Let's chat about Paper, Printers and Printables - My top 3 favorite papers to print on :)

[@rubyandpearlxo]

you can find my Etsy shop and Instagram here: www.etsy.com/shop/RubyandPearlxo my instagram: instagram.com/rubyandpearl.xo/ Links to papers discussed in this video are in the Video Description.. :)

[@nameissturdy1390]

Ahhh! That first paper is everything! Edit: I don’t know how everyone else feels, but I would be interested in another video that shows what else you do with your printer. Any other tips/tricks for different types of paper because I found this really helpful.

[@cherylmacedo5521]

Yes please. I need all the helpful tips and tricks to have excellent quality products. I’m using an iPad, and it does not give me many options…..Microsoft, where are you ????? 😅🥰😘

[@user-rh3qn8pc1y]

Although this video is 3 years old, because I’m new, is perfect for me! Thank you! 😊

[@roxangel6271]

All great things to know! I love how the Linen paper makes the wallpaper look so real! I'm so happy you shared this info as I have often wondered what paper's everyone uses. Thank for sharing! 🥰

[@r.c.miller6161]

Another EXCELLENT, INFORMATIVE video! Thanks, Heather.

[@imkindaartsyfartsy]

Thanks for showing us the difference paper can make, who knew? Right? I love the linen paper since you listed it in an earlier video. I also watch out for papers at yard sales, thrift stores, etc because I love finding older paper, the quality of older paper is amazing plus it’s already distressed! 😊

[@helenrice9105]

This is the video I have been waiting for and bought all of these papers and wow what a difference

[@wandaspencer9523]

One of my favorite things to print on is vellum. I have the had excellent results with the Stampin’Up! brand. The weight is excellent to pass through the printer and the ink doesn’t smudge. The Epson ET printer is on my list of replacement items. Just hoping for a sale.

[@marjoriewright5808]

Great info on the paper...thank you! I have a ET-3760 and like yours it takes the same ink and produces hundreds of beautiful copies and last for a very long time! Yellow runs out first🤣

[@melodyveit3014]

I have watched this twice. Unfortunately I could only “like” it once😂. So helpful. Picking up my printer today thanks to your video. Have been looking for one but this sealed the deal for me. Sold out every where but was able to locate an et4760 at our staples. So excited to start my journey with this printer. I will also be able to scan and copy😳. What? I can see my business flourishing. ❤️💃🏻

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Wonderful!! I hope you love your new printer.. it is so helpful to hear what others have to say in the comments too! Happy printing.. and scanning.. and copying!! 🤣🥰💗💗💗

[@lildavis7579]

No need to answer , you basically covered all info in this video thanx xo

[@dianadaniel3441]

Thank you Heather! Still trying to get the basics down.

[@rosehillpapercottage7179]

It was so fantastic to see the side by side comparison of using different papers for printing digitals. I hadn’t even thought about the possibility that ‘presentation’ paper existed so I will definitely be trying that one too for a more vibrant image ! Thank you for sharing 🤗

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Oh yes, you will love the presentation paper.. it is so nice! 💗💗 I am amazed at the colors you can get with it!

[@josephinafox4986]

I just wanted to say that i have recently discovered the presentation paper and I just love love it. It is a bit more expensive but I love to add some into my journals.

[@PatWinterJournals]

Parchment paper gives a vintage appearance too.

[@donnacarraway9182]

I have a laser printer so I am hoping that someone will say if they have a presentation paper for laser that they like!! You are so right that paper makes a big difference!! Thank you for sharing with us!

