Printing on Ivory, White & Silkweave Papers and Cards — A Real-Life Comparison

Choosing between ivory textured, white textured, and silkweave papers and cards can be tricky when you're shopping online. Colour descriptions only go so far — what really matters is how each stock looks and performs when it comes out of your printer. Below you'll find real-life printing videos for each paper and card in our ivory and white textured range, so you can see exactly what to expect before you buy.


Silkweave Linen Textured Cards — Home Printing Demo

Watch this short video showing how our silkweave linen textured card prints at home — including the linen texture, colour tone, and print sharpness across the range.


Ivory Textured Paper — GF Smith Accent Antique

GF Smith Accent Antique Magnolia is a warm ivory paper with a distinctive laid texture — fine parallel lines that give it a classic, heritage feel. Available in two weights: 110gsm for folding and layering, and 150gsm for single-sheet pieces that will be handled frequently.

A4 Ivory Textured Paper 110gsm

Watch how the 110gsm Accent Antique Magnolia performs through a home inkjet printer — including the warm ivory tone, laid texture, and print sharpness.

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A4 Ivory Textured Paper 150gsm

The heavier 150gsm version of Accent Antique Magnolia — ideal for menus, certificates, and invitations. See how it handles home printing and the substantial feel it delivers.

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White Textured Paper — Alabaster

For a cooler, cleaner alternative to ivory, our Alabaster white textured paper offers the same laid finish in a soft warm white — ideal when you want the texture without the warmth of Magnolia.

A4 Alabaster White Textured Paper 150gsm

The Alabaster 150gsm is a soft warm white with the same laid texture as Accent Antique — a subtle, understated alternative to ivory. Printing video coming soon.

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Silkweave Linen Textured Cards — By Colour

Silkweave is a linen-effect textured card with a fine woven surface that catches the light differently to laid paper. Available in Ivory and White (Diamond White) at 250gsm — each with a distinct tone. The YouTube video above shows how the silkweave texture and colours look when printed at home.

Ivory Linen Silkweave Textured A4 Card 250gsm

GF Smith Accent Callisto Pearl Silkweave in a warm ivory tone. The linen-weave texture on the front gives every piece a refined, tactile quality — ideal for wedding stationery, menus, and premium crafts.

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White Linen Silkweave Textured A4 Card 250gsm

GF Smith Accent Callisto Diamond White Silkweave in a crisp, bright white. The same linen-weave texture in a clean, contemporary tone — ideal for modern stationery and bold print colours.

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Cream Magnolia Silkweave Textured A4 Card 270gsm

This video compares Cream Magnolia, Ivory, and White Silkweave card side by side — showing the colour differences and how the linen texture looks in real life.

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Cream Magnolia Linen Silkweave Textured A4 Paper 150gsm

The lighter 150gsm silkweave paper in Cream Magnolia — ideal for folding, inserts, and layered stationery. See the linen texture and warm cream tone in action.

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Which Paper or Card Is Right for You?

  • Ivory Textured (Accent Antique Magnolia) — warm ivory with a classic laid finish. Best for heritage, artisanal, and traditional stationery.
  • Alabaster White Textured — soft warm white with the same laid finish. Best when you want texture without the ivory warmth.
  • Ivory Silkweave (Callisto Pearl) — warm ivory with a fine linen woven texture. Elegant and tactile, ideal for premium stationery.
  • White Silkweave (Diamond White) — clean, bright white with linen texture. Best for contemporary designs and bold print colours.
  • Cream Magnolia Silkweave — warm cream with a fine linen woven texture. Sits between ivory and white with a distinctive warmth.

All papers and cards in this range are compatible with home inkjet and laser printers. For best results, use a heavy paper or premium paper setting and a manual or rear-feed path where available.

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