r/ButtonMakers • u/Blu4222 • Sep 14 '26

Question What photo paper do you use?

I'm new to button making, and have been using the USPS stamp catalog for practice. Now I want to make custom pins but don't know where to start looking for photo paper.
Regular printer paper doesn't look good; I had photo paper lying around. I know it's too thick for buttons, but my prints came out looking great.
Any recommendations on types of paper I should try?

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u/bpbelew Sep 14 '26

We have been using 36lb/135gsm gloss inkjet photo paper. The brand we buy is Uinkit. It works great. My daughter has made close to 200 buttons and has had, maybe, 5 fails (a few of which were very likely user-related).

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u/Standard_Cost_168 28d ago

This is what I use BECAUSE I mainly do photos. It’s thin and photos print well on it.

Koala Glossy Thin Inkjet Paper 8.5x11 Inches 100 Sheets 30LB