Envelopes (Twin Cities Mn Area)

[Vunter]

I live in the Twin Cities MN area and need to get some new envelopes. I'm currently using generic business envelopes which really suck with fountain pens at least the ones I have lol. I've had real good luck finding smaller envelopes since there seems to be more out there, however, the selection of No. 10 sizes seems to be smaller. I know I can order some online through most of the pen sites since some of those sites have good paper selections.

Anyone in the Twin Cities have any suggestions? also, would love to hear in general envelope brands people like. I'm open to go to target, walmart, staples, michaels, etc... but honestly, don't want to buy some from those stores and find out they also suck with fountain pens. I figured many of you have some knowledge in this are and I would like to lean on your personal experiences.

Edited August 10, 2017 by Vunter

[AppendixC]

Ive had good luck with the Recollections brand envelopes sold at Michaels. Those come in a variety of A sizes.

 

For my personal letters, I use the Southworth Resume 100% cotton #10, which can be purchased at OfficeDepot/Staples. They make my pens feel a little dry, but I havent had problems with feathering or bleedthrough.

 

For a really fun experience, I suggest going to an local commercial office paper supplier and ask if they have a sample room that local designers can use. Lucky for you, the Twin Cites have a such a supplier- Anchor Paper Co. Visit one of the Express stores, in Plymouth or Roseville, bring your fountain pen, speak with someone there to help you select what you need.

Edited March 18, 2018 by AppendixC

[Tweel]

For my personal letters, I use the Southworth 100% cotton #10, which can be purchased at OfficeDepot/Staples.

 

If you like them, you might want to stock up. Southworth shut down their mill last August and filed for bankruptcy in September.

[Ted A]

There’s a Paper Patisserie on Selby in St. Paul next door to WA Frost. It’s a small store but fas a nice selection of quality stationery

[Charles Rice]

 

If you like them, you might want to stock up. Southworth shut down their mill last August and filed for bankruptcy in September.

 

As far as I know, the mill in Wisconsin is still producing. I was in Office Max yesterday, and there was no shortage of Southworth Paper. I believe the paper is produced by Neenah. Also, the website makes no mention of being out of business.

 

I do use a lot of Southworth Resume. Another good place to checkout in the Twin Cities would be Papyrus. I go to the one in the Galeria. My favorite paper is Crane, but depending on size, you might have to order it.

[AppendixC]

Another good place to checkout in the Twin Cities would be Papyrus. I go to the one in the Galeria. My favorite paper is Crane, but depending on size, you might have to order it.

 

While Papyrus has an excellent selection, I found their prices on Crane paper to be a bit high. What I saw on the shelf was something like $20 for a pack of 50 sheets. At my local paper supplier, a ream of 500 Crane letter sheets costs me $75-80.

 

(Dont get me wrong, I think Papyrus is a fine store.)

Edited March 18, 2018 by AppendixC

[Vunter]

Ive had good luck with the Recollections brand envelopes sold at Michaels. Those come in a variety of A sizes.

 

For my personal letters, I use the Southworth Resume 100% cotton #10, which can be purchased at OfficeDepot/Staples. They make my pens feel a little dry, but I havent had problems with feathering or bleedthrough.

 

For a really fun experience, I suggest going to an local commercial office paper supplier and ask if they have a sample room that local designers can use. Lucky for you, the Twin Cites have a such a supplier- Anchor Paper Co. Visit one of the Express stores, in Plymouth or Roseville, bring your fountain pen, speak with someone there to help you select what you need.

 

 

There’s a Paper Patisserie on Selby in St. Paul next door to WA Frost. It’s a small store but fas a nice selection of quality stationery

 

 

 

As far as I know, the mill in Wisconsin is still producing. I was in Office Max yesterday, and there was no shortage of Southworth Paper. I believe the paper is produced by Neenah. Also, the website makes no mention of being out of business.

 

I do use a lot of Southworth Resume. Another good place to checkout in the Twin Cities would be Papyrus. I go to the one in the Galeria. My favorite paper is Crane, but depending on size, you might have to order it.

 

 

While Papyrus has an excellent selection, I found their prices on Crane paper to be a bit high. What I saw on the shelf was something like $20 for a pack of 50 sheets. At my local paper supplier, a ream of 500 Crane letter sheets costs me $75-80.

 

(Dont get me wrong, I think Papyrus is a fine store.)

Since this thread was from awhile ago I ended up doing more research and ended up going with Southworth for the bulk of my supply since many like the brand. I also agree that papyrus has a wide selection but the prices are a little high. Since papyrus had high prices I restricted myself from buying a lot and only gonna use the stuff I bought for special love letters. Although I have a suspicion I'll end up buying more since sending letters to my lovey dovey has gotten out of hand lol.

[Tweel]

 

As far as I know, the mill in Wisconsin is still producing. I was in Office Max yesterday, and there was no shortage of Southworth Paper.

 

They're already selling off equipment, and putting their properties up for auction. There's still paper for sale because they had around $3 million worth finished when they shut down.

Edited March 20, 2018 by Tweel

[Chuck400b]

I was under the impression Neenah bought Southworth trademarks and such?

 

https://www.opi.net/news/southworth-paper-shuts-up-shop/

Edited March 22, 2018 by Chuck400b

[Runnin_Ute]

Is Mackay Envelope still around? I know they were Twin Cities based.