MD Paper | Notebook | Plain Paper

Name: Notebook | Plain Paper | A5
Brand: MD Paper
SKU: 15293006
Price: 16.0 GBP
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A5 plain paper notebook with a simple and clean off white cover and embossed MD Paper logo. MD Paper epitomises the subtlety, elegance and simplicity of design of good Japanese stationery, concentrating on the quality of material over branding or printed design.

This 176 page notebook features a plain layout and lay-flat binding, with a paraffin paper cover for a touch of elegance. The paper used is smooth MD Paper (Cream) which will ensure that your pen or pencil will glide across the page. Fountain pen friendly.

176 pages plain layout
A5
Lay flat binding
Paraffin paper cover
MD Paper (Cream)
Fountain pen friendly

MD Paper is a perfect choice for anyone who loves writing, drawing or journaling on paper.

We ship to all UK Mainland addresses. Shipping choices and charges are calculated by weight and size and we offer the following shipping options:

Small items / large letter size

Royal Mail 48: (delivery aim 2/3 working days but not guaranteed; fully tracked): £4.50

Royal Mail 24: (delivery aim next working day but not guaranteed; fully tracked): £6.00

Medium Parcels

Royal Mail 24: (delivery aim next working day but not guaranteed; fully tracked): £8.00

Royal Mail 48: (delivery aim 2/3 working days but not guaranteed; fully tracked): £6.00

Large Parcels

Royal Mail 24: (delivery aim next working day but not guaranteed; fully tracked): £12.00

Royal Mail 48: (delivery aim 2/3 working days but not guaranteed; fully tracked): £10.00

General

Any order over £75 is free delivery and will be shipped using a Tracked 48 service.

Delivery methods are auto-calculated at checkout and are dependent on size and weight.

Orders received by 1 pm will usually be dispatched same day. Note: We do not dispatch orders on Saturdays or Sundays.

We currently ship to the following countries / territories:

USA / Canada

Australia / New Zealand / Japan / Singapore / South Korea / UAE.

Mainland Europe (EU) / Norway / Switzerland / Iceland

Duty and Taxes

All overseas orders are currently shipped DAP (delivered at place.)

This means that the customer is responsible for any import duty, local tax and any handling surcharge by the shipping company.

Note : We do not charge UK VAT on export orders.

The current UK VAT rate of 20% will be removed from the order value at checkout if the delivery address is outside of the UK.

Please note, that if you refuse to accept the goods from our nominated courier for any reason other than clear and obvious damage to the box or shipping container or product, or do not provide the correct information necessary for delivery of goods and subsequently the products are returned to us, we reserve the right to charge a discretionary restocking fee of up to £10 per item.

Cost of Shipping

The estimated time of delivery for international parcels is 5 to 10 working days throughout most destinations worldwide. Some remote destinations however can take a little longer.

Shipping charges are calculated by weight and size as follows:

Europe

Small items (up to 0.5 kg) - Royal Mail £15

Larger items (up to 2 kgs) Royal Mail - £20

U.S. | Canada | RoW

Small items (up to 0.5 kg) - Royal Mail £15

Larger items (up to 2 kgs) Royal Mail - £25

Over 2 kgs - UPS - £40 (USA only)

Cut off for processing via courier is 1 pm Mon-Fri for international delivery. Orders received after this will not be collected until the following working day.

Artist Collaborations

15th Anniversary

To celebrate the 15th anniversary of MD Paper in 2023, they have released some beautifully-made versions of their MD Notebook, in collaboration with some fantastic artists.

They invited the artists to get creative with the MD Notebook and enjoy the way you can write and draw anywhere on an MD Paper notebook, including on the cover! They then created special limited-edition notebooks with the artists' illustrations and writing blind embossed on the covers.

The result is a range of gorgeous and inspirational limited-edition notebooks which we are delighted to stock here at USTUDIO.

