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Easy Gift Wrapping Guide
Paper SourceThey say the best gifts come in small packages, but we believe the best gifts come in beautifully wrapped packages! After all, if the giver has taken the time and care to wrap to perfection, what’s inside is bound to delight. This holiday season, take a few extra moments to wrap your…
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Out-of-the-box gift wrap ideas
Meg KowieskiLike all faithful paper geeks, my favorite part of gift giving is the wrapping. Here are two unusual techniques I like to use that often get a “wow.” Origami box An origami box is a super cool way to make your own gift box out of any paper. Here are a few additional tips to... The post…
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Totally nautical gift wrap
paperIn addition to an assortment of nautical gifts, we were totally inspired by this gift wrap theme. It is a wonderful way to celebrate birthdays and summer events. Or, christen a maiden voyage with a wonderful wrapped package – your sailor is sure to appreciate. The two looks are easy to…
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How-to: E-Z gift wrap
Meg KowieskiWhether it’s a nibble or a necklace, finish off your handmade holiday with my e-z wrap how-to! Top off Square Favor Boxes with pieces of your favorite decorative paper and simply finish with a tag stamped with our “Handmade by” rubber stamp. Handmade through and through will make…
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The Perfect Gift (Wrap!)
Meg KowieskiDon’t wait for the holidays to get into gift wrap! Birthdays, anniversaries, graduations…every celebration needs the perfect gift to accompany it! But as we all know, it’s all about presentation. No one wants to receive a gift that looks like it just arrived in the mail hours…
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Creative gift card wrapping
paperI love gifting. I enjoy the challenge of finding something that fits the recipient’s interests, something they would not expect you to know. I revel in the surprise of giving something so perfectly them. With this also comes an aversion to gift cards. But two of the most creative people I know are…
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An upcycled gift wrap theme
paperAs many of you learned last year, I like to have a holiday gift wrap theme each year. Born out of necessity, I am extra excited to share this year’s look. With a new baby in the house, gift wrap was not at the top of my list. One day, she was napping especially well... The post An upcycled gift wrap…
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Festive pennant garland gift wrap
paperI’m loving the pennant garlands I see online. Whether made from paper or fabric, strung inside or outside, and used for kids or adults, they are perfectly festive. And I especially love them when they are scaled down to a miniature version (take a look at the tiny birthday garland Annie…
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Creative gift wrapping: reusing a gift box
paperLast month I needed a graduation gift for a friend. Deciding what was going inside the box was easy. Deciding how to jazz up my packaging took a little more time. I was traveling on a flight with this, so sturdy packaging was a must. I found a gift box I had saved (thanks, Anthropologie)... The post…
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A Wave of New Summer Gift Wrap
Paper SourceThis summer, make your gifts stand out with our tips for gift wrapping and styling the perfect present. Things You Will Need: Fine Paper or Decorative Wrapping Paper Ribbon or Twine DIY Paper Crafting Kits Summer Splash and Pool Accessories How to Wrap in A Gift in A Creative Way? You did the…
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Holiday Gift Wrap for Every Style
Meg KowieskiWrapping is like an art form to some, but it’s easy enough that even a novice can create a masterpiece… and we have wraps, ribbons and adornments to make anyone look like an expert. Here are some of our favorites for the holidays… If you’re not sure where to start,…
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Easy gift wrapping with cellophane bags!
paperWe welcome one of our newest crafting accessories: clear cellophane bags! Though the product itself is really basic (how exciting can clear bags be?), there are literally hundreds of ways you can fill and decorate these handy food-safe bags. Here a few easy gift wrapping ideas, perfect for the…
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Decorative tape, not just for gift wrapping!
paperThe associates here at the Evanston Paper Source store are always excited to see the new and creative products that arrive on a regular basis. We love being able to share these products and all the imaginative ways they can be used with our customers. Our most recent favorite is a set of decorative…
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Wrapper’s Delight: Share your gift wrapping tips
paperLast year, Ann brought us together when she gleefully confessed that she is a Wrapaholic. Slowly, confessions trickled in from others who admitted their obsession with color, coordinated style and perfect corners. Her post was like a safe place for fellow Wrappers to disclose the amount of time…
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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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Creative Holiday Wrap Ideas
Paper SourceSo your shopping is done and the stockings are hung…now comes the fun part! Wrap your gifts in style this holiday season with these creative tips and creative gift toppers. Delightful Details From left to right: Tags– Holiday Confetti Die-Cut Gift Tags, Hand Scripted Holiday To From…
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Perfect springtime wrapping
paperOh, you know we cannot resist a good gift wrapping opportunity. So, for all our Wrappers out there, here is a dose of springtime inspiration just in time for the Mother’s Day gift giving weekend. Birds Celebrate springtime delights with these winged darlings Featured above: Bird Wrapping Paper…
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Wrapped in Design
paperFew products unite us more than gift wrap. Our associates could spend hours discovering new ways to style packages, and our customers could recall numerous events that were made memorable by a neatly wrapped gift. And while we continue to share in these discoveries and special moments each day, our…
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New PS Exclusive Designs: That’s a Wrap!
