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Valentine’s Day crafts from around the web

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Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, which means this weekend might be the perfect time to create something sweet for your Valentine. In addition to the fun and easy craft kits offered at Paper Source, we surfed the web for other inspiring Valentine’s Day cards and crafts. Photo courtesy…
Handmade holiday cards

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…Card Contest drew to a close yesterday. Thanks to those of you who submitted fantastic and original holiday card concepts, voting is going to be difficult. While we wait for votes to trickle in from our teams, we wanted to put the spotlight on a few of last year’s submissions. We hope...…
Ornament card invitation

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Anytime I share a project on the PS Blog, I feel like the title should be prefaced with, “From the less than crafty files.” But, with the constant encouragement of colleagues — Linda, my go to for execution tips; Rebecca, who shares similar taste and IS crafty; and Kristen, who I…
Win a PS Gift Card – tell us your inspiration!

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Some would say 2011 was the Year of the Rabbit, but from the eyes of a Paper Source fan it seemed to be the Year of the Creature. How often have you looked at an octopus and thought, “He’s so cute!” Or swooned over quirky owls in the wilderness. Or infused holiday cheer with the... The post…
Upcoming event: Crafter’s Night Out this Thursday!

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…of ideas we are featuring at Thursday’s Crafter’s Night Out. These colorful holiday favor pouches provide the perfect opportunity to create something unique. We will be adding... The post Upcoming event: Crafter’s Night Out this Thursday! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Something Sweet for Ann: A Touching Baby Shower Tradition

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…was pregnant with Ann. We created a calendar with dates surrounding Ann’s due date – each guest wrote their name on the date on which they thought Ann’s baby would be born.... The post Something Sweet for Ann: A Touching Baby Shower Tradition appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Malcolm

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…the influences that have shaped his aesthetic and career. You will see his modern style reflected in our 2012 holiday assortment and in our new personalized note pads. Be on the look out... The post Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Malcolm appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Season’s Greetings! Holiday photo cards are here.

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‘Tis the season to be smiling and the Paper Source Design Team has given us plenty of reason to grin. In fact, there are more than 100 ways to show off those smiles in our 2011 Holiday Photo Card Collection. Our holiday assortment features dozens of festive styles, and new this year you can…
Upcoming event: A special treat for Oak Brook

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Paper Source crafting expert, Linda Barrett will be at the Oakbrook Paper Source this Saturday, October 1 from 11am–2pm demonstrating bookbinding techniques, card making concepts and unique favor ideas. As a passionate paper aficionada and Head of Paper Source’s Workshops, Demonstrations and Special…
B is for baby

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Gender neutral baby showers can be challenging because the obvious themes and color schemes aren’t good options. For my dear friend Laura, I went with a theme that would honor her love of reading and her mother, who is a librarian in our home town. With a little planning it was easy as ABC.…
Graduation gift ideas

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…of the most exciting summer celebrations. Who doesn’t love a good summer party and the excitement of new adventures?! But Graduation can also be the one of the most challenging gifting occasions. Either you’re not privy to the Grad’s preferences or you risk paying homage to the…
Special Event: A Midsummer’s Eve Affair

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We’re counting down the days to our big DIY celebration (20 to be exact), and we hope to see you at one of our 43 store locations on June 4th. In fact, as a special treat to those who register, we’re giving away one FREE copy of Handmade Weddings – Register by Sunday, May 22nd... The…
Paper crowns for a royal affair

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A few of my Paper Source colleagues are getting up at 3 a.m. to watch the royal wedding, so I thought it would be fun to transform our paper crowns into something our friends across the pond would appreciate. So, in celebration of tomorrow’s momentous occasion, here is a paper crown that pays…
How-to: Mother’s Day pop-up card

Meg Kowieski

We’re crazy about daisies and we know mom will be too. Make a Mother’s Day card that is sure to bring her smile to full bloom with this easy pop-up card design. It’s perfect for celebrating mom or other springtime occasions. Materials Needed: • Pop-up Card How to PDF • Chocolate A2…
Announcing: Baby Photo Contest

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…for 50 adorable faces, like this one! The Paper Source Design team is developing our 2011 birth announcements, and your little bundle of joy could be the featured inspiration in our catalogs, online and in stores. To Enter: Become a Fan by “liking” the Paper Source Facebook Page Send...…
DIY wedding programs