Subtlety, Elegance, Simplicity

Refining Paper

MD Paper Products are simple and understated, Japanese made products that are designed to get the most out of their carefully designed MD Paper.

The brand have been developing excellence in paper since the 1960s in order to continually refine the feel of taking pen or pencil to paper.

MD Paper offer a variety of notebooks, writing materials, and accessories that are designed to enhance the writing and drawing experience.

Getting it Right

Paper for Writing or for Drawing?

The commitment to paper quality means that their approach differs depending on whether you are using it for writing or drawing.

We stock notebooks that use MD Paper (Cream) which are prefect for writing and sketchbooks that use MD Paper Cotton (perfect for sketching and inking.)

The two different papers give a very different experience for the user.

Paper for Writing

MD Cream Notebook

For writing, MD paper have developed a range of cream covered notebooks where the paper grade and composition is designed to get the most out of the act of writing.

To get your thoughts on paper, the paper needs to be smooth enough to keep up a good tempo, without anything slowing you down or breaking your train of thought.

When you’re comfortable with the stationery you’re using, you eventually get into a rhythm. The words leap onto the page and your thoughts become cohesive.

This is the experience you’ll enjoy with MD Paper (Cream).

MD Paper | FAQ's

MD Paper is a Japanese brand that produces high-quality notebooks and writing materials. The brand was established in 2008 and is known for its simple and elegant design, as well as its fountain pen friendly paper. MD Paper products are designed to enhance the joy of writing and drawing on paper, and to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the brand in 2023, they have launched a series of limited edition items and collaborations with artists.

The benefits of MD Paper are that it is resistant to bleeding, feathering, and show-through, which means that the ink does not spread or seep through the paper. It also has a smooth and comfortable texture that does not scratch or snag the pen nib. Moreover, it has a natural and warm color that is easy on the eyes and enhances the contrast of the ink.

MD Paper is made from pulp that is carefully selected and processed to achieve the optimal balance of strength and softness. The paper is then coated with a special formula that improves its ink absorption and durability. The paper is also tested and inspected to ensure its quality and consistency.

MD Cotton: This paper contains 20% cotton pulp, which gives it a soft and fluffy feel. It is ideal for fountain pens and watercolors, as it can handle wet media well.

MD Cream: This paper has a cream color that is gentle and soothing. It is suitable for writing with dark-colored inks, as it creates a striking contrast.

MD White: This paper has a bright white color that is crisp and clear. It is compatible with any type of pen and ink color, as it reflects the true hue of the ink.

MD Grid: This paper has a light gray grid pattern that is printed with water-based ink. It is useful for drawing graphs, charts, diagrams, and other structured layouts.

MD Ruled: This paper has faint blue lines that are printed with water-based ink. It is helpful for writing neatly and evenly spaced lines of text.

MD Blank: This paper has no markings or patterns on it. It is perfect for sketching, doodling, or writing freely without any constraints.

Store them in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight or heat sources, which may cause fading or warping of the paper.

Avoid folding or bending them excessively, which may cause creasing or tearing of the paper.

Use a blotting paper or a sheet of scrap paper under your writing hand to prevent oil or dirt from transferring to the paper.

Use an eraser gently and carefully to avoid damaging the surface of the paper.

Paper for Drawing

MD Cotton Paper

When sketching or using paint or inks, you need strong, smooth paper that won’t form fuzz under friction.
With MD Paper's soft cotton paper, pencil and paint alike spread smoothly.

20% of the material used for MD Paper Cotton is soft-textured cotton pulp to achieve the best possible comfort when drawing.

MD Paper believe artists want to capture images in their mind or the things they see, so they designed this paper so that nothing stands between you and your vision.

Why do we still write journals?

Writing a journal may seem archaic, but studies have shown that getting busy with pen and paper has many benefits to our technology-obsessed, extremely online selves.
Professor James W. Pennebaker and his team at the University of Texas have conducted extensive research on the benefits of journaling.

why do we still write journals | blog post