{"product_id":"strathmore-drawing-sketch-pads-12x9-6-pack-white-60-lb-light-texture-100-sheets-each","title":"Strathmore Drawing \u0026 Sketch Pads 12x9, 6-Pack White — 60 lb Light Texture, 100 Sheets Each","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eStrathmore SM455-3 is a six-pack of 12×9-inch spiral sketch pads filled with 60 lb lightly textured white paper made for dry-media drawing and quick studies.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis set provides reliable, medium-weight sheets that let you practice techniques, experiment with mark-making, and complete studies without worrying about bleed-through or fragile surfaces. Each pad is side spiral-bound for easy page removal and turns, and the paper is acid-free to help preserve your sketches. Designed in the USA by Strathmore, these pads suit students, sketchbook artists, and anyone who wants an affordable, everyday surface for pencils, charcoal, coloured pencils, and pastels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will this paper perform with different dry media?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lightly textured surface offers enough tooth to grab graphite, charcoal, and pastel while remaining smooth enough for fine pencil detail. Because the sheets are 60-pound weight, they resist excessive denting and handle repeated erasing without falling apart. You’ll find layering and blending straightforward, and the acid-free content keeps lines stable over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks well with graphite, charcoal, coloured pencils, and pastel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLight texture balances detail and tonal richness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e60 lb weight tolerates erasing and light blending\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcid-free for longer-lasting sketches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes these pads convenient for studies and practice?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach pad is side spiral-bound so pages flip cleanly and remove easily for critique or scanning. With 100 sheets per pad and six pads in the bundle, you get a large volume of pages at an economical price—ideal for daily practice or class assignments. The 12×9 size provides a portable, tabletop-friendly surface that balances space for composition with easy storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100 sheets per pad for extended practice sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSide spiral binding for smooth page turns and easy removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact 12×9 format for sketching anywhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSix pads in one package for consistent paper stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow durable and archival is the paper?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper’s acid-free composition reduces yellowing and deterioration over time, making it suitable for keeping practice work or finished studies. While 60 lb is not heavy enough for wet media, it performs responsibly for dry techniques and light mixed-media where moisture is minimal. Expect consistent sheet quality across each pad in the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcid-free sheets help preserve sketches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsistent weight and texture across all pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot intended for heavy wet media or heavy washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade in the USA with reliable production standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Artists, students, and hobbyists who need an economical, all-purpose sketch surface will appreciate this Strathmore six-pack. It’s especially useful for daily practice, classroom assignments, life-drawing warm-ups, quick concept sketching, and technique exploration across common dry media. If you want a dependable, portable sketchbook set with plenty of pages for iterative work, this bundle is designed to deliver consistent, archival-friendly sheets without breaking the budget.\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: Is this paper good for charcoal and pastel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—light texture and 60 lb weight hold charcoal and pastel well while allowing blending and erasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use wet media on these sheets?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No—these 60 lb sheets are intended for dry media; heavy wet media may buckle or bleed through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Strathmore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55298586313041,"sku":"B00OW7OVEI","price":121.82,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/strathmore-front-spiral-cover.jpg?v=1791967946","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/strathmore-drawing-sketch-pads-12x9-6-pack-white-60-lb-light-texture-100-sheets-each","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}