Layflat Stack: 4.5" — Fire Horse Edition
Explore four different 100% cotton paper types with this Limited Edition — a set of four compact 4.5" square sketchbooks, each featuring a distinct artist-grade surface, brought to life following requests from our community.
Each book opens completely flat, features hand-torn deckled edges, and carries a debossed Fire Horse illustration that forms a motion sequence across the four covers — a subtle nod to the energy and momentum of the Lunar New Year’s Fire Horse.
With your support, we can bring this box set into existence.
If 60 or more Sets are sold before this project expires then orders will be sent in May 2026. If the project expires before the goal is reached then pre-order customers will be refunded in full within 3 working days.
- Four square Sketchbooks (4.5"x4.5")
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Artist-grade 100% cotton acid-free paper that can be painted on both sides:
- 230gsm Cold Press (52 pages / 26 sheets)
- 300gsm Cold Press (44 pages / 22 sheets)
- 220gsm Hot Press (52 pages / 26 sheets)
- 300gsm Hot Press (44 pages / 22 sheets)
- Hand-torn deckled edges
- Debossed vegan friendly PU covers
- Opens flat for landscape format
- Free international shipping
*There may be slight colour variations between the mock-up designs and final product.
WHY 100% COTTON?
2 YEAR WARRANTY
FAQ
Cotton paper is the best surface for watercolour and is also great for mixed media. 100% cotton paper is capable of taking multiple heavy washes, stands up well to damaging techniques like dry brushing, and it helps keep the pigment looking vibrant over the passage of time. The surface provides the perfect level of brush resistance while allowing the pigment to flow beautifully across the page. Those that "upgrade" to 100% cotton paper often credit it as having had a greater impact on their art than the quality of paint that they use.
We offer a two-year limited warranty, beginning at the time of purchase on all Etchr products sold. We warrant our products to be free from manufacturing defects in materials, workmanship, and failure or breakage of parts/full products that render them non-functional.
What are the paper specifications?
This set includes four sketchbooks featuring different artist-grade cotton papers: two Cold Press (230gsm and 300gsm) and two Hot Press (220gsm and 300gsm). All papers are 100% cotton, acid-free, and have a traditional white tone suitable for watercolour and mixed media.
What is the difference between cold and hot press paper?
Cold press paper has a slightly textured finished, or more "tooth". It is often a go to for watercolour artists as the textured finish can provide a little more water control. It is also great for those looking to accentuate the effect of pigment granulation.
Hot press paper has a slightly smoother finish which is great for adding detail, particularly for those using pens or pencils with wet-media. When a hot press paper is made with 100% cotton, it handles washes well and provides for a beautiful, crisp finish.
Why is acid-free and cotton paper important?
The best paper is acid-free and has a high amount of cotton. Using acid-free paper helps to prevent the "yellowing" that can happen in paper over the years, meaning your art will stand the test of time. The more cotton a paper has, the better it holds water, the more durable it is, and the more vibrant the pigment remains.
Can you paint on both sides of the paper?
Yes you can. Each page can be painted on thanks to the quality of the paper.
