Save Money On Cardstock!! | Full Comparison Of Affordable Options

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  • Опубликовано: 1 авг 2024
  • Let's save some money on cardstock! I find that the most popular brand in the paper crafting world is quite pricey so today I'm comparing a few different brands and seeing if our most common techniques will hold up to the test. In this video we will take a look at the weight and brightness of the cardstock, how well we can ink blend and alcohol marker color, and also, how they score and fold.
    --SUPPLIES--
    Accent Opaque 120lb Cardstock:
    --- amzn.to/2V6Us9q [Amazon]
    Accent Opaque 100 lb Cardstock:
    --- amzn.to/3aVRzyQ [Amazon]
    Accent Opaque 80lb Cardstock;
    --- amzn.to/2UGsvX0 [Amazon]
    Neenah Classic Crest Solar White 110lb 250/pkg
    --- amzn.to/2RdH822 [Amazon]
    Neenah Classic Crest Super Smooth Solar White 80lb
    --- amzn.to/2xPt6g6 [Amazon]
    --- shrsl.com/1o50v [Scrapbook.com]
    Micheal's Recollections 110 lb Cardstock - In stores
    TOOLS:
    Diamond Handle Blending Brush: Hand Held:
    --- amzn.to/2Ju7UPs [Amazon]
    Makeup Brushes: Yoseng 10 Pieces Professional Soft Vegan Makeup Brushes Set
    --- amzn.to/342eBS4 [Amazon]
    Teflon Bone Folder:
    --- amzn.to/39CbBgy [Amazon]
    Pack of 3 Silicone Mats:
    --- amzn.to/2R2AjQA [Amazon]
    INK:
    Catherine Pooler Life of the Party Party Collection:
    --- shop.catherinepooler.com/prod... [Catherine Pooler]
    --- shrsl.com/1o5nj [Scrapbook.com]
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    Some product links used are compensated affiliate links. I earn a small revenue each time you click through and purchase the product(s) listed and note there is no additional cost to you.

Комментарии • 523

  • @marypolancodesigns
    @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +19

    Thanks so much for watching! Be sure to share your favorite affordable cardstock too!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      Haha, I just can't keep spending SO much more on cardstock when there are others that do the same thing. I need that money for ink I have enough of. lol

  • @neildeluca7629
    @neildeluca7629 3 года назад +15

    I have been in printing and working with paper for 42 years. One very important factor for folding is grain direction. The second dimension is usually the grain direction. 8 1/2 x 11 will fold with the 11 direction better then across the 8 1/2. To make this confusing some papers are “short grain “ or have the grain run the other way. Sample fold the paper both directions and try to design your project to fold with the grain. Even though we have professional scoring equipment, when possible we take paper grain direction into consideration. I am a bit of a paper nerd!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  3 года назад +2

      This is awesome! Thank you so much for sharing Neil! I will definitely try that out next time I do it. I'm a paper nerd too but not in the cool way like you...I just like to play with it. haha

  • @bforgiveness
    @bforgiveness 4 года назад +28

    I so appreciate the time, effort and expense you put into doing your comparison videos. You've convinced me your channel is well worth subscribing to! Again, thank you!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      Oh thank you so much for such kind and encouraging words. I appreciate that so very much!

  • @manjeetachand165
    @manjeetachand165 3 года назад

    Thank you! This was really useful to me as someone whose starting cardmaking. Answered every question I had about papers and if inks will blend on it. But what I liked most is that you went through everyone's response and replied 😊 thanks for your time and effort.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  3 года назад

      Thank you so much for this comment; that's so kind of you. YES I love talking to all of you so it's my pleasure to grab my coffee and sit to reply!

  • @midnightcrafter1618
    @midnightcrafter1618 4 года назад +2

    God bless you, Mary!! Thank you for taking the time to do all of these fabulous reviews for us!! I have gone with so many of your recommendations in the past and have been so happy! I am actually running low on my Neenah 80 and I will now be switching to the Accent 80. Thank you!❤️❤️❤️

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      Oh my pleasure, thank you so much for this! Yes give it a go; I don't think you'll be disappointed! YAY! saving money is so fun!