Meg Kowieski

With spring and summer weddings approaching, there are sure to be lots of last-minute crafting projects and to-do’s, as you prepare (or help someone else prepare!) for the big day. Keep it simple while getting stunning results with these program ideas– the perfect way to usher in a grand…
Guest blogger: A birch & bluebirds wedding

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…White Mountains of New Hampshire last August. Carla knew from the start that she wanted birds to play a major role in her theme, and for her colors to be “blue, shades of blue, maybe blue and some bluish... The post Guest blogger: A birch & bluebirds wedding appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Sweet handmade valentine workshops

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…like the story of Hayley’s nephew? Or maybe you’re looking for the perfect expression of gratitude? Think of how meaningful it would be to have your story ready for giving on February 14th. No matter if you are an adult, ‘tween, or... The post Sweet handmade valentine workshops appeared…
Baby shower ideas to share…

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My dearest friend, Kelly, is having her first baby next month and I had the pleasure of co-hosting a baby shower in her honor. We wanted this to be a wonderfully festive and fun baby shower filled with special touches and unexpected moments. Since the invitations were the first thing that guests…
Coordinating cards make a perfect package

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…collected cards over the years so I have plenty at hand. But sometimes I just can’t find the right one, so I make my own. What I thought would be perfect for this little package is a coordinating birthday card using the same... The post Coordinating cards make a perfect package appeared first…
Get your fix

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We all know duct tape to be a universal fix it tool, but have you ever caught yourself grabbing something random to get you through a household task? Then thought to yourself, “Not too shabby.” No? Well, you’re free to laugh when I tell you PVA is my duct tape. Flip flops with a…
Paper + Craft book signing event

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This Saturday Minhee and Truman Cho of Paper + Cup will be visiting our new Brooklyn store for a special Paper + Craft book signing event. Learn how to make tissue stars and moon and visit with the authors — You can even buy a book at the store and have them sign it too!... The post Paper +…
Free holiday demos tomorrow – Our gift to you each season!

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Don’t forget to leave time between brunch and errands to visit your local Paper Source store tomorrow. Our stores will be hosting our annual holiday demos, which are certain to inspire the season and, perhaps, ignite your holiday shopping spirit. Featured in the day’s events are some of our…
New PDF templates for printable labels

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…printable labels are popular with Paper Source customers because their uses are endless. They make lovely mailing labels, but can just as easily be used for names on school cubbies, card making, or perfecting a scrapbook. You can even achieve total organization for your pretty as a picture…
Seasonal Delights, a Crafter’s Night Out (it’s not just for the ladies anymore!)

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…perfect confectionery containers – Yes, it’s time for holiday food gifting! Here at PS, we have a major love for cooking, and consider ourselves to be real Foodies... The post Seasonal Delights, a Crafter’s Night Out (it’s not just for the ladies anymore!) appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
How-to: Halloween treat bags

Meg Kowieski

The mood at your next Halloween shindig won’t be “grave” when your guests see these hauntingly fun treat bags! Our Tombstone Place Cards, which are great for marking the seats of your un-dead guests, also work boo-tifully tucked into our small cellophane bags filled with treats as…
How-to: tissue pomettes

Meg Kowieski

We love these easy Halloween decorations for doorways and hallways. Our tissue paper pomettes (mini pom-poms) can be done in any color for any occasion – here the combination of black and poppy adds a touch of Halloween flair. Spooky fun! –Annie PS colors: peacock & paper bag Latest…
Printable place cards – the new wedding essential

Meg Kowieski

It’s no secret, the last few weeks leading up to your wedding can be surprisingly action packed! Even the most Zen personalities can find themselves overwhelmed by all the tiny details. It’s a story the wedding experts at Paper Source hear all too often. You may have booked the venue for…
A most unusual paper collection

Meg Kowieski

Is it wrong to collect something 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…
How-to: wall bulletin organizer

Meg Kowieski

I may not be heading back to school with a fresh supply of notebooks or have a locker in dire need of personalization, but that doesn’t stop my urge this time of year, to get organized. And of course, in the prettiest way possible! This cheery bulletin board made with our brand new Marigolds…
Inspired design: marigolds wrapping paper

Meg Kowieski

…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 stack of collected photos! Created and... The post Inspired design: marigolds…
Don’t forget about dad!

