Japanese Chiyogami Paper-Beautiful, Traditional, Handmade

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LCI Paper’s Naomi teaches us more about Japanese Chiyogami paper in this bilingual video. Speaking first in English, then in her native tongue, Japanese, Naomi discusses the tradition behind Chiyogami, how it is made, and all of its rich, beautiful qualities.

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Print 4Up Place Cards with Microsoft Word Mail Merge

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Want to print your 4Up place cards all at once instead of typing in a name and table number for each card one at a time? Here are the steps to use the Mail Merge feature in the Windows version of Microsoft Office Word 2003.

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Colorful Pop-Tone Paper from French Paper Company

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We’ve just introduced new specialty paper colors in text weight sheets and cover stock. These 8 1/2 x 11 sheets are part of the Pop-Tone line, inspired by popular tastes: pop art and pop music. We interview Brian French of French Paper Company, the mill that produces this environmentally friendly paper. Learn about the mill’s history and the hydroelectric generators which provide the clean, renewable energy to manufacture Pop-Tone paper. Listen to the interview or read a transcript of the conversation.

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Christen & Kevin’s Black & White Save the Date Package

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Christen and Kevin live in Thomaston, Maine and are getting married later this year. With products and services purchased from local vendors and LCI Paper, they designed a special save the date ensemble that they shared with us. Enjoy the photos of their Save the Date package and the following interview with the engaged couple.

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Dandelion Pocket Fold Invitation for a Fall Wedding

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Wedding invitation designer Kristen Blake discusses the process of making her Stardream Bronze Fall Dandelion Pocket Fold invitation design. Learn about custom pocket fold designs with layered direction, reception, and response cards.

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Stamped Card Designer-The Paper Garden

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Stamped card designer of the Paper Garden discusses her specialty paper and gift store. Learn about hand made stamped cards, unique invitations, and creative projects with Stardream paper.

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Digital Printing Paper – Gmund Digital Launched and Explained

So we know that the Gmund Digital line is compatible with all professional digital printers. But what exactly is digital printing? Herbert admits that the industry term, “digital printing” is confusing.

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Creative Invitation Enthusiast – Sandie Shares Her Design

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Sandie in Connecticut sent us a beautiful handmade wedding invitation ensemble that she created using a combination of metallic, vellum, and linen specialty paper and embellishments. You’ll hear directly from the designer as she talks about the process and the tools she used.

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Learn How To Turn Three Blank Pieces Of Paper Into an Invitation

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Learn to make a unique layered invitation from three blank pieces of paper. Choose from colorful specialty paper in a variety of textures and finishes, experiment with invitation wording, fonts, and graphics to make a custom invitation.

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Ten Steps to Finding the Right Paper

There are several factors to consider before you purchase paper. Learn 10 easy steps to selecting the right paper

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