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Is the 111lb Vice Versa Card Stock index or cover cardstock?

2008-03-10T15:41:28Z

The 111lb Vice Versa Card Stock is cover stock, not index.

I tried folding the 98# metallic card stock but it does not look clean. What is the best way to fold card stock?

2008-03-07T03:14:45Z

LCI offers a wide selection of professionally scored card stocks in many standard sizes. When you require a different size from what is offered we recommend having your local printer professionally score all card stock. This will guarantee a clean fold and prevent cracking. We sell our papers in many printer friendly sizes from 8 1/2 x 11 to full size parent sheets. Discuss your project with your printer as they will help determine the best sheet size to purchase.

Shop All Metallic Papers

Do you offer paper cutting services?

2008-03-07T03:10:54Z

LCI Paper offers blank card stock and handmade specialty papers in a variety of pre cut sizes. The select sizes offered coordinate and fit the envelopes sold on the website. We do not offer custom paper cutting services. Check your local office supply store or commercial quick printer for more information on custom paper cutting services. Usually the paper can be cut while you wait at a reasonable cost.

On your website, it does not indicate what size cards will fit in the 5 1/4 x 7 1/4 Pochette Envelope

2008-02-06T15:14:41Z

The inside of our 5 1/4 x 7 1/4 pochette envelopes can accomodate our A7 5 1/8 x 7 cards nicely. We offer a variety of cards in different colors and textures in this size and they can be ordered here. View our A7 Cards

Do you carry pink and silver metallic invitation paper?

2008-02-06T14:56:56Z

Yes, we carry both pink (Mountain Rose) and silver (Silver Ore) metallic invitation paper. These papers are offered in a variety of pre cut sizes perfect to fit standard size envelopes as well as 8 1/2 x 11, 12 x 12, 13 x 20. See our Metallic Card Stock collection.

View Our A7 Folder Mountain Rose

View Our A7 Card Silver Ore

Are the A2 Cards suitable as postcards?

2008-02-06T14:33:46Z

Yes, all our A2 Cards are suitable as postcards. A2 cards are actually an 8 1/2 x 11 card that is cut into quarters. LCI offers the A2 cards cut to size and also the 8 1/2 x 11 card stock. You may want to consider the 8 1/2 x 11 if you have many post cards to print. Doing so would allow you to print 4 to a sheet then cut afterwords. It's a good way to save time! And, usually more economical to purchase the larger sheet. Before preparing a mailing we suggest contacting your local post office to make certain that your collateral is within postal regulations.

I am looking for a heavyweight vellum sheet. I draw on it with charcoal pencil and then use oils and thinners. Would the Gmund Contact Colors vellum be strong enough for this process?

2008-01-28T16:17:14Z

Our Gmund Contact Colors translucent papers are 30lb bond which is heavier than many of the vellum sheets on the market. To make certain that this vellum works for your particular application we recommend ordering samples and testing before committing to purchasing a large quantity. It's easy to order samples on our website of all the papers you are interested in. Navigate to the products of interest and look for the "Samples" tab. Click add to cart and the samples will be added to your basket.

Is the Vice Versa 111lb Card Stock ideal for laser printers? The paper specifications states limited inkjet printing but mentions nothing about laser printers.

2008-01-28T16:06:14Z

During our in house tests we found the toner from laser printers did not adhere well to the finish of this card stock. For best printing results we recommend using inkjet printers not laser printers. In particular, printers that are top loading with straight back feeding mechanisms and can handle heavyweight card stocks are recommended. Since Vice Versa is a heavy card stock with a textured finish it may not be suitable for all home printers, therefore we highly recommend testing samples on your printer.

What are the most popular specialty papers this season?

2008-01-03T20:32:51Z

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.

The paper that I’ve chosen is delicate. Should I take a chance and print on it?

2008-01-03T16:07:12Z

The weight of fine printing papers varies between 70lb Text and 80lb Text, while plain copy paper is typically 20-24lb Text. These weights are perfectly acceptable for printing. However, if your paper is lighter than these, it is a good idea to do a printing test on a few sheets of paper before printing a large quantity.