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5 steps to perfect rubber stamping
paper…holiday card making*. You see us using these techniques all the time, and there’s a reason for that – they’re super easy and add a professional decorative look to all types of projects. Give it a... The post 5 steps to perfect rubber stamping appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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5 Ways to Celebrate National Letter Writing Month
Paper Source…thoughtful notes (on beautiful stationery). In a world where technology is so prominent, it’s important to remember how meaningful a letter can be – even if it’s a letter to yourself!... The post 5 Ways to Celebrate National Letter Writing Month appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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First birthday party invitations (no envelopes required)
paper…I knew it must incorporate our fantastic box mailers. Inspired by the tiny paper pinwheels featured at our recent office baby shower, I created these pretty in pink party invites. A simple... The post First birthday party invitations (no envelopes required) appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Card Designer Spotlight x 2021co
Simone Paton…be inspired by a new designer every month on our blog! Celebrate National Card and Letter-writing Month with our April Card Designer Spotlight featuring 2021co with Nicole & Emily. 2021co was officially launched... The post Card Designer Spotlight x 2021co appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source x Paperless Post!
Pearl Plotkin…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 are so excited to offer our customers hundreds of... The post Paper Source x Paperless Post! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Celebrate with Darcy x The Minions
Paper SourceWe are excited to launch the Darcy Miller x Minions party collection available exclusively at Paper Source! This collaboration is unlike anything you will find anywhere else because it is Darcy’s unique illustrations that bring the cheerful giggles and wiggles of the minions to life. Learn more…
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Card Designer Spotlight x Shorthand Press
Simone Paton…and be inspired by a new designer every month on our blog! This month, meet our Card Designer Rosanna of Shorthand Press. Celebrate International Women’s Month and find out how this woman owned business... The post Card Designer Spotlight x Shorthand Press appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Card Designer Spotlight X Hartland Cards
Simone Paton…stores. Meet and be inspired by a new designer every month on our blog! Find out how a background in fashion design developed into a fashionable card designer business with Emily J of Hartland Cards.... The post Card Designer Spotlight X Hartland Cards appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Card Designer Spotlight x Yeppie Paper
Simone Paton…Source stores. Meet and be inspired by a new designer every month on our blog! Jim & Jen are the brother-sister duo of Yeppie Paper that took an entrepreneurial leap into the greeting card world. Taking the... The post Card Designer Spotlight x Yeppie Paper appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Meet the Maker: Jeremiah Brent x Paper Source Collaboration
Simone Paton…for 2024. Jeremiah Brent is an interior designer, tv personality, and author based out of New York City. He has a rare understanding of the ineffable qualities that keep us truly connected... The post Meet the Maker: Jeremiah Brent x Paper Source Collaboration appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How to make envelope liners
Meg Kowieski…envelopes are oh, so satisfying! It’s an easy, instant upgrade to wedding invitations, stationery, and greeting cards, and even if you claim you’re not crafty, you will be able to do this. You can use almost any paper imaginable to make envelopes liners –... The post How to make envelope…
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How to Make A Custom Envelope
Paper Source…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 Envelope Template Tape... The post How to Make A Custom Envelope appeared first on Paper Source…
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DIY Moment Vol. 17 No. 5: Inspiration Board
Pearl Plotkin…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, moving forward and focused... The post DIY Moment Vol. 17 No. 5: Inspiration Board appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Holiday Flower Card Recipe
Paper Source…A2 Envelope Season’s Greetings Stamp Holiday Flower Stamp Holiday Floral Glitter Wrap A2 Envelope Liner Template Pencil Scissors Versamark Ink Heat Tool Red Embossing Powder Gold Embossing Powder Liquid Pearls (Red) Tape Runner Recipe Tips Cut the quartz paper into 4″ x 5 1/4″...…
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Snow Globe Card Recipe
Paper Source…A2 Folded Card Persimmon A2 Envelope Persimmon Text Peacock Cover Joy & Cheer Stamp Tree In Jar Stamp Versamark Ink White Embossing Powder Red Liquid Pearls Star Dust Stickles Foam Squares Scissors Tape Runner Recipe Tips Cut a piece of Persimmon text to 4″ x 5 1/4″. Stamp Joy and…
