{"product_id":"fabriano-mixed-media-pad-11-x-14-110-lb-60-sheet-spiral-bound-acid-free-medium-texture","title":"Fabriano Mixed Media Pad 11 x 14, 110 lb 60-Sheet Spiral-Bound — Acid-Free Medium Texture","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabriano 1264 Mixed Media Pad is an 11\" x 14\" spiral-bound sketchbook with 60 sheets of 110 lb acid-free, medium-textured paper specially sized for both wet and dry techniques.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis pad blends durable, lightly textured paper with a user-friendly spiral binding and micro-perforations so artists can work across media and remove finished pages cleanly. The sheets are soft white and treated to accept pencil, charcoal, marker, ink, acrylic, gouache and light watercolour washes without excessive buckling or feathering. Fabriano’s production follows FSC standards and uses hydro-power, delivering responsibly made paper with reliable handling for studio, classroom or plein-air work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat kinds of media can I use on this Fabriano pad?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper’s special surface sizing balances absorbency and tooth, so a wide variety of techniques are compatible. It performs well with dry tools and tolerates light washes and water-based paints when applied sparingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePencils, coloured pencils and charcoal — clean erasing and good tone building\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGraphite, pen \u0026amp; ink and markers — limited bleed and crisp lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcrylics and gouache — thin layers and detail work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLight watercolour washes — careful application to avoid heavy buckling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the pad’s construction help during and after drawing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spiral binding allows pages to lie flat so you can work across the full sheet, while micro-perforations let you detach pages neatly when you’re ready to display or scan them. The 110 lb weight gives stiffness for wet or layered techniques without needing extra support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpiral-bound design — full-page access and easy flipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMicro-perforated edges — clean removal for framing or sharing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e110 lb (approx. 300 gsm feel) — sturdy for mixed layers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedium texture — enough tooth for grip without over-roughness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the paper archival and environmentally responsible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The sheets are acid-free, reducing long-term yellowing, and Fabriano manufactures the pad under FSC certification using hydro-power energy sources. These choices reflect conservation-minded production without sacrificing paper quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcid-free paper — improved longevity for artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFSC certified sourcing — sustainable fibre management\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHydro-power production — lower carbon footprint in manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsistent sizing — predictable performance across sheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many sheets and what size are included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition contains 60 sheets sized 11\" x 14\", offering a generous working area for studies, portraits, landscapes and mixed-media experiments. The pad’s sheet count provides a balance between a portable pad and enough pages to practice or complete a portfolio of small works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e60 sheets per pad — ample practice and finished pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e11\" x 14\" format — versatile mid-size canvas for most projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedium texture surface — suitable for both detail and expressive marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The Fabriano 1264 Mixed Media Pad is ideal for students, hobbyists and professional artists who need a reliable, mid-weight paper that accepts multiple media. Choose this pad if you want responsibly produced, acid-free sheets that lie flat while you work and detach cleanly when you’re ready to present or digitize your pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use watercolour on Fabriano 1264 paper?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the paper accepts light watercolour washes, but use thin layers to limit buckling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this pad suitable for markers and ink?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the sized surface reduces bleed so markers and pen-and-ink work cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Fabriano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55294509711697,"sku":"B092MZLLQP","price":58.57,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/fabriano-pad-front-cover_2d303cec-cbaf-4399-87b1-bd00ae1ab858.jpg?v=1791931648","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/fabriano-mixed-media-pad-11-x-14-110-lb-60-sheet-spiral-bound-acid-free-medium-texture","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}