  • @ElleLizzyMay
    @ElleLizzyMay 4 года назад +7

    I ordered the accent and was great! Thank you for recommending it! I love your comparison videos. ❤️

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thank you so much ElleLizzy! I really appreciate that! Truly!

  • @kiminalaska9363
    @kiminalaska9363 4 года назад

    Thank you for taking the time to make this video. It is always nice when someone in the know shows you that quality doesn’t have to be expensive.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      I'm so happy it was helpful! Thanks for letting me know. My pleasure! :)

  • @vanessawitkowski2251
    @vanessawitkowski2251 4 года назад +2

    Mary as always you are the best. Love you, love you, love you. Great review. I could watch your videos all day. They make me so happy, love to hear your happy voice. Hugs. Thank you for taking the time to do all this work for us crafters, so we can budget best. Muah.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Awww I love you love you love you back, Vanessa!!! So kind! You just know how to make a gal's day! Big hugs!

  • @julieb8946
    @julieb8946 7 месяцев назад

    I CANNOT believe that I am JUST NOW SEEING this fantastic video! I absolutely LOVE your research/comparisons! You are awesome! A belated HUGE thanks for this information! 🥰

  • @oceandreamer1958
    @oceandreamer1958 4 года назад

    Great video, Mary! We all appreciate you doing these comparison videos to help us know what’s best for us and to save money!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Debbie. My pleasure. I really love finding savings amidst a see of over pricing. Lol

  • @cherin6037
    @cherin6037 4 года назад +1

    Great video Mary as always. What a wonderful job you do at helping us all find the best product to meet our needs!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      oh thank you Cheri! My pleasure completely! I learn so much too

  • @cynthiakoop2837
    @cynthiakoop2837 4 года назад +14

    Mary, I took your recommendation from another video when you mentioned the Accent brand of cardstock and I am very happy I did! Thank you for all your hard work you do for us crafters. I will be using Accent cardstock from now on.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Oh thank you so much for confirming that it was good. I love it when you pop in for the follow up. YAY! Thank you so much, Cynthia!

  • @thefrugalcrafter
    @thefrugalcrafter 4 года назад +5

    Thanks Mary! This was helpful, I'll will have to check out the accent opaque #100. Happy crafting!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thanks so much Lindsay! I so appreciate the feedback! :)

  • @denisehbisme
    @denisehbisme 4 года назад +7

    Mary thank you for your labor intensive research to help many of us save money. This crafting hobby can be quite costly and all the products out there makes it overwhelming at times. I love your comparison videos and trust you, because you show us what you are doing and save us all time and $ to spend on other crafting products. I have been using the paper from Michaels and also Scrapbooking Made Simple: Simply Defined and have been happy.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      This is such a sweet message, Denise! thank you so much! I really appreciate it. I love it when you find good deals! It's so important to save where we can.

  • @seeingdragons4319
    @seeingdragons4319 2 года назад

    I am just starting to do dioramas and this is EXACTLY the video I was looking for. THANK you so much. Great job!

  • @rebeccadavis7916
    @rebeccadavis7916 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for all your work on these vids. They have REALLY helped me.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  3 года назад

      You are very welcome Thank you so much for letting me know!

  • @danacolosimo5874
    @danacolosimo5874 4 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for for this 😊 you have covered everything as I was so confused and this has been so helpful 🥰 thank you so much for sharing ❤️❤️😘🥰

  • @juliekoester7776
    @juliekoester7776 Год назад

    I just found your video and I can’t thank you enough!!! I relatively new card making. I was very confused if paper is marked the same weight how one could actually way more than the other??! You truly, truly help me so very much! Thank you Miss Mary! ♥️

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  Год назад

      I'm so grateful this video was helpful! Thank you for taking the time to let me know. Welcome to card making

  • @neenahjay5712
    @neenahjay5712 4 года назад

    Excellent video! I can't tell you how much I appreciate them! Some of us crafts can't afford the top prices for products. ❤️

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      My pleasure, Neenah! I'm so happy they can be helpful! And cardstock is a must for what we do so it's important we don't spend a ton on it.

