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A Picture-Perfect Handmade Gift
Meg Kowieski…Vol. 16 No. 1 There’s always a sort of pressure leading up to Mother’s Day to get your mom the perfect gift – she’s done so much for you and deserves the best! This year, why not craft your mom something beautiful and sentimental? Here is a picture-perfect handmade gift…
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How-To: “Forever Bouquet”
Caroline Mungenast…to create a crepe paper bouquet for the most special lady in your life! It can be hard to put into words how your love for her just keeps on growing, so say it with beautiful blooms she can treasure forever.... The post How-To: “Forever Bouquet” appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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A Paper Source Cocktail with Guest Blogger Love Always, Audrey
Meg KowieskiAlright guys, it’s basically summer. Even though it snowed on Monday in Chicago, it was 65 degrees on Sunday and I’m going to go with that. So since it was summer on Sunday, I thought it would be nice to kick off the season with some Rosé Sparklers! Paper Source was kind enough to send... The post A…
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New Year’s Resolutions (and how to keep them!) – From our Buyers
Pearl PlotkinWhat are your new year’s resolutions? We want to inspire you to Do Something Creative Every Day, so we asked our buyers to share their resolutions and how our favorite products will help them stay on track. Check out their plans below, and resolve to try something new this year! Carolyn R.…
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DIY Holiday Decor with Paper Source Kits with Guest Blogger Rachel Regal of Just Peachy Blog
Pearl Plotkin…even have a stocked craft room in my parent’s home. I also really love Christmas decor more than any other holiday – not surprisingly. So when I discovered the Paper Source holiday kits, I just knew I had to indulge. If... The post DIY Holiday Decor with Paper Source Kits with Guest…
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Cookie Decorating Party with Guest Blogger Rachel Regal of Just Peachy Blog
Pearl Plotkin…resist, especially sugar cookies around Christmas time. Usually my aunt Sherry is the sugar cookie queen, but since she lives in Michigan and I so far away from there, I had to take the reigns this year and find my own little recipe. And... The post Cookie Decorating Party with Guest Blogger…
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How To Make Paper Rosettes
Paper SourceHow To Make Paper Rosettes These paper decorations are so easy to make and work wonderfully as party decorations for any event. Use lovely paper rosettes as bridal shower decorations hanging above a serving table or gift table. Hang from tree branches at a summer dinner party or use as wedding…
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Paper Covered Frames Recipe
Paper Source…Paste Brush or Foam Brush Step-by-Step On a sheet of scrap paper, place a sheet of decorative paper face down, and place the frame (glass and backing removed) on top of the paper. Trim the decorative paper so there is an... The post Paper Covered Frames Recipe appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Mache Bowls Recipe
Paper Source…Foam Brush Balloons Step-by-Step Use circle punches to punch 20-30 circles of a decorative paper. Blow up balloons, but keep slightly under-inflated so they are soft. On a piece of scrap paper, brush both sides of the punched circles with Methyl... The post Paper Mache Bowls Recipe appeared first on…
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Luxe White Pillow Box Recipe
Paper Source…Pillow Box 1″ Black Satin Ribbon Scallops Custom Gift Tag Recipe Tips: Construct favor boxes following instructions. Wrap ribbon around box so ends meet at the center of the top of the box. Trim off any overlapping ribbon and adhere custom label over ends to secure ribbon in... The post Luxe…
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Luxe White Classic Square Favor Box Recipe
Paper Source…Favor Box 1″ Coral Satin Ribbon Bouquet Custom Gift Tag Recipe Tips: Construct favor boxes following instructions. Wrap ribbon around box so ends meet at the center of the top of the box. Trim off any overlapping ribbon and adhere custom label over ends... The post Luxe White Classic Square…
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White Fold Over Treat Bags Recipe
Paper Source…Mint Satin Ribbon Mr & Mrs Custom Gift Tag Labels Recipe Tips: Fill bags and fold down tops. Cut a length of ribbon to fit around height of bag. Wrap ribbon around bag so ends meet at the center of the front of... The post White Fold Over Treat Bags Recipe appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Painted Hello Card Recipe
Paper Source…Heat tool Versamarker Gold embossing powder Corner rounder punches Recipe Tips Use three ink colors to “paint” with. Sponge daubers will be your “brushes.” Assign each dauber to an ink pad so you... The post Painted Hello Card Recipe appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Join Us in the Write On Campaign
Paper Source…occasion, or just sending an everyday greeting, there’s still nothing better than getting a real piece of snail mail. That’s why we’re so excited to partner with the Write_On Campaign to promote the joy, creativity and expression that comes with hand-written correspondence. …
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Weekend Wants: Valentine’s Day Décor
Paper Source…some of our favorite picks that are great enough to display year-round. (Psst! They’re all brand new!) Awesome color. This colorblock You Are So Awesome Tea Towel is bright and fun, and features gold lettering that pops. Give to a friend,... The post Weekend Wants: Valentine’s Day Décor…
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Weekend Wants: 2015 Calendars
Paper SourceThe new year always makes us so excited to get organized. 2015 is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start, and our Paper Source calendars make it easy. Here are a few of our favorites (and they’re all exclusive to Paper Source!). The Classic. Our Great Big Calendar is the ultimate in clean…
