2017
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Paper Source x Paperless Post!
Pearl PlotkinOur new partnership with Paperless Post has officially launched and we couldn’t be more excited. We are now the exclusive print partner for all of the printed materials coming from paperlesspost.com. We’re thrilled to be working with a superstar in the digital invitation world, and we…
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DIY your Princess Party!
Rebecca BurickOnce upon a time, there was a little princess who dreamt of having a fairy tale birthday party. No fairy godmother was needed, though, to create a one-of-a-kind princess party from ordinary products and supplies! Learn how to magically transform an ordinary cellophane bag into a dreamy treat bag…
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Creative Ways to Address Wedding Invitations
Paper SourceYou’ve decided on your wedding invitations, finalized your guest list, and now it’s time to address your envelopes and send them out. The envelope is the first point of contact between your guests and your wedding, so make them memorable with unique lettering techniques. There are numerous ways to…
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Meet the Maker Series: Ebony of Snow & Graham
Pearl PlotkinAs we head into the spring season and approach Mother’s Day, we wanted to feature one of our favorite mom bosses. Ebony Snow Hurr is the founder and creative director of Snow & Graham, a company that has long been a staple at Paper Source with their beautiful line of papers, stationery…
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DIY Summer Adventure Folio
Pearl PlotkinWhat adventures do you have planned in the coming months? Make a folio complete with journal, postcards and keepsake pockets to capture and share the highlights of summer. This is a great project for all ages but is especially great for kids going off to camp or summer vacation. Materials: 5 A7…
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30 Things to Stuff in Your Easter Basket
Paper SourceEaster is hopping down the bunny trail – and quicker than we all expected. If you are scrambling to find goodies and gifts in time for Easter, fear not! We’ve come up with a list of treats and toys to fill some baskets for the entire family. From kids to crafters, we’ve got you…
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Our Top Valentine’s Card Kits for Crafty Kids
Paper SourceWho doesn’t yearn for the blissful elementary school days when Valentines were passed out and candy grams were delivered? Kids love having the opportunity to give their friends little cards and candies (as well as getting them in return). When the classroom Valentine’s party looms near, make sure…
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Show the Love with #MyPSValentine
Paper SourceTypically, nothing gets the heart fluttering like heart-shaped chocolates, romantic dates, and a bouquet of roses, but we’re a little atypical. For us, nothing compares to receiving (or creating!) a handmade card with a thoughtful message. With Valentine’s Day, quickly approaching,…
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Valentine’s Day Card Mailbox DIY
Paper SourceDIY Moments: Vol. 17 No. 1 Spreading love and kindness this Valentine’s is what we’re all about this year. There’s no better way to spread love than creating an adorable fringed-out and pompom-bordered Valentine’s Day card mailbox! This mailbox is the perfect gift for your…
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Mom Bosses at Paper Source
Pearl PlotkinMother’s Day is an important holiday to celebrate. It’s the perfect time to praise the strong, loving women in our lives. This year, we wanted to highlight some of the exceptional ladies at Paper Source who define the term, Mom Boss. These women have two full time jobs – Paper…
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DIY Your Holiday Cards!
Pearl PlotkinNow that November has arrived, we are transitioning from Halloween ghosts to Thanksgiving and holiday festivities. The fall and winter season is the perfect time to gather with friends or family and partake in some fun activities like creative cardmaking! Our DIY expert has put together some easy…
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2017-Paper Source Colorscope!
Pearl PlotkinOur new color, Luxe Grey, has officially been added to the Paper Source Colorscope! Identifying your Colorscope is easy – just find your favorite color and check out what your Colorscope reading tells you about yourself. Maybe you even relate to a few! If you haven’t already, click here…
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DIY Holiday Treat Bags
Pearl PlotkinHoliday season is the perfect occasion for some old fashioned cookie baking, hot chocolate drinking, and tasty treat gifting. Whether you’re throwing a holiday party or simply want to gift your loved ones some delectable goodies, the package can be just as exciting as what’s inside!…
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Meet the Maker Series: Jordan of Packed Party!
