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French Message Board workshop – join us TONIGHT!
paper…a crafting project for our adults – the perfect elegant French Message Board! (Sorry this is not a kid’s class – this is for adults only – please see the policy page.) If you are the crafter... The post French Message Board workshop – join us TONIGHT! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Spooky sandwiches – Four frightening ways
paper…I do play hostess to an annual Halloween party where I try out crafty tricks and treats, one of my favorites being the graveyard of sandwiches. The original idea called for an assortment of salad... The post Spooky sandwiches – Four frightening ways appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Holiday Cards & Tags – inspiring creative workshop TODAY!
paper…the inspiration coming! Trust me when I say that this October 21st class should bring your holiday greetings to life. You will get to play with some of our new products including: birch... The post Holiday Cards & Tags – inspiring creative workshop TODAY! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Guest blogger: Carol Schultz
paper…(well, a little bit), I thought, “Well, now I’ll have time to make all 200 of our wedding invitations, response cards, rehearsal invitations, and open house cards by hand!” Oh, and I didn’t stop... The post Guest blogger: Carol Schultz appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Handmade Gifts (with PS crafting tips)
paper…my handmade gifts… let’s face it, handmade gifts are just the best! Being an avid bookbinder and box maker, I get dreamy eyed thinking about how I will invent something fun using our bookbinding kits. Oh, and can... The post Handmade Gifts (with PS crafting tips) appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: Halloween treat bags
Meg Kowieski…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 Halloween party favors! –Annie PS colors: peacock &... The post How-to: Halloween treat bags appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Bellevue store discovers a new craft – needle felting!
paper…to what you can make, once you know the basics. I learned this new technique making a soft sculpture using the beginners needle felting kit (Flower Felting Pin Kit). Then I transferred the... The post Bellevue store discovers a new craft – needle felting! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Creative gift card wrapping
paper…interests, something they would not expect you to know. I revel in the surprise of giving something so perfectly them. With this also comes an aversion to gift cards. But two of the most creative people I know are tying the... The post Creative gift card wrapping appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Gifts for kids – Lindsay’s fall favorites!
paper…I like simply for its cute design and Japanese aesthetic is the Momiji doll. The new ones for fall are Snuggle (with the mushroom hat) and Happy Birthday (with the adorable pigtails and a cake for... The post Gifts for kids – Lindsay’s fall favorites! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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NEW! Crafting Studio featuring Epic Letterpress Machine
paper…weighed 1200 lbs and smelled of inks and solvent. None of that mattered – George and I had a love-hate relationship from the start. To everyone else he was known as the Vandercook Universal. My... The post NEW! Crafting Studio featuring Epic Letterpress Machine appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Invitation inspiration
paper…a little bundle of joy. Her first! And, like a good crazy “Aunt” Liz, the news prompted me to send her a litany of whimsical nursery room decorating ideas for welcoming baby Grayson. My best friend has always... The post Invitation inspiration appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Guest blogger: Maria Kanakis
paper…package my handmade stationery. I searched high and low, but boxes just didn’t seem to come in the size I wanted. I was so desperate that I came close to paying a ridiculous price to have some boxes shipped from Asia, but... The post Guest blogger: Maria Kanakis appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Eat. Drink. And just BE married.
paper…the discussion showcased so many thoughtful themes. It also gave me pause: What the heck was my inspiration? The Mister and I knew we wanted our guests to have fun, but we needed it to be a little more meaningful than... The post Eat. Drink. And just BE married. appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Go ahead…color outside the lines!
paper…but in a new way. Faber-Castell Aquarelle Watercolor Pencils have long been a favorite of mine and I was thrilled when we picked up this set of 12 colors. Here’s an easy way to create fun stationery or... The post Go ahead…color outside the lines! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Mallaree finds the perfect wedding place cards
paper…might have made the Brookline staff a little deaf.) My fiancé has had a slight obsession with squirrels since he was little (or maybe I have the obsession with his obsession?), so I thought how adorable... The post Mallaree finds the perfect wedding place cards appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Learn card making tricks from the pros!
paper…This Thursday’s Creative Card Making Collection Workshop offers the perfect opportunity to roll up your sleeves and learn plenty of easy tips and tricks for layering, embossing, and fill-in ideas that will... The post Learn card making tricks from the pros! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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With love from Whidbey Island
paper…a little bit about the company who created it. The card I’ve chosen is called Apples made by Salmonberry Studio on Whidbey Island, Washington. Salmonberry Studio is actually a lovely woman named Francy Kling Blumhagen.... The post With love from Whidbey Island appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Buyer’s faves for back to school — Lindsay
paper…freshen up my lunch accessories (celebrating “still at work”!). It brightens up the fact that summer is almost over. This year I brought in a bunch of adorable back to school items like backpacks,... The post Buyer’s faves for back to school — Lindsay appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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What inspired your big day?
