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From Kit to Carousel
Meg KowieskiDIY Moments: Vol. 16 No. 2 Our kits are perfect for an afternoon craft with the kiddos, but what can you do with them after that? Why not repurpose your favorite kit into a cute mobile for nursery décor or your little one’s bedroom? Learn how below! What You’ll Need 2 Unicorn Garland…
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Personalize Any Desk–No Matter Your Style with Guest Blogger Love Always, Audrey
Meg KowieskiOur annual MyPSCalendar sweepstakes is underway and this year, we’re asking you to show us your deskie. Share your workspace with us by August 31st, and you could win a $500 gift card to Paper Source! With the help of Audrey of Love Always, Audrey we’ve curated 3 fun desks to inspire…
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How-To: Gallery Wall Series: Using the Silhouette CAMEO Machine
Pearl PlotkinReasons why we love the Silhouette Cameo: The Silhouette Cameo is a digital cutting tool. Think of it as a printer that uses a blade instead of ink. This crafting power tool opens up a world of artful opportunities! Use your favorite designs and fonts – You can cut any font on your computer…
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Festive Kid’s Birthday Party with Guest Blogger Rebecca G. from Not-So-SAHM
Meg KowieskiWhen our kids were little, we had big blowout birthday parties at our home. We figured at the toddler age, we were getting in on the celebration just as much as they were — simply for all making it through another year! But now that they are in school, they have their own ideas of... The post…
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Quick Kentucky Derby Fascinator DIY
Meg KowieskiWe’re off to the races in just a couple of days and if you’re like us, you’ve been so focused on the promises of Mint Juleps that you completely forgot about one key fashion item for the Derby: your fascinator! The crafter in us found a solution with 2 quick Kentucky Derby…
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Celebrate the Magic of the Embossing Heat Tool
Meg KowieskiTake your rubber stamp crafts to the next level with heat embossing – an amazing technique that adds dimension, texture and a professional finish. Our perfectly designed heat embossing tool melts color or clear embossing powder to enhance the look of your rubber stamped designs. Watch our…
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An Illuminating DIY
Meg KowieskiDIY Moments: Vol. 16 No. 3 Our large selection of fine papers have an array of gorgeous textures and patterns that are perfect for more than paper crafts – upcycle an old lamp and take it from shabby to chic in just 3 easy steps! What You’ll Need Lamp Decorative Paper PVA Glue Paste…
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Hip Hip Hooray for DIY Cards
Meg KowieskiDIY Moments: Vol. 16 No. 6 We’re big believers in snail mail and love any excuse to send cards to anyone and everyone. This cute card making craft is just the excuse we needed to not only get crafty, but to also send a playful card for a friend’s birthday. Get the how-to below! What...…
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Five Essentials for Holiday Travel
Paper SourceHoliday travel is the best – crowded airports, snow storms cancelling flights, and agitated gate agents are just some of the wonderful things to look forward to. Standing in an hour long TSA line or sitting sandwiched between two strangers on a plane is a great way to introduce yourself to new…
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Mother’s Day Road Map
Paper SourceMake this Mother’s 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…
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A Picture-Perfect Handmade Gift
Meg KowieskiDIY Moments: Vol. 16 No. 1 There’s always a sort of pressure leading up to Mother’s Day to get your mom the perfect gift – she’s done so much for you and deserves the best! This year, why not craft your mom something beautiful and sentimental? Here is a picture-perfect…
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How-To: DIY Easter Egg Crafts
Pearl PlotkinGlitter Markers Make your mark this Easter — in glitter! Eggs never looked so good. Adorn yours with patterns, letters and sweet little notes to make somebunny feel truly egg-cellent. Egg Decals Make these Easter crafts egg-stra special by adorning them with glittery decals and…
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A Crafternoon with Paper Source
Meg KowieskiLast Thursday, Paper Source headquarters hosted a charming group of fifth grade Girl Scouts for an afternoon of crafting Valentine’s Day kits! After receiving instruction from our crafting expert on how to use some of our most popular crafting tools, the girls assembled and decorated our…
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2016 Holiday Card Contest Winners
Paper SourceThere is nothing more heartfelt, than a handmade card from someone you love. We are thrilled that our customers enjoy DIY-ing as much as we do. With the overwhelming response & the votes being cast, we’re super excited to announce the winners of our Annual Holiday Card Contest! If…
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Our Fave Festival Essentials
Paper SourceWith the 25th Anniversary of Lollapalooza coming up at the end of July, we’ve got music festivals on our minds. There is no better way to get excited for all the awesome festivals in the coming months than to get stocked up with everything we’ll need to have an amazing day (or weekend)! We’ve…
