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How-to: adorable turkey placecards

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We have a wonderful customer here in Dedham who loves to create her own special holiday cards and decorations. She visited us recently on our Grand Opening Day in search of a Thanksgiving placecard idea, perhaps a twist on our classic Turkey Placecard Kit. Along with my fellow associate, Calla, I…
How-to: halloween wreath card

Meg Kowieski

…presto-change-o… a spooktacular Halloween card is born! When I find a technique or idea that I love, I use it for all types of occasions throughout the year by making simple changes to the design. This card is super... The post How-to: halloween wreath card appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
How-to: rocket party invitation

Meg Kowieski

…launched (no pun intended). It’s perfect for kids’ parties and is an image that’s timeless for year round use. Here we used it with our For Date Time Place rubber stamp to make a folded card into an... The post How-to: rocket party invitation appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
How-to: Back-to-school lunch labels

Meg Kowieski

Take treats for school in paper bags with adorable personalized labels. Run our large circle labels through the printer with our print template or write each name by hand. An adorable back-to-school design that is great for single lunches or an entire classroom! Materials Needed: • Back-To-School…
How-to: Summer cup covers

Meg Kowieski

Keep those pesky bugs away from your favorite summer beverage. These stylish cup covers are festive AND serve as a drink marker too… write your guest’s name on top! Use this super easy how-to at all your summer fêtes! –Annie PS colors: peacock & paper bag Latest fave: Spritzer Rubber…
How-to: Lamb treat bag

Meg Kowieski

Decorate your Easter table or start an Easter project for the kiddies with these lovable little lambs! This idea is great for baby showers too! –Annie PS colors: peacock & paper bag Latest fave: Spritzer Rubber Stamp Cleaner and Rubber Stamp Cleaning Pad Materials Needed: • Lamb Treat Bag…
How-to: Panda love card

Meg Kowieski

And you thought only teddy bears were lovable? This adorable little Panda makes a huggably sweet folded note- perfect for your Valentine sentiments! Created by the Paper Source Craft Design team, you can construct your Panda Love Card with colors of the season, or mix and match with your favorite PS…
How-to: E-Z gift wrap

Meg Kowieski

Whether 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…
How-to: paper covered pencils

Meg Kowieski

Make the mundane magnificent by covering mechanical pencils with beautiful papers! Improving on an already classic idea and using refillable – not disposable – pencils makes complete sense in this time of reusing and recycling. Enjoy the fruits of your labor over and over (and over…
How-to: hamburger party invites

Meg Kowieski

Looking for a summer party invitation that will WOW your guests? Send them a tasty hamburger with all the trimmings, including your party details! Such a fun and unique idea for cook outs and backyard bbqs. Our favorite part – it features one of our brand new colors…persimmon!…
How-to: paper flower pins

Meg Kowieski

We’ve made plenty of paper flowers out of colored paper and old catalogs, but we recently found a new material that creates wonderfully frilly petals, perfect for these paper flower pins. Our new paper ribbon has a fun texture and comes in lovely colors. Layering fuchsia and pool, we created…
How-to: recycled origami hearts

Meg Kowieski

In honor of Earth Day tomorrow, we came up with these adorable origami hearts made from our own catalogs. This recycled craft really says, “I heart the planet.” In just six simple steps you can fold old catalog and magazine pages, even shopping bags, into wonderful decorations. String a…
How-to: button baby banner

Meg Kowieski

Welcome baby with a banner that’s cute as a button! You can easily customize the colors using any combination of our circle cards and labels. Further personalize by changing the message on the banner – use baby names or special greetings. Makes for great nursery décor too! –Annie…
How-to: decorative silhouette box

Meg Kowieski

Using our box mailers as a frame, this silhouette box makes a great homemade wall decoration! Choose any colors or prints, and any silhouette– here we used a bird along with a paper from our India collection. Personalize the silhouette by tracing a photo of a family member or favorite pet!…
How-to: robot cupcake topper

Meg Kowieski

Repeat your party theme in unexpected ways…rubber stamps aren’t just for cards or invitations— here we use them as super easy cupcake toppers. Create your own look or theme– works great with almost any medium or small sized stamp. These are a perfect pair with our robot invites. 1.…
The 2015 Paper Source Colorscope is HERE!

