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Upcoming workshop: Artful Paper Inspired Cards
paperDrawing inspiration from paper artists like Helen Musselwhite, we have created a workshop that focuses on the wonderful art of paper cutting. Join us for: Artful Paper Inspired Cards Workshop Saturday, May 28, 2011 11:00 am – 12:30 pm (local time) Click to register! Cull inspiration from…
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Paper crowns for a royal affair
paper…I thought it would be fun to transform our paper crowns into something our friends across the pond would appreciate. So, in celebration of tomorrow’s momentous occasion, here is a paper crown that pays homage to... The post Paper crowns for a royal affair appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Behind the design: Paper Source Craft Design
paper…Paper Source Design Team are the wonderful ladies who lead 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…
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Behind the design: Lekker Haas paper cuts
paper…people to Do Something Creative Every Day. Plus, isn’t it safe to say a heartwarming story or a beautiful photo is sometimes all you need to get through the busy day?! When it comes to beautiful... The post Behind the design: Lekker Haas paper cuts appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Inside PS: Careers at Paper Source
paper…Day. The short answer: inspiring, challenging and rewarding. As you can imagine, most of us were customers first, just hitting up our favorite store for DIY projects, handmade gifts or the big one – wedding... The post Inside PS: Careers at Paper Source appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Wedding bells are ringing at Paper Source
Meg Kowieski…not to love?! But we must say, our most favorite part is the invitation and stationery. We are pleased as champagne punch to introduce our 2011 Wedding Invitation Collection! This year, the... The post Wedding bells are ringing at Paper Source appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Our 10th Annual Paper Wedding Event – February 19th
paper…in the morning, and enjoy FREE store events from 1pm – 4pm, at all Paper Source locations. Start the day with our Wedding Suites Workshop, a hands-on experience with the newest additions to... The post Our 10th Annual Paper Wedding Event – February 19th appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Fresh from the branch: Our sweet new shade of paper
paper…up deliciously beautiful paper creations with our new Fig solid papers and envelopes. Rich and luxurious, this deep hue will inspire romance and accentuate modern design. Combine with Gravel for a... The post Fresh from the branch: Our sweet new shade of paper appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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It’s here! New Colorscope readings for Paper Source fans
paper…So, we ask,“What’s your Colorscope?” Pick your favorite Paper Source color, review your expert color reading, and tell us how that perfectly hued personality enables... The post It’s here! New Colorscope readings for Paper Source fans appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Behind the design: The Paper Source Design team
paper…These folks have introduced you to so many unique products and designs – but have you ever wondered who dreamt them up? Our very own Chicago-based Design Team is behind the Paper Source exclusive... The post Behind the design: The Paper Source Design team appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Welcome baby! Paper Source birth announcements are here!
paper…line of stylish birth announcements. Parents may choose from 150 distinctive designs, including styles fit for a boy, a girl or twins. Each design allows you to personalize birth details... The post Welcome baby! Paper Source birth announcements are here! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source Grand Opening Events – This weekend!
paper…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! Celebrations will also be... The post Paper Source Grand Opening Events – This weekend! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: Happy Jack & Spooky Cat Halloween Card
Meg Kowieski…Cards • Pumpkin Shapes Pack • Black Cover Paper • Curry Cover Paper • Eco-White Cover Paper • Fuchsia Cover Paper • Poppy Cover Paper • Happy Halloween Rubber Stamp • Wicked Black Color Box Ink Pad... The post How-to: Happy Jack & Spooky Cat Halloween Card appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Rainy day crafts for kids
paper…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 crafts for kids appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Upcoming event: A special treat for Oak Brook
paperPaper Source crafting expert, Linda Barrett will be at the Oakbrook Paper Source this Saturday, October 1 from 11am–2pm demonstrating bookbinding techniques, card making concepts and unique favor ideas. As a passionate paper aficionada and Head of Paper Source’s Workshops, Demonstrations and Special…
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Get in on the monkey business
paperWhat’s more fun than barrel of monkeys? Gigantic paper bag monkeys with Paper Source style. Inspired by the Paper Source Halloween costume contest of 2010 (see image), our store teams started monkeying around with life-sized versions of our Monkey Puppet Kit, dressing windows with hilarious…
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Georgetown inspiration: Wedding day photography
paperPaper Source Fan Abby G. and her husband were married in January, and they recently 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…
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Buyer’s favorite: The perfect Valentine’s Day gifts
paper…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 cutting technique is done by hand…
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What a HOOT?!
