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Father’s Day Finds
Paper SourceAs Father’s Day quickly approaches, make sure you give dad something he’ll really love. Here are some of our favorite, and truly unique, gift ideas for all dads! For the cook: Surprise your chef with these innovative kitchen tools! Whether amateur or professional, any cook is guaranteed to…
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Happy Father’s Day, Dad!
paper…Father’s day card (this technique is great for a kid’s or baby’s room too). Start with our nifty 3-D craft letters, colored paper and some large photos printed on superfine white text weight paper. Our superfine paper works great with inkjet printers, and the... The post Happy Father’s Day,…
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How-to: Father’s Day Nifty Necktie Notes
Meg Kowieski…dad something nifty this Father’s Day. Our A2 note cards don a dapper do for this Father’s Day card. It’s the perfect way to put a smile on his face! Feeling extra crafty? Try creating yours from a box mailer. Materials Needed: Father’s Day Nifty Necktie How-to PDF Fill-in…
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Paper Source How-To: Father’s Day Anchor Card
Paper SourceDad’s big day is coming up (Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21) and we love the idea of making a card with a personal touch. This nautical-themed greeting is the perfect idea for a dad that loves the water. Stop by a store near you to get these supplies in time! MATERIALS NEEDED…
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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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Paper Source How-To: Father’s Day Card
Meg KowieskiIf 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…
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This Father’s Day: Celebrating Our Paper Source Dads!
Paper SourceFather’s Day is only a few days away! Which means it is time to show all the fathers in our lives how much we care about them and appreciate all that they do. This Father’s Day, we are celebrating by spotlighting three dads from our Paper Source family. From Handy Man to Family Guy to...…
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Founder’s Day
paper…in her honor we’d like to call this Founder’s Day and take a moment to reflect on her (which she would just hate but we’re going to do it anyway!). Sue founded Paper Source over 25 years ago after a life-changing trip to Japan, during... The post Founder’s Day appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Mother’s Day Road Map
Paper Source…Day extra special by celebrating your Mom in a way that celebrates who she is and all that she does. Each mom is different and special in their own way, so we’ve come up with a Mother’s Day Road Map to help you give your mom the personalized day she truly deserves!... The post Mother’s Day…
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Celebrate International Women’s Day
Paper SourceInternational Women’s Day is March 8th! At Paper Source we are so excited to spend a day celebrating the women that inspire us. We are honoring the women that led the way before us and the ones that empower us daily. Check out down below to see how we’re celebrating and stop into your…
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How-to: Mother’s Day Silhouette
Meg Kowieski…something to remember this Mother’s Day. This silhouette project allows you to create a wonderful paper cameo that you can use as a small home decor piece or as a handmade card. It’s a gift she is sure to adore. Materials Needed: • Mother’s Day Silhouette How-to PDF • Photograph of…
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Mother’s Day gift ideas
Meg KowieskiMother’s Day is coming up fast and we have a few favorite gift ideas to make her smile come May 8th! The Mom’s One Line A Day Journal is a wonderful way for mom to record everyday moments. It is designed for quick entries, since she is always busy! Once complete she’ll have five years... The post…
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Weekend Wants: Labor Day
Meg Kowieski…crazy about cats. Perhaps it’s our vision of spending the last holiday of the summer on the beach with all our favorite gear in tow, but we’re digging this cute cat tote. It’s got a plastic coating and... The post Weekend Wants: Labor Day appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: Independence Day paper rosettes
Meg Kowieski…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 really created a festive patriotic... The post How-to: Independence Day paper…
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Snow Day Fun With Kids
Paper Source…have to go to school because there was a snow day. It meant a day of relaxation and fun including playing inside drinking hot cocoa to making snowmen in the fresh fallen snow. Now if you have children of your own you know it... The post Snow Day Fun With Kids appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Valentine’s Day in the Classroom
Paper SourceThere’s nothing like the excitement of a Class Valentine’s Day Party in grade school… remember the thrill of going through your big box of cards and hoping for a special valentine from your crush? Make this Valentine’s Day extra-special by making homemade cards and crafts with your…
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Pin Something Creative Every Day
paper…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 projects and wedding plans with... The post Pin Something Creative Every Day appeared…
