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All you need is LOVE!

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…about the most perfect line you could apply to life…“All you need is Love!” And, while we often think this famous Beatles tune is merely a phrase pulled from the song, I hope the following story will inspire you to reconsider the power of a few well... The post All you need is LOVE! appeared first…
How-to: Garland of thanks

Meg Kowieski

Create a lovely garland of thanks for all to enjoy this Thanksgiving. Materials Needed: • Garland of Thanks How-To PDF • Printable Label Template • Turkey Shapes Pack • Paper Wraphia in Natural • Superfine Soft White 2.5″ Round Printable Labels • Small Die Cut Fall Leaves • 1/8″ Hole…
Handmade holiday cards

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Our Annual Holiday Card Contest drew to a close yesterday. Thanks to those of you who submitted fantastic and original holiday card concepts, voting is going to be difficult. While we wait for votes to trickle in from our teams, we wanted to put the spotlight on a few of last year’s…
Crafting mishap? You’re not alone.

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Whenever I read crafting blogs, the first thing I think after seeing a project is, “Wow, that’s adorable!” Then I usually follow with, “Now how can I do that?” Often I am too intimidated to give it a try, opting to simply admire the crafter’s talent without attempting to re-create it myself. I’ve…
Behind the design: The Paper Source Design team

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Many of you have grown to love our products through the 300+ associates who work in nearly 50 store locations nationwide. 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…
Welcome baby! Paper Source birth announcements are here!

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You spend hours creating the perfect nursery and you spend a lifetime nurturing that little being – now celebrate your new arrival with our exclusive line of stylish birth announcements. Parents may choose from 150 distinctive designs, including styles fit for a boy, a girl or twins. Each…
Graduation gift ideas

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…excitement of new adventures?! But Graduation can also be the one of the most challenging gifting occasions. Either you’re not privy to the Grad’s preferences or you risk paying homage to the child you once knew. Time... The post Graduation gift ideas appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Think outside (actually inside) the box

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…I didn’t know what a box mailer was, let alone all you could do with them…and now, I’m smitten. Here are a few ways to put them to work. Wedding Invitations Wouldn’t you love to receive a perfect little box addressed to you with a wedding invitation inside? Simply stunning. It’s…
Sweet handmade valentine workshops

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…a story to tell. Maybe you have precious memories to share, like the story of Hayley’s nephew? Or maybe you’re looking for the perfect expression of gratitude? Think of how meaningful it would be to have your story ready for giving on February 14th. No matter if you are an adult, ‘tween,…
Postcards from my sister

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…us about her New Year’s 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…
The perfect DIY calendar

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Are you always on the look out for personalized projects that are great for anyone on your list, including those hard to shop for folks?! Well, our new 2012 DIY Calendar is perfect! With 12 months to work with and a manageable size, all you need is inspiration… and a little time to create!…
Get wise with stylish new supplies

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If you’ve had time to flip through our latest catalog you probably found yourself having a hoot with our new line of office organization products. We always have a hard time picking a favorite calendar, but now the new office storage is causing greater debate. Some prefer the traditional style…
How-to: Simple page markers

Meg Kowieski

If you’re like me and haven’t gone completely 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.…
Rainy day crafts for kids

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When thunderstorms, heat waves or snow 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…
Extra, Extra! Read All About Us!

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Hey PS fans! Now you can keep up on the latest Paper Source news with our redesigned news section. Find out which PS items Martha Stewart finds inspiring, see the decorations Woman’s Day loves for the holidays, or locate that cool PS product you saw in the pages of Real Simple. Easily search…
Quick-step guide: Binding with the Zutter

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You’re probably thinking, “Zutter, what?” Or maybe you’re already a fan of this new DIY tool. To help you discover the magic of the Zutter Bind-It-All and its accessories, I created a simple keepsake book in five easy steps. Items needed: • Zutter Bind-It-All • Wire cutters •…
Holiday craft idea: Patriotic starbursts

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Whether you’re grilling out, spending time with family or watching cars race in Indianapolis, we hope you celebrate the upcoming holiday weekend with PS style. The PS Blog is a great resource for inspiration. Check out our patriotic paper rosettes, festive banner and treat toppers, or try your…
Building a baby shower album

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Recently I shared some baby shower ideas with you, and I wanted to show you the final piece to this creative puzzle. I created a keepsake album of the baby shower with a collection of paper t-shirts decorated by our guests and photos from the shower. It was a labor of love, but something I... The…
Fresh from the branch: Our sweet new shade of paper

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You serve them on a cheese tray, mix them in yogurt, and bundled them tightly with bacon – yum! And now you can whip 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.…
How-to: Panda love card

Meg Kowieski

And you thought only teddy bears were lovable? This adorable little Panda makes a huggably sweet folded note- perfect for your Valentine sentiments! Created by the Paper Source Craft Design team, you can construct your Panda Love Card with colors of the season, or mix and match with your favorite PS…
In the news: Hot holiday products

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…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 In the news: Hot…
An upcycled gift wrap theme

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As many of you learned last year, I like to have a holiday gift wrap theme each year. Born out of necessity, I am extra excited to share this year’s look. With a new baby in the house, gift wrap was not at the top of my list. One day, she was napping especially well... The post An upcycled gift wrap…
Win a PS Gift Card – tell us your inspiration!

