2015
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Paper Source How-To: Heart of Gold Valentine Box
Paper SourceMake your Valentine’s Day gift extra-special with this hand-crafted mini Heart of Gold box! MATERIALS How-To PDF Heart Vanilla Craft Box Superfine Softwhite Cover Weight Paper Metallic Glitter Pack Gold Foil Lace Tape Gold Shimmer Twine Gold Glitter Heart Stickers Gold Pen PVA Adhesive…
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Sugar Skull Invite Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials Black A6 Flat Card Fuchsia Text Paper Black Cover Paper Sugar Skull Rubber Stamp VersaMark Watermark Ink Pad Embossing Powder Stickles Glitter Glue Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Stamp sugar skulls onto Black cover and emboss using heat tool. Cut around stamped image and adhere skulls to…
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Joy & Cheer Fox Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A2 Pool Folded Card White Glitter Paper A2 Red Envelope VersaMark Watermark & Frost White Color Box Inkpads Joy & Cheer New Year & Fox Rubber Stamps Picante & Silver Embossing Powders Uniball White Gel Pen Santa Hat Repeat Stickers Embossing Heat Tool Pencil Eraser Recipe…
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Large Heart Valentine Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials 8 1/2″ x 11″ Heart Card Pack Red Text Weight Paper Little Hearts Pack Old Claude Happy Valentine’s Day Rubber Stamp VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Red Embossing Powder 1/4″ Fuchsia Satin Ribbon Foil & Glitter Valentine Tape Set Embossing Heat Tool Foam Squares…
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Burlap Drawstring Bags Recipe
Paper SourceBurlap Drawstring Bags Materials: Burlap Drawstring Bags Red Stripe Cotton Ribbon Metal Rim Tags Recipe Tips: Stamp message on metal rim tags. Thread tag through a length of red stripe cotton ribbon and tie a bow around top of closed bag. The post Burlap Drawstring Bags Recipe appeared first on…
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How To Make Paper Book Covers
Paper SourceHow To Make Paper Book Covers Create a new look for school books and your personal library by making book covers from decorative paper or wrapping paper. Stickers or labels can be used as the binding and gives you a place to add a title. Sure to bring back memories of grade school days! Your... The…
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The Ultimate 4th of July Drink
Paper Source1. Nautical Garland 2. Drink Dispenser 3. Anchor Ice Trays 4. Patriotic Straws Are you throwing a July 4th bash? Don’t forget the drinks! We love this recipe from mom.me that can be made with or without alcohol. Serve it in this super patriotic drink station for a really festive…
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Butterfly Box Silhouette Recipe
Paper SourceButterfly Box by Wendy Parks / P.S. Evanston Store Butterfly Box Silhouette Materials: Persimmon 8 1/2 x 11″ Cover Chocolate 8 1/2 x 11″ Cover Chocolate 1 1/2″ Satin Ribbon Small Square Vanilla Box 3D Foam Squares Yellow Stickles Double-sided tape Tools: Silhouette Digital Cutting…
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What You Need to Know About ban.do
Meg KowieskiBan.do is the fresh, funky, bold brand responsible for the gorgeous floral patterns, bright neon colors and punchy, inspirational quotes that add a much-needed dose of fun to your day. The fun-loving women that make up this L.A.-based company include the founder, Jen Gotch, who has big dreams and…
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Be Mine Banner Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A2 Superfine White Folded Card A2 Mint Flat Card Coral & Superfine White Cover Papers A2 Coral Envelope Coral & Scarlet Color Box Inkpads Be Mine & Small Solid Heart Rubber Stamps Small Glue Dots Lace Paper Tape Red Adhesive Crystals Flag Hole Punch Red & White…
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Jar of Hearts Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A2 Luxe Blush Folded Card A2 Slate Envelope Superfine White Cover Weight Paper Gold Glitter Heart Stickers Mason Jar & Valentine’s Script Rubber Stamps Gold Shimmer Twine VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Gold Embossing Powder Embossing Heat Tool Foam Squares Recipe Tips Stamp and…
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Happy Holidays Tree with Fine Paper Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A6 Slate Flat Card Clover Cover Paper Myth Holiday Fine Paper Gold Glitter Wrapping Paper Versamark WaterMark Inkpad Happy New Year Greeting Rubber Stamp Gold Embossing Powder 1″ Circle Punch Zot Dots Gold Mini Clothespins Foam Squares Recipe Tips Use zot dots to adhere mini…
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Crab Invite Recipe
Paper SourceCrab Invite Materials: Night A7 Flat Card Persimmon A7 Envelope Persimmon Cover Paper Black & White Baker’s Twine Red Chevron Washi Tape Who/What/Where/When Stamp Set Crab Rubber Stamp VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Black Embossing Powder Scarlet Pigment ColorBox Inkpad 3D Foam Squares Heat…