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Buyer’s Favorite: Mother’s Day Gifts
paperOur buyers got together to assemble Mother’s Day gift recommendations that are sure to help you find something special for mom. If you haven’t found that perfect gift — or didn’t realize Mother’s Day is creeping up on us — our experts are here lend a hand. First…
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How-to: tweet mother’s day card
Meg KowieskiMother’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…
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Cloudy day fun with owls
paper…about saving things for a rainy day. However, the skies do cloud over in Autumn. During such gloomy days, we’ve found that Paper Source kits are the perfect way to gather the family around the table – away from TV, Internet and... The post Cloudy day fun with owls appeared first on Paper…
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A Valentine’s Day Tween Crafternoon
Paper Source…a fun day of crafting Valentines! We were blown away by their creativity and their ability to make crafting a social, yet personal, experience. The first stop was our “Bee Kind” station. After learning about Paper Source’s new campaign,... The post A Valentine’s Day Tween Crafternoon…
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Valentine’s Day Card Mailbox DIY
Paper Source…way to spread love than creating an adorable fringed-out and pompom-bordered Valentine’s Day card mailbox! This mailbox is the perfect gift for your sweetie (fill it with love notes and treats) or for... The post Valentine’s Day Card Mailbox DIY appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Last Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas
Paper SourceValentine’s Day is fast approaching this weekend. Whether you’ve been planning for weeks or you’re still scrambling for a perfect night with your sweetie, check out our top picks for last minute gifts, fun date ideas, and favorite love songs. Gifts Need a quick gift that still has…
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Easy Mother’s Day (Paper) Upgrades
Paper Source…Day favorite for a reason. Kids and adults alike can participate; plus it’s a simple and cost effective way to show mom how much she means. If you’re treating mom with these classics this year, add more detail with these fine paper finishing... The post Easy Mother’s Day (Paper)…
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Weekend Wants: Valentine’s Day Cards
Paper SourceValentine’s Day is the perfect time to send love notes to your favorite people. Whether you’re going for funny or sweet, here are some of our favorite valentine greetings, all designed by the Paper Source team in Chicago. Just plain sweet. We love this You Are My Happy Place card because…
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Weekend Wants: Valentine’s Day Gifts
Paper Source…gifts for Valentine’s Day. Heart of Gold. We love this new Heart of Gold porcelain mug that has a sweet message for any loved one. Designed by our team in Chicago, the gold heart really pops, and can be used... The post Weekend Wants: Valentine’s Day Gifts appeared first on Paper…
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Weekend Wants: Valentine’s Day Décor
Paper SourceValentine’s Day is the perfect time to add some lovely touches to your home décor; here are 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…
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Paper Source Holiday Demo Day
paper…Demo Days this Saturday, November 10th from 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m. Stop by your local store for ideas on gifting little treats, food and other goodies; the wonder of zip dry adhesive paired with the super- sparkle of silver halo glitter, embossing with... The post Paper Source Holiday Demo Day appeared…
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Buyer’s Favorite: Valentine’s Day Gifts
paper…you are sure to fall in love with. Whether you’re looking for something quirky or sweet, you are sure to find the perfect little thing in our latest Valentine’s Day gift selection. Here... The post Buyer’s Favorite: Valentine’s Day Gifts appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Rainy day crafts for kids
paper…days keep the kids indoors lean on us to help you weather the storm. We went through our archives to find a few kid-friendly crafts that will keep you from getting caught in the rain. Paper monsters Paper dolls & paper dollhouses Owl place cards Paper pinwheels Paper Source... The post Rainy day…
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Georgetown inspiration: Wedding day photography
paper…let us in on a special wedding day moment: While taking our wedding portraits in Georgetown, DC, I saw a gorgeous window display at the Paper Source store. Seeing as I used Paper Source for all of my DIY needs... The post Georgetown inspiration: Wedding day photography appeared first on Paper…
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How-to: Mother’s Day pop-up card
Meg Kowieski…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 Folded Card • Chartreuse A2 Envelope... The post How-to: Mother’s Day pop-up…
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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: For Her
Paper SourceValentine’s Day shouldn’t be stressful, and yet every year, we build it up to be a day of anxiety. This year, we’ve created the ultimate gift guide for that special someone in your life, so you can focus on celebrating and strengthening your relationship, instead of worrying over a…