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Holiday Gift Guide: For Her
Paper Source…your bestie, your partner, sister or friend – we have some great gifts for all of the leading ladies in your life! 1. This Prisma Gold Frame is so cute and is the perfect touch of glam to any space. The geometric planes allow this frame... The post Holiday Gift Guide: For Her appeared first on…
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Weekend Wants: Gobble it Up
Paper Source…to help you celebrate the day. You won’t believe it’s not turkey. This funny addition (it’s an Inflatable Turkey!) is so convincing you’ll have to make sure your guests don’t try to dig in. Don’t worry about cooking your turkey to perfection–you’ll…
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Weekend Wants: Personalized Stationery
Meg Kowieski…yourself, there’s a style for everyone. In addition to being chic and unique, personalized stationery is currently 20% OFF! The sale ends September 30, so hurry up and order your perfect notes now. To get... The post Weekend Wants: Personalized Stationery appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Weekend Wants: Fall Must-Haves
Meg Kowieski…for Fall. If it’s too early for you to deck out your place in Halloween gear–try these classic autumnal accents. Burlap Chic. We love this Burlap Wreath Kit. It’s so classic and elegant, and makes for a... The post Weekend Wants: Fall Must-Haves appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source How-To: Mother’s Day Wreath
Meg KowieskiWe’ve found a great way to show mom some love easily using a pre-existing kit plus a few extra supplies! So get crafting this Mother’s Day and give mom something she can display year-round! MATERIALS Love You Mom Banner How-To Love You Mom Banner Template Succulent Wreath Kit Printer…
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Paper Source’s New Year Paper Lantern-Themed Party
paperThings get mighty hectic around Paper Source during the holiday season, so this year, we decided to start a new tradition with a New Year’s Party. Our Human Resources director came to us with a picture of Moroccan lanterns that inspired her, and a theme centered around light, warmth…
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We Love Foxes!
paper…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 the fox design is absolutely charming alongside...…
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New Workshops For March!
paperCheck out March’s great workshop offering. Remember workshop participants receive a coupon for 10% off purchases after every workshop, so these classes are a great way to learn and shop! March 14 – Itajime Folded Dyed Japanese Papers Workshop Featuring the artful technique of folding and…
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Austin inspiration: Tickets to a DIY wedding
paper…the project of creating one-of-a-kind, DIY wedding invitations inspired by Stephen’s old train tickets. We own a public relations and design company, so we were really interested in making our wedding invitations. I designed them with inspiration from my... The post Austin inspiration: Tickets to a…
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DIY fine paper wallet
paper…wallet or custom cardholder. 1.) Begin by selecting any of our fine papers. We recommend a fibrous paper, like this Houndstooth Indian Fine Paper, so the paper won’t tear as you make creases and folds. Cut paper to 12″ by 12″ using scissors. 2.) Fold your 12″ by 12″...…
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A Diamond Jubilee at Paper Source
paperEmma, Paper Source photographer and resident British lass, could not bear the thought of letting the Diamond Jubliee go unnoticed, so she and her bloke whipped up some English treats to make sure our celebration was fit for a Queen. Her spread (and weekend tenacity) was too delightful not to share.…
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Pin Something Creative Every Day
paperSpinning for pinning? So are we! It is the perfect way to Do Something Creative Every Day. In fact, Pinterest has become such a staple that our tagline could easily be: Pin Something Creative Every Day. Through Paper Source Pinterest Boards we will continue to inspire your handmade cards, DIY…
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DIY party ideas for kids
paperKids, they grow up so fast. It seems like only a few days go by before the celebration shifts from baby shower to baby’s first birthday to a full on birthday party. Each moment reminds you of how big they are getting… AND tests your creative capacity. If you are lacking inspiration, then…
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Postcards from my sister
paper…resolution. We thought her story would inspire your creativity and, for those of you with sisters or loved ones who live afar, touch your heart. We hope you enjoy this story and the inspiring year ahead! I am so lucky to... The post Postcards from my sister appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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A must-see: Winter wonderland holiday card
paper…Midwest Regional Manager for Paper Source. The corporate office was buzzing when this wonderful creation arrived. Of course we had to find out more, so here is his story… Having spent the past few years in the Pacific Northwest, the mountains, snow... The post A must-see: Winter wonderland…
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In the news: Hot holiday products
paper…for holiday gift guides, festive décor, crafts and more! We are delighted that much of our holiday assortment has been featured in recent press, so we wanted to give you a look at a few Paper Source picks of the season. In the December issue, Better Homes & Garden suggests a new... The post…
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Turkish delight
paper…history and endless inspiration. Even in the holiday bustle, I find myself reflecting fondly on the amazing things we found there. We enjoyed it so much that I figured, why not share a few images (admittedly not professional) and... The post Turkish delight appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Win a PS Gift Card – tell us your inspiration!