  • @Fit_Kitty
    @Fit_Kitty 4 года назад

    Awesome video, Mary! I love it when you do these comparisons for us so we can save money! You are amazing! I've tried the Accent cardstock on your recommendation in a previous video, and it's great! Looking forward to that alcohol marker / cardstock comparison! Thank you for all you do!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thanks so much! Yes the alcohol marker review is a bit of a larger undertaking to edit in between this class I'm in. But it's coming I promise!

  • @susancrosier5420
    @susancrosier5420 4 года назад +1

    I too tried the 80# Accent from your previous video and love it. It also stamps very well. I am going to try the 100# also. It's a great cardstock. Thanks for all of your hard work.💜

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      My pleasure Susan, thanks so much for the follow up. The 100# is just perfect for anything; my new fave! lol

  • @crystalbivins417
    @crystalbivins417 4 года назад +4

    Great comparison. I mostly use the Recollections brand. I have purchased a small amount of the Neenah in the past and felt the Recollections brand was comparable. Now I want to try the Accent brand. Thank you for doing all the leg work.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      My pleasure, Crystal, thanks so much for weighing in and sharing your choice. I just feel like the Neenah is just too much when you make a ton of cards.

  • @charsbabushka
    @charsbabushka 4 года назад

    Thank you. I purchased some of the accent paper on amazon. I have not had a chance to try it out or ever pay much attention to it. I love that it is a brighter white. I appreciate you bringing this paper to my attention.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      My pleasure Joyce! I hope you love it; it's really great!

  • @chaundasumara
    @chaundasumara 4 года назад

    I'm new to paper crafting. I truly b appreciate you taking the time to educate me. Thanks

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      oh it's my pleasure, Chaunda! Thanks so much for letting me know. Check out my "Product review playlist" when you have time because I go into depth on a lot of supplies!

  • @wordscrafter
    @wordscrafter 4 года назад

    Thanks so much for this. I love your reviews, they're so in depth and helpful. I have some neenah 80lb just for alcohol blending, but I also have recollections 110lb. Looks like accent will become my new thing. I really appreciate the time you took to do this for us, thank you!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thank you so much for this! I appreciate so much that you appreciate it, truly! I enjoy doing these because I learn so much along the way. And so glad I will not be spending a ton on cardstock anymore. YAY!

  • @kymnstanley3165
    @kymnstanley3165 4 года назад +1

    One of the best and informative videos I have seen. Thank you for helping me understand the difference in paper weights, I had no idea about the GSM.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      WOW Kymn, thank you for such an encouraging comment. I really appreciate that! Thank you!

  • @tressiesalton2813
    @tressiesalton2813 4 года назад

    Thanks so much for all the hard work you put out to help lots and lots of people out here! Great review! Thanks for your hard work getting all this info out to all of us. Appreciate you Mary! ❤

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thank you so much Tressie! It's my pleasure. I just want to pass on the things that I've had trouble with and learned ab it about. YAY! This is a huge savings!

  • @terriconrad4612
    @terriconrad4612 4 года назад

    Really excellent comparisons! You are a champ for taking the time doing this and I for one thank you! Wonderful!!

  • @kittymauger7041
    @kittymauger7041 4 года назад

    Thank you for this video! I just ordered my accent paper and am so happy to be saving the money. I look forward to your marker comparison video too.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thanks so much Kitty!! I hope you love it as much as me. Yay!!!

  • @lindarc8860
    @lindarc8860 4 года назад

    I always enjoy your comparison videos. I think you give the most honest unbiased opinions. Nothing worse than watching someone hawk a product that isn't really a great product. When I first started card making about 3 years ago, I fell hook line and sinker, I've wised up quite a bit since them. This is on my list, but I have to use up all my Neenah first.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thank you so much for such an encouraging comment! That compliment means a lot to me! I really appreciate that! I have lots of Neenah to go through as well! You'll see me use both for a while. :) Thanks again!