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Some 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…
Setting a Grateful Table

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…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 Setting a Grateful…
Upcoming event: Crafter’s Night Out this Thursday!

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We have so many splendid ideas to share with you at our Annual Seasonal Table Event that I couldn’t resist providing a little sneak peek at the collection of ideas we are featuring at Thursday’s Crafter’s Night Out. These colorful holiday favor pouches provide the perfect opportunity to…
Happy Halloween from our Home to Yours!

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Last month, we shared Halloween craft inspiration from our Chicagoland stores and many of you were giddy over the Halloween Haunted House Craft created by our Lincoln Park associates. So we decided to feature it in celebration of today’s holiday! Keep in mind, the team used scrap materials and…
Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Malcolm

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…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 on the look out... The post Behind the…
Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Leslie

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As part of an ongoing series dedicated to showing you the minds behind our designs, we hit up PS Designer Leslie for a quick 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…
Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Alanna

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…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.
Announcing: Couples Photo Contest

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Hey 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…
Season’s Greetings! Holiday photo cards are here.

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…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 personalize... The post Season’s Greetings! Holiday photo cards are here. appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Behind the design: Lekker Haas paper cuts

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…are inspiring 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…
Inside PS: Careers at Paper Source

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…like to work at a place that inspires people to Do Something Creative Every 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...…
Upcoming workshop: Mono-Print & Stitched Booklet

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In 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,…
French inspiration: profitez-bien

Meg Kowieski

…markets, picnicking at parks, hiking trails, eating feasts, absorbing culture and speaking French. Studying abroad is an experience unlike any other. You are afforded the opportunity to delve deep into a new culture and learn through unconventional means... The post French inspiration: profitez-bien…
Simply SMASHing – New SMASH journals and accessories!

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…at Paper Source cut our crafty teeth on the trusty ol’ scrapbook project – It was the original way to Do Something Creative Every Day! You could doodle, or write, or arrange collected treasures to tell any story. There were no rules, and artistry was not a... The post Simply SMASHing…
Upcoming workshop: Creative Spiral Travel Book

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…graduation gift for my nephews. The Zutter Bind-It-All let me turn old photos, loose objects and paper into a spiral bound keepsake book. Since many of you seek unique graduation gifts and creative ways to package your summer travel memories, we’ve taken... The post Upcoming workshop: Creative…
Art of Craft: New recipes for DIY cards & crafts

Meg Kowieski

…earlier this week, the new Paper Source catalog features an entire spread dedicated to a customer fave — Recipes! The Art of Craft lets you explore new techniques for rubber stamping, embossing and stenciling, along with digital die cutting and letterpress projects, through 46 easy-to-follow…
Ask the artist: Stylist Shana Faust

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Photo courtesy of Joseph de Leo As we count down the hours until A Midsummer’s Eve Affair, we would like to give you a chance to get inside the mind of Shana Faust, freelance stylist and coauthor of Handmade Weddings. Shana started her career in Toronto, styling for print publications and film…
Behind the Design: Silhouette samples from PS experts

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The 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,…
Special Event: A Midsummer’s Eve Affair

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We’re counting down the days to our big DIY celebration (20 to be exact), and we hope to see you at one of our 43 store locations on June 4th. In fact, as a special treat to those who register, we’re giving away one FREE copy of Handmade Weddings – Register by Sunday, May 22nd... The…
Upcoming workshop: Color, color, color

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…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 & Favors Workshop... The post Upcoming…
Ready, Set, Personalize…Stationery in a Snap!

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…design, typography and personalization. COLOR: We LOVE color! When designing this line, we took our beloved color palette into account. We hope you have fun pairing your stationery with our colorful envelopes and envelope liners– Go bold, go unexpected, go natural,... The post Ready, Set,…
DIY wedding programs

Meg Kowieski

With spring and summer weddings approaching, there are sure to be lots of last-minute crafting projects and to-do’s, as you prepare (or help someone else prepare!) for the big day. Keep it simple while getting stunning results with these program ideas– the perfect way to usher in a grand…
Fresh from the field, our lucky new color!

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We’re feeling lucky because our new shade of Clover arrived just in time for St. Patrick’s Day! Now you can create fun stationery or festive decor with our newest green in solid papers and envelopes. This happy green answers a frequent customer request for something vibrant and true. Mix…
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.
It’s here! New Colorscope readings for Paper Source fans

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Astrology may have let you down with the addition of Ophiuchus, but identifying your Paper Source Colorscope sign is easy, especially with the addition of fig, peacock, persimmon and sunshine. So, we ask,“What’s your Colorscope?” Pick your favorite Paper Source color, review your…
Buyer’s favorite: The perfect Valentine’s Day gifts

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Valentine’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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