Meg Kowieski…after the fact. My friend Linda shared photos she had taken from my wedding in the fall of 2007, and through these photos it’s clear – the place John and I were married, on the shores on Lake Michigan, was the... The post What inspired your big day? appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: wall bulletin organizer
Meg Kowieski…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 Wrapping... The post How-to: wall bulletin organizer appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Get organized – get naked!
paper…possibilities – the new Naked Binder (fun name, but I can’t take credit for that) is one of my latest favorites and is the feature of our Creative Organization Workshop taking place this Thursday, August 5.... The post Get organized – get naked! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Extra special stationery for a first-time camper
paper…of us – she’s a bit reserved and home-based, and I like having her around! Of course I wanted to send her off with materials to write our family lots of letters (we’re five days in and... The post Extra special stationery for a first-time camper appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Our first guest blogger! Introducing Andrea Boudewijn…
paper…introduce our first guest blogger, Andrea Boudewijn, whose creative inspiration is simply delicious! Here’s her story: Hi PS Fans! My name is Andrea Boudewijn and I’m a baker of... The post Our first guest blogger! Introducing Andrea Boudewijn… appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Easy wedding table cards
paper…Look at this easy wedding table card idea she shared with me – just a table tent with a beautiful rubber stamp and an expression note attached with eyelets. We have expression notes printed with wonderful sayings,... The post Easy wedding table cards appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Love our crafting essentials? Be a guest blogger!
paper…tools we think everyone who loves doing creative things should have. Now we want you to tell us why these products are a must-have for you – tell us how you use any of our crafting essentials... The post Love our crafting essentials? Be a guest blogger! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Girls Night Out: Sassy Personal Stationery
paper…told us you wanted more stationery, more rubber stamping, plus new cool and unusual ideas to take you outside the proverbial creative box! Our upcoming Girl’s Night Out “Sassy Personal Stationery” is... The post Girls Night Out: Sassy Personal Stationery appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Why we love the Silhouette
paper…But, every once in a while… it’s the big things! The Silhouette SD Digital Cutting Tool is one of those things. Roughly the size of an average inkjet printer, this machine is definitely a crafting power tool. It allows you... The post Why we love the Silhouette appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: hamburger party invites
Meg Kowieski…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! –Annie PS colors: gravel & beet Latest... The post How-to: hamburger party invites appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Picture this!…handmade frames
paper…the hard work of pre-cutting bookboard pieces for you. That means no fear, no sore fingers, no worries…leaving you with the fun part of simply creating! I know – you love us, don’t you? At our Fun Frames... The post Picture this!…handmade frames appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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“Twice as nice” twins baby shower
Meg Kowieski…a “twice as nice” twins theme and a color palette inspired by her nursery, we put together simple decorations and a fun card with a baby shower gift that made for a delightful afternoon. We... The post “Twice as nice” twins baby shower appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Spotted! Cupcake apron in Sex and the City 2
paper…been selling the adorable ruffled bohemian aprons from Funktion for years, like the Gia Apron, which is very fresh and springy in yellows and pinks. Funktion’s owner, Tara flies to India frequently to... The post Spotted! Cupcake apron in Sex and the City 2 appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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New fave items for summer
paper…a couple of my favorites! First, I love our giant roll of 1,000 Admit One Tickets. They’re super fun for all kinds of summer shenanigans from family talent shows to movie nights around the tv. Hey kids, it’ll be... The post New fave items for summer appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Don’t forget about dad!
paper…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 Paper Source Blog.
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Rubber stamping with powdered sugar
paper…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 appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: camp stationery
Meg Kowieski…set. Note cards, envelopes, address labels and postage stamps are all neatly packed inside a little backpack, which you can add to their favorite stuffed animal! Kids will have a fun time making their own stationery set,... The post How-to: camp stationery appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Carve your own stamps…magic!
paper…stamp blocks. I used a Speedy Stamp Carving Kit and a few extra stamp blocks to create the two designs shown below. I drew the flower and lined notebook page designs, then carved them out. Since then I have used them... The post Carve your own stamps…magic! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Congrats to our Mother’s Day Card Contest winners!
paper…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.
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Kindergarten craft day!
paper…hometown in Central Illinois. My husband and I are both from this small community of farmers and commuters, and have deep roots and relationships. My mother-in-law is a kindergarten teacher at one of the local grade schools and... The post Kindergarten craft day! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: recycled origami hearts
Meg Kowieski…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 cluster of hearts from a tree... The post How-to: recycled origami hearts appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: tweet mother’s day card
Meg Kowieski…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: tweet mother’s day card appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Fave spring gifts – gonzo for color
paper…use the word “colorful.” Rich colors, like rich flavors, tickle some deep joyful place inside of me. Fiery colors can warm up even the rainiest afternoon, and bright, flowery hues help remind... The post Fave spring gifts – gonzo for color appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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New Silhouette SD Digital Cutting Tool
paper…of my absolute favorites – the Silhouette SD Digital Cutting Tool. It’s similar to a printer in shape & size and connects to your computer, but instead of printing images, it uses a tiny blade to cut... The post New Silhouette SD Digital Cutting Tool appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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What will you do for Earth hour?
paper…I planned to spend the hour on my rooftop in West Town, watching the lights of the big city dim, seeing how the bustling metropolis adapted to a brief moment of calm. I watched the lights fade one by one –... The post What will you do for Earth hour? appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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You asked for it – Crafting Studio!
paper…about? Getting so lost in the “play” of a project that you feel, when you resurface, both invigorated and proud. We love that our customers have asked us for more play time, it gave US a chance to... The post You asked for it – Crafting Studio! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Play with color!
Meg Kowieski…and observation to show how colors interact with one another sometimes in a deceiving way. This play can help you discover colors that are influencers and colors that are easily influenced. It’s common for color theory... The post Play with color! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Bridal shower invites – handy registry cards
paper…My mom wanted a subtle tropical theme and a unique wedding invite that she could design on her own. We browsed the wedding inspiration boards at the Evanston store for ideas, and loved a sample we... The post Bridal shower invites – handy registry cards appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Smiling faces from our Wedding Suites workshop
paper…week’s Wedding Suites workshop. At our River North store in Chicago we had some really fun folks join us for an evening built around learning DIY basics for creating their own invitation suites.... The post Smiling faces from our Wedding Suites workshop appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Kool handmade booklets!
paper…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.