Meg Kowieski

…arrives, it’s time again to ask yourself, “What’s my Colorscope?” Identifying your Paper Source Colorscope sign is easy, especially with our newest Paper Source color, Antique Gold. Our hues are here to provide your creative side with more ways to express yourself through color. Go…
Introducing our 2012 Colorscope Readings

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It’s time again to ask yourself, “What’s my Colorscope?” We’ve added readings for our new Paper Source colors — Aubergine and Slate — providing more ways for you to express yourself through color. Go ahead, think of your two favorite Paper Source colors.…
How-to: new home greeting card

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…sister-in-law recently bought their first house, so I wanted to send an extra special handmade card to their new address. To honor this significant life step I went with the theme, “Moving on up!”. With a few easy cuts I was able to create a fun pop-up, and heat embossing provided…
Paper Source How-To: Customized Candles

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Mother’s Day is a great time to give a personalized and thoughtful gift. We love this candle customization; it’s easy to do for kids and adults, and is the perfect present for the mom who loves to take a bath (consider gifting with bath oils and a good book), or for cute mantel decor.…
Paper Source How-To: Cupid’s Arrow

Meg Kowieski

Ready 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…
How-to: tweet mother’s day card

Meg Kowieski

Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate moms young and old. Our adorable chick mother’s day card is perfect for a new mom, or change the message and give it to any special mother. Made from mostly labels, this card is easy to make and is even a card kids can make for mom with... The post…
How-To: DIY Oscar Viewing Party

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…Oscar season! Check out our tips on how to make your invitations, set the table, and create a glamorous photo booth for the perfect viewing party. We’ve put together a collection of party essentials that are both effortless and bold. All you have to worry about is filling out... The post How-To:…
How-To: DIY Easter Egg Crafts

Pearl Plotkin

…yours with patterns, letters and sweet little notes to make somebunny feel truly egg-cellent. Egg Decals Make these Easter crafts egg-stra special by adorning them with glittery decals and spring-themed stickers! The perfect way to add... The post How-To: DIY Easter Egg Crafts appeared…
Paper Source How-To: Donut Invitation

Meg Kowieski

…(or checked out our website), you’ve probably noticed that we’re lusting over donuts. Here’s a cute way to take the sweet trend and DIY your own invites. MATERIALS Donut Invitation How To Donut Invitation Template Donut Garland Kit Printer Mint 8 1/2″ x 11″ Cover Paper A7... The post…
How To: DIY Advent Calendar

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…first of December tradition of going out to a store and buying each kid their own Advent calendar to count down the days until Christmas. Midwest Living has done this tradition one better with their fun DIY Advent calendar created with a... The post How To: DIY Advent Calendar appeared first on…
How-to: Valentine party drinking straws

Meg Kowieski

It’s always fun to make a themed party extra special, and our pre-cut heart shapes and striped paper straws are a perfect match for your Valentine’s Day get-together. They’re a cinch to make and will make a bold, colorful statement on your table. Show your guests extra love and…
How-to: Pretty printable place cards

Meg Kowieski

…during this busy, bustling, holiday season…it allows just enough time for me to get my craft on! An edging of ink color from a rubber stamp ink pad and a simple raffia bow adds that perfect dash of warmth to my Thanksgiving table. Bon appetit!... The post How-to: Pretty printable place cards…
How-to: 4th of July decorating

Meg Kowieski

…upcoming holiday weekend, use these easy 4th of July decorating ideas to make your gathering extra special with patriotic touches made from paper. A festive banner done in red, eco-white and blue (I mean, lake!) will add instant charm to your celebration. Adhere the leftover... The post How-to: 4th…
How-to: wedding cake wish box

Meg Kowieski

…are always looking for unique wedding ideas, and we think we have just the thing! This wedding cake wish box is the perfect addition to a wedding guest book table or to display on the way into the reception area. Guests can write well wishes onto small slips of paper, then open the lid... The post…
How-to: new years party hats

Meg Kowieski

…looking for New Years activities for your family, you must make these glittery gold New Years party hats! CBS 2 Chicago (click to view) even featured them as a fun way to get kids involved at New Years. You could, of course, use this party hat... The post How-to: new years party hats appeared first…
How-to: halloween mummy party favors

Meg Kowieski

I’m always challenging myself to find new ways to customize our favor boxes – they’re wonderful for so many occasions. Experimenting with our pillow favor box, I discovered that our ivory linen bookcloth worked perfectly for creating a Halloween mummy party favor. I love the color…
How-to: pop-up halloween party invitation

Meg Kowieski

…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 can’t resist opening and closing it to…
How-to: decorative wedding favor box

Meg Kowieski

…we introduced the classic square favor box. This perfect little square is quickly becoming one of our favorites to embellish. With just a few folds and double stick tape they are ready to fill with little cookies, tiny treasures, or four exquisite truffles. Here’s a great... The post How-to:…
How-to: chocolate puppy favor box

