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Cool paper craft idea: paper kites
Meg Kowieski…rainy spring day. Paper kites are a fun project to work on with kids and they make wonderful party decorations, or wall décor. (One day when we are master kite-makers we will figure out how to make these for outdoor... The post Cool paper craft idea: paper kites appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: paper pinwheels
Meg Kowieski…using colored paper and rubber stamps. White ink, like Versamagic White Cloud, is one of our fave colors to use for this. 1. Begin with any color text weight paper. Have fun mixing and matching different colors. Cut text paper to 5 1/4″ squares. 2. Fold paper twice,... The post How-to: paper…
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Paper Source handmade cards
paper…live this out making handmade greeting cards for a living. If you’ve visited our stores, you’ve seen our greeting card wall full of funny, thoughtful and lovely cards. Among these you’ll find Paper Source... The post Paper Source handmade cards appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: origami paper wreath
Meg Kowieski…pages, while also getting into the holiday spirit – make an origami paper wreath! With just a few folds it’s really simple and fun. Surprisingly sturdy, these wreath decorations are lovely to hang on doors and... The post How-to: origami paper wreath appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Celebrating Paper Source Princeton!
paper…newest Paper Source store in Princeton, NJ this Saturday, August 1st. If you live nearby, swing by for an afternoon of creative demonstrations and a chance to win fun Paper Source goodies. And through Saturday, get a coupon for $5.00 off your next purchase of... The post Celebrating Paper Source…
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How-to: paper lanterns
Meg Kowieski…warm-weather celebrations. Using bright colors, including our vibrant new Fuchsia, we created these simple paper lanterns. They look great hanging from anywhere, adding a colorful touch to any outdoor occasion! Materials needed:... The post How-to: paper lanterns appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Crafts for Christmas: paper stockings
Meg Kowieski…co-workers. Hung from a hutch and flanked by other holiday paper decorations, it’s a treat to walk into our area each day greeted by such a festive scene. These personalized Christmas stockings are... The post Crafts for Christmas: paper stockings appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper monsters kids craft project
paper…asked me to come up with a fun project she could do with her students for Halloween. When I think Halloween, I think monsters, which led to these colorful paper monsters. The basic shapes are made from circle cards,... The post Paper monsters kids craft project appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: Independence Day paper rosettes
Meg Kowieski…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 rosettes appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source Workshop: Wedding Save-the-Dates
paper…“Save the Date” cards for all your guests? Look no further, because we have created the perfect class for you! You’ll get to walk away with samples of each project and the inspiration to... The post Paper Source Workshop: Wedding Save-the-Dates appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source Workshop: Halloween Deadcorations
paper…Deadcorations. Mark your calendar for our workshop on Saturday, October 10th. We will teach you to make frighteningly fun party decorations including coffin invitations, spider-webbed favors, bootiful... The post Paper Source Workshop: Halloween Deadcorations appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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The paper dolls now have homes!
Meg Kowieski…Paper Doll Kit would cause such a stir around here? The kids of Paper Source employees are showing their true creative roots in their continued excitement over our paper dolls! Nicole (9) and Nina (7), daughters of Sally our CEO, have gone to town with their kits, literally.... The post The paper…
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Using fine paper in everyday ways
paper…Paper Source is all of the gorgeous fine papers from around the world. I walk in the store and pause to just say “ahh” at the beautiful ladders full of papers. Like many customers, however, I haven’t always been sure what to do with them (especially... The post Using fine paper in…
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Our paper dolls are ready for Halloween!
paper…that our paper dolls had classic style and would probably choose traditional Halloween costumes…if they could talk, that is. So I made a Halloween costume collection that included a witch, mummy, ghost, pumpkin... The post Our paper dolls are ready for Halloween! appeared first on Paper Source…
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Countdown to Paper Source Girls Night Out!
paper…worry, encore events are already slated at select stores for Thursday, August 13. Don’t wait, register now! In honor of our new , this year’s evening is themed “Indian Summer.” Join us... The post Countdown to Paper Source Girls Night Out! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Now open: Paper Source Palo Alto!
paper…to the Paper Source family, located at the Town & Country Center in sunny Palo Alto, CA. A wonderful addition to our Bay-Area gang, the Palo Alto store is warm, inviting, and choc-full of charm. We have a fabulous team, led... The post Now open: Paper Source Palo Alto! appeared first on Paper…
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Paper Source Special Event: The Grateful Table
paper…addition to a fun opportunity for you to spend an evening with friends exploring creative hostess gift giving and learning to make beautiful accents for your holiday tables, this a wonderful way for you... The post Paper Source Special Event: The Grateful Table appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source Special Event: The Grateful Table
paper…wish list for a pre-holiday social crafting night included: • A fun evening of inspiring ideas and some “not too serious” crafting • Table accents appropriate for Thanksgiving, as well as for... The post Paper Source Special Event: The Grateful Table appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source Special Event: Holiday Card Making
paper…while you play with our new holiday rubber stamps, punches, cards and glitter – leave the mess with us and take home all sorts of great ideas. The event is this Thursday, October 1, so call your... The post Paper Source Special Event: Holiday Card Making appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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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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Paper Source Workshop: Rookie Rubber Stamping
paper…and what embossing powders actually even are. Which is why we’ve created Rookie Rubber Stamping, an all-store workshop designed to explain all the incredible (and easy) things you can do with rubber... The post Paper Source Workshop: Rookie Rubber Stamping appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source Dedham, MA – Grand Opening Event this Saturday!
