MY FAVORITE CRAFTY THINGS 2020: PAPER & ENVELOPES + GIVEAWAY!

Welcome back for more of My Favorite Crafty Things 2020! (Finally, lol.) Today is all about paper, envelopes, and mailing.

In this series, I will be sharing my favorite crafty products of 2020. Each post will have a different topic with a video. If you haven’t checked out THIS video, please do so – it explains how the series works.

If you are shopping, be sure to check out my Crafty Updates and Sales Page HERE for discount codes!

Let’s get this started! Today I am focusing on papers and envelopes.

[Warning: This video is LONG. Lots to share! All products are linked to multiple sources in the thumbnails. Affiliate links may be used at no cost to you. Please note that I purchased most of the products in this post personally, but not all. Regardless, the decision to include them in this list was my own. I truly like these products and companies. For more info, visit HERE. If you have questions, please email me.]

If you are interested in any products, click on one of the store icons under the product images. *** Also, if you are interested in seeing the videos I have done using particular products, click the heart icon under the product. ***

Here are my suggestions…

Neenah Classic Classic Solar White…
[ AMZUS ]
Neenah Classic Crest 110lb Cardstock
[ SSS ]
(THIN) Neenah Exact Index
[ AMZUS ]
Inexpensive Heavyweight Accent Opaque…
[ AMZUS ]
Brutus Monroe Not Your Mamas Cardstock
[ SSS | BMR ]
Tim Holtz Heavyweight White Cardstock
[ SSS ]
Tim Holtz Heavyweight Kraft Cardstock
[ SSS ]
Tim Holtz Watercolor Paper
[ SSS ]
Tim Holtz Black Matte Alcohol Ink…
[ SSS ]
Erin Lee Creative Black Glossy Cardstock
[ ERN ]
Erin Lee Creative Holographic Cardstock
[ ERN ]
Lawn Fawn Pearlescent Vellum
[ SSS | LWN | ELH ]
Memory Box Glitter Paper
[ SSS ]
Memory Box Paper Pack Collection
[ SSS ]
Hero Arts Pitch Black Cardstock
[ SSS | HA ]
Lawn Fawn Fog Cardstock
[ SSS | LWN ]
Simon Says Stamp Fog Cardstock
[ SSS ]
Spellbinders Cardstock
[ SPL ]
Gina K Cardstock
[ GNK ]
Hero Arts Hues Cardstock
[ SSS | HA ]
Taylored Expressions Cardstock
[ TE ]
Concord & 9th Cardstock
[ SSS | C&9 ]
Gina K Envelopes
[ GNK ]
Simon Says Stamp Envelopes
[ SSS ]
Taylored Expressions Envelopes
[ TE ]
Simon Says Stamp Envelope Die
[ SSS | JNN ]
My Favorite Things Envelopes
[ MFT ]
Taylored Expressions Mini Slimline…
[ TE ]
Simon Says Stamp Mini Slimline Envelopes
[ SSS ]
Simon Says Stamp Mini Slimline…
[ SSS | JNN ]
Taylored Expressions Mini Slimline Cards
[ TE ]
My Favorite Things Slimline Envelopes
[ MFT ]
Slimline Envelopes
[ SSS ]
Kat Scrappiness Slimline Envelopes
[ KATS ]
Clear Sleeve for Envelope
[ SSS ]
Card Mailers
[ AMZUS ]
Bubble Mailer
[ AMZUS ]
Scor Buddy Scoring Board
[ SSS ]
Altenew bone Folder
[ SSS | ALTN ]
Tim Holtz Trimmer
[ SSS | ELH ]
Altenew Diamond Starts 3d Embossing…
[ ALTN ]
Spellbinders Platinum 6 Die Cut Machine
[ SSS | SPL ]
Stackable Divided Cube Organizers
[ AMZUS ]
Paper Pad Storage
[ AMZUS ]
Job Ticket Holders
[ AMZUS ]

SERIES

To check out more of this series, head HERE. I hope it is helpful!

