Dick Blick.

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There's also Strathmore Parchment, which is more widely available (like at A.C. Moore and Hobby Lobby). The sheets are a lot thicker, though. More like something you'd use for certificates (though I have used it to write letters with, too). A pad contains different colored sheets:

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[fncll]

I've used the Strathmore Parchment as well...and quite liked it. It is pretty heavy if one's letter is going to be more than 2 pages long or so.