paperOur PS design team has been busy creating fresh new gift wrap. Go from drab to fab with one of our groovy new graphics. Zinnias Wrapping Paper Hot Air Balloons Wrapping Paper Guitars Wrapping Paper Hedgehogs Wrapping Paper Our latest wrapping paper designs feature our exclusive color palette, making…
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Personalized gift wrap as seen on the Today Show & InStyle Magazine
Meg KowieskiIn their December issue, InStyle featured Paper Source rubber stamps to make personalized gift wrap. We thought their idea of using Alphabet Rubber Stamps to personalize wrapping paper for the recipient was clever – and so did NBC’s Today Show (click to view), who picked up the feature as a…
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Inspired design: marigolds wrapping paper
Meg KowieskiI’m a big fan of doing photographic research while I’m concepting a new illustration for Paper Source designs. For me, having a strong idea and concept make the designs more thoughtful, and more compelling; it should be meaningful. So for our new Marigolds Wrapping Paper, I had quite the…
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Behind the Scenes: Designing Paper Source Wrap
Paper SourceBy now you’ve seen the variety of wrapping paper we offer at Paper Source. From quirky themes to classic prints, we have a wide range of wraps that are designed by our team in Chicago. Although the end result looks effortlessly beautiful, the design process is a lot of work that starts almost…
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How-to: monogram gift tags
Meg KowieskiAdding an initial to gift tags, wrapping paper and cards is a great way to personalize a gift. These monogram gift tags can be made from any kind of paper, whether solid color paper, decorative paper, even an old postcard or last year’s holiday cards! We’ve shown gift tags where the…
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Button Napkin Wraps Recipe
Paper SourceButton Napkin Wraps Materials: Burlap 1″ Ribbon Natural Hemp Cord Buttons Sewing Needles Step-by-Step Thread the Natural Hemp cord and set aside. Cut Burlap ribbon into 10″ lengths. Loop burlap ribbon and criss cross ends, leaving overlap.Layer button on top where the burlap ribbon…
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Let’s Wrap About Food
paperHear that sound? It’s the sound of recipe books cracking open, their contents ripe for gleaning holiday cookies, cakes and pies for enjoying at home or better yet- sharing with others! We’ll leave the expert baking (or tasteful selecting) up to you, but where it concerns presentation,…
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How-to: origami paper wreath
Meg KowieskiHere is a fun way to make use of leftover paper, gift wrap scraps or this year’s old calendar pages, while also getting into the holiday spirit – make an origami paper wreath! With just a few folds it’s really simple and fun. Surprisingly sturdy, these wreath decorations are lovely…
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Fun and Done: Holiday Help from Paper Source
Paper SourceWe are your one-stop holiday source. We can help you find the perfect gift and wrap it beautifully for you. You can even throw a holiday party at your local store. Check out below to get full details on all our fantastic services. Gift Wrap Service Let our expert wrap bosses make your…
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Gifting Ideas for the Best Teacher Ever
Paper SourceSummer break is just around the corner. Before trading in the backpack for a beach tote, show an A+ teacher your appreciation with a thoughtful gift – Paper Source has got you covered with items for teachers of any grade, along with wrapping and DIY tips to add a meaningful touch to your gift.…
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Paper Source How-To: Cupid’s Arrow
Meg KowieskiReady to get festive this Valentine’s Day? Here’s a how-to on replicating our store windows. Make a cupid’s arrow that’s fun and bright and sure to impress! MATERIALS Arrow How To Arrow Feather End Template Cone Template Cardboard Gift Wrap Tubes Kraft paper or newspaper Some…
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Paper Arts Inspiration from a PS Fan
paperWhat a hoot! Paper Source gift card winner Amy B. has us inspired! Check out her most recent project, which features our Owls Wrapping Paper. We’re loving her feathered friend! Want to share your Paper Source-inspired creation with us? Email us at: psfan@paper-source.com The post Paper Arts…
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Easy décor idea: handmade paper confetti
paperLooking to add a punch of style to your table? Pepper your party with homemade confetti! Materials Needed: Your selection of fine paper; we recommend our European Fine Paper or PS Gift Wrap. (Some of the more fibrous papers may result in frayed punches.) Your selection of cover weight solid paper…
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One of a kind giving with fine papers
Rebecca BurickOne of the best ways to give something that is one of a kind is to give something handmade. Which is just one reason we love wrapping our holiday gifts with decorative fine papers. These papers come from artisans around the world. Each unique sheet is made by hand using sustainable materials. They…
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Paper Covered Nesting Boxes Recipe