See you soon for more of My Favorite Crafty Things 2020.

GIVEAWAYS

Throughout this series, I will have LOTS of prizes! Today I am giving away a $50 gift certificate to Spellbinders! For your chance to win a giveaway, leave a comment below by 11:59pmEST on 3/20/21. (To leave a comment, scroll down to the bottom of this post on my blog and click the blue “leave a comment” button. The winner’s name will be randomly selected, emailed and posted on my “Winners page” after the giveaway closes. International folks are eligible, too! Prize personally donated.)

Be back soon!

 

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504 thoughts on “MY FAVORITE CRAFTY THINGS 2020: PAPER & ENVELOPES + GIVEAWAY!”

  1. Monica Linerode says:

    That’s awesome of you to give away a gift certificate. Thanks for your thoughtfulness.

  2. SherylH says:

    Some great new information (and reminders). Love the multicolour packs of paper from Memory Box and Spellbinders.

  3. janesprando says:

    Jennifer, you for explaining the different kinds of paper. I really will use this info!

  4. JenBest says:

    I have been waiting for this video! There have been so many changes in card stock offerings it’s so wonderful to hear about your favorites.

  5. Thank you so much for all your great videos, I watch them repeatedly and have learned so much from you. Thank you for so generously sharing your time and considerable talent. It is deeply appreciated and admired! I love knowing what skilled crafters find to be their favorite supplies, thanks for the tips and insights.

  6. Nina Marshall says:

    I loved this video. I struggle with getting the right paper for the right project. I’ve bought more paper than I care to admit only to give it away because it just didn’t perform the way I expected it to. Thanks for all the info.

  7. Ophélie says:

    Thank you I finally understand why not all 110lb card stock are the same!

  8. Amy McCue says:

    I love when you do your favorite crafty things posts. I bought some of the inexpensive Amazon card stock you recommended. I like it so far!

  9. Jody V says:

    Thmk you so much for sharing your knowledge with us. You have great ideas and information. Thank you.

  10. Sandy Boynton says:

    I so enjoy these videos they give you so many options and the why of them. Thank you for taking the time to do them.

  11. Becky Egecrone says:

    Thank you for sharing so much good information about the products on the market. So much is out there and it’s good to get a recommendation from an experienced and talented crafter.

  12. Amy Ulen says:

    I really appreciate the cardstock comparisons. It was very informative. Thank you! I’m also super excited about ordering some colored envelopes. 🙂

  13. Yolande Bergeron says:

    Merci, Jennifer,
    I watch your vidéo: My Favorite Crafty Things 2020: PAPER & ENVELOPES, very interesting.
    I make my own envelopes. Can you tell me what is the best GSM Weight to make envelopes?
    I like to know the GSM weight when I purchase cardstock.
    I thank you in advance for the information.
    Merci
    Yolande

  14. Lori A. says:

    Thank you for all the great information! Great explanation about different weights of paper.

  15. Amy says:

    I have been using solar white since you talked about it on another video. Thanks for the information.

  16. Susan M says:

    Spellbinders makes quality products for crafters.

  17. Fonda Rush says:

    I’m glad that finally I know the kind of Neenah brand paper to buy if I want a heavy card stock, and YOU were the one to finally explain the difference! Thank you!

  18. Nana711 says:

    Thank you for devoting so much time for this video and for all of the details.

  19. geraldine aldamuy says:

    excellent explanation and clarification on the use and reason for use each paper

  20. Barbara Koppelman says:

    Thanks Jennifer for all the very useful information! I never miss your videos and am grateful for all of them…I learn so much from you and always enjoy the techniques. I have tried many of them! Hugs to you!

  21. PLH says:

    I really liked you paper comparison. I learned a lot from it and will be upgrading my paper stash. Thank you!