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Frightfully Fool-Proof Halloween Party Tips
Pearl PlotkinWhether your guests are frightfully finicky eaters or ghostly gluttons, all you need is the recipe for the scariest soiree of the year! Check out some of the tricks and treats below that will scare your guests’ socks off! Killer Halloween Kits No one will say Boo! to these chillingly charming…
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From a Recruiter: Welcome to Paper Source
Paper SourceOur new “From a Recruiter” series will give an inside look at what it’s like to interview and work for Paper Source. Written by Cara Pacholski, our Field Recruitment Manager, you’ll get a sneak peek at stories, tips and tricks from our store recruitment team. “Welcome…
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Weekend Wants: Valentine’s Day Gifts
Paper SourceLooking for a great gift for your sweetie pie? Here are a few of our favorite gifts for Valentine’s Day. Heart of Gold. We love this new Heart of Gold porcelain mug that has a sweet message for any loved one. Designed by our team in Chicago, the gold heart really pops, and can be used... The…
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A Mermaid Party
Pearl PlotkinMermaids are a huge summer trend and make a great party theme. We’re obsessed with this Mermaid Party created by Natalie Thomas over at Nat’s Next Adventure. Natalie was throwing a Sprinkle (a baby shower for a woman who already has a child), but many of these ideas (like the paper…
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Nautical Anchor Invite Recipe
Paper SourceNautical Anchor Invite Materials: #10 Night Flat Card #10 Clover Envelope Pure White and Clover Text Papers Night Cover Paper VersaMark Watermark Inkpad White Embossing Powder You’re Invited and Anchor Rubber Stamps Heat Embossing Tool Recipe Tip: Cut a piece of Clover Text and layer Pure…
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4 Festive Ways to Set Your Holiday Table
Pearl PlotkinThis special season means arms full of presents, hearts full of cheer and homes full of family! Look forward to a festive feast with friends and family, whether you have a fully-packed kids table or an elegant and refined theme. Don’t get overwhelmed with shopping for presents and decking…
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Buyer’s Favorites: Holiday Gift Ideas from Sadie
Pearl PlotkinAs your holiday wish list begins to take shape, you might be wondering how to narrow down our assortment of perfect presents and giftable sentiments. Paper Source buyers to the rescue! We asked our fabulous team for their favorite items this season and they were able to choose a few for you! Take a…
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Paper Source Gift Boxes take the stress out of holiday shopping
Pearl PlotkinAre you struggling with a gift list that’s filled with your favorite people, but missing those special items that will make their day? We get it. Gift shopping can be overwhelming, but Paper Source is here to help! We have Gift Box ideas to inspire you and get you ready for a season of giving...…
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Back to School with Paper Source
Paper SourceWe are ready to go back to school with our updated, exclusive designs for notebooks, file folders, planners and calendars. Whether you are a student, teacher or parent, Paper Source is here to help you make the transition from pool bags to book bags! At the beginning of the year, it is hard to find…
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Silhouette Wall Art Recipe
Paper SourceSilhouette Wall Art We’re smitten with silhouettes! These beautiful paper cut profiles are perfect for enhancing a space. Make your own silhouette wall art with the materials below – just a few steps and you’ll have wonderful works of art! Materials: Vellum Paper Black Text Paper…
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Paper Dress Recipe
Paper SourcePaper Dress Materials: 4 sheets of Decorative Paper Metal Ruler Soft Grip Knife Super Tacky Tape Masking Tape or Packing Tape Another creative option is to use a dress pattern intended for sewing and use paper rather than fabric. Step-by-Step Dress skirt: Lay two decorative papers side by side…
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Pine Branches Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials Peace, Joy Love Stamp Pine Branch With Berries Stamp Versamark Ink Gold Stickles Gold Embossing Powder Green Embossing Powder Superfine White A2 Folded Card Spruce A2 Envelope Recipe Tips Stamp the center of the card with Peace, Joy, Love stamp in Versamark ink. Coat with gold embossing…
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Vintage Table Numbers – Burlap Wine Bag and Table Tent Recipe
Paper SourceVintage Table Numbers – Burlap Wine Bag and Table Tent Materials: Burlap Wine Bags Chalkboard Paint 2 rolls of Natural Burlap Ribbon Table Tents Chalkboard Scallop Circle Cards Number Stencil Set Black and White Twill Ribbon Step-by-Step Burlap wine bag: Use Painter’s tape or masking…