  • @MimiLisa1961
    @MimiLisa1961 4 года назад +7

    I bought Recollections paper in craft, black and white for bases. I was pleased with the weight for bases but found that the craft and the black were not square! I started cutting my paper in half for bases and found they weren’t lining up and after lots of investigation realized the pages were off by as much as 1/16 of an inch! Michaels exchanged it for me but I now take a t-square with me when buying paper. Thanks for putting in the work...I will be trying Accent soon!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      WOW, that is not good! Thank you so much for sharing; I had no idea that was an issue. I'm glad they did replace it for you!

    • @kiminalaska9363
      @kiminalaska9363 4 года назад +1

      And here I just thought I couldn’t cut anything straight no matter what trimmer I used!

    • @terismith4333
      @terismith4333 4 года назад

      @@kiminalaska9363 I have that very same problem & I have paper from Michaels. I never gave it a thought that the paper may not be straight cut. I just kept wondering what was wrong with me that I couldn't cut straight with my paper trimmer. Thanks Kim!

  • @missyleftrick5525
    @missyleftrick5525 4 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for this informative video! Card stock is one of those things that always stumps me!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      YES indeed, me too. That is why I did some research because I got duped big time. haha

  • @janeastwick1418
    @janeastwick1418 4 года назад

    I found Accent paper last September. I love it! Although when I bought it it was just over $11. Now it's over $14. I agree with you on the 100 lb paper. It's perfect! Another great video 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. I always love to hear your smiling voice 😀.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      Oh no, price going up! I don't like when that happens! :( Thanks so much for sharing!

  • @avidscrapper1
    @avidscrapper1 4 года назад +1

    This is such an awesome comparison and cleared up so much for me. Thanks for doing the review..

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Oh that is so so good to hear, thank you so much for letting me know. YAY!

  • @sharonbrown8742
    @sharonbrown8742 4 года назад +1

    Thank you! I need cardstock right now and I have been struggling paying the price for Neenah. Great to gave other very good choices..

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      I'm so glad this was helpful, Sharon! I was just finding it way to expensive (the Neenah). Glad I got this alternative!

  • @pennyf9886
    @pennyf9886 4 года назад

    Just purchased the 120 lb Accent and I Love it! It's perfect for one layer cards since it is very thick. It's quite challenging to score for card bases but totally worth it to me. Very bright white. There are matching envelopes too!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +2

      Wonderful! I love to hear this. For the 120 , i have to score it with a score tool and then fold it. I get a clean fold that way. YAY!

  • @byWingYee
    @byWingYee 4 года назад

    This is such a helpful comparison. Thank you so much for the details and sharing. Great video!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      Glad it was helpful! That is great to hear; thank you! Saving the money is where it's at! lol

  • @kellyskardsfl
    @kellyskardsfl 3 года назад

    Thank you for this video. I just ordered the Accent 100lb from Amazon for alcohol markers. Thanks for testing cardstock that's within my budget.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  3 года назад

      Awesome, i hope you love it. It is so much more affordable; i hope they don't change that.

  • @stankyp.7858
    @stankyp.7858 4 года назад

    I did the same thing with the Neenah Exact. So then I recollections and I loved it! I still love it. I'm next going to buy accent 120. Thank you for all of these comparison videos they're really very helpful.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thanks so much for the feedback. I'm so happy it was helpful! YAY !

  • @michelegourd5742
    @michelegourd5742 4 года назад

    Thanks so much for the video!! I love it when you do video's like this. It is very helpful and I bought some of the accent from seeing one of your other video's and I love it. The other is just to much money for me and the accent does the job and much less money!! Thanks again!!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      THanks so much for letting me know Michele! I do think it's such a great find. I really wish I remember who told me about it. I have to do a better job writing that stuff down. :(

  • @mjuarez808
    @mjuarez808 4 года назад

    I love these types of videos that you do. Useful and full of great information. And thanks to you I have soooo much more money to spent of other supplies. 😁😁

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      YAY Thanks so much Matt! I really appreciate that and yes I agree. Money on paper is boring...ink all the way! lol

  • @pennyf9886
    @pennyf9886 4 года назад

    Thank you so much for doing this review, so glad there is a less expensive alternative.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      Penny, my pleasure. I'm so happy it was useful! YAY! I appreciate you letting me know.