[@magnoliabird]

I have an ecotank 2700 and it doesnt print like yours. But I did like printing on the lovely old papers I had saved from my job they must be forty years old that was nice but still not great. Please do another lovely video about this it was so so good thank you

[@kathycadile6421]

Such great info. When you showed the card stock it came through looking like cream but you said you only use white. Must be the way the film showed the colors. I love the difference in the presentation paper. Never knew that would be the effect. Thanks for sharing

[@Shane-us4ks]

🧚🏻‍♀️Thank you for your amazing video Heather! I’m sold on your choice of printers and papers (thanks to the hard yards you’ve done)! I’m shopping for a new printer right now!💐😘

[@beadzombie72]

Great video! I wish I had it when I got into junk journals. I was frustrated until I figured out what a difference paper makes. I have an Epson ET-2760 which I love, though I too have to clean the print heads often. I use Red River premium matte double-sided in 32 lb the most. (They pack very well, so you will never have dinged corners either.) I also use a 60 lb cream cardstock, though I am not fully satisfied with it. I can't wait to go get some linen paper! TFS :)

[@epartcollection1268]

Omg Heather..... presentation paper is big discover for me. Love also the effects of linen paper. Wallpaper looks like real one and not printed 🌷🦋

[@dawnc8755]

I love the presentation paper. It also uses less ink when you print because it's a coated paper. Super vibrant prints! I am so happy with the amazing photo quality I can get from such a low-cost printer (I have an Epson Eco Tank 3710; love it!) Southworth also has some "natural" papers and higher cotton count papers that provide nice texture for different types of ephemera. I like to print on parchment paper also - gives a lovely aged look to maps or other background or collage papers. I will have to try the linen finish for wallpaper types of papers. Thanks for this comparison.

[@kata7628]

Red River is kinda famous in art circles for having amazing papers in a variety of textures. I love them. I forget the name of the one that has a “dappled” type texture, like a vintage handmade paper, but it gives a very authentic look to antique prints.

[@beadzombie72]

Red River does have great papers - their premium matte double-sided is my favorite paper for journal pages.

[@wendyw.3026]

Thank you so much for explaining the different effects between paper types. What amazing color variations. Really appreciate you taking the time to explain. Can’t wait to try it out!

[@PerfectFragments]

Very helpful video. I need a new printer. Reviews are so confusing online. Thank you for taking the time to show paper quality as well. All super helpful. I have some of your printables in my cart, but need to get a good printer first.😉

[@JournalBreezeYT]

TY Heather. I've had the same experiences comparing papers. here's a new one for you. The brand of the white really matters a lot! I use and love HP Premium Papers, 32 lb, 100 brightness. It's just like presentation paper I think . The colors are vibrant and true. I bought another premium made for color paper by Hammermill, 23 lb. white 100 brightness, and yet it's slightly slightly cream/gray colored in comparison. The images on it lack depth, are not as true and the contrast is dull in comparison to the HP. If I only saw Hammermill's I'd probably think it was very nice, and it's certainly different than regular copy paper. But the colors are off. I was sure the brightness was going to be in the low 90s but no, it's 100 too. BTW, I'm Journal Breeze on IG. Stay safe!

[@junqueseekervintage]

I'm amazed at the difference paper can make! Thank you for sharing this, and for talking about the Epson EcoTank. I have a standard Epson and have been really happy with it, but am very interested in the EcoTank and had been looking at them in case I need to replace my printer. It's great to have input from someone who uses it for similar purposes - although I'm sure you print much more than I do! Love your digitals!

[@lisastayman6392]

I have the earlier version of Epson - 2720. I believe that it prints well too. I did use up my one color in 6 months but I printed 1200 pages. Using Presentation paper or photo paper does use more ink. My current favorite paper is copy paper - 96 brightness - 24 lbs. I just bought the HP paper that you use so it may change my preference! If I like it, I'll be sure to check on Amazon for a better price - Staples prices are ridiculous. Thanks for the comparison. Now to look at your Etsy shop!!!

[@PapetraZenoMorgan]

YES YES YES THANK YOU!!!

[@janej6253]

I love my Epson 4700. Best printer I’ve ever used. Ditto on your paper recommendations. The Epson presentation paper is the best bar none.

[@MeredithHenning]

Thank You!! I am going to get some of that Linen paper, so beautiful! Appreciate all the info, I have a very cheap HP printer that uses very expensive ink cartridges, so I am in the market for a better one like you showed here! Thanks again Heather!

