Fill-in-the-blanks stationery is “useful for small events, like a dinner party for 12,” says Megan Kuntze, brand director for Crane & Co., a stationery manufacturer. And you won’t have to worry that you’ll accidentally leave out an important detail.

Blank note cards are popular because they allow for personal expression, says Patti Stracher, manager of the National Stationery Show, held in New York City. “The resurgence of ink on paper,” she adds, “is part of a drive toward distinguishing oneself from the constant flow of e-mail and text messages.” Cherre Berry, owner of Cherre Berry Paper, agrees: “Handwritten notes directly reflect the person who wrote them. My sister has the sloppiest penmanship, but when I get a card from her, it still makes me happy, because her sloppy writing reminds me of her.”

Shown counterclockwise from upper left:

Tiny Print Pool Invitations by Paper Source, $11.50 for 10*

Recycled paper. Moss-colored envelopes.
To Buy: www.paper-source.com.

Gold Airplane and Suitcase Cards by Dempsey & Carroll, $55 to $65 for 10

Beveled edges.
To Buy: www.dempseyandcarroll.com.

Monogram Cards by Mrs. John L. Strong, $95 for 20

Initials from A to Z are hand engraved and stamped in silver on an octagonal seal.
To Buy: www.mrsstrong.com.

“Call Me” Calling Cards by Paper Source, $5.50 for 25

“Give Me a Buzz” and “Let’s Meet Again!” also available.
To Buy: www.paper-source.com.

Sunflower Gift Enclosures by Peculiar Pair Press, $2.25 each

Chartreuse envelopes.
To Buy: www.redstamp.com.

Aviary Desk Set by Violet, $150

A selection of note cards, stationery sheets, and envelopes in a fabric-covered box. Cotton paper. Soy and vegetable inks.
To Buy: www.violet.com.

*All prices include envelopes.