Pearl PlotkinOur Meet the Maker this month is Jordan Jones of Packed Party. This exciting company has made its way into Paper Source stores, and we are thrilled to carry some exclusive Packed Party llama pouches, duffel bags and disco tumblers! We chatted with the founder, Jordan, about how she started the…
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Meet the Maker Series: ban.do
Pearl PlotkinThis month, we’re turning the spotlight on the founder of the extravagantly colorful, vibrant brand, ban.do. We chatted with Jen Gotch, the founder and Chief Creative Officer, to learn about their drool-worthy planner collection, and what inspires their team. Tell us a little about the four…
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Birthday Card DIY
Paper SourceGot a lot of birthday parties on your calendar? Set aside a day of crafting to have a supply of beautiful home-made birthday cards at your disposal. This craft uses the Ephemera Birthday Bash kit, which allows you to mix and match a selection of 40 die cut card stock with copper foil accents.…
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11 Favorite New Products for The Fall Season
mchavezWe’re always on the search for new products to surprise and delight our customers. Paper Source’s Chief Merchant, Patrick Priore rounded up 11 of his favorite new picks that are sure to make the fall season a lot more special! 1. Pumpkin Spice Tea A Paper Source exclusive, this pumpkin spice tea…
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Gifts for the Hostess with the Mostess
Pearl PlotkinWith Thanksgiving week upon us, it’s easy to forget last minute details like picking up extra whip cream for the pumpkin pie, or planning what you’re going to eat on Wednesday night…(crucial). There’s also the task of getting your Thanksgiving host or hostess a thank you…
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Add a Personal Touch to Your Thanksgiving Dinner
Pearl PlotkinThanksgiving is all about being with the ones you love and celebrating everything you’re grateful for each day. There is no better way to show these moments of gratitude than with simple and thoughtful DIY touches you can add to your Thanksgiving tables. Whether you’re hosting the…
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Wedding Invitation Etiquette
Pearl PlotkinIf your wedding is around the corner, shopping for the perfect invitation can be one of the most exciting first steps to planning the big day! No matter what style, color palette or design, there are a few things to keep in mind in terms of the wording of your invitation to ensure your guests...…
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Wrap with Love
Pearl Plotkin‘Tis the time for gift buying and gift wrapping, and who better to give you the ultimate present wrapping tips than Paper Source?! We have everything you need to make a stunning package, from the wrap, to the tape, to the ribbons and bows, to the gift tags and other fun toppers. Check out…
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Friendsgiving Tips and Tricks
Pearl PlotkinIs there a better holiday than Friendsgiving? Friends, food, and let’s face it, a drink or two make this unofficial holiday one that we most look forward to every year. In honor of this festive holiday, we partnered up with Pinch Provisions to bring you some Friendsgiving survival tips! We…
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DIY an Award Winning Oscars Party!
Paper SourceYou don’t have to be in Hollywood to have a glamorous Oscars celebration. If you’re planning on watching the festivities, why not bring the fun home with an Oscar party of your own? Make the night a five star event for you and your guests by having them come as the nominees…
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New! Wedding Workshop Series
Rebecca BurickOne of the most gratifying things we get to do at Paper Source is help our customers plan their weddings. We know there is a lot that goes into the big day and couples are looking for the thoughtful details that will make their celebration unique and memorable. What better way to add those…
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Meet the Maker Series: S’well
Pearl PlotkinThis month, we’re thrilled to feature the creator of the water bottles we all know and love: S’well. We chatted with Sarah Kauss, founder and CEO of S’well, to find out how she started this incredible company, what inspires her, and what she sees for the future of the brand. How…
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Holiday Event Inspiration
Pearl PlotkinSeason’s greetings! The first snowfall has made its way to Chicago which has us feeling all festive (and cold) and excited about the upcoming holidays. It’s the perfect time of year to throw different types of celebrations with friends and family, and Paper Source has everything you…
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DIY Moment Vol. 17 No. 5: Inspiration Board
Pearl PlotkinAs we head back into the school season, it’s important to keep your dreams, aspirations and goals top of mind. A great way to do this is by creating this fun and easy DIY inspiration board! Pin up mantras, to-do’s, favorite quotes, inspirations and other tid bits to keep you motivated,…
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Holiday Card Inspiration with The Millennial Martha!
Pearl PlotkinWe’re so excited to have guest blogger, Jen from lifestyle blog, The Millennial Martha, join us for a Paper Source post about how she added some extra pizzazz to her holiday cards this year. Check it out! Several years ago, I learned how to create envelope liners from a Paper Source class,…
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Give with Love – Holiday Gift Guide!
Pearl PlotkinHoliday season is in full swing, and if you’re still struggling to find the perfect gifts for your sister, your cousin, your uncle, or your baby nephew, don’t you worry – we have you covered! Check out some of our favorite gifts below to make your holiday shopping as easy as can…
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DIY Hanukkah Decor with Guest Blogger Love Always, Audrey!
Pearl PlotkinThe first night of Hanukkah is December 12th this year, and whether you’re throwing a party with friends and family or simply want to add some celebratory touches to your home, it can be hard to find decorations that are both festive and chic! Our friend Love Always, Audrey put together some…
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Send with Love!
