Tela

Tela is a Japanese fine paper that, at first glance, hardly looks like paper—and that is precisely what makes it so appealing. Tela contains synthetic fibers that give the paper the look and feel of a nonwoven fabric. It is a material that straddles two categories: too delicate to be fabric, too unusual to be paper. A paper that feels like fabric.

The surface is soft, lightly textured, and possesses a quiet elegance that immediately catches the eye—whether in print, packaging, or as a book cover. What sets Tela apart is its ability to remain in the background while still making an impression. Its unusual materiality makes it the ideal choice for projects where the paper itself is part of the message—without being loud. Tela responds well to blind embossing, foil stamping, and precision printing.

What is Tela suitable for?

Book covers, high-quality packaging, cards, invitations, product labels—anywhere a material is needed that doesn’t look like paper but offers the workability of paper. It is particularly appealing when combined with smoother papers, so that the contrast between the surfaces becomes a design element.