Paper SourcePaper Covered Nesting Boxes Materials: Decorative Paper Craft Boxes Scissors PVA Glue Paste Brush or Foam Brush Ribbon or Twine Step-by-Step On a sheet of scrap paper, turn a box base upside down, and wrap the decorative paper around the box to measure how much width of decorative paper you will…
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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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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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Confessions of a Wrapper
paperHi, my name is Ann and I’m a wrapaholic. Each holiday season, I prepare two lists – one filled with gifts for my family and friends and one outlining my wrapping plans. I am a planner and perfectionist at heart, and I anxiously await the thrill I get from filling the tree skirt with…
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How to tie a square knot
Meg KowieskiKnot tying is a wonderful gift wrapping technique, and offers a modern alternative to bows. It also uses slightly less ribbon and works great if you’re shipping wrapped packages (bows can get crushed in the mail). The instructions below will teach you how to tie a knot using our double-faced…
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NEW! May Digital Download: Florals
Roxy SchmidHappy May! This colorful pattern can be found on many of our products at Paper Source, including stone wrapping paper, gift bags, ceramics and more! And it’s now available as a FREE digital download for all of your tech devices! Desktop | iPhone 6-8 | iPhone X | Tablet The…
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Holiday Crafting Contest – Enter Now!
Meg KowieskiLast month we kicked off our Holiday Crafting Contest (which goes through December 31), and we can’t wait to see what you do! This year we’re giving out first, second and third place prizes in THREE categories! Wow us with your creative use of Paper Source products in Food Gifting, Gift…
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Top 15 of 2015
Meg KowieskiSuperfine Soft White Printable Place Cards | 2. Flip Flop Bracelets | 3. Paper Source Great Big Calendar | 4. Paper Source Wall Art Calendar | 5. Custom Stamp Gift Box | 6. Circle Monogram Custom Stamp | 7. Pure White Printable Place Cards | 8. Rifle Paper…
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Mark your calendar: Special Earth Day Event
paperWith our special Earth Day event approaching, I felt inspired to write a blog about my love of unique gift wrapping. For me, half the fun of giving gifts is finding creative ways to present them! During the holidays I was so crazy for our Great Big Desk Calendar that I decided to purchase two....…
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How to Make A Custom Envelope
Paper SourceJust as you take the time to wrap gifts in pretty paper and perfect bows, give your correspondences the same personal touch with DIY envelopes. With the right tools, making your own envelopes is a cinch. Follow our guide to see for yourself. Things You’ll Need: Scissors Fine Paper Pencil Bone folder…
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Holiday Llama Invitation Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials Superfine White A6 Flat Card Paper Bag Text Clover A6 Envelope Holiday Llama Gift Wrap A6 Envelope Liner Template Tape Runner Llama Stamp Versamark Ink White Embossing Powder Holiday Stickles Gel Pens Heat Tool Santa Hat Repeats Stickers Pencil Scissors Recipe Tips Print your invitation on…
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We Love Foxes!
paperWhat weighs about 13 pounds, can run 30 mph and has completely taken over Paper Source? Why, foxes, of course! These clever creatures have made their way onto gift wrap, file folders, kitchen aprons and so much more! Their persimmon fur positively pops against the night and white backgrounds, and…
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Holiday Crafting Contest!
paperWe pride ourselves on having some of the most creative customers in the entire world. And we know you guys really love to outdo yourselves around the holidays! That’s why we are pleased as an elf to present the Paper Source Holiday Crafting Contest! As long as you’re already creating…
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How-to: Whimsical bow
paperAs a Paper Source employee, my friends and family expect the gifts I give to be wrapped in a creative, interesting way. Here, I did just that, taking some great new holiday 12×12 to make this whimsical bow. The nice thing about 12×12 is that most of the sheets are double-sided (they are…
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Holiday “Wrapture” – Its all about your style!
paperWe have a bit of gift wrapping competition around our house at the holidays. My sister-in-laws each have their edge; Lisa is fantastic at turning ordinary boxes into something really special with glitter paper and complementary ornaments while Lynda manages to take her bows to the new heights with…
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NEW DECEMBER DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
Roxy Schmid‘Tis the season to hang the stockings, decorate the trees and wrap all of the gifts. There’s so much excitement in the air, we can hardly contain ourselves! Our new December exclusive wallpaper is designed to bring sparkle and joy to your holidays and also to your favorite device!…