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Holiday Bike Card Recipe
Paper Source…Cover A2 Clover Envelope Harbor, Grass & Scarlet Color Box Inkpads Holiday Bike & Confetti Rubber Stamps Souffle, Uniball Silver Gel & Uniball Black Gel Pens Foam Squares Embossing Heat Tool Adhesive notes Recipe Tips Trim Eco-White card to 5 1/4″ x 4″. Stamp Confetti...…
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Baby Announcement Silhouette Recipe
Paper Source…Claudia Aguilar / P.S. Samples/Design Department Baby Announcement Silhouette Materials: Poppy 8 1/2 x 11″ Cover Clover 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Peacock 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Clover #10 Envelopes Small Zot Dots Tools: Silhouette Digital Cutting Tool Recipe Tips & Techniques: Animals were…
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Kids Hedgehog Valentine Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials 4 Bar Pool Flat Cards 4 Bar Fuchsia Envelopes Corner Rounder Punch Hedgehog & To/From Rubber Stamp VersaMark Watermark Ink Pad Cricket Embossing Powder Heart Shapes Pack Heart Sparkle Gems Heart Sticker Repeats Glassine Envelopes 2 1/4″ x 3 1/2″ Happy Valentine’s Day…
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Kids Fox Valentine
Paper SourceMaterials 4 Bar Clover Flat Cards 4 Bar Persimmon Envelopes Corner Rounder Punch Fox & To/From Rubber Stamps VersaMark Watermark Ink Pad Picante Embossing Powder Heart Sparkle Gems Glassine Envelopes 2 1/4″ x 3 1/2″ Red & White Baker’s Twine Happy Valentine’s Day…
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DIY Summer Adventure Folio
Pearl Plotkin…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 Envelopes Printable Postcard... The post DIY Summer Adventure Folio appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Pirate Invite Recipe
Paper SourcePirate Invite Materials: 5 1/2″ Square Black Folded Card 5 3/4″ Square Paper Bag Envelope Black Cover Paper Superfine Softwhite Text Paper Chevron Red on Cream Fine Paper Envelope Liner Template Kit Black and White Chevron Washi Tape Silver Glitter Wrap Red & White Baker’s…
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Limited Edition: Ultra Bright Springtime Crafts
Meg KowieskiNew and for a limited time this spring, we’re introducing 5 fresh colors that are the epitome of the warmer days ahead of us. Our Limited Edition Ultra Bright Springtime Pack of 8.5″ x 11″ cardstock papers are perfect for injecting a pop of color into your springtime crafts. Need a…
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Peace, Joy, Cheer Wreath Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials 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…
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Paper Source How-To: Easter Card
Paper SourceSend a hand-crafted Easter greeting to some-bunny special! MATERIALS How-To PDF 5 1/2″ Square Superfine White Folded Card 5 3/4″ Square Antique Gold Envelope Text Weight Paper in Clover, Mint, Sunshine and Coral Gold Glitter Paper 1/4″ Coral Satin Ribbon Mini Flower Punch…
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Reindeer Ornament Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials Pure White Ornament Cards Pure White & Pool Cover Papers Moss 5 3/4″ Square Envelope Moss & Chestnut Color Box Inkpads Fir Tree & Reindeer Rubber Stamps Clear Embossing Powder Crystal Glitter Glue Pad Red 1/4″ Ribbon Red Adhesive Crystals Foam Squares Embossing Heat…
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Watermelon Invite Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A7 Slate Flat Card A7 Clover Envelope Blossom Text Paper Watermelon Garland Kit Recipe Tips Print and trim Blossom invite layer to 4 3/4″ x 6 3/4″ allowing room for watermelon slice. Adhere to Slate card. Assemble watermelon slice according to kit instructions and adhere in…
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Scary-Good Halloween Hat DIY
Paper SourceDIY Moments: Vol. 16 No. 7 Halloween is one of our favorite times of the year – who could disagree when there’s costumes, candy, and spooky crafts to do?! Combine all three of those things and throw a party this season, topped off with some cute DIY hats that will have your party guests…
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Making handmade books
paper…I love: Our wonderful bindery department (yep, heard me right!) and the joy of learning to make handmade books. When I first came to Paper Source 7 1/2 years ago, our founder, Sue Lindstrom wanted to create our very own in-house... The post Making handmade books appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Buyer’s faves for back to school — Gretchen
paperThis past Sunday I turned 37. How can I be 37? My birthday always makes me think of back to school time. I still remember being 7 or 8 and getting my new school shoes in early August and letting them sit in their box in my closet until I got to wear them on... The post Buyer’s faves for back…
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What’s your Colorscope?