[@maryannewatson2393]

I'm so glad you shared this information with us. Choosing paper and printers has been a real problem for me. Thanks again.

[@gailschmidt]

I love the linen paper. I have used it in my inkjet and my laser with great outcomes. When I got into creating digitals to sell, so many years ago lol, I was at the time offering them also as printed sheets, so tried a lot of papers and finally settled on the Hammermill presentation paper. I’ll have to give your presentation paper a try. I love your digitals and your journals so very much! Thanks for sharing Heather.

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Thank you Gail!! The linen paper really is so nice... it is just a classic in my opinion! I have never tried the Hammermill but I would guess they are very similar! Thank you for your comment!

[@lildavis7579]

I do too like the muted colours for an aged look for in journals, that mat hes aged then new

[@lildavis7579]

Ok I'll go there,, and order, thankyou xo

[@jodimartin4250]

Can’t believe the look with the different paper. Thanks for sharing.🙂

[@pamelaancichgates6933]

really great video and examples. I was literally looking into printers and what to print on. thanks heather!

[@yolandaf5782]

Thank you for the wonderful presentation. Very helpful information.

[@janscott821]

Thanks for sharing the difference in the papers and how the images look. I never realized the difference the paper could make. I have the same printer as you and I love how long the ink lasts.

[@luellenarts585]

My "everyday" journal paper is Staples brand Premium 98Bright, 32 lb....coffee dyes nicely and holds up well to folding, stenciling and stamping. For tags or cards, I love EPSON Premium Presentation MATTE. It's 44 pound heavyweight non-glare card stock.

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Oh so good to know about the Staples 98 bright.. I really would like to find a good every day paper besides the linen paper. Thanks so much!! 💗💗

[@jonigoodmanson2179]

Excellent video-thank you! Would love to hear your tips and tricks regarding printing on vintage items like ledger sheets, book pages, etc!

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Oh maybe I will do another video on that someday!! 💗💗🤗😆 thank you!

[@lidimaparis4799]

Thanks Heather, that was very informative.

[@rebeccabee6615]

So informative! Thank you!

[@jacynthejournals]

I loved to hear more about your favourite papers! I recently started getting my digitals printed on parchment paper and I love it! I think it does something a bit similar as the presentation paper with some of the yellows/cream tones but the backside of the paper becomes so satisfying once it’s been printed on!

[@lynnboyd33]

Thank you for the in depth video and all the info! I appreciate you hard work!

[@tinagarry7230]

This is so helpful. Thank you so much!

[@rozenart5768]

Wow!! This will be my go to video for paper buying! Thank you for sharing this, all this information will be very helpful. 💗

[@lildavis7579]

I find it hard to get old looking letters , copies in French, especially the way they would write, their calligraphy is so awesome , am practicing my own ,,, to write calligraphy,,,, not sure where to look for the French written love letters,,lol,,,,, would love input on that , Amazon I have looked but not really any booklets on French well written beautiful scriptures,, etc,,, love all your videos ,thanx xo

[@karenjenkins4020]

Thank you sooo much for this video, Heather! I can’t tell you how helpful it was!

[@coastalcraftystudio4448]

This is a great video and tutorial about paper. The fact that you showed examples of your favorite papers compared to regular copy paper was fantastic! I also appreciated your comments about your printer. I do a lot of printing and yes, the cartridges are very expensive!

[@elizabethrose5411]

Thank you for ALL of this information, perfect timing for me! Everything you said & showed is spot on! I haven't tried the Linen Paper yet, I love the texture, especially with your wallpaper prints, makes them look all the more authentic. I am starting to make a journal for a birthday gift for my sister using some of your kits that I have purchased and I have an HP printer that I have nursed along for years so I am in the market for a new printer and will for sure look into the Epson ET. Thanks again, Heather, I LOVE ALL of your work!