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Valentine’s Day crafts from around the web
paperValentine’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…
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In the news: Hot Mother’s Day gifts
paper…Mother’s Day. In the recent issue of People Magazine, Jessica Alba suggests creating a Mother’s Day scrapbook. According to Alba, “Receiving a keepsake from your child that’s filled with pictures, drawings and poems is priceless!”... The post In the news: Hot Mother’s Day gifts appeared…
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Buyer’s favorite: The perfect Valentine’s Day gifts
paperValentine’s Day is quickly approaching and, while our best Paper Source Valentine’s Day products are our paper Valentines, we thought you might like to hear about our favorite gifts for celebrating the season of love. My personal favorite is the tiny papel picado garland. The paper…
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Happy Valentine’s Day Arrow Card Recipe
Paper Source…Arrow & Chalkboard Happy Valentine’s Day Rubber Stamps Clear Embossing Powder Silver Cord Golden Rod & Silver Stickles Gold UniBall Gel Pen Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Heat set using embossing heat tool. The post Happy Valentine’s Day Arrow Card Recipe appeared first on Paper…
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Make Your Own Mother’s Day Card Art
Paper SourceMother’s Day is coming up and instead of just giving her a card, give her a card in a beautiful frame she can display and be reminded of your relationship. A card that doubles as artwork shows extra thought and how much you care. If you need some inspiration or need some instruction we have...…
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10 Ways to Celebrate National Handwriting Day
Paper SourceJanuary 23rd is National Handwriting Day! Get your pens and pencils ready- it’s time to go back to the age-old practice of writing things down instead of just typing them into our phones and computers. Nothing beats the feeling you get when you read a personal hand-written note. Here is how we are…
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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: For Him
Paper SourceShopping for Him for Valentine’s Day can be a daunting task – We walk into stores with a clear vision of what we want to get and then are overwhelmed with all of the options. Not this year, though! We’ve created the ultimate gift guide for that special someone in your life, whether…
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Day of the Dead Party Invite Recipe
Paper SourceDay of the Dead Party Invite Materials Black A7 Flat Card Fuchsia A7 Envelope Gravel Text Paper Sugar Skull Stamp Small Rose Outline Stamp Black and White Cover Paper White Embossing Powder Clear Embossing Powder Versamark or White Ink Assorted Ink Colors (Pink and Sunflower used here) Tape runner…
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Paper Source How-To: Mother’s Day Wreath
Meg Kowieski…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 Coral Text Weight Paper Jute Cord... The post Paper Source How-To: Mother’s Day Wreath appeared first on Paper…
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How-to: Lucky St. Patrick’s Day Badge
Meg KowieskiMake St. Patrick’s Day a cinch (not a pinch) by donning a bit o’green you’ve created yourself! Our four leaf clover die cut shapes make it easy to wear some flair. Simply layer shapes, print and stick the labels and finish off with a glittery accent. Simple enough to make for all…
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Mark your calendar: Special Earth Day Event
paperWith our special Earth Day event approaching, I felt inspired to write a blog 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....…
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Paper Source Special Event: Wedding Day Details
paper…to make their wedding truly special! Our hands-on Wedding Day Details event will feature fabulous seasonal wedding ideas for wedding programs, placecards, table tents, and favors. With the help of our... The post Paper Source Special Event: Wedding Day Details appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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DIY Keepsake Box for Mother’s Day
Pearl Plotkin…of the most special ways to show gratitude is with a thoughtful, handmade gift. This year, our in-house crafting expert, Rebecca, created a memory box for her mom to thank her. Memory boxes make a lovely gift... The post DIY Keepsake Box for Mother’s Day appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Day of the Dead Invite Recipe
Paper Source…Watermark Ink Pad White Embossing Powder Embossing Heat Tool Primary Pastel Color Box Chalk Petal Point Inkpad Mini Mexican Skull Stencil Crystal Stickers Elements Recipe Tips Center stencil on Eco-White A7 flat card and... The post Day of the Dead Invite Recipe appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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California dreamin’ on such a blizzard day
paper…Blizzard of 2011 stranded most of the country indoors I was stuck in sunny L.A., after attending the Craft and Hobby show. Of course, I would have rather been home with my family. But, if I had to be... The post California dreamin’ on such a blizzard day appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