paper…Monday, Paper Source Facebook fans got a peak inside the Halloween festivities that took place at our Corporate Office. We were not surprised when comments poured in over the wily owl costumes created by our Custom Print & Invitations team – everything from the colorful paper to the unique…
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Something Sweet for Ann: Candy-Coated Shower Accents
paper…creating wonderful paper accents for a touch of sweetness on every table. Pink candy pieces were included in floral centerpieces and extras were sprinkled on table tops. Our paper wrapped candies... The post Something Sweet for Ann: Candy-Coated Shower Accents appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Karen
paper…the fabulous minds behind our designs, we are kicking things off with Paper Source Designer Karen. One of our senior designers, Karen has played a hand in many designs and products over the years. Her work is found in Paper Source calendars and she helped conceptualize the latest... The post Behind…
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Announcing: Couples Photo Contest
paperHey all you love birds, the Paper Source Design team is looking for a few great couples to represent our new line of save the date photo cards set to launch with our 2012 Paper Source Wedding Collection this spring. The photos will appear in card samples on our website, in our catalog and in... The…
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Behind the Design: Silhouette samples from PS experts
paperThe latest Paper Source catalog hits mailboxes this week! Inside you will find a special feature on The Art of Craft, an inspirational resource page with recipes for rubber stamping, embossing and stenciling. We also explored DIY letterpress and digital die cutting projects. Paper Source associates,…
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Artist inspiration: Helen Musselwhite
paper…little inspiration on a gray day, I stumbled across the work of paper artist, Helen Musselwhite. I never grow tired of looking at paper cutting, with all of its lovely, lacy intricacies and layers. After admiring... The post Artist inspiration: Helen Musselwhite appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Announcing: Baby Photo Contest
paper…adorable faces, like this one! The Paper Source Design team is developing our 2011 birth announcements, and your little bundle of joy could be the featured inspiration in our catalogs, online and in stores. To Enter: Become a Fan by “liking” the Paper Source Facebook Page Send... The…
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Easy decorative sashes
paperIncorporate a beautiful fine paper design into your wedding suite with the subtle punch of a paper sash. Decorative sashes are an easy way to decorate wedding invitations, programs, favor boxes and more. Here is our simple DIY formula: Object width x 2 + 1” = sash length Example: If you’re using…
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A must-see: Winter wonderland holiday card
paperOur handmade holiday card inspiration continues with this magnificent creation by Rick V., 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…
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In the news: Hot holiday products
paper…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 In the news: Hot holiday products appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: Silvery Tree Holiday Card
Meg Kowieski…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 White & Shimmer Silver... The post How-to: Silvery Tree Holiday Card appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Holiday craft ideas from around the web
paperWe were tickled when this month’s Women’s Day featured a project inspired by red and white paper straws. Remember these straws from our Summer Cup Cover How-To? Well, this holiday variation — cleverly called the Straw-burst Wreath — caused a stir among DIYers. Image courtesy…
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Win a PS Gift Card – tell us your inspiration!
