Specialty Paper Nepal - Lokta Paper Plain, Patterned & Oiled

July 08, 2026

Important Update: Closing of South Hollow Gallery online shop December 31, 2026

Today we sadly announce our online shop will be closing at the end of the year. This was a difficult decision to make and we want to express our gratitude for the loyalty and support we have received over the past 15 years.

Customers can continue to place orders until the shop is closed at year-end.

NOTE: South Hollow Gallery will remain open to Canadian customers after the online store closes. Product and information requests can be emailed to valree@shaw.ca

With thanks for the many years of lively interaction,

Valerie Taylor & Pam Young     

South Hollow Gallery & Leapenhi Paper

Product Information

Lokta!! Do you need a strong, durable handcrafted paper. View our wide selection of Nepalese papers.

Traditionally used for government documents and religious texts, lokta is now used for book bindings, wrapping paper, cards and invitations, mixed media and papercrafts. 

Because of its translucency oiled lokta is an excellent medium for creating lanterns, lampshades, room screens and window shades.

The fast growing Lokta bush (Daphne) makes for a sustainable , renewable source for paper making. The paper is acid-free and is not treated with bleach as with other papers.

PLEASE NOTE:

Our online shop usually sells only letter-size paper (21 x 28 cm or 8.5 x 11 inches) which will be shipped flat. But....if you are looking for larger sheets of paper you can contact us for information about pricing and shipping. 

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