Scott Druce <p>The type of paper a calligrapher puts ink to as important as the tools he uses. At Inscriber we are dedicated to providing the highest quality paper products and choose brands of paper that have stood the test of time and nibs. The quality of paper is just as important to those of us who are not professional calligraphers but who want a beautiful tactile piece of correspondence.</p> <h3>What is G. Lalo&#8217;s Paper Verge?</h3> <p><img src='http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0031/5612/files/verge_examples.jpg?1245731687' alt='' /></p> <p>Centuries ago, the paper Verge was made by hand in huge vats. Today, we make the same paper according to traditional methods but with modern techniques.</p> <p>Verge paper has the look and feel of handmade paper. It even has the grid of parallel translucent lines (“vergeures”) made as the paper was laid to dry. These grids are very helpful as guides for handwriting.<br /> <p><br /> <p></p> <h3>What is &#8220;laid&#8221; paper?</h3> <p><img src='http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0031/5612/files/verge.jpg?1245730393' alt='' /></p> <p>One of the most expensive types of writing paper. Laid paper is uncoated and white or coloured. It is suitable for writing with both liquid and dry ink pens and must not bleed or strike through.</p> <p>Laid paper has a ribbed texture imparted by the manufacturing process. More recently its use has declined as it has been replaced by lesser quality woven papers. Laid paper is still commonly used by calligraphers and artists.<br /> <p><br /> <p></p> <h3>What is a deckle edge finish?</h3> <p><img src='http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0031/5612/files/deckle_edged_paper.jpg?1245730917' alt='' /></p> <p><a href="http://www.inscriber.com.au/search?q=deckle+edge">Deckle-edged</a> paper is a delight to the recipient and to the touch. Paper with a feathered edge is referred to as having a deckle-edge.</p> <p>Natural and tear deckles are the two types of finishes for this type of paper. Natural deckles are the result of the deckle used in mould-made paper, whereas tear deckles are the result of tearing the paper. Often mould-made paper will have a combination of deckled and cut edges depending on the specific size of paper required.<br /> <p><br /> <p></p> <h3>What is cotton paper?</h3> <p><img src='http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0031/5612/files/cotton_paper.jpg?1245731301' alt='' /></p> <p>Cotton paper is the most exclusive of papers made from the finest of traditions of paper making. The feel of cotton paper on your finger tips is noticeable instantly to the touch. The 100% natural fibres of cotton and the fact that no trees were felled makes writing on this paper a joy and a environmentally conscious decision.</p> <p>Cotton paper may also be known as cotton rag or ragged paper. The archival qualities of acid free cotton paper, often know to last hundreds of years mean it is highly sought after by historians. It also means it is perfect to scribe down letters to your beloved and read them back on you golden wedding anniversary.</p> <p>Inscriber stocks <a href="http://www.inscriber.com.au/search?q=crown+mill+cotton">Original Crown Mill</a>, <a href="http://www.inscriber.com.au/search?q=clairefontaine+cotton">Clairefontaine</a>, and <a href="http://www.inscriber.com.au/search?q=lalo+cotton">G.Lalo</a> cotton papers.<br /> <p><br /> <p></p> <h3>What is vellum paper?</h3> <p>Vellum paper produces the crispest and whitest of finishes. <a href="http://www.inscriber.com.au/search?q=clairefontaine">Clairefontaine</a> is famous for its exceptionally white and ultra smooth vellum paper.</p> <p>Their reputation rests on the brushed vellum paper manufactured by Clairefontaine for the last 50 years on continually perfected machinery. The paper weighs 90 grams per square meter, and has excellent opacity and a prefect satin finish for maximum smoothness in writing. The paper, white enough for the writing to be clear, is also anti-glare.</p> <p>View the range of <a href="http://www.inscriber.com.au/search?q=clairefontaine">Clairefontaine</a> vellum papers.<br /> <p><br /> <p></p> <h3>What is blotting paper?</h3> <p>Blotting paper is a type of paper or soft material used to blot the excess ink left on paper or parchment after the use of a fountain pen or dip pen.</p> <p>View the Inscriber range of <a href="http://www.inscriber.com.au/search?q=blotting">blotting papers</a>.<br /> <p><br /> <p></p> <h3>Shopping:</h3> <ul> <li>View the full collection of <a href="http://www.inscriber.com.au/collections/fine-paper-stationery-envelopes-invitations">fine paper and envelopes</a><br /> <p></li> </ul> 2009-05-20T20:29:41+10:00 fine-paper-type-varieties-and-properties 3321892 2009-05-20T20:29:41+10:00 315612 2009-06-23T14:43:13+10:00 The type of paper a calligrapher puts ink to as important as the tools he uses. At Inscriber we are dedicated to providing the highest quality paper products and choose brands of paper that have stood the test of time and nibs. The quality of paper is just as important to those of us who are not professional calligraphers but who want a beautiful tactile piece of correspondence. <h3>What is G. Lalo's Paper Verge?</h3> <img src='http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0031/5612/files/verge_examples.jpg?1245731687' alt='' /> Centuries ago, the paper Verge was made by hand in huge vats. Today, we make the same paper according to traditional methods but with modern techniques. Verge paper has the look and feel of handmade paper. It even has the grid of parallel translucent lines (“vergeures”) made as the paper was laid to dry. These grids are very helpful as guides for handwriting. <p> <p> <h3>What is "laid" paper?</h3> <img src='http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0031/5612/files/verge.jpg?1245730393' alt='' /> One of the most expensive types of writing paper. Laid paper is uncoated and white or coloured. It is suitable for writing with both liquid and dry ink pens and must not bleed or strike through. Laid paper has a ribbed texture imparted by the manufacturing process. More recently its use has declined as it has been replaced by lesser quality woven papers. Laid paper is still commonly used by calligraphers and artists. <p> <p> <h3>What is a deckle edge finish?</h3> <img src='http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0031/5612/files/deckle_edged_paper.jpg?1245730917' alt='' /> "Deckle-edged":http://www.inscriber.com.au/search?q=deckle+edge paper is a delight to the recipient and to the touch. Paper with a feathered edge is referred to as having a deckle-edge. Natural and tear deckles are the two types of finishes for this type of paper. Natural deckles are the result of the deckle used in mould-made paper, whereas tear deckles are the result of tearing the paper. Often mould-made paper will have a combination of deckled and cut edges depending on the specific size of paper required. <p> <p> <h3>What is cotton paper?</h3> <img src='http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0031/5612/files/cotton_paper.jpg?1245731301' alt='' /> Cotton paper is the most exclusive of papers made from the finest of traditions of paper making. The feel of cotton paper on your finger tips is noticeable instantly to the touch. The 100% natural fibres of cotton and the fact that no trees were felled makes writing on this paper a joy and a environmentally conscious decision. Cotton paper may also be known as cotton rag or ragged paper. The archival qualities of acid free cotton paper, often know to last hundreds of years mean it is highly sought after by historians. It also means it is perfect to scribe down letters to your beloved and read them back on you golden wedding anniversary. 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