Meg KowieskiThough 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–…
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I Love You Letterpress Card Recipe
Paper SourceI Love You Letterpress Card Materials: 4Bar Luxe Cream Folded Cards 4Bar Clover Envelope 4Bar Luxe Cream Flat Cards Peacock 8 1/2 x 11″ Cover Harbor Blue Color Box Chalk Inkpad Moss Color Box Chalk Inkpad Foam Squares Double-Sided Tape Tools: Letterpress Machine Ruler Soft Grip Knife and…
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Merry Christmas Pine Branch Garland Recipe
Paper Source…Card Paper Bag Cover A6 Moss Envelope Moss, Grass & Scarlet Color Box Inkpads Merry Christmas Chalkboard & Pine Branch With Berries Rubber Stamps Red Adhesive Crystals Foam Squares Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Trim Superfine White card to measure 4 1/4″ x 6″. Stamp and... The…
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Pineapple Invite Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A7 Clover Flat Card A7 Curry Envelope Paper Bag Text Paper Clover Cover Paper Curry Oval Sticker Labels Scallops Rubber Stamp Lime Pastel ColorBox Chalk Inkpad 2 1/4″ Circle Punch Recipe Tips Print and trim Paper Bag invite layer to 6 3/4″ w x 4 3/4″ h. Adhere to Clover…
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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 shape…
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Woven Paper Easter Greeting Recipe
Paper Source…Papaya Envelope Coral, Mint, Luxe Blush, and Poppy Papers Eco-White Cover Paper Happy Easter Rubber Stamp Coral Color Box Inkpad Real Estate Sign Paper Punch Clear Embossing Powder Heat Embossing Tool Foam Squares Small Glue Dots Recipe Tips Cut strips of paper measuring approximately 1/2″ x…
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Chevron Wreath Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A6 Peacock Folded Card A6 Persimmon Flat Card Peacock Text Paper Peacock Chevron 12 x 12 Paper A6 Persimmon Envelope Versamark WaterMark Inkpad Joy & Cheer New Year Rubber Stamp Queens Gold Embossing Powder 1/4″ Persimmon Ribbon Super Tacky Tape Zot Dots Martha Stewart Score…
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Paper Party Hats Recipe
Paper Source…Cut 9″ circles from decorative patterned paper and solid paper – either using a circle cutter or a dinner plate. For smaller hats for kids, cut 7″ or 8″ circles. Cut a 3″ x 11″ strip of... The post Paper Party Hats Recipe appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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ABC Poster Silhouette Recipe
Paper Source…Workshops Manager ABC Poster Silhouette Materials: Luxe White Cover 27×19″ Clover 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Papaya 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Curry 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Peacock 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Social Club 6X6 Pad Jovial Buttons Foam Squares Tools: 3/4″ Circle Hole Punch…
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Creative Ways to Address Wedding Invitations
Paper Source…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 achieve envelope addressing nirvana and have... The post Creative…
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Ready, Set, Personalize…Stationery in a Snap!
paper…When designing this line, we took our beloved color palette into account. We hope you have fun pairing your stationery with our colorful envelopes and envelope liners– Go bold, go unexpected, go natural,... The post Ready, Set, Personalize…Stationery in a Snap! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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40 Silhouette Invite Recipe
Paper Source40 Silhouette Invite Materials: A7 Night Half Moon Enclosure Chartreuse 8 1/2 x 11″ Cover Luxe White 8 1/2 x 11″ Cover Night 8 1/2 x 11″ Cover Silhouette White Adhesive Vinyl Small Zot Dots Tools: Silhouette Digital Cutting Tool Ruler Soft Grip Knife and Cutting Mat or 8.5″…
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Fine Paper Table Setting Recipe
Paper Source…Materials: Decorative Paper A7 Flat Card 8 1/2″ x 11″ Text Paper Place Card Super Tacky Tape Gold Uniball Pen Cord Chopsticks Step-by-Step Menu: Print a menu sized to 4 1/2″ x 6 1/2″ – this will fit 2-up on and 8 1/2″ x 11″ sheet of text paper. Trim printed... The…
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Valentine Cards Made with Love!
Pearl Plotkin…We put together three easy DIY cardmaking ideas to create this Valentine’s Day – of course, there are plenty of hearts involved. Stamp and Emboss Cards Materials: Envelopes Die Cut Hearts Valentine’s... The post Valentine Cards Made with Love! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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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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Creative Card Making: Sunny Greetings
Paper Source…our card making workshop next Thursday, March 26th. We will make a set of cheery cards and teach you how to stamp, emboss, make paper bows, line envelopes and more! The cards for this class were inspired by some of our... The post Creative Card Making: Sunny Greetings appeared first on Paper Source…
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Photo Ornaments Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A6 Moss Folded Card A6 Red Envelopes Evergreen Color Box Inkpad Pine Branch with Berries Rubber Stamp Clear Embossing Powder Xmas Red Stickles Glitter Glue Silver Glitter Tape Foam Squares Small Glue Dots Red & White Baker’s Twine Chalkboard Holiday Greetings Circle Stickers…
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A most unusual paper collection
Meg Kowieski…that wasn’t meant to be seen? No, according to me and my Paper Source work mates. A few months ago I brought in my collection of security envelopes and tacked them to my inspiration board. Each day since everyone in the Design Department has been adding to the mix!... The post A most unusual…
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Happy Birthday Silhouette Card Recipe
Paper Source…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 Cutting Tool…