paper…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 Win a PS Gift Card – tell us your inspiration!…
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Setting a Grateful Table
paper…a turkey to assigning side dishes to cleaning house, few obligations toe the line of exciting and stressful quite as well as hosting Thanksgiving, so — to help you along — we dug up some of our favorite fixings for a grateful table. With the help of a paper kit or one of... The post…
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Draft-worthy first birthday party invitations
paper…blood relation though), turns one year old today. Happy Birthday Grayson! Grayson’s mom is my oldest and dearest friend (next to my sister), so I was happy to help her create a birthday party invitation to fit his celebration – a football-themed... The post Draft-worthy first birthday…
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Baby Shower Ideas: Something Sweet for Ann
paper…arrived earlier this month, which gave us a chance to revisit Ann’s very special Sugar & Spice Baby Shower thrown in late summer. We enjoyed planning this event so much that we wanted to dedicate a... The post Baby Shower Ideas: Something Sweet for Ann appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Behind the design: Paper Source Craft Design
paper…our craft, kit and sample creation. And, man, do these gals rock! Maria and Estella (pictured at left and center) are the early birds in the Design Area. We are so lucky to enter our space each morning to... The post Behind the design: Paper Source Craft Design appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Upcoming workshop: Mono-Print & Stitched Booklet
paperIn grad school I fell in love with the rich colors and layered textures of mono-prints, so you can imagine my thrill when I discovered the Letterpress Machine Combo Kit can recreate these luscious prints. Using the components of the kit, plus a few extra ink colors, rubber stamp resists and accents,…
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How-to: Simple page markers
Meg Kowieski…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. –Annie PS colors: peacock & paper bag Latest fave:…
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We’re celebrating a birthday!
paperWe’ve been so busy monkeying around with fresh ideas and new products that we almost forgot to celebrate a very important birthday – the PS Blog turned 2 this month! That’s right, we’ve dedicated two years to parties, kids, holidays, gifts, decorating, weddings and DIY…
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Creative gift wrapping: reusing a gift box
paper…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 Creative gift wrapping: reusing a gift box appeared…
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Buyer’s favorite: Unique Father’s Day gifts
paperFather’s Day is approaching and, whether your dad is sweetheart or a geek at heart, we have unique gifts for dad. Geek is the new cool, so for the geek dad we have tons of options. The Geek Pen is my personal fave – It comes complete with a stylus, flexible LED light, UV light,... The post…
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Upcoming workshop: Color, color, color
paperThis month we created a class inspired entirely by color. After all, color is what we do so well here at Paper Source! We’ll share simple ideas and techniques to build your foundation, then let you take these ideas to another level through the creative use of color. Color, Color, Color! Stationery…
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Addressed to impress
paperWhat do an Ad Man, a Mad Man and an Italian Man have in common? They all fell in love with a custom stamp. It sounds strange, so let me backtrack. Nearly four years ago, I had the great pleasure of marrying into a wonderfully eccentric family. My mother-in-law and her three sisters are artists...…
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Mark your calendar: Special Earth Day Event
paper…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.... The post Mark your calendar: Special Earth Day Event appeared first on Paper…
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Paper Source Grand Opening Events – This weekend!
paperWe are so very proud to announce our three new store locations will be hosting Grand Opening events this Saturday! You’ll find our hometown crowd at our new Naperville store, where our celebration will be topped off with a visit from the Mayor of Naperville, Mayor Pradel – what an honor!…
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Wedding inspiration for the DIY bride
Meg Kowieski…boards to share with our store customers. They create DIY options to enhance the wedding invitations and we thought our online customers would also love to see, so here you go! Our Scallops Laser Cut Invitation... The post Wedding inspiration for the DIY bride appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