  • @makeitwithme1011
    @makeitwithme1011 4 года назад

    I must admit I'm glad Recollections scored well because it's so accessible and affordable here in my area. Thanks so much for all your hard work on this review. Awesome as always!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Yes Debbie, it's a great cardstock! I'm so glad it's easy for you to get! YAY!

  • @abirami3890
    @abirami3890 3 года назад

    Thank you so much.I was so confused to buy it.but your video made clear.

  • @Snail_mail_4_zoe
    @Snail_mail_4_zoe 4 года назад +2

    Excellent video as always! It would be fun to see a challenge where you send test sheets to your friends and have them rate their favorite without knowing which was which 🤩

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      Oh wow that is super fun idea! I love it! Thank you for that!

  • @denisemlady6063
    @denisemlady6063 4 года назад +1

    Thanks so much for the reviews. I was about to order some more Neenah but I think I will give the Accent brand a try.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      It's definitely worth it for the price. Other commenters have shared their reviews if you have a look; that might help.

  • @breinaburgin1438
    @breinaburgin1438 4 года назад

    Wow! I finally opened my Accent cardstock! I’m amazed. So sturdy, and smooth, in comparison to the GP I’ve been using for COPIC coloring and card bases!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Wonderful! LOVE hearing this! Yes I've been overpaying for 10 years. NO more! lol

  • @tracilord4854
    @tracilord4854 4 года назад

    Yay! I've been waiting for this video! Thanks Mary ❤😘

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      YAY! Thanks so much Traci! I'm trying to edit these videos fast as I can. lol

  • @mifferss
    @mifferss 4 года назад

    Excellent video, Mary!!! I’ve been using the Accent 110 and 80 # paper for about 18 months now, and have never looked back!! It’s almost the twin of Neenah’s at 1/3 the price and it’s even more white.... power to the people!!!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      I agree completely! YAY! So glad I found a better option!

  • @gobarb26
    @gobarb26 4 года назад

    Thank you for the comparison. I got a tremendous deal on Nina Classic Crest 110# white a couple of years ago. I had half cut into quarters and the other half into halves. I still have a bunch left but when I need to buy more, I will definitely go with the Accent 100#. I am putting it on my Amazon wish list so I don't forget which one I want!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      LOVE. A great deal as you can tell. Lol. Yes give it a try when you run out

  • @shannaprinceau1394
    @shannaprinceau1394 3 года назад

    Super helpful and informative. Thank you for making this!!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  3 года назад

      Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for letting me know. :) YAY

  • @MaryK-iw9xo
    @MaryK-iw9xo 4 года назад

    I love your comparison videos, Mary! I’m making a lot of cards for an organization so saving some money on staples (well, not staples, but paper - lol) would be very helpful. Thanks for the info!

  • @KathyaKalinine
    @KathyaKalinine 4 года назад

    Thank you, Mary, for doing this comparison! I’ve always just used the Recollections and I love the weight of of the 110lb. You just made me feel better using the Recollections brand! And my wallet thanks you, too! 😊

  • @elizabeththomas8657
    @elizabeththomas8657 4 года назад

    Thank you for this comparison! I am in need of white cardstock and I’m definitely buying Accent! Good looking out for the budget conscious crafter! U rock!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      My pleasure, thanks so much Elizabeth! I hope you love it as much as I do.

  • @saracampbell2891
    @saracampbell2891 2 года назад

    Thank you for offering this video. I have had questions about which cardstock to use for card based & what weight to use. I have had some problems with cracking using heavier cardstock. I didn't know about the GSM. . This was a very helpful video!

  • @karenpalmeri85
    @karenpalmeri85 4 года назад

    Mary, I tried the Accent Opaque 100lb after I saw one of your other review videos. I have to say, thank you, for doing the review. The Accent Opaque is perfect. I totally agree it works just as well as the Neenah at a much better price.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thank you so much Karen for sharing this with us! I really appreciate the feedback. I really am happy I found this because of the quality and price!

  • @donnamohler8720
    @donnamohler8720 4 года назад

    Thank you for doing this video. Lots of great information that I had questions about.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Oh thanks so much for the feedback, Donna! I really appreciate that!