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Heart Card Critter Valentines Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials Red & Fuchsia 4 Bar Heart Cards Starlet Adhesive Glitter Sheets Peacock & Red 4 Bar Envelopes VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Fox, Hedgehog, To/From Escorial & Heart Mini Rubber Stamps Picante, Cricket & White Embossing Powders 1″ Heart Punch White Uniball Gel Pen…
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Girls’ Night In
Paper SourceValentine’s Day doesn’t just have to be a celebration of love between you and a special someone. Instead, have just as much fun with your girl friends in a festive themed party. Decorate with hearts and glitter and bake sweet treats while sipping sugary cocktails. What more could you ask…
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Ice Pop Invite Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A7 Fuchsia Flat Card A7 Poppy Envelope Poppy and Blossom Papers Multicolored Mini Dots Reversible Wrapping Paper Ice Pop Garland Kit Recipe Tips Cut Multi Dot paper to 4 3/4″ x 6 3/4″ and adhere to card. Print invite information on both Poppy and Blossom text. Use ice pop…
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Happy Birthday Letterpress Card
Paper SourceHappy Birthday Card Materials: Curry Colored A2 Folded Card Night A2 Envelope Silver Letterpress Ink Tools: Letterpress Machine Recipe Tips & Techniques: Change the placement of the plate and run the same card through the press to achieve a variety of looks! The post Happy Birthday Letterpress…
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Happy Birthday Balloons Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials 4 Bar Fuchsia Folded Card 4 Bar Chartreuse Envelope Clover, Chartreuse & Blossom Cover Papers Berrylicious Color Box Chalk Inkpad Happy Birthday With Balloons Stamp Uniball White Gel Pen Recipe Tips: Use heat embossing tool to dry/ heat-set ink. The post Happy Birthday Balloons Card…
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Octopus Thank You Card Recipe
Paper SourceOctopus Thank You Card Materials: A2 Peacock Folded Card A2 Persimmon Envelope A2 Pool Flat Card VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Elegant Thank You, Octopus Naturalistic and Wave Lines Rubber Stamps White, Red, Stream and Turquoise Embossing Powders Heat Embossing Tool Recipe Tips: Stamp waves and…
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Glitter Lips Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials 4 Bar Folded Card 4 Bar Red Envelope Fuchsia Cover Paper Silver Cord Tag Paper Punch 1/8" Hole Punch Glitter Lips Paper Tape Luxe Glitter Silver Tape Prima Press Stamp Holder and Alphabet Stamp Set VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Embossing Heat Tool Silver Embossing Powder Foam Squares Recipe…
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DIY Valentines: Part 1
Paper SourceOne of the best things about Valentine’s Day is that it gives us another reason to create handmade cards with thoughtful messages for the people we care about the most. If you are looking for a way you can share a little love with those who are dear to your heart, we have a few ideas... The…
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The Perfect Pool Party
Paper SourceOne of the most fun ways to cool off during the summer is a pool party with friends. Here are some of our must-haves for a great summer bash. Essentials First thing’s first: you need a way to haul your stuff! This Red Stripe Tote Bag is durable and cute. Even better? It’s got…
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Washi Tape & Glitter Hearts Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A7 Folded Card A7 Paper Bag Flat Card Blossom, Red & Fuchsia Cover Papers Starlet Adhesive Glitter Sheets A7 Blossom Envelope VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Happy Valentine’s Day Rubber Stamp Embossing Powder 1″ Heart & 1/2″ Corner Rounder Punches Valentine Washi…
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DIY Holiday Decor with Paper Source Kits with Guest Blogger Rachel Regal of Just Peachy Blog
Pearl PlotkinI love crafting. I grew up doing it just about every weekend and we even have a stocked craft room in my parent’s home. I also really love Christmas decor more than any other holiday – not surprisingly. So when I discovered the Paper Source holiday kits, I just knew I had to indulge.…
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Cookie Decorating Party with Guest Blogger Rachel Regal of Just Peachy Blog
Pearl PlotkinWe all love a good cookie, right? I know I can’t resist, especially sugar cookies around Christmas time. Usually my aunt Sherry is the sugar cookie queen, but since she lives in Michigan and I so far away from there, I had to take the reigns this year and find my own little recipe. And... The…
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Tips for setting a crafty kids’ Christmas table – Free download included!