Pearl PlotkinDecember is here! Can you believe it? This month, we’re all about sending cards with love, wrapping gifts with love, and giving with love each and every day. We want to inspire you all to find thoughtful ways of expressing your seasonal wishes and greetings with the people in your life.…
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Get Crafty With Your Halloween Cards
mchavezGet into the spooky spirit of Halloween by treating yourself to an evening of card making with our large selection of stickers, stamps, washi tape, colorful glitters and paper. Here are four different cards that will surely inspire you to get ghoulishly crafty for All Hallow’s Eve! Trick or…
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Throw a Halloween Party to DIY For
mchavezLet’s boogie! Halloween is right around the corner and we can hardly contain our excitement as we start to gear up for some fun parties! Whether you’re prepping favor bags, or thinking of creative ways to add a personal touch to your scary soiree, we’ve got you covered. Here are…
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Lined, Sealed, Delivered: Personalize Your Holiday Cards
Pearl PlotkinOctober is in full swing which means once Halloween has come and gone, the winter holidays will be approaching. We don’t know about you, but thinking about Christmas season gets us oh so excited for cups of hot cocoa, fuzzy socks, gift giving and holiday crafting. One of the most thoughtful…
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Creative Favors: Halloween Edition
mchavezHalloween is only a few weeks away, and we are already busy planning as many spooky shindigs as we can until All Hollow’s Eve! In order to prepare for the ghoul times ahead, our DIY expert Rebecca came up with fantastic and easy ways to create some party favors that will surely make your…
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Behind the Design: Woodland Critters
Paper SourceWith the official start of fall only 2 days away (where did the time go?!), we’re turning the spotlight on the mastermind behind one of our favorite fall patterns – Woodland Critters! We chatted with Maria F., Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Paper Source, to learn about the process…
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DIY Moment: Three Easy Ways to Create Beautiful Stationery
Pearl PlotkinWith the fall season approaching, it’s a great time to make some tea, throw on your favorite music, and create beautiful, handwritten notes. Our DIY expert, Rebecca, came up with three fantastic, easy ways to create some exquisite stationery for a birthday card, love letter, note to a friend…
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An Endless Summer Party with Guest Blogger Love Always, Audrey
Pearl PlotkinWe’re in the final stretch of summer, and we wanted to give our friend, Love Always, Audrey a first look at our endless summer collection for her rooftop dinner party with friends. We were so excited to see how she used our products to create a stunning al fresco scene, and how she decorated…
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Our 10 Favorite Back to School Items!
Pearl PlotkinAugust is always a bittersweet month. The warm days are still here, but that feeling of going back to school is slowly approaching. Luckily, there’s the exciting activity of finding all of your school supplies and organizational items to start the year off right. We rounded up 10 of our…
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Luxe Grey Card Making
Rebecca BurickLearn how to craft the three beautiful cards featured in our newest catalog! The new Luxe Grey paper is the perfect shade for creating stunning and sophisticated stationery, and these tips will have you making your own cards in no time! Butterfly Card: Stamp the Butterfly Stamp along the left side…
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Creative Journaling 101
Paper SourceAt Paper Source, we love being organized almost as much as we love crafting, so when we heard about creative journaling, we were immediately on board! It can be intimidating, especially when you see how much detail goes into creating some of these journals, but not to worry, we’re here to…
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Meet the Maker Series: Meri Meri
Pearl PlotkinWhen it comes to party goodies, no one adds the magic and sprinkles quite like Meri Meri. Based in Cheltenham, England, Meri Meri crafts whimsical cards, invitations, bakeware, party accessories and more! We chatted with Meri Meri to get the ingredients for an unforgettable party – packed…
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DIY Fourth of July Firecracker
Paper SourceLight up your Independence Day party with these fun, safe, and patriotic firecrackers! This craft is perfect for those looking to decorate with some red, white and blue colors. Craft during the day, and light them up at night for your Fourth of July celebrations! What You’ll Need:…
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#PSThanksMom
Pearl PlotkinAs we kick off Mother’s Day weekend, we wanted to celebrate all of the mom figures in our lives by shining a light on everything we’re grateful for that they’ve done. With our #PSThanksMom campaign, we reflect on why we’re thankful for our moms and the lessons they’ve…
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5 Ways to Celebrate National Letter Writing Month
Paper SourceAn important month to us indeed, April is National Letter Writing Month! We’re all about sending snail mail and taking the time to write thoughtful notes (on beautiful stationery). In a world where technology is so prominent, it’s important to remember how meaningful a letter can be…
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DIY Keepsake Box for Mother’s Day
Pearl PlotkinEach year we look for meaningful ways to thank our moms for bringing us into this world. One of the most special ways to show gratitude is with a thoughtful, handmade gift. This year, our in-house crafting expert, Rebecca, created a memory box for her mom to thank her. Memory boxes make a lovely…
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Spotlight on Savoy Paper
Pearl PlotkinOur heritage is rooted in paper. Though we have crafting materials, books and gifts for all occasions, paper is how it all started. We try to provide the highest quality papers from all over the world to add that special element to your wedding invitations, birthday cards or everyday stationery.…
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Paper Source Employees’ Journey to I Do
Pearl PlotkinSince we have an exciting wedding promotion happening here at Paper Source, we thought it would be fun to highlight some of our employees who are currently in the process of their own wedding planning! We spoke with three of our staff members to get details of their engagement story, their wedding…
