I am asked this question so often that I wanted to provide an easier way to get my answer out there.
Now, depending on the printer I am using (my laser or inkjet), and the finish I'm aiming for, I will use one of the following paper types.
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My favorite sticker paper:
My 2nd favorite sticker paper is Mr.Label sticker paper. It is matte, but it is waterproof, and OMG I am obsessed with the velvety texture of it. Not only is it waterproof, but I swear, it looks even BETTER when it's wet. You can see me review this paper HERE.
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Regular Copy Paper - Budget Friendly
This copy paper can be bought at Walmart. It has a matte finish, so it won't look super fancy, however, it gets the job done well. When searching for a good copy paper, I highly recommend paying attention to the "Brightness" level of the paper, as well as the "Weight" of the paper. So this one has a 97 out of 100 brightness level, and it's weight is 28lb which is thick enought to not be see through, but thin enough to use as a wrapper. It's a great starter paper for all of your custom favors, not just chip bags.
Glossy Photo Paper - Best for all budgets!
I honestly love this paper so much, I made a whole video on it when I first tried it out, and now I actually get to partner with this brand to test out their products! Now, BEFORE YOU BUY ANY OF THEIR PAPER - it's important you understand that their glossy paper all requires the use of DYE ink. A lot of inkjet printers use PIGMENT ink, or will use DYE ink in their colored ink cartridges, but then use PIGMENT ink in their black cardtridges. If you use PIGMENT ink with this paper, it WILL smear, so it's important you figure out which type of ink your inkjet printer uses before buying this brand of paper.
(Click the photo below to purchase from Amazon, OR, go get it HERE , directly from the Koala website where you can use code "Adriana" to save 15% off your total order!)
Heavyweight Glossy Paper - Only buy when on sale, or with a coupon!
*This glossy brochure paper was a huge favorite of mine. It gives your projects a real professional look to it, but it is heavy weight, so it has to be used with hot glue, tape or wet glue. If you aren't fond of heavier paper, then I wouldn't suggest this for you. It will work for chip bag wrappers, because I've used them myself, but they will require a little more elbow grease when assembling.
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- I use THIS one when I need regular copy paper, but in a much larger size.
- I usually use THIS one when I need a much more professional look, or more weight to something I'm making. (Can only be used with Dye based ink.)
- And lastly, I keep THIS one in stock in case I want the glossy look without the weight of the last large format paper.
What size chips/oz bag do you use?
Amazing work.