OGURA LACE - NATURAL

Ogura Lace Decorative Paper – Natural

Description & Appearance:
Ogura Lace paper is a delicate, handmade Japanese paper known for its web-like, lace-textured surface created from long kozo fibers (mulberry bark). The Natural version is a soft, off-white or cream tone, showcasing its airy, organic fiber network with beautiful translucency. Its elegant appearance mimics lace while offering more durability and versatility.

Uses:
This unique paper is perfect for:

• Overlay in invitations, cards, and wedding stationery

• Lamination or backing in bookbinding and journaling

• Window matting and decorative framing

• Scrapbooking and collage layers

• Lamp shades, luminarias, or mixed media light-based projects

• Découpage and paper layering in fine art and craft projects

Compatible Mediums:

• Best suited for dry media like graphite, pastel, and colored pencil when layered over solid surfaces

• Ideal for adhesive layering, cutting, and collage

• May be used with light ink or acrylic applications when backed with a support sheet

• Not recommended for direct heavy wet media due to its open fiber structure

Features & Benefits:

• Handmade from strong kozo fibers — lightweight yet remarkably durable

• Lace-like texture adds dimension and sophistication to any project

• Semi-translucent — ideal for overlay work, layering, or light diffusion

• Acid-free and eco-friendly — made from renewable materials, perfect for archival use

• Elegant and versatile — blends seamlessly into both modern and traditional designs