Pearl PlotkinWho says grown ups get to have all the fun? This year, the kids’ table is the place to be! Aunts and uncles will be trading their seats for a spot at this fun-filled table this holiday. With a Letter to Santa download, festive photo props and unlimited possibilities of what to create, you’re…
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6 Stylish Ways to Set Your Thanksgiving Table
Pearl PlotkinThe season of giving thanks is here, meaning you can look forward to a festive feast with friends and family. Whether you have a fully-packed kids table or an elegant and refined theme, Paper Source is here to get you ready to give thanks in style. Get inspired by some of our favorite table sets...…
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Have a Happy Halloween with our spooky craft roundup!
Pearl PlotkinFor a freaky and frightening lineup of all our favorite Halloween pictures, products and posts, read on – if you dare! For clever (and mess-free) ways to enchant your guests, adorn pumpkins with everything from glitter tattoos to washi tape, and use our Sticky Face Pumpkin Kit in new ways to…
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Make like a tree and spruce up your holiday cards this season!
Pearl PlotkinWelcome in this holiday season (and welcome Spruce back into our colorscope!) with a deal on holiday cards that will let you cross everyone off your list! Buy two sets of holiday cards and get the third set 25% off! This year, why not inject a little (or a lot!) of magic into your messages with…
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Find your inner artist at a P.S. workshop!
Pearl PlotkinAs a bite of colder weather creeps into the autumn air you might be looking for fun ways to entertain yourself. Rather than lamenting the last days of summer, why not get crafty at one of our upcoming workshops? You’ll be able to bring home your works of art, along with new-found knowledge…
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Stationery Reboot: Turbo Charge Your Correspondence
Pearl PlotkinThe idea of a world without hand-written letters is too tragic to contemplate. Don’t get me wrong – I feel a physical need to have my phone on me at all times so I can dash off a quick text or email. But there is nothing quite like the feeling you get when you... The post Stationery Reboot:…
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The 2015 Paper Source Colorscope is HERE!
Meg KowieskiAs Autumn arrives, it’s time again to ask yourself, “What’s my Colorscope?” Identifying your Paper Source Colorscope sign is easy, especially with our newest Paper Source color, Antique Gold. Our hues are here to provide your creative side with more ways to express yourself…
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Throw Your Own Brunch Party
Meg KowieskiClassy ladies and gentlemen, the time has come to acknowledge something we all know to be true – brunch blows every other meal out of the water. Not quite breakfast, not quite lunch, we love brunch because it is all about choice. In the mood for something sweet? Savory? Alcohol before noon?…
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Guest Post: Gobs of Jobs
Paper SourceRebecca is a mom to two young kiddos and, in her spare time (ha!), likes to pretend she’s a back-up dancer, craft cocktails and run long distances. A relatively recent SAHM, she blogs family-friendly activities, DIYs and celebration fun at Not-So-SAHM. I love, love the relaxed nature of…
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Happy Birthday Silhouette Card Recipe
Paper SourceHappy Birthday Card by Sarah Lehtman / P.S. Evanston Store Happy Birthday Silhouette Card Materials: A6 Chartreuse Folded Card Papaya 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Pool 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Persimmon 5.5″ Circle Card Silver Glitter Wrapping Paper 3D Foam Squares Tools: Silhouette Digital…
