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3 Ways to Use Paper Flowers
Rebecca BurickWe await the day when spring flowers pop up in Chicago, but in the meantime we are taking matters into our own hands… with handmade paper flowers. If you’ve never tried them out, they are easier than you think! Our flower kits come with all the pieces are cut out and simple…
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How-to: paper flower pins
Meg Kowieski…paper flowers out of colored paper and old catalogs, but we recently found a new material that creates wonderfully frilly petals, perfect for these paper flower pins. Our new paper ribbon has a fun texture and comes in lovely colors. Layering fuchsia and pool, we created these festive flowers with…
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Holiday Flower Card Recipe
Paper Source…Stamp Holiday Flower Stamp Holiday Floral Glitter Wrap A2 Envelope Liner Template Pencil Scissors Versamark Ink Heat Tool Red Embossing Powder Gold Embossing Powder Liquid Pearls (Red) Tape Runner Recipe Tips Cut the quartz paper into 4″ x 5 1/4″... The post Holiday Flower Card Recipe…
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Paper Source How-To: Fine Paper Flower Art
Meg Kowieski…PDF Flower Petal Templates 3-4 different colors and patterns of Fine Paper 2-3 Colors of 8 1/2″ x 11″ Text Weight Paper 1 Sheet of 20″ x 26″ Cover Weight Paper Circle Hole Punches (we used 1/4″, 1/2″,... The post Paper Source How-To: Fine Paper Flower Art appeared…
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Girls Night Out: Paper Flowers!
paper…how much pleasure we get from having the warmth of sunshine finally hitting the Midwest. Everywhere we look we see greenery – the hopeful anticipation of those colorful summer flowers, many of which have yet to bloom.... The post Girls Night Out: Paper Flowers! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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NEW! Jump into the New Year with January Digital Downloads
Paper Source…floral pattern! New year, new beginnings…and new digital downloads! This design features spring magnolia flowers reimagined in soft tones and bold abstract style. The magnolia flower is a symbol of perseverance–a value exercised by... The post NEW! Jump into the New Year with January…
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Meet the Maker: Draper James, Founded by Reese Witherspoon
Paper Source…parties and traditions she loves with contemporary flair and charm. The newest Draper James collection is filled with blooming magnolia flowers and the classic Draper James blue she loves. Along with her team, they... The post Meet the Maker: Draper James, Founded by Reese Witherspoon…
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DIY Bridal Banner with Free Download!
Rebecca BurickDIY Moments: Vol. 17 No. 2 April showers bring May flowers – and although it is only February, we can’t stop dreaming about the wonderful garden parties we plan to throw this spring! Bridal showers are first on our agenda, and our crafting experts have created a beautiful collection of bridal…
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How-To: “Forever Bouquet”
Caroline MungenastThis Mother’s Day, combine two things everyone loves receiving- gorgeous flowers and thoughtful homemade gifts- to create a crepe paper bouquet for the most special lady in your life! It can be hard to put into words how your love for her just keeps on growing, so say it with beautiful blooms…
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Easy Mother’s Day (Paper) Upgrades
Paper SourceBreakfast in bed and a bouquet of pretty flowers are a Mother’s Day favorite for a reason. Kids and adults alike can participate; plus it’s a simple and cost effective way to show mom how much she means. If you’re treating mom with these classics this year, add more detail with…
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Spotlight: Kitchen Textiles
Meg KowieskiPaper Source has tons of new textiles for the kitchen divas out there. Choose patterns from feathers to foxes to flowers and go cute or quirky with Paper Source exclusive designs. Matching textile sets (sold separately) make a great gift for someone who needs to add some fun to their kitchen; and a…
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Spring has sprung new Paper Source stores!
Meg Kowieski…opening day! Our first two new stores this year are in Corte Madera, California opening in June and Houston, Texas opening in July…and when they do, they will have lush, colorful paper flowers in the... The post Spring has sprung new Paper Source stores! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Merriest Wishes Wreath Recipe
Paper Source…Holiday Flower Stamp Versamark Ink White Embossing Powder Red Embossing Powder Red Liquid Pearls Paper Bag 4 Bar Folded Card Persimmon 4 Bar Envelope Recipe Tips Stamp the center of the card with the Merry Christmas stamp in Versamark ink. Coat with red embossing powder. Stamp the holiday flower…
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DIY Moment: Spring Botanical Pennant
Paper SourceStay cheery and bright this spring with DIY home decor! Things You’ll Need: Scissors Flower Punch and Leaf Punch Watercolor Set Paint brush or Aqua Brush Luxe White Paper Bone Folder Pen Hole punch Foam Squares Ribbon 1. First, Cut a pennant shape out of the Luxe White Card stock. This is…
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Paper Source How-To: Easter Card
Paper Source…3/4″ Square Antique Gold Envelope Text Weight Paper in Clover, Mint, Sunshine and Coral Gold Glitter Paper 1/4″ Coral Satin Ribbon Mini Flower Punch Set Happy Easter Rubber Stamp VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Colored Embossing Powder... The post Paper Source How-To: Easter Card appeared…
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Luxe Blush is back!
paperLuxe Blush: this delicate color brings flower petals and sweet sentiments to mind, and we can’t think of a better way to bring out its best than on wedding invitations and wedding envelopes! Our new Luxe Blush invitation suites take on a sophisticated-vintage appeal when paired with Antique Gold as…
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Spring wedding inspiration
paper…sharing springtime wedding inspiration. In this visual collection store manager, Christine, features a few DIY wedding projects inspired by our Daisy flower kits and the fresh curry and night colors of our Bulletin Wedding Invitation. Coordinating elements like... The post Spring wedding inspiration…
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Carve your own stamps…magic!