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How To Tie a Bow
Paper SourceWe think everyone…we mean everyone, should learn to tie a bow. Tying a bow adds that little something extra special on gift wrapped packages and all kinds of craft projects. With these step-by-step instructions and some practice you’ll be tying bow in everything from ribbon to…
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Spotlight Series with Wedding Stationery Designer Maria Filar
Pearl PlotkinWe know that some of our fans are ready to start planning for their wedding day, and what better way to start than by getting inspired by our gorgeous collection of new Wedding Invitation Suites? We asked our designers to pick their favorite and share with you. Even if you can’t hear wedding…
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Beach Bachelorette Party with Guest Blogger Love Always, Audrey
Meg KowieskiMy darling friend from high school, Danielle, is getting hitched this December! We decided to throw her a Beach Bachelorette Party over the summer, when we could enjoy the sunshine (not that California is lacking it…), and all the fun accessories that come with the season. We got the party started…
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Paper Source Thanksgiving Traditions
Paper SourceGoing to a place we call home and being with loved ones is what makes the holidays so special. Traditions, though, are what keep the memories of the holiday season alive year round. We went around the Paper Source HQ in Chicago, and asked our team members what their Thanksgiving traditions were.…
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Scary-Good Halloween Hat DIY
Paper SourceDIY Moments: Vol. 16 No. 7 Halloween is one of our favorite times of the year – who could disagree when there’s costumes, candy, and spooky crafts to do?! Combine all three of those things and throw a party this season, topped off with some cute DIY hats that will have your party guests…
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Meet the Maker Series: Lucy Halcomb of Lucy Mail
Meg KowieskiWe find that it’s the simple things in life that spark our creativity, and when we came across Lucy’ Halcomb’s Instagram (@lucy_mail), we instantly felt a shared connection. Enamored by her playful illustrations on envelopes, we reached out to Lucy to learn more about where she…
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Limited Edition: Lagoon Crafts
Meg KowieskiNew and for a limited time this summer, we’re introducing a breezy summer hue! Our Limited Edition color, Lagoon, is perfect for summertime crafts that scream “aloha.” Need a few ideas on how to utilize this gorgeous color? Below are 4 easy DIY’s to kickstart your…
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A DIY Teacher’s Gift with Guest Blogger Rebecca G. from Not-So-SAHM
Meg KowieskiIt’s that time of the year again! School is coming to a close and that means it’s time to thank the incredible people who do so much beyond the basics of teaching our children. There are a myriad of people at our kids’ school who have dedicated themselves to helping our children…
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Top 15 of 2015
Meg KowieskiSuperfine Soft White Printable Place Cards | 2. Flip Flop Bracelets | 3. Paper Source Great Big Calendar | 4. Paper Source Wall Art Calendar | 5. Custom Stamp Gift Box | 6. Circle Monogram Custom Stamp | 7. Pure White Printable Place Cards | 8. Rifle Paper…
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Meet the Maker Series: Amanda from Mojo Spa
Meg KowieskiWant something truly unique and special for Mom this year? Enter the magical Mojo world, where you’re surrounded by cupcake soaps and lotions to pamper the most resilient to the most sensitive skin. Mom will appreciate the natural, dual-purpose products and you’ll enjoy the brownie…
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Winter Game Night In with Guest Blogger Rebecca G. from Not-So-SAHM
Pearl PlotkinHappy Groundhog Day, everyone! No matter if he saw his shadow or not, we still have some wintertime to get through. Given that we spend so much time indoors during the winter, I’m always on the lookout for simple ways to make family time fun. We’ve been playing a lot of games together…
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New Year’s Munchin’ & Brunchin’ With Guest Blogger Love Always, Audrey
Paper SourceAs the holiday season winds down and the New Year approaches, we want to slow things down and start 2017 by reflecting on our goals and setting intentions for the new year. We did exactly that with our friend from Love Always, Audrey! Audrey planned a brunch where she gathered her closest friends,…
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One Calendar, Twelve Masterpeices
Paper SourceDIY Moments: Volume 16 No. 10 Every year, you scour our stores looking for the most beautiful calendar to organize your life with. Once you find the perfect one, you can’t wait to hang it on your wall to marvel at all year long. Sadly, you only get to look at each picture for one... The post…
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Our Hand-Made Holiday Gift Guide
Paper SourceFinding gifts for others that don’t break the bank is a constant struggle of mine, as I’m sure it is for many. I love giving meaningful gifts to others, which unfortunately requires money that I do not have. In recent years, crafting has become my secret weapon. Making gifts by hand…
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The Arctic Election Results are in!