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Thank you so much Elizabeth!! 💕

[@jenniferknowles7219]

Thank you! It’s interesting. I like the muted colors on the linen paper. However I do think the presentation paper was beautiful for the vintage photographs. I’m just starting out so your video was very helpful. You also have a very pretty style. You are fast becoming my favorite junk journal maker. 😍

[@marthinarauhut1876]

Interesting to see the quality of the different papers. Will start looking at paper options. Thank you for this ...

[@janiceccollins2351]

Omg thank you this was so helpful! I’ve been looking for a paper and printer recommendation. Exactly what I needed :)

[@sharongruener6078]

Thanks, I appreciate you letting us know about the papers you use. Wow, what a difference. I didn't realize how much difference it would make. Blessings.

[@donnacarraway9182]

Thank you so much! I was just thinking that a textured paper would be best for the wallpapers but I didn’t know what to choose! You are awesome!

[@marthadavoli6494]

I LOVED this video, so helpful. I haven't read all the comments, but I would find it very interesting to learn about printing on vintage and other types of papers. If you've already made that video, would you direct me to it? Thank you for all your creative energy and efforts!

[@JillGreenArtist]

Very helpful to those of us newbies to digi kits. THANK YOU! Valuable info.

[@MsSnicker10]

Very helpful. Especially the side by side comparison. ThANK YOU!

[@iamnanna]

Thank you so much for the printed side by side comparisons. That helped me a lot.

[@bonnieleehen]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@bettymetz3746]

I am in 18:26 the market for a new printer 🫤, so this video sure is timely. Also, Heather, all your paper info is amazing thanks. Blessings from Betty in Ohio.

[@dorismartinez7307]

This was so informative. Your examples were so helpful! Thank you so much 💓

[@barbrakondos4039]

Thanks Heather...keep the videos coming! I learn so much from you and I love your style!!! xoxo

[@theshabbyhippie]

Very informative! Also, all of your digitals are gorgeous!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@denisecope]

Thank you so much for this great info! I echo the commentor who expressed interest in all of your printing tricks. If even like to know how keep your digital and physical papers organized!

[@507WillowHouseJournals]

This is such a great video! Thank you for doing the research for us 😉 Now to watch again! ~Leslie ❤

[@gaylag]

Thank you! I will be on the look out for the Southworth paper!

[@JeansMc100]

Thanks so much! Excited to try the linen paper!

[@lisabailey8973]

I hoped this doesn’t sound crazy but I ran across a huge roll of pink paper in the gardening section called pink resin paper. It’s sturdy and a dusty pink color and it was a huge roll for 16.00 I have not tried to print on it yet but I will and let you know

[@byWingYee]

Thank you for this video..I did followed your advice after asking you and bought the Southworth linen paper from Amazon. Love the texture and the paper makes a lot of difference. :)

[@houseofmahalo]

Very helpful, thanks for sharing! I've only recently started using printables, so it's good to know what kind of papers would be good to buy :-)

[@gingerkarch3941]

Thanks for sharing!! Very helpful. Love your digitals!

[@tinaashworth8282]

Thak for the class, and yes i could see the texture on the linen paper

[@annamilford7122]

I'm so happy to see this video- I've been looking at your wallpaper digikits to buy and been wondering what paper would work well. I LOVE your style. ThankU for this useful info

[@kathyanderson4126]

What a great video! I’ve just found you and learned a lot about new (to me) papers. I have used the same brands of papers for years and am excited about experimenting with new ones. And I, too, LOVE my Eason Eco Tank printer. For the money we save on ink, we can definitely splurge on higher grades of paper! Thanks for the great information, and I’m looking forward to exploring more of your videos.

[@SerenaBee]

I have an Epson printer but use canon matte presentation paper since being in Canada our selections are limited for in store purchases. It’s the only one I use, great quality

[@rubyandpearlxo]

So good to know! I've been wanting to try the Canon papers!

[@lesliethomas6707]

Love love love linen. Index is a smooth card stock alternative. So jealous of your 4700, it’s definitely the way to go. I have an epson large format printer. Use only Epson inks, yes head cleaning is a factor but I print a lot an d we are going on 6 years now. Eco tanks are definitely the way to go! On my smaller printer, I could pay for the eco tank with the money I spend on ink cartridges. Definitely the way to go!

