MD Product Envelopes Cotton horizontal (8 pcs.)

MD Product Cotton Envelopes in landscape West format are crafted from the same cotton paper as the MD Cotton writing pad – a white, subtly textured fine paper with 20% cotton pulp that feels noticeably different from ordinary writing paper: soft, with a gently cushioned resistance under the nib and an open, velvety surface. Each envelope consists of two layers of this paper, which together provide opacity and give the envelope unusual strength.

Features

• MD Cotton fine paper with 20% cotton pulp: The cotton fibres give the paper an open, textile surface and a soft feel. Fountain pens glide smoothly across it; ink appears crisp without sinking in.
• Two-layer construction: Two layers of MD Cotton paper stacked together – this keeps letter contents reliably hidden and makes the envelope significantly sturdier than single-ply versions. Nothing shows through, even with stronger inks.
• Gummed closure with adhesive strip: The adhesive strip peels away easily and seals cleanly – no moistening required. The closure sits securely.
• West format, landscape: 180 × 114 mm – the classic format for handwritten letters, matching the MD Cotton writing pad in A5 format, so pages removed or folded from the pad fit perfectly inside.
• No postcode field: The front is free from pre-printed fields – the envelope remains visually calm and allows complete freedom in addressing.
• Made in Japan: Developed and produced by Designphil (Midori) in Japan.

Use & Tips

• Address with a fountain pen: The soft Cotton surface responds beautifully to fountain pens of all nib widths. Black and blue-black ink appears particularly crisp on the white background; rich, lustrous inks also work without issue.
• Pair with the MD Cotton writing pad: An A5 sheet can be folded into thirds or quarters and will fit perfectly in the envelope – letter and envelope from the same paper for a coherent, unified look.
• For calligraphy projects: The open, lightly textured surface of Cotton paper suits pointed-nib calligraphy with thinned ink as well as broad-nib lettering. The fibres are soft enough that the nib won't catch.
• Sealing with sealing wax: The two-layer construction and strength of the Cotton paper make these envelopes robust enough for sealing wax on the back – a detail that often causes waviness on thinner papers.
• Light white inks: Addressing the envelope with white fountain pen ink creates a subtly matte contrast on the white background – a refined look for special correspondence.

For Letter-Writing Enthusiasts

MD Cotton paper was originally developed for sketching and watercolour – the cotton fibres allow a degree of moisture absorption without the paper immediately becoming wavy. As envelope material, this means: fountain pen ink on the outside dries slightly more slowly than on highly glazed paper, but sits deeper in the fibre structure and barely smudges after drying. Those accustomed to addressing highly calendered paper will find the slightly altered writing feel – a touch more grip, a touch less glide – quite characteristic. The two-layer construction is not glued; rather, the paper is folded into envelope form and bonded at the edges, giving the whole a noticeable wall thickness.

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