paper…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 post Paper…
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A new take on the classic paper doll
Meg Kowieski…of us and our families have been spending countless hours coming up with fun ensembles and paper doll characters (and their pets)– and we’re not done yet! We thought we’d start sharing some of the... The post A new take on the classic paper doll appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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This weekend: free Holiday Open House at Paper Source!
paper…we’re giving you an opportunity to do “make & take” projects so you get hands-on experience learning some of our favorite decorating tricks. The best part – it’s... The post This weekend: free Holiday Open House at Paper Source! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source Palo Alto – Grand Opening Event this Saturday!
paper…Event! Join us for creative crafting demonstrations featuring clever tips & techniques, enter a raffle to win cool Paper Source goodies, and check out our brand new digs. And as... The post Paper Source Palo Alto – Grand Opening Event this Saturday! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source Workshop: Carve Your Own Rubber Stamps
paper…for a wedding or special event, consider making your own rubber stamps! This month we’re running a Carve Your Own Stamps workshop at all of our stores. We’ll take you through the start to... The post Paper Source Workshop: Carve Your Own Rubber Stamps appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source Workshop: You never forget your first “Datebook”!
paper…tapes and precut boards. At the end of the class you will have created your very own handmade 2010 datebook and we promise you’ll feel SO very accomplished! Our lovely... The post Paper Source Workshop: You never forget your first “Datebook”! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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This weekend: free tips & tricks at Paper Source!
paper…15 in stores to learn this simple technique for dressing up favors, gifts or invitations. Just stop by between 11am-2pm, no reservations required! We’ll also be demonstrating how to use... The post This weekend: free tips & tricks at Paper Source! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Welcome to the P.S. blog!
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How-to: monogram gift tags
Meg KowieskiAdding 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…
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Happy Father’s Day, Dad!
paper…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, Dad! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Celebrating winter solstice
Meg Kowieski…2010 issue of Country Living featuring our Paper Doves. Their use of these simple decorations is so beautiful and creative, bringing life to the paper birds. Makes me wish I had antique bird cages of my own.... The post Celebrating winter solstice appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Personalized gift wrap as seen on the Today Show & InStyle Magazine
Meg KowieskiIn their December issue, InStyle featured Paper Source rubber stamps to make personalized gift wrap. We thought their idea of using Alphabet Rubber Stamps to personalize wrapping paper for the recipient was clever – and so did NBC’s Today Show (click to view), who picked up the feature as a…
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This weekend: a first look at the new at-home letterpress machine!
paper…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 letterpress cards. Paper Source is one... The post This weekend: a first look at the new at-home letterpress machine! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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A flirty and fabulous bachelorette party!
paperThere’s nothing I love more than planning a good party. Coupled with my love of paper… well, you can imagine the trouble I get in working at Paper Source. This year one of my dearest friends announced that she was getting married, so naturally I planned the perfect bachelorette party…
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Out-of-the-box gift wrap ideas
Meg KowieskiLike all faithful paper geeks, my favorite part of gift giving is the wrapping. Here are two unusual techniques I like to use that often get a “wow.” Origami box An origami box is a super cool way to make your own gift box out of any paper. Here are a few additional tips to... The post…
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The little calendar that could
Meg KowieskiAt Paper Source, we’re constantly working to come up with interesting and beautiful ways to do calendars. Last year, we launched our first wall art calendar, a large-scale poster display of gorgeous saturated color. This year, we had a “paper engineering” brainstorm to come up with…
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How-to: chocolate puppy favor box
Meg Kowieski…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 Cover Weight Paper in... The post How-to: chocolate puppy favor box appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Inspired by sunflowers
Meg KowieskiThis spring we introduced a new paper flower kit to celebrate one of our all-time favorite blooms, the sunflower. At Paper Source, from the moment we decide on a kit concept, we begin the rounds of brainstorming, sampling and prototyping that make up the creative process. After investigating…
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Founder’s Day
paperPaper Source founder Sue Lindstrom celebrates her birthday today and 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,…
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Idea: inspired holiday party placemats
paperAt this time of year, we at Paper Source are reminded of how blessed we are to be surrounded by inspiring ideas every day. We recently had our annual office Holiday Party. To get everyone in the holiday spirit, we asked team members from around the organization to design placemats to be used at…
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Christmas tree at the Chicago Botanic Garden
Meg KowieskiThis 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.…
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Decorating kraft ornaments & stars
paper…especially crafty? Try this easy craft project from our team at the Paper Source Reston store! They added tons of elegance to kraft ornaments with a clever combination of stamp pads. It takes just 3 simple steps... The post Decorating kraft ornaments & stars appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Thankful for YOU!
paperTo the Paper Source team – our employees and customers: 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…
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Find us in your favorite holiday magazines!
Meg Kowieski…Paper Source product featured in the press this holiday season! The fun part about seeing our products in these wonderful magazines are the great ideas their creative teams come up with on their own – often with new... The post Find us in your favorite holiday magazines! appeared first on Paper…
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Homemade personalized stationery
paperWhat could be more personal than creating custom stationery for a special friend? By choosing specific paper colors, embellishments, and adding their name you are honoring their personality and creating a one-of-a-kind gift. A stationery set can be as simple as a collection of note cards and…
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Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Frosty!
paperI like to think of our die-cut paper snowman shapes as a blank canvas, and I decided to create a rather debonair pair for the holidays. I’d like you to meet my Mr. and Mrs. Frosty! I’ve used just a few things to make my festive, dimensional characters. I started with our die-cut snowman…
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How-to: thanksgiving turkey party favors
Meg Kowieski…try a turkey for a fun Thanksgiving party favor! With just paper, labels, and tape or glue, these favors are super easy to put together. If you’re having little ones over to your house this Thanksgiving,... The post How-to: thanksgiving turkey party favors appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