[@dr.w.octaviamalveauxdent1315]

Love this. Thank you. I can’t find the settings for borderless printing. I actually have the same printer.

[@thevictorianedge5465]

Wow!! I thank you for making this video. This information is great. I will be buying some linen paper and presentation paper too. Now I have an old brother printer scanner copier fax all in one that I used for my job back in the day. Would love to have an Epson... Maybe one day but for now my brother is doing fairly well!! Never knew how much of a difference paper could make.

[@thevictorianedge5465]

I do like to use 24 lb paper versus 22 lb.

[@rneustel388]

I’m in market for a new copier, so I definitely thank you for sharing your printer and all the paper recommendations, too!

[@kayhammock]

What a difference in the print quality. Thanks for sharing.

[@patriciaperry2053]

Great paper tips. Love your creations, especially the torn edge-no measuring style you have. I love the wedding photo you showed, would you please tell me the name of the digital?

[@retroshopper1]

in a perfect world would you ever consider buying a laser printer? I heard they are best for art. I defiantly love the eco printer refill system idea. Oh decisions decisions>😁

[@patriciadowd2948]

I just found your channel and subscribed. I love your digitals. I also have a Eco Tank printer. It is ET-4760 and I love it. I also print a lot and I probably have to add inks about every 8 months or so but like you I probably print more then most people. I have found Wal-Mart to be the best price as far as price. I think I paid about $55.00 for a complete set and then when I filled it up I had ink left over. Not bad for $55.00 a year or so to not be concerned about how much I print. I also love the Epson matte presentation paper. I have not tried it but I have heard parchment paper in the Southworth brand is nice to print on. I will try that White Linen that looks really nice. Someone on KZbin the other day mentioned Hammermill color premium paper 32 ib paper and said it was really good so I thought I might give it a try. She did say it had to say color premium though. I would be interested to see if anyone else had tried it .

[@cherylchunn9341]

I always print on the linen paper, but I use a heavier lb. I use 32lb for journal pages and 65lb for cards. Haven't tried the presentation paper yet but I think I will try it instead of photo paper that I sometimes use. Thanks for the info.

[@msadmiral6319]

Thanks for the tips. Red River is an AMAZING paper for color printing. Check it out. Expensive but wait till you see the difference. I have an epson ecotank. I was shocked on how amazing the colors were.😊

[@melodywilloughby4041]

I use Southworth linen paper too. I also love the Southworth parchment paper for printing. For tea dyeing I use Southworth resume paper because it is 100% cotton and takes the tea very well. I wish I could find a cream card stock that prints well but no luck so far. Thanks for the tips! Take care.😘😘

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Hi Melody! Thanks for your comment.. I haven't tried the resume paper .. I love that you said it tea dyes well.. need to try that! I'm the same with the cream card stock.

[@nancylemieux8058]

Melody...try Hobby Lobby's Ivory heavyweight cardstock...it is a good weight for postcards, tickets etc. I use it too for photos especially Sepia ones, because it gives a vintage tone. Then I get to use less ink to age the back! :)

[@korsgaardjournals1422]

The linenpaper is absolutely amazing..it really looks like real wallpaper. I have so much Epson presentation paper but I never use it. I think the colors are to vibrate but I will try to print without the yellow and see if that helps. I live in Denmark so I don’t have the same option but I have tried a lot different kinds of paper but I use “ Image Compact” the pink one. And print on 100 G. ( I don’t know what that is in your weight) Thanks for sharing all your experience 🙏💜 Tina

[@DreamyBohemian]

Thank you so much for the information. I need to update my printer and this sounds very appealing. 💕❤

[@thepeacockparlor1512]

Great tips. I really like the linen paper.

[@beckyblackburn2211]

Thank you so much! This information will help me so much!

[@nancylemieux8058]

I tried your Linen finish paper and I like it! Hobby Lobby has a good heavy weight cardstock for postcard, tickets, and heavier ephemera . And it comes in cream & white...also their coupon saves you a lot! Southworth parchment is nice in the ivory tone.

