Popular papers for Winter 2008 include metallic papers, colored translucent vellum, and colorful linen card stock. Shoppers are showing an interest in brightly colored papers (as well as unusual shades) that are easy to print. Invitation design has steadily been expanding into new color realms that include much more than the traditional black, white and ivory. In keeping with this trend, LCI offers an ever-expanding selection of specialty papers from around in the world in a rainbow spectrum of color, from the shimmering pastel shades of Aspire Petallics to the vibrant colors of Gmund's Contact Colors Vellum.

Metallic Papers & Card Stock
Make sure to sample Aspire Petallics line of mica-coated, shimmering papers. Although the non-absorbent surface of these papers makes them unsuitable for ink jet printers (laser is recommended), there is no limit to their uses. Available in heavyweight 98lb Cover and 80lb Text, Petallics papers are a sophisticated choice for scrapbooking, handmade invitations and creative paper projects. Available from LCI in the Petallics line are cards, envelopes, ceremony programs, pochettes, pocket folds and large format card stock.


Gmund Contact Colors Vellum
Exquisite translucent vellum in luminous colors such as deep red, light blue, vivid yellow and rich black that coordinate with Gmund's Vice Versa Card Stock and Color System. This extraordinary vellum is laser compatible, showing off a beautiful balance of color and translucency. Browse LCI's selection of Contact Colors Vellum Papers envelopes and pochettes.


Japanese Linen Card Stock
A heavyweight 90lb Cover stock with a delightful grooved pattern. This exotic card stock is compatible with ink jet printers and is available in a contemporary palette of unusual colors, including pumpkin orange, turquoise blue, avocado yellow, pewter gray and cha (chestnut-brown). LCI currently carries ten colors of Japanese Linen Card Stock.