paper…with soft Speedball 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…
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Nature-inspired color combinations
paper…market that sets up just a block away from my apartment. I can’t wait to walk by each stand to see the fresh produce picked just days earlier. But my favorite is the fresh cut flower selection. Many times I don’t... The post Nature-inspired color combinations 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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Create Your Ever After Sweepstakes
Paper SourceLearn how you can become a Paper Source couple! From Dream to Ever After You have been dreaming of this day; the venue, the colors, the flowers, the dress and that special moment you say “I Do.” Most importantly, your invitation is your calling card inviting your family and…
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Wedding bells are ringing at Paper Source
Meg KowieskiWe Love Weddings, We Do, We Do! All the creativity surrounding weddings is so inspiring! Flowers, pretty dresses, great food, cake, heartfelt moments…what’s not to love?! But we must say, our most favorite part is the invitation and stationery. We are pleased as champagne punch to…
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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…
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NEW! May Digital Download: Florals
Roxy SchmidHappy May! This colorful pattern can be found on many of our products at Paper Source, including stone wrapping paper, gift bags, ceramics and more! And it’s now available as a FREE digital download for all of your tech devices! Desktop | iPhone 6-8 | iPhone X | Tablet The…
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Summer Party Planning with Floral Cocktails
Simone PatonIt’s July! That means our backyard gardens are blooming and so is party inspiration. This month we have Adriana Picker, the botanical illustrator behind the book, ‘The Cocktail Garden‘, to help us with the summer of celebrations ahead. She is budding with floral advice perfect for…
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Introducing the Vintage Floral Wedding Invitations Collection
Paper SourceStay on trend for a yearlong wedding season, with the arrival of four new fashion forward colors to our Paper Bar collection. You can find these colors available now in the Wedding Shop! This year, our design team was inspired by nature, greenery and botanical elements throughout all four seasons.…
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Fiesta Party Invitation Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A6 Clover Flat Card A6 Peacock Envelope Persimmon, Fuchsia, Beet, Poppy, Curry & Peacock Text Paper Floral Lace Edge Punch Sombrero Stamp Maracas Stamp Wicked Black Color Box Dye Inkpad Golden Rod Stickles Silver Stickles True Blue Stickles 3D Foam Squares Black Pen Recipe Tips Punch…
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Meet the Maker: Farren Celeste
Simone PatonEach month, we love to feature an independent maker that you can find on the shelves in-store or online at papersource.com. This November, Meet Farren Celeste, our maker of the month. Farren specializes in Paper Floristry where she makes stunning and elegant floral arrangements that can last a…
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New! Spring into Action with March Digital Downloads
Paper SourceNew Digital Download for March! Spring into action and download this month’s design featuring colorful, rolling hills! Its pastel palette will brighten up your devices and put you in the Springtime mood this March. Take note with a personalized notepad, journal, and planner. Or, explore the world…
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Be Inspired with the Watercolor Creativity Box!
Paper SourceOur curated Watercolor Floral Creativity Box is now available at Paper Source! The box is valued at $100 and available in limited quantities. You can order yours online here, but to give you a preview of the project possibilities inside, we created a guide for making a couple of adorable crafts…
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New! Free April 2019 Tech Download
Paper SourceSpring is here and buzzing with good vibes! To celebrate, we captured the bright colors and warm feelings of the season in our April wall paper design. Our exclusive Birds and Blossom design is a cheery way to remind you that summer is on the way! We love the bold colors and floral…
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My Planner, My Plan Series: Anna Bond of Rifle Paper Co
Paper SourceMeet PS Planning Ambassador: Anna Bond As co-founder and Creative Director of Rifle Paper Co, Anna Bond, has perfected her organization routine successfully taking a small business in her apartment to an internationally recognized brand. Known for her signature hand painted illustrations of vibrant…
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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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What You Need to Know About ban.do
Meg KowieskiBan.do is the fresh, funky, bold brand responsible for the gorgeous floral patterns, bright neon colors and punchy, inspirational quotes that add a much-needed dose of fun to your day. The fun-loving women that make up this L.A.-based company include the founder, Jen Gotch, who has big dreams and an…
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Easter Bunny Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials 4 Bar Folded Card 4 Bar Blossom Envelope Fuchsia Cover Paper VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Embossing Powder Bunny Rubber Stamp Laurel Frame Border Rubber Stamp White Uni-Ball Pen Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Stamp and emboss floral frame stamp. Stamp, emboss and cut out bunny stamp and…
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Birds on Wire Invitation Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials #10 Papaya Flat Card #10 Pure White Envelope Pool Text Paper VersaMark Watermark Inkpad White Embossing Powder Birds on Wire Stamp Summer Zig Zag Tape Heat Embossing Tool Recipe Tips Punch different color papers using Floral Lace Edge Punch and cut into sections. Write letters onto…
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Paper Source How-To: Sugar Skull Mask Wall Art
Meg KowieskiCreate a striking mask display chock full of your personality! MATERIALS How-To PDF Paper Mache Skull Mask White Acrylic Paint Floral Stickers Patterned Washi Tape Stickles Glitter Glue Black Sharpie Pen 1/4″ Ribbon 1″ Heavy Duty Poly Brushes 1/8″ Hole Punch Scissors INSTRUCTIONS…
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Weekend Wants: New Journals
Meg KowieskiWