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Employee Holiday Cards

Meg Kowieski

…Philadelphia, Ann Arbor, Denver, Brooklyn (Smith St.), Santana Row, Pasadena, Deer Park, Santa Barbara, Oakbrook, Austin. Every year, we put our store teams’ creative skills to the test with an Employee Holiday Card Contest. Over the past couple of weeks, brightly-decorated...…
Holiday Greeting Ideas

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Can you hear it?? It’s the sound of the holidays slowly but surely making their way towards the present. And, this year, our designers have come up with so many lovely ways to personalize your holiday that you’ll never get caught in that dreaded “I like the picture but the…
Sugar Skulls – A Day of the Dead Tradition

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This time of year, especially, we are completely smitten with the colorful Day of the Dead imagery, particularly sugar skulls! Day of the Dead is celebrated in many cultures throughout the world, but it is best known as a Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1st and 2nd. The holiday is a time to…
How To: Paper Straw Wreath

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When Women’s Day featured a similar paper straw wreath last year, we immediately fell in love with the 1950’s starburst shape that could be created from our paper straws. We were further impressed by how easy to put together and lightweight this technique could be (I don’t know…
A Paper Source Team Outing in Chicago

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…Day. So, the Merchandise Planning and Allocation department thought it would be appropriate to put our creativity to work at our team outing. This year, the department went to Bottle and Bottega, a local painting studio specializing in hosting parties such as... The post A Paper Source Team Outing…
Celebrating Japanese strength & fine paper

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Many of us were brought together by the tragedy that fell upon Japan last year. For a company deeply rooted in Japanese fine paper, the tsunami disaster touched the ancient art form we hold dear and the overseas business partners who have provided the exquisite papers our customers adore. Given our…
Buyer’s Favorite: Easter gifts

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Can you believe that Easter is right around the corner? It is so early this year! So, if any of our readers are scrambling to complete plans for their gathering, I thought I’d take the pain out of filling those Easter baskets by recommending a few of my favorite gifts for Easter. Celebrate…
A new love for Clover

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When we launched Clover last year, I admittedly lacked proper appreciation for this fan favorite. All I could think of was cheesy cartoonish applications, like clip art images. Even my Irish roots were rejecting this colorful nod to St. Patrick’s Day fun. But, a recent trip to Puerto Rico left…
Buyer’s favorite: Spring crafts

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…have many of us thinking Spring already. It’s a welcome relief for us Chicagoans, considering some of us experienced a full-on blizzard last year. (Not me! See: California Dreamin’) Sunshine days, lighter evenings, blooming tulips and nature provide perfect inspiration for Spring crafts.…
Wrapper’s Delight: Share your gift wrapping tips

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Last 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…
Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Karen

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…are kicking things off with Paper Source Designer Karen. One of our senior designers, Karen has played a hand in many designs and products over the years. Her work is found in Paper Source calendars and she helped conceptualize the latest... The post Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer…
Wedding bells are ringing at Paper Source

Meg Kowieski

…not to love?! But we must say, our most favorite part is the invitation and stationery. We are pleased as champagne punch to introduce our 2011 Wedding Invitation Collection! This year, the... The post Wedding bells are ringing at Paper Source appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Wedding invitations workshop this Saturday!

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…no doubt they were inspired by the spirit of giving and warmth that is very much apart of the holiday season. What a great way to begin the new year! Here at Paper Source we love weddings! And, with experience being our teacher, we planned ahead... The post Wedding invitations workshop this…
On display now: PS Christmas tree at the Chicago Botanic Garden

Meg Kowieski

…gnomes at the Chicago Botanic Garden have just unveiled the 2010 PS Christmas tree at the annual Wonderland Express Walk. Our tree theme this year? Elves! And not just cookie-cutter elves. My own elfin PS Crafts team and I started with our new Holiday Elf Kit and crafted 100 individual elves.…
Introducing… our 2011 calendar collection!

Meg Kowieski

…of us work on the 2011 calendars results in a creative variety of design and illustration styles, tied together in look and feel by the PS color palette. Like clever little squirrels, we spend the year... The post Introducing… our 2011 calendar collection! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Welcome to the family Peacock, Persimmon & Sunshine!

Meg Kowieski

We are just so thrilled to show off our three new colors (well, four when you include beloved Paper Bag from earlier this year!). Selecting new colors for Paper Source is a lot of fun, but a big responsibility. In order to make one new color, we have to commit to 10,000 pounds of paper.... The post…
Spotted! Cupcake apron in Sex and the City 2

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…into is the selection of cute and funky aprons on the market right now. We have been selling the adorable ruffled bohemian aprons from Funktion for years, like the Gia Apron, which is very fresh and springy in yellows and pinks. Funktion’s owner, Tara flies to India frequently to... The post…
Cake box centerpiece – baked with love

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For the past several years, I’ve been making “cake boxes,” putting chenille fabric, lace trims and other vintage baubles on craft boxes to resemble frosted confections. When I came across our Flocked Cream Fine Paper, I instantly recognized it as a perfect “frosting” for a cake box. With a few other…
Kindergarten craft day!

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Once each year, I take a day of vacation and visit a grade school in my small hometown in Central Illinois. My husband and I are both from this small community of farmers and commuters, and have deep roots and relationships. My mother-in-law is a kindergarten teacher at one of the local grade…
Will you be my bridesmaid?

Meg Kowieski

…as brides begin to more formally ask their dearest friends, “Will you be my bridesmaid?” A simple and sweet question that’s been asked for years, has developed into a creative opportunity, and the result... The post Will you be my bridesmaid? appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Paper Source Workshop: Adults & Kids Valentines Classes

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For our Valentine workshop this year, we had a hard time deciding between a kids class or an adult class…so we created both! For our hopelessly romantic Girls Night Out gals, we have a workshop in which we’ll share our love of Victorian folded Valentine creations embellished with Paper…
Idea: inspired holiday party placemats

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At this time of year, we at Paper Source are reminded of how blessed we are to be surrounded by inspiring ideas every day. We recently had our annual office Holiday Party. To get everyone in the holiday spirit, we asked team members from around the organization to design placemats to be used at…
Fave holiday gifts — loco for luchas

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…– a theatrical, acrobatic and campy form of Mexican wrestling. I was a luchador for Halloween, I own masks for spontaneous late-night wrestling with friends, and last year, I saw a live match at the Plaza... The post Fave holiday gifts — loco for luchas appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Holiday card making ideas

Meg Kowieski

If there is something I look forward to every year, it’s holiday card making! But with the hustle and bustle of the season, the task can seem daunting. Luckily, with a little imagination I’ve discovered a few ways to embellish cards that are quick and easy. For example, what’s…
How-to: moving announcement postcards

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Just about every year, I find myself moving to a new apartment for one reason or another. This time around I wanted to send a creative handmade moving announcement to my friends and family to let them know my new address, instead of another mass email. In playing around with some of my favorite…
Paper Source Special Event: The Grateful Table

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While planning our Girls Night Out: The Grateful Table we listened closely to the many customer requests we have received this year. Your wish list for a pre-holiday social crafting night included: • A fun evening of inspiring ideas and some “not too serious” crafting • Table accents…
How-to: bookworm baby shower invitation

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I threw my first baby shower this year!… and my close friend had her first baby. Okay, one of these is more momentous than the other. The new mom is a laidback librarian-to-be, so she requested that for her baby shower guests bring books in lieu of other gifts (such a great way to build... The…
How-to: pop-up halloween party invitation

Meg Kowieski

I’m a sucker for a pop-up, so I knew I had to incorporate one into a spooky Halloween party invitation this year. There’s just something about the unexpected three-dimensional experience that instantly puts a smile on your face… and then, like a self-proclaimed geeky engineer, you…
What’s your Colorscope?

Meg Kowieski

Though I’ve been doing it for nearly 7 years, mixing and matching Paper Source colors never gets old – I continue to be amazed by how well they work together (despite knowing they were designed with that intention!). Like our color palette, our “Colorscope” is also about coordinating colors–…
Tools & techniques: what is a bone folder?

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…to a friend for fear we may never see our much-loved crafting tool again. And for good reason: a bone folder forms to the user’s hand over time, remembering your index fingers and palm after years... The post Tools & techniques: what is a bone folder? appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Five Ways to Make a Night In Feel Like a Night Out

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Cabin fever? Fear not! Paper Source has you covered with this list of five ways to make a night in feel like a night out. When every day begins to feel like Groundhog Day…and you can’t remember whether it’s a Monday or Friday…this list of activities will make for a memorable night! 1.Pop…
OCTOBER WORKSHOPS ARE HERE!

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…and visit us online to see more details and reserve your spot now! You’ll have a scary good time! Handmade Halloween Cards Saturday, October 5th 1:00-3:00pm Wednesday, October 16th 6:00-8:00pm $40.00 Friendly faces, glitter and washi tape... The post OCTOBER WORKSHOPS ARE HERE! appeared first…
DIY Moment: Photo Memory Box for Dad

Meg Kowieski

DIY Moments: Vol. 18 No.5 Create a photo memory box to celebrate dad this Father’s Day – it’s an easy craft that’s perfect for his office and will remind him of all your favorite memories together. What You’ll Need Assorted Circle Punches Decorative Paper Xyron 510 or Tape…
Top 15 of 2015

Meg Kowieski

…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 Co. Mint Floral Wrapping…
Peace, Joy, Cheer Wreath Recipe

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Materials Superfine White 4 Bar Folded Card Antique Gold 4 Bar Envelope Slate Text Peace, Joy, Cheer Stickers Versamark Gold Embossing Powder Gold Stickles Adornment Wreath Tape Runner Recipe Tips Cut the slate paper to 3 1/4″ x 4 5/8″. Stamp the adornment wreath in Versamark ink. Coat…
Get organized – get naked!

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…possibilities – the new Naked Binder (fun name, but I can’t take credit for that) is one of my latest favorites and is the feature of our Creative Organization Workshop taking place this Thursday, August 5.... The post Get organized – get naked! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
PS Real Weddings: Laura

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Sometimes a bride goes above and beyond to create something truly magical for her wedding. With the help of friends, family and her 5th grade class, Laura brought a theme with personal meaning to life. Here’s her real Paper Source wedding story: Jon and I had a long-distance romance between Seattle…
Desk embosser, woman’s best friend

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A typical day in my life: 4:30am- get up, do yoga for ½ hour 5:00am- take shower 5:15am- walk dog 5:30am- drink coffee, watch the weather, get dressed 6:00-6:15am- leave for work, drop Gus off at Doggie daycare 7am-6pm- WORK-WORK-WORK 6:15pm- pick up Gus from Doggie daycare 7pm- whew! Finally get…
Celebrating Paper Source Princeton!

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…Saturday, August 1st. If you live nearby, swing by for an afternoon of creative demonstrations and a chance to win fun Paper Source goodies. And through Saturday, get a coupon for $5.00 off your next purchase of... The post Celebrating Paper Source Princeton! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
How-to: Simple page markers

Meg Kowieski

If you’re like me and haven’t gone completely digital… or you hate dog earring pages in your favorite books…then you’ll appreciate this simple how-to! These page savers are so FUNctional! Kids will enjoy making them and adding them to notebooks or text books.…
Carve your own stamps…magic!

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I am just crazy about carving my own stamps – especially with soft Speedball stamp blocks. I used a Speedy Stamp Carving Kit and a few extra stamp blocks to create the two designs shown below. I drew the flower and lined notebook page designs, then carved them out. Since then I have used…
Throw Your Own Award-Winning Oscars Party

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Don’t let Hollywood have all the fun – bring the stars into your home on February 9th with an Oscars party of your own. Make your 92nd Academy Awards party a five-star affair for you and your guests. With this collection of ideas and party essentials, it will be a party worthy of winning…
DIY an Award Winning Oscars Party!

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You 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 themselves!…
Quick-step guide: Binding with the Zutter

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You’re probably thinking, “Zutter, what?” Or maybe you’re already a fan of this new DIY tool. To help you discover the magic of the Zutter Bind-It-All and its accessories, I created a simple keepsake book in five easy steps. Items needed: • Zutter Bind-It-All • Wire cutters •…
Extra special stationery for a first-time camper

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My oldest daughter just went to sleep-away camp for the first time. It’s a big deal for both of us – she’s a bit reserved and home-based, and I like having her around! Of course I wanted to send her off with materials to write our family lots of letters (we’re five days in…