Meg Kowieski

…of our assistant store managers, these make great kid’s party favor boxes — or a rainy day project for kids to make themselves. Come by your local Paper Source store to see this favor box created in person! Materials needed: Chocolate Pocketbook Favor Boxes Chocolate Oval Scallop Cards…
How-To: Wildflower Easter Card Recipe

Pearl Plotkin

…fresh air in with our spring-themed DIY cards! Let your imagination bloom with this easy project. Paper Source has all the best supplies you need to surprise and delight this season. So, spring on down the bunny trail and get... The post How-To: Wildflower Easter Card Recipe appeared first on Paper…
Paper Source How-To: Easter Card

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Send 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…
Paper Source How-To: Nutcracker Stage

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Create a stage for your Nutcracker Dolls to shine! MATERIALS How-To PDF Music Banner Nutcracker Kit Printer 8 1/2″ x 11″ Text Weight Paper in Superfine White Decorative Papers Patterned Shirt Gift Box Place Cards in various colors 1/4″ Satin Ribbon in various colors Christmas Washi…
Paper Source How-To: Calendar Stickers

Meg Kowieski

…round labels (Optional) Patterned Washi Tape INSTRUCTIONS Download the How-To and Template PDFs. Print the stickers onto sheets of 1.25″ round labels. Peel and stick as desired to organize your schedule.... The post Paper Source How-To: Calendar Stickers appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
How-to: cozy snowman holiday card

Meg Kowieski

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! With a few simple steps you can make your own festive snow-people to use as holiday cards or gift tags. We love this snowman’s happy smile and glittery scarf and mittens so much that we’ve featured him in our blog last week and also in our... The…
How-to: ribbon embellished wedding invitations

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…I had one of those wonderful moments when putting together my sister’s wedding invitations. My sister loved the richness of our satin ribbon, but the idea of tying a bow didn’t appeal to her.... The post How-to: ribbon embellished wedding invitations appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
How-to: Independence Day paper rosettes

Meg Kowieski

We originally created a version of these classic 4th of July decorations for Inauguration Day 2009. To celebrate the day, the PS Design team had streaming video of the day’s events projected onto a wall, framed by curtains and hanging red, white and blue (lake, of course) paper rosettes. It…
How-to: honeycomb summer party invitation

Meg Kowieski

This breezy summer party invitation is easy to make using fill-in printable invitations and our honeycomb rubber stamps. The honeycombs take on a citrus look in these ink colors, but you can change up the colors and use them again and again for any occasion– make fireworks in red and blue for…
How-to: Little snowman holiday card

Meg Kowieski

…12×12. It’s the perfect project for the snowman lover in us all! The page is filled with these frosty friends in all different shapes and sizes. Cut out one for each card…or how about a bunch to... The post How-to: Little snowman holiday card appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
How-to: Silvery Tree Holiday Card

Meg Kowieski

Make the holiday season merry and bright with this Silvery Tree Holiday Card. Use the Fuchsia base recommended in our How-To or modify with your favorite colors of the season. Materials Needed: • Silvery Tree Holiday Card How-To PDF • Fuchsia A2 Folded Card • Cover Weight Paper in Fushsia, Pure…
How-to: Hunka Hunka Burnin’ Love

Meg Kowieski

Send your favorite fool rushing in this Valentine’s Day with our Hunka Hunka Burnin’ Love card. Utilize paper from season’s past or follow along with our color recommendations. Either way you slice it, this Valentine is better than a peanut butter and banana sandwich. Materials…
How-To: DIY Hello Bunny Easter Card Recipe

Pearl Plotkin

Hop to it this spring and create an Easter card for some-bunny special! We have all the fresh and fun supplies you need to surprise and delight this season. So, spring on down the bunny trail and get inspired by our Easter card recipe below: Hello Bunny Card To create this perfectly precious…
Paper Source How-To: Father’s Day Card

Meg Kowieski

If you’re looking to make a card for dad this year (Father’s Day is June 15!), we think you’ll love this one! Download the instructions and get to crafting for the world’s best dad! MATERIALS How-To PDF Gravel A2 Folded Card Royal Blue A2 Envelope Royal Blue Cover Weight…
How-to: paper doll pool party invitations

Meg Kowieski

…party invitations for a child’s birthday or even your BFF’s bachelorette shower. Ours is going to a pool party sporting the latest in pool safety with her very own inner tube. To create this accessory, slice a curved line almost in the center of... The post How-to: paper doll pool party…

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