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Hi Nancy! I am glad you liked it!! I have not tried the hobby lobby card stock.. I've tried michaels and Joanne's but not that one. Thanks for the tip! I heard they are doing away with their coupon! 😭 also I do like the southworth parchment.. it is a very nice paper!

[@nancylemieux8058]

@@rubyandpearlxo Talk about "doing away"....I'm not sure but I went to Walmart and the Linen Southward in Ivory...was only a couple bucks for 100 sheets! Will it be phased out??... And I don't know about the white. Stock Up Time! (The Ivory is nice too, for a warmer vintage tone.)

[@PennyandRosePaperie]

This was a super informative and helpful video! I started using Southworth Linen per your recommendation and I love it. I have it in different weights and use them for different applications. I also recently thrifted some vintage Southworth "Business paper" and "Resume" paper, in the color Ivory and find that its a great color for printing vintage receipts and letterheads/anything with fonts and scripts. Particularly the business paper is good for those applications, because it has an ever so slight grain/texture that is the closest thing I've seen to what some of those beautiful old letterheads/documents/receipts were printed on way back when, it even has a watermark which just looks so cool with something printed on it! That presentation paper is WILD, wow! The differences you showed were pretty major! Thanks for doing all those side by side comparisons! ok off to go buy some presentation paper and an eco tank printer and ALL THE THINGZZZ

[@rubyandpearlxo]

I will have to try that resume and business paper! Thank you so much for the tip! I always look at all of the southworth papers when I am in the store and never know which ones to try.. I also forgot to mention in my video that I like the southworth almond linen paper ... it is I think a 40lb and a very nice color. I use it for certain things. If you look on my instagram post comments someone recommended using newsprint paper.. they age it.. there is a reference to how to find it on Amazon. I am going to try that!

[@PennyandRosePaperie]

@@rubyandpearlxo oops I have to clarify, the thrifted business paper I found is by a brand called Eaton, which is also the brand of vintage onion skin paper i have (i get lucky with thrifted paper!) but Southworth probably has one too. The vintage resume paper I have is Southworth.

[@jodietrinderlloydwebb8360]

Hi Heather, thank you l love the look of the linen paper, I wonder if we can get it here in Australia. I’ve tried so many papers too, Epson paper is very expensive here so I’ve found another one that works well. I love my ecotank, mine is smaller but isn’t the ink refills fantastic. Thank you for sharing with us it really makes a difference in the colours, who would have thought. Take care 😊

[@lightdancer2251]

Hey, thanks for this info, I really do struggle with printables and what paper to use..this is really helpful. I subbed to your channel.

[@smnfabulous]

Hi Heather! Thanks so much for this video! I had asked you about your printer in January on IG and am so glad I did! I wanted a smaller version of yours and bought the Epson ET-2750 and it’s great! Got it on Amazon for a great price. I also bought the Southworth paper and love the subtle texture. Also, I found that any cardstock that’s marked “smooth” prints all smudged; this was with my old inkjet as well as the Epson so I’m thinking that’s the issue. 😉 Sandy

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Hi! Yes, I remember us talking about it.. I am so glad you are liking your printer! I think that is the same one my Mom has and she is very happy with it too.. thanks for your tip about the cardstock. 💕

[@beadzombie72]

I'll have to remember that about the smooth cardstock - thanks. I have an ET-2760 and love it :)

[@kristenwsunshine2890]

This is my first video of yours. New subscriber. It’s probably in my suggestions because I was looking up paper to use with paper dolls. I have some and am thinking about trying to recreate some for my daughter but the paper is almost like a magazine. A little glossy and kind of thin for the cloths but sturdy and thin ish for the dolls. Almost like the linen paper maybe hum. Trying to figure out the tabs. Anyway thanks for the information and diligent work!

[@taylormadejournals9662]

Lots of great information, thank you !

[@AzaleaLala]

This was so helpful. Thank you.