paperSome would say 2011 was the Year of the Rabbit, but 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…
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Upcoming event: Kids Holiday Crafting
paper…outlet for their joy and laughter. This weekend our stores are hosting a Kids Holiday Crafting Play Day where your kids and their friends can celebrate the season with festive paper crafts. Using a few of our new... The post Upcoming event: Kids Holiday Crafting appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Setting a Grateful Table
paper…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 Setting a Grateful Table appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: Garland of thanks
Meg Kowieski…Pack • Paper Wraphia in Natural • Superfine Soft White 2.5″ Round Printable Labels • Small Die Cut Fall Leaves • 1/8″ Hole Punch • Transparent Tape • Scissors Instructions: 1. Using the Printable Label Template,... The post How-to: Garland of thanks appeared first on Paper Source…
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Upcoming event: Annual Holiday Demo Days
paper…Drop by your local Paper Source store on November 12th and November 26th from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (local time) and get inspired! Our Holiday Demo Days are free to the general public and feature everything from... The post Upcoming event: Annual Holiday Demo Days appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Something Sweet for Ann: A Sugar & Spice Baby Shower
paperWhen our resident Hostess with the Mostess announced that she was pregnant with her first child, nearly everyone at Paper Source squealed in delight. Not only was Ann the perfect candidate for motherhood, but she was also deserving of one spectacular celebration. After all, she had planned so many…
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Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Malcolm
paperAs part of our Paper Source Design Team spotlight, we spent a few moments with our newest graphic designer Malcolm to understand the influences that have shaped his aesthetic and career. You will see his modern style reflected in our 2012 holiday assortment and in our new personalized note pads. Be…
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Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Leslie
paper…10 questions about the many things that inspire her designs and her whit. Leslie has contributed to several notable Paper Source products, including our 2012 Letterpress Calendar. And how can we... The post Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Leslie appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Alanna
paper…in our stores, Alanna has designed a number of Paper Source products like our calendars and stationery. But Alanna is also instrumental in bringing designs to our website for you to customize,... The post Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Alanna appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Put A Name On It – New Personalized Note Pads!
paper…fabulous and functional note pads sets with a name of your choosing. Pads in each set contain 70 sheets of recycled paper and feature exclusive designs that are sure to grab the attention of... The post Put A Name On It – New Personalized Note Pads! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Season’s Greetings! Holiday photo cards are here.
paper‘Tis the season to be smiling and the Paper Source Design Team has given us plenty of reason to grin. In fact, there are more than 100 ways to show off those smiles in our 2011 Holiday Photo Card Collection. Our holiday assortment features dozens of festive styles, and new this year you can…
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Chicagoland inspiration: Crafts for Halloween
paperStop by your local Paper Source this month to find some great Halloween ideas haunting our demo table (located in the front of all our stores), like the spooktacular crafts created by two of our Chicagoland locations. Our Naperville store created and easy-to-make Frankenstein Favor Box. What did…
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How-to: Back-to-school lunch labels
Meg KowieskiTake 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…
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Butterfly inspired baby shower invitations
paper…with my family, friends and coworkers. A few weeks ago, family and friends threw me a butterfly-themed baby shower in my hometown. Because I’m a Paper Source employee and former invitation designer,... The post Butterfly inspired baby shower invitations appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Pasadena inspiration: Bridal shower style
paperPaper Source Fan Jennifer W. shared her DIY projects from a shower she recently co-hosted. As a regular of our Pasadena store, Jennifer worked with our team to create a bridal shower theme that perfectly celebrated the couple’s wedding plans. Since the wedding colors were black and white with…
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Festive pennant garland gift wrap
paperI’m loving the pennant garlands I see online. Whether made from paper or fabric, strung inside or outside, and used for kids or adults, they are perfectly festive. And I especially love them when they are scaled down to a miniature version (take a look at the tiny birthday garland Annie…
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Chicagoland inspiration: Cantigny Park
paperFollow via Bloglovin As Paper Source expands in Chicagoland I thought my weekend adventure to a destination near two of our newest suburban stores might interest artists and crafters who seek local inspiration. A good friend told The Mister and I about Cantigny Park in Wheaton, IL. History buffs and…
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How-to: Simple page markers
Meg Kowieski…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: Spritzer Rubber Stamp... The post How-to: Simple page markers appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