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…let’s face it, dad can sometimes get the short end of the stick when it comes to sentimental gifts! Of course we know why… he would probably rather be watching a ball game (of some sort) or out fishing on any given weekend, but deep down he... The post Don’t forget about dad! appeared first on…
Rubber stamping with powdered sugar

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…getting married in June, so it was not surprising to receive a gorgeous peacock-inspired wedding invitation, which set the tone for what is sure to be a beautiful night in the Virgin Islands. There was also no surprise in discovering that the blues and... The post Rubber stamping with powdered sugar…
Congrats to our Mother’s Day Card Contest winners!

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…perfectly celebrated motherhood, both the many different kinds of mothers and the many different styles of mom. From retro to whimsy the design inspiration will be permanently available as a Mother’s... The post Congrats to our Mother’s Day Card Contest winners! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Kool handmade booklets!

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…to give as gifts, even use as event programs. We love making them so much ourselves that we decided this would make a fantastic workshop. They’re so simple and can be made using a few different stitches in a vertical or... The post Kool handmade booklets! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
PS Real Weddings: Lauren

Meg Kowieski

…wedding time! We start to see lots of brides in our stores over the holidays and come January the ruffles and cupcakes of wedding season are full on! This year, we thought it would be fun to share with you some Paper Source... The post PS Real Weddings: Lauren appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
How to make envelope liners

Meg Kowieski

…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 liners appeared first on…
How to clean rubber stamps

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While it might seem obvious, cleaning rubber stamps does need to be done and with care to prolong the life of your stamps. Whether you’re an avid stamper or just a periodic user, you should learn how to clean rubber stamps. A simple way to clean rubber stamps is by using a spray bottle with... The…
2009 holiday card contest winners – store submissions

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…these soooo amazing and inspiring that if you haven’t already sent cards for the holidays, a brilliant handmade New Year’s card may be just the ticket! –Linda PS colors:... The post 2009 holiday card contest winners – store submissions appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
2009 holiday card contest winner – website submissions

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…Contest! Below you will find some of our customers’ homemade holiday cards that were web submissions, separate from the store submissions (to be featured soon). We’re sure these will make you ooh and ahh,... The post 2009 holiday card contest winner – website submissions appeared…
How-to: monogram gift tags

Meg Kowieski

Adding 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…
Christmas tree at the Chicago Botanic Garden

Meg Kowieski

This year Paper Source was lucky enough to be asked to decorate a holiday tree for the Chicago Botanic Garden Wonderland Express exhibit. What a great way to kick off the holiday season! The whole experience was a thrill – we entered the gardens through a secret gate in the dark of night.…
My first homemade holiday cards

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…first attempt…ever. I’ll admit, it takes a lot of time, but I’m so happy with the finished product and I know the recipients will be too. My holiday card design was inspired to by things: 1. Annie’s blog entry about the Halloween... The post My first homemade holiday cards…
Thankful for YOU!

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…It has been a year of big economic challenges, which have required all of us to use extra ingenuity to make ends meet. As a company, we have done some tough belt tightening to ensure that we would stay healthy and be able to grow.... The post Thankful for YOU! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
This weekend: a first look at the new at-home letterpress machine!

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Come to a Paper Source store this weekend for free holiday demonstrations and “make & take” projects… AND be one of the first to see the brand new at-home Letterpress Machine! We are so excited about this amazing table top machine that allows you to make your very own…
Thanksgiving ideas: grateful boxes

Meg Kowieski

This Thanksgiving each guest at my dinner table will be welcomed with one of these personalized keepsake boxes. Our craft boxes are so wonderful to decorate – the perfect blank palette for adding colored paper, ribbon, rubber stamps, etc. I will also have a stack of “I am thankful…
Handmade says it best

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…more people are throwing parties and insisting that their guests not bring presents… “No presents, just your presence” seems to be the theme. In these tough economic times, that’s not a bad thing. However, I often find myself wanting to bring at least a little something…
Paper Source Dedham, MA – Grand Opening Event this Saturday!

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This Saturday all Paper Source stores will be celebrating the Grand Opening of our 32nd store in Dedham, MA! If you live nearby, we invite you to visit our newest store at Legacy Place for our Grand Opening Event, where you can enter a raffle to win cool Paper Source goodies and check out our... The…

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