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The Richness of Rags:
Social Help for Newlyweds
(BNN) Given the importance of marriage, it’s too bad the
county clerk’s office doesn’t use a better quality of
paper in their marriage certificates. Better paper can be found
in preprinted refrigerator warranties!
If you want a wedding gift to be enjoyed and long-remembered,
there’s one sure way to outclass the county recorder: personalized
stationery, notes and cards on 100% cotton or "rag"
paper. This gift announces the couple’s new identity, and
encourages them to stay in touch with family and friends. Chances
are a new couple has many thank you notes to write. Help them
do it in style!
Paper made from cotton has distinctive qualities that other papers
cannot duplicate. Because these papers are not made from trees
they will not yellow, fade or turn brittle over time, ensuring
they will last for many years.
Engraved notes, cards and sheets can be used by either men or
women, although it is more customary for men to use cards and
women to use notes.
Engraving is the finest method of printing available. The engraving
process creates beautifully detailed printing and a distinctive
"bruise" on the back of the paper that denotes its quality.
The engraved image is created using an etched copper die. Ink
is applied only to the etched areas, and the engraving process
actually presses the paper into the etched and inked area, creating
both the finest image and a unique three-dimensional look and
feel to the finished sheet. An engraving die can be used over
and over again, and makes the gift of stationery a lasting one
for the new couple.
Etiquette for how a couple’s name appears on personal stationery
is less strict these days, so you can chose to have just the couple’s
first names, such as "Wendy and Peter," or you may prefer
a more traditional approach such as "Peter and Wendy Hopkins."
Decisions about the format of the name, a yet-to-be-settled address,
and other choices–-such as one or two e-mail addresses–-often
present a thicket to work through patiently. Discussion assists
success, and when in doubt, a gift certificate for personalized
stationery is always appreciated.
Because the social needs of newlyweds are many, a timely gift
of fine cotton paper wins points! Learn more about stationery
selection at Crane.com. Your local paper sources may
also offer more ideas.
Here’s a suggestion for newlyweds: Bring 100% cotton paper
to the county clerk’s office when you get your marriage license.
Perhaps they will accommodate you and print your license on a
paper that is suitable for framing and will last for years!
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