I’ve tried five cardstock papers that consistently give sharp prints, clean cuts, and lasting color. Astrobrights Pastel Pack (5 colors, 320 sheets) offers vibrant pastels and no white core. Neenah Astrobrights 24 lb (25 colors, 150 sheets) is lighter but still fully dyed. OcePor 92 lb white stock is thick, smooth, and jams‑free. MAXECHO 30‑color set (300 sheets) resists fading and cuts well. The 230 gsm white cover (30 sheets) is matte and sturdy. these’ll see why these stand out.

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Astrobrights Pastel Colored Cardstock 5-Color Pack 320 Sheets		Premium Pastels	Size: 8.5 × 11 in	Weight (GSM): 176 gsm	Color Assortment: 5 pastel colors (64 sheets each)	GET THE LATEST DEAL	Full Insight
Neenah Astrobrights 8.5×11 24lb 150 Sheets (25‑Color)		Color Variety	Size: 8.5 × 11 in	Weight (GSM): 89 gsm	Color Assortment: 25 colors (6 sheets each)	GET THE LATEST DEAL	Full Insight
OcePor 100 White Cardstock Sheets 8.5×11 92lb		Heavy-Duty White	Size: 8.5 × 11 in	Weight (GSM): 250 gsm	Color Assortment: White only (100 sheets)	GET THE LATEST DEAL	Full Insight
MAXECHO 8.5″x11″ Colored Cardstock 300 Sheets 30 Colors		Kid‑Friendly Spectrum	Size: 8.5 × 11 in	Weight (GSM): 180 gsm	Color Assortment: 30 colors (10 sheets each)	GET THE LATEST DEAL	Full Insight
White 8.5×11 230gsm Cover Cardstock (30 Sheets)		Professional Cover	Size: 8.5 × 11 in	Weight (GSM): 230 gsm	Color Assortment: White only (30 sheets)	GET THE LATEST DEAL	Full Insight

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1. Astrobrights Pastel Colored Cardstock 5-Color Pack 320 Sheets

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