American Paper? Recommendations.

[fluffykitten]

So I have just learned about rhodia paper, and I LOVE IT! BUT I really want to switch to American products as much as possible, so this is the question.

 

Is there american made paper as good as rhodia?

 

I'm not trying to be xenophobic, just I started my own business last year and I want to support other American businesses. I hope this thread is allowed.

[mm1624124]

I'd like to know too just out of curiosity. I have some "vintage" notebooks from my old college days that were made in the USA but those same companies today import paper for their products--Mead, for example. The older notebooks take fountain pen ink extremely well. Some I bought a few years ago had paper that was imported, the paper was rough, feathered, and bled all over the place (sometimes through several sheets). Even the notebooks with recycled paper are several classes above today's typical school notebook.

 

Perhaps the change could be because of cost or environmental reasons? Maybe the ballpoint pen era no longer demanded "good" paper?

[N2theBreach]

I suspect it's the latter.

[fluffykitten]

it could be both.

 

i think though that as we move more and more to tech and iphones liquid ink pens will return more and more. and if there isnt a company that makes top grade paper in america there will be soon

 

that said:

 

http://gifts.barnesandnoble.com/Ecosystem-100-Recycled-Flexi-Blank-Clementine-Journal/e/9781607362272

 

i just heard about ecosystem paper and thought that since my wife needs some moleskine notebooks i would get one and check it out.

[watch_art]

That ecosystem looks nice ---

 

but are there ANY made in USA paper products that are any good? I don't know of any - but I'm not a paper guru. I use Rhodia and Exacompta mostly. I've had some REALLY good sketchbooks that came from a Chinese airport. These were drawn on that.

[fluffykitten]

That ecosystem looks nice ---

 

but are there ANY made in USA paper products that are any good? I don't know of any - but I'm not a paper guru. I use Rhodia and Exacompta mostly. I've had some REALLY good sketchbooks that came from a Chinese airport. These were drawn on that.

 

years ago antioch journals were made in yellow springs and were quite good (i went to antioch college so i am biased) but its not any good anymore. i dont even think its made in america now.

[Laura N]

Crane makes wonderful paper. I suspect they have an office supply line as well, and perhaps someone who has used that will chime in. And have you tried the website of Neenah Paper? They are, or used to be, in Wisconsin, and are very helpful and friendly. I suspect you could call or email them for further information about the products they carry.

 

Paper manufacture used to be very big in the U.S., and I suspect there still are some mills around here and there. I remember them in New England and Wisconsin.

[watch_art]

There's a paper factory in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Accounts for the lovely smell.

[fluffykitten]

i m only finding neenah bulk paper purchasing but ill keep looking and check out mills by location.

[fluffykitten]

There's a paper factory in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Accounts for the lovely smell.

ohhh i looks like they make some evergreen paper! now thats something worth trying!

[terminal]

FWIW I too have been searching for U.S. paper and I have an Ecosystem journal here from B&N. I absolutely hate it. It's rough and scratchy and bleeds through easily. I was planning to post a review but I haven't gotten around to it.

[DanF]

I don't know about notebooks, but Neenah, Strathmore from Mohawk Mills, and oddly enough, the French Paper Co. are all US concerns that make very good paper. You have to buy by the ream, and print your own lines if you want lines, but good stuff can be found. I would suggest finding nearby distributors that can supply you with sample books so that you can test for friendliness. Even within one line of paper, there can be variations which san result in feathering. The Paper Mill Store is a good online retailer of quality papers if you can't find them locally. French has their own small quantity retail outlet, and their Pure White Construction paper is very smooth and well behaved, 28 pound.

 

Dan

[The Good Captain]

So I have just learned about rhodia paper, and I LOVE IT! BUT I really want to switch to American products as much as possible, so this is the question.

 

Is there american made paper as good as rhodia?

 

I'm not trying to be xenophobic, just I started my own business last year and I want to support other American businesses. I hope this thread is allowed.

As a matter of interest, what manufacturer's pens and inks do you use?

[Quill1]

Have you looked at Crane & Co?

[galileo1225]

You can buy packages of 25 sheets from Mohawk via mohawkconnect. Use the search tools on the left.

 

 

http://www.mohawkconnects.com/

[Stylus156]

Even though I do enjoy good quality writing paper, I have not had the time yet to become as learned as I should on the variances.

 

That being said, I have used this company's monarch stationary for a year with high satisfaction and it is commended by everyone I write to. The paper may not be perfect for the educated and the purists, but I am very satisfied with this companies service and products as I begin.

 

http://www.americanstationery.com/shopping/prod_catalog/main.asp?cat=11

 

Regards, M.

[terminal]

Have you looked at Crane & Co?

 

I was wondering about them too. They certainly have a large online selection: http://www.crane.com/business/business-papers/premium-stock

[wallylynn]

My ream of HP 32lb premium choice says "Product of USA" if that's of any use.

[fluffykitten]

So it looks like there are a lot of paper options but limited notebook and journal options.

[Ghost Plane]

Paperblanks is Canadian if you're willing to expand to North American. Look for the POST 2008 products as earlier are uneven quality.