Paper SourceIt has been a snowstorm of fun, but the Arctic Election has finally reached its conclusion. The voters have spoken, and we are excited to announce that Narwhal has won the 2016 Arctic Election! These past couple weeks have been stressful, and with the added strain of the holidays, it makes sense…
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Last Chance to Vote in the Arctic Election
Paper SourceHave you voted for your favorite arctic critter yet? The 2016 Arctic Election is coming to an end, but there is still time! Help us decide whether Walrus of Narwhal will claim victory over the frigid waters of the north this holiday season. This election is currently at a standstill, with fewer…
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Friendsgiving with Love Always, Audrey
Paper SourceThanksgiving is just around the corner and along with that comes Friendsgiving, a more casual gathering of friends to give thanks for each other before the family comes rolling into town. Our friend Audrey of Love Always, Audrey outdid herself in making a gorgeous spread for her Friendsgiving…
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2016 Arctic Election Update
Paper SourceAs the end of the election approaches, we decided to check in with some of our arctic friends to see where they currently stand this election. Swimming though the frozen waters of the north, we first bumped into Walrus’ best friend and number one supporter, Seal. “Wow! This election is so close! I…
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‘Tis The Season For Holiday Card DIYs
Paper SourceDIY Moments: Vol. 16 No. 9 We can’t believe that the holiday season is right around the corner and with that, comes great responsibility. Between making mall runs to find meaningful presents and contemplating the perfect stocking stuffers, take some time out! Unwind with this adorable…
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Make Your Own Snapchat Butterfly Filter
Paper SourceAround this time of year we scramble to find a Halloween costume that’s cute, trendy and just simple. While loving Halloween is easy, trying to find the right costume while not going all out is hard! This DIY is adorable and will make you feel like a snapchat filter Goddess. Follow the instructions…
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2016 Arctic Election
Paper SourceIn the midst of election season, there is only one question on everyone’s mind: Which arctic critter should rein over the frigid waters of the north? Our polar friends have hit our stores across the nation, grabbing the hearts of fans and dividing our creative community with their cuteness. Get to…
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Work Where You Love to Shop – Hiring for the Holidays
Meg KowieskiHoliday hiring is upon us, and we’re excited to show you our amazing brand this season. If you’ve ever been delighted by our store windows, inspired by our workshops or envious of our catalog pages, Paper Source might be a great fit for you this holiday season! As a very important member of our…
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Must-haves for the Classroom
Meg KowieskiTeachers are the perfect examples of people who Do Something Creative Every Day – whether it’s making a school subject more relatable or decorating their classrooms on a small budget, we admire the application of their thoughtful creative processes! Undoubtedly, teacher’s have an…
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Paper Source Takes Brooklyn
Meg KowieskiRecently, we were invited to Brooklyn to partake in the Etsy Open Call, and having never been to Brooklyn before (don’t judge us – we’re midwesterners!), we took to the streets to explore the lush creativity the city had to offer before we experienced the lush creativity the Open…
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Craft a Cute Pouch
Meg KowieskiDIY Moments: Vol. 16 No. 5 When we added canvas pouches to our collection, we were excited with the challenge of crafting these blank canvases into pouches that matched our personalities. Follow the steps below to transform your pouches into picture perfect accessories or put your own spin on it!…
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Passage From India
Meg KowieskiPaper Source began with one mission: to showcase gorgeous papers from around the world. As time has gone on, though, that mission has expanded, and we’ve grown our product offerings and presence in your communities. Now, we aim to inspire others to Do Something Creative Every Day in any way…
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Cover Your Case: 4 Ways to Dress Your Tech
Meg KowieskiPicking out your phone case is a tricky decision – we can never commit to one! Our new Clear iPhone 6 Case, however, will give you a less permanent option! Equipped with a template and phone case, you have the freedom to express your personality exactly how you want to. Pick your personality below…
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From Calendar to Desk Accessories
Meg KowieskiDIY Moments: Vol. 16 No. 4 Our new Wrapping Paper Calendar makes a huge statement on the wall but it also has endless paper craft possibilities! Kickstart your crafternoon with a few ideas that will transform your calendar into 3 easy, yet stylish, desk accessories. Learn how below! What…
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How It’s Made: Lagoon Paper
Meg KowieskiThis summer, we worked with our long time partner, French Paper Co., a sixth generation, family owned paper mill, to create a limited edition color. Infused with a breezy feeling of summer, our limited edition color, Lagoon, went through a rigorous process to achieve the perfect hue. We want to…
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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…
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Whimsical Mermaid Framed Art
Meg KowieskiWith summer quickly approaching, we’re exploring every way to make our homes feel more aligned with the season and what better way to do that than with mermaids?! Mermaids add the perfect summer vibe and whimsical touch to any room, which is why we’ve transformed our Mermaid Kit into a…
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Meet the Makers Series: Brian French of French Paper Co.
Meg KowieskiBeautiful paper is at the core of everything we do here at Paper Source – it’s in our name – and we take every effort to find partners with the same passion for paper! One of our long time partners, French Paper Co., is a sixth generation family owned mill that has perfected our…
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DIY Personalized Stationery with Guest Blogger Nicole L. of Probably Polka Dots
Meg KowieskiI am a paper fanatic, and something tells me that if you love Paper Source as much as I do, you might be, too. I pick up cards just about everywhere I go, and I am always searching for the best stationery I can get my hands on. Of course, my favorite paper finds are... The post DIY Personalized…
