Paper Buying Guide
Paper: Two syllables, two vowels, two -p's and an -r. White, light and b-o-r-i-n-g. Or is it? If you look at all the different types of paper and what you can do with it, you may not judge so harshly. In fact you find out that it is one of the most versatile substances known to man. More versatile than silly putty
? Quite possibly.
Fact: Paper + Origami book
= Good Family Fun.
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Notebook/Filler Paper  - Widely or thinly lined/ruled.
- Comes in various sizes.
- With holes and/or perforations.
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Legal Pad  - Flips from top.
- Available with perforated edges.
- Popular among businesses.
- Mood lifting yellow hue.
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Shorthand Notebook  - Compact.
- Spiral binding for easy flip access.
- Good for people who jot quickly.
- Frequently used by journalists.
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Post Its  - Wonderful.
- Sticks to anything.
- Good for leaving notes.
- Cheap and easy wall decoration.
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Stationary Sets  |
Blank Cards  - Gives a decorative touch.
- Can reflect personal taste and style.
- Appears much neater than paper from a pad.
- Blank interior allows you to choose its purpose.
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Custom Stationary  - Looks neat and professional.
- Can include personal or business information (such as name, address, and work title.
- Can be as unique or plain as you wish.
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Photo Paper  - Thick, heavy paper for sharp images.
- Available in semi-gloss, gloss, or high gloss finishes.
- Compatible with laser printer and copiers.
- Saves money on developing film.
- Ideal for family photos, brochures, flyers, and documents.
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For Business Cards  - Allows you to design your own business cards.
- Cheaper than ordering them.
- Allows you to print extras at your own will (so you will not end up with too few or too many).
- Make your business cards earth-friendly by printing them on soy ink.
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Carbon Paper  - Used for making one or more copies simultaneously.
- Generally produces up to five copies.
- Frequently used for receipts, surveys, and other instances where a quick dual copy is necessary.
- Like the fax document, carbon copies are not reliable pieces of legal evidence.
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Quick reminder: Don't forget to RECYCLE.