  • @JosephWhitney-fj7pn
    @JosephWhitney-fj7pn Год назад

    Very clear and helpful. Thank you!

  • @lynneb9946
    @lynneb9946 4 года назад

    Thank you for this great comparison. I use Recollections a lot, but I do like the whiteness of the Accent.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thanks so much, Lynne. Yes I was so happy with the whiteness of it! SO GOOD!

  • @awad2584
    @awad2584 2 года назад

    Omg! thank you for saving me all the headaches 🙏😊

  • @betsybirge7934
    @betsybirge7934 4 года назад

    This was a great review Mary. I'm definitely going to try the Accent!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Oh thank you so much, Betsy! I really love it, such great paper!

  • @johncmullins5005
    @johncmullins5005 4 года назад

    Great presentation. Answered some questions I needed answered.

  • @melissasmuddle9728
    @melissasmuddle9728 4 года назад

    I just got 3 reams of Accent 80, 100 &120) and I love it so far. I plan to get some 65 for diy envelopes once I go through my Joann's paper. Thank you so much for introducing me to it! I've never used Neenah so I can't compare the two but I have no complaints about the Accent. I especially love the 120 for die cutting.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thanks so much for sharing! I love hearing how others love it too! It is such a great cardstock! YAY!

  • @ORMCraftyDesigns
    @ORMCraftyDesigns 4 года назад

    Never heard of Accent definitely going to give it a try. Thanks for sharing

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      It's such good paper! I was floored with the side by side comparison and felt silly for spending so much on paper!

  • @tamirose1646
    @tamirose1646 2 года назад

    Thank you so much for the explanation! so wonderful!

  • @kathyjames9796
    @kathyjames9796 4 года назад

    Thank you for doing this video! Very helpful comparison.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thanks so much Kathy! I really do appreciate that! I'm so glad it was helpful!

  • @ljbj4
    @ljbj4 3 года назад

    Thank you so much for this! I'm all in for saving money! Tfs!

  • @patriciathornton1086
    @patriciathornton1086 4 года назад

    Thanks for another great video. I saw another of your videos that recommended Accent paper...it is wonderful and quite a bargain. Thanks again for your informative videos.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      My pleasure, Patricia. I really do appreciate that! I am so happy you are finding it works well. I still have a lot of Neenah left but I'll be phasing out soon.

  • @april4244
    @april4244 4 года назад

    Thank you so much for such an informative video! The savings is great!

  • @kirriesummers5219
    @kirriesummers5219 2 года назад

    Thank you so much for sharing this experiment with us. I trust completely all your recommendations and find your methods to be precise, therefore honourable. This means everything to me. I would buy what you recommend. 🙂🇨🇦

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  2 года назад

      Oh this means so much to me thank you!!! Lately, the recommended cardstock here is hard to get so I'm on the hunt for a new one! :)

  • @kimj4383
    @kimj4383 4 года назад

    Thank you sooo much.. I was wondering if Neenah cardstock was worth the price and was looking for a good alternative. I watched many videos and yours was by far, the best. Love how you also compared the whiteness and the folding. Thanks-I'll be buying the Accent today!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      I'm so glad this was helpful! I was spending far too much money on the expensive stuff! YAY more money for ink. lol

  • @cherij9008
    @cherij9008 4 года назад

    I ❤❤ your comparison videos! Great info, thanx!!!

  • @gusterry1
    @gusterry1 4 года назад

    Thanks so much for this. Love your comparison videos❣️

  • @jalh3
    @jalh3 4 года назад

    Thanks for these comparisons Mary. You validated what I deduced, very UNscientifically a couple years ago. I used Neenah for my daughter's wedding invitations, but otherwise haven't bought it in over three years and have never missed it.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      YAY! I'm so glad I'm not the only one. haha. What do you use now?