  22. AnnB says:

    Your videos are so helpful to me Jennifer! Thanks so much for all the effort you put in,and for sharing so many crafty tips.xx

  23. Melanie T says:

    I love all your videos and the tips and tricks that go with them. Thank you!

  24. Tammy Massey says:

    This is another great addition to the Favorite Crafty Things series! I learned so much about paper. I will definitely be buying some of those cube organizers! Thank you!

  25. Karen H says:

    Thank you for always sharing all your information with us. I learn a lot from you.

  26. Emilia Stråge says:

    I love to look at al YT videos you do, and learn alot, almost everything I’ve learnt I’ve seen from you. Lern and do my own twist. This is kinda new stuff to me, but I’d realised that it gives me some peace inside when I’m doing it. And I’ve realised that its really fun and creative to do it with the kids too. 🥰

  27. Denise J says:

    I really enjoy watching your videos! I am new to card making and would like to see some updated videos about storage. I am being over run with supplies, lol. Thanks for your inspiration!

  28. Jennifer L. says:

    Thank you for all the helpful information in your video series.

  29. Juana Henriquez-Postle says:

    Wow… I really learned a lot about weight and different kinds of papers for making cards. I really liked the Erin Lee Creative Black Glossy and the holographic. I don’t think I can find those here where I live.
    Thank you for the video.

  30. ava gavloski says:

    I always appreciate your teaching and sharing of information within our industry. Paper info is appreciated.

  31. Pat Gasko says:

    I love your videos and I love not only watching them but listening to them. You have the perfect voice for explaining, informing and describing. You’re such a pleasure so glad I found your blog years ago.

  32. Marisela Delgado says:

    Envelopes, envelopes, envelopes! I love envelopes!

  33. Monica S says:

    Jennifer, thank you so much for all of the time and energy you put into your videos, especially these My Favorite Things series. It is deeply appreciated!! I always learn so much from your videos. Thank you for sharing your talent with all of us.

  34. Linda Meunier says:

    This was a huge help for me with the Neenah papers! I never knew about the difference in the gsm. I always looked at just the cover weight. Thank you for this!

  35. Always SO very helpful to learn the pros and cons of specific products. I especially appreciate your sensitivity to the cost of materials and the information you provide on options that are more affordable. Thank you!

  36. Susanbcards says:

    I had no idea there could be differences within a brand, I thought all Neenah was the same!

  37. Sandi Calhoun says:

    I love your blog and your You Tube videos. I always learn so much from you. Sometimes, I even jump over to SSS and place an order immediately.

    Thank you for all of your hard work.

  38. Wilma D Figueroa says:

    Thanks for always sharing what works for you! I use both Nina and Accent too:)

  39. Debby Allen says:

    I would have so much fun having $50.00 to spend on Spellbinders products! I could really enjoy the products I need to follow Jennifer McGuire’s projects!

  40. Lorraine Gall says:

    Your videos are sooo informative, I love them. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and view points with us. I always learn things from you!!

  41. Barbara Chmura says:

    I always look forward to your favorites, Jennifer. Great explanations for why you favor the product. I liked your analysis of the white yardstick differences. Very scientific. TY.

  42. Great paper info, I learned a lot and appreciate this video. Thank you 🙂

  43. Jessica Yoder-Jones says:

    You are so talented!!!!

  44. Lisa W. says:

    I always watch your videos and take away great info! Thank you for all of them!

  45. May God bless you and yours and all who read your wonderful posts says:

    I always look forward to this series. Always learn a lot. Thank you so much for all you do!

  46. Gail says:

    I appreciate your explanation of why the same weight paper can be soooo different,

  47. s1patrick says:

    I love all your work, and the my favorite crafty things are always helpful, I really hope that you do a craft room tour again.

  48. Sandy Menotti says:

    I love those storage cubes! Time to get organized.

  49. Sheryl Wineberg says:

    I didn’t realize there was so much to know about paper. Thanks for all the info.

  50. Richard Breaks says:

    Great information as always! Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

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