  • @CardsbyCheryl
    @CardsbyCheryl 4 года назад

    Thanks Mary - great video and I will be checking out the Accent paper for sure. :)

  • @PapercraftsbyCindyellen
    @PapercraftsbyCindyellen 4 года назад +3

    I am so glad I took your recommendation, I really enjoy the Accent 110. It's a great bright white for me. The Recollections is ok, just not as bright white. Try Staples 110 as well or 80 lb. Also really cheap, folds REALLY well and their grey color is the exact same as Simon's fog. Seriously. And it's $18.99 /REAM. 500 sheets.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Whaaaaat???? Woohoooo. I have to try the gray. Thanks so much!!!! You're the best

    • @kellyskardsfl
      @kellyskardsfl 3 года назад +1

      I love Staples Grey cardstock.

  • @tasst2674
    @tasst2674 4 года назад

    Very interesting and helpful. Thanks for doing this.

  • @CarrieRhoades
    @CarrieRhoades 4 года назад

    Very helpful information! I down for saving money and getting a good quality card stock. Thanks for doing the leg work and sharing your finds! ❤️

  • @sheharper
    @sheharper 4 года назад +1

    This is a great video. I have been using Recollections 110 lb for years - always buying with a coupon. But I was in need of an 80 lb affordable card stock for die cutting with my ScanNCut. Thanks so much for the info on Accent. I plan to place an order soon. Keep up the good work, please! (I do buy the Recollections 65 lb colored card stock to use as layering pieces only. It's definitely too flimsy for a card base.)

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thanks so much Sheila for posting and adding your insight. I really appreciate the info and encouragement

  • @JoanOrloffDK
    @JoanOrloffDK 4 года назад

    Great comparison, I think you are doing a fantastic comparison 😍 I appreciate that you take the time to show us ❤ thanks for sharing your comparison Hugs xx

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      Oh thank you so much Joan! I appreciate that so so much! Big hugs!

  • @breinaburgin1438
    @breinaburgin1438 4 года назад

    Thank you! I was intertwining the Neenah 110 lb you found on Amazon, because my local general store stopped carrying my favorite white. (But I was only using 110# with only 199 gsm.). I think the Accent will be a great upgrade for me! Thank you!!!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      You are most welcome; I hope you find it as good as I do; such a money saver!

  • @743linda
    @743linda 4 года назад

    Very informative!!! Thank you so much!!! Love the cheaper, brighter brand!!!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thank you so much Linda! I'm so glad that it was helpful!

  • @bethannekollman771
    @bethannekollman771 4 года назад

    Thank you Mary, I saw a video where you did a price difference of the card stocks before. I started buying Recollections at Michael’s using coupons!! You have saved me so much money!!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      YAY! So glad you are loving it! Thanks so much for sharing! YAY!

    • @allissawollmann8043
      @allissawollmann8043 4 года назад

      Beth Anne Kollman , can we use a coupon on paper that’s a everyday value? I thought they stopped taking coupons for everyday value

    • @bethannekollman771
      @bethannekollman771 4 года назад

      Allissa Wollmann The Recollections paper that I buy isn’t the every day value paper!! I buy the every day value paper for my grandchildren to use it is a much thinner weight.

  • @leannemitchem8865
    @leannemitchem8865 4 года назад

    Great review! I use recollections 110lb for my card bases all the time. I use their 65lb to mat and cut out designs. But for me in montreal the recollections is 15$ plus tax for 100 sheets and the accent is 31.99 plus tax for 200 sheets. So for me I am good with the recollections paper. It was good to see the comparison for the Neenah as I wondered if I should be spending more money for it as I see a lot of RUclipsrs using the Neenah. Thank you for doing this video. As always Mary you are taking great care of us. Thank you for sharing

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thanks for sharing this so others can see what might be a great option for them where you are! I really appreciate that Leeanne! Big hugs!

  • @monicayates8243
    @monicayates8243 3 года назад

    That for doing this it was very helpful!

  • @danacolosimo5874
    @danacolosimo5874 4 года назад

    Thank you for this 😊 you have explained this so perfectly 😘 I was so confused and now I finally get it 😊 thank you so much for sharing and I have subscribed to you channel 😊😘🥰

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thank you so much, Dana! I'm so excited that it was helpful! YAY! Thanks for letting me know.

  • @HeidiLilley
    @HeidiLilley 4 года назад

    I guess I am going to be ordering myself some Accent cardstock! The price is right. Thanks for doing the comparison videos that you do, I find them so helpful.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Hi Heidi, I'm so so happy they are helpful. I just had to find a way to save on cardstock; this stuff is so expensive! lol

  • @TheV398
    @TheV398 4 года назад

    I have been using the Accent since you talked about it in your 1st video. Can't Thank You enough. It ink blends Fab.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад +1

      YAY! So happy you love it too. I really am so glad someone recommended it to me. I have been loving it ever since. woohooo!

    • @TheV398
      @TheV398 4 года назад

      @@marypolancodesigns personally my ink blending looks better on it than the expensive cardstock. lol.. ty again for all the great info.

  • @SaintMolotov
    @SaintMolotov 4 года назад

    Super helpful. Thank you.

  • @antoinettemitchell2888
    @antoinettemitchell2888 4 года назад +1

    I never check the gsm . THANK YOU for the video

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      I'm so glad it was helpful! Once I figured that out, it was a game changer. lol

  • @maylynncupp6653
    @maylynncupp6653 4 года назад

    Great video just put accent in my cart thank you for all you do

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Oh thank you so much Maylynn! I so appreciate that! Hugs!

  • @roxanneholt-abernathy3698
    @roxanneholt-abernathy3698 4 года назад

    Very helpful video. Thank you.

  • @shellyrobertson988
    @shellyrobertson988 4 года назад

    I have never steered me wrong gonna give it a shot!! Yay!!

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Shelly, yes, give it a try! I am so pleased with it! YAY!

  • @dmurfval702
    @dmurfval702 4 года назад

    Wow, this is great! Yup scoring is a must. I use Neenah 80# for stamping and Copics, and would love to switch, so will give the Accent a try. I like 110# just for card bases and Recollections card stock for layering. This was very good, thank you for this!

    • @nbell3030
      @nbell3030 4 года назад

      I had the same trouble with paper from Joann Fabrics. When I got home I realized the sheets in the pack were all a different width. Frustrating.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Donna, I'm so happy this was useful thank you so much! I use my 80# for those things too. I have a lot left of the Neenah so it will be a while before I phase out completely but wont be replenishing it.

  • @anitatrippi7072
    @anitatrippi7072 4 года назад +1

    Very informative! TFS👍🏻

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      I really appreciate you letting me know! Thanks so much!

  • @Charliemmh921
    @Charliemmh921 4 года назад

    Mary, I purchased the accent 120 pound to use solely for card bases. I did notice it tends to crack if not scored before folding and some did crack even when scored. It is a bright white and takes ink very similar to the Neenah so for the cost savings I will deal with the cracks. I do prefer the Neenah for ink blending and have purchased it from JoAnn’s as low as $27.00 with free shipping. Thanks for sharing your videos always contain so much valuable information. Take care.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Thanks so much for sharing where you got a good deal on the cardstock, Michele! Super helpful! YAY!

  • @kimberlypurcell5218
    @kimberlypurcell5218 4 года назад

    Thanks for doing this!! Very informative!!!

  • @dhauxhurst
    @dhauxhurst 4 года назад

    I had no idea other then weights. I just know some paper like stampin up works better in my cricut verse recollection . Thank you for all your input.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      Oh that's something I hadn't considered; how well they go through the Cricut. Thank you for adding that! YAY

  • @conniehinkle7109
    @conniehinkle7109 4 года назад

    Thank you for this video. I myself couldn’t afford the bigger pack of Neenah, so I’d buy it by packs of 25(?) and paid shipping each time I bought it. Looks like I’ve found a new card stock with the Accent brand. Thanks again my friend, for the work that you put into your videos 😊

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  4 года назад

      YAY so glad it could be helpful, Connie! Thanks so much for letting me know.

  • @debikrampen8399
    @debikrampen8399 2 года назад

    I came back to this video bc Amazon doesn’t seem to be carrying Accent paper. Love your comparison videos.

    • @marypolancodesigns
      @marypolancodesigns  2 года назад

      I see that; I wanna say there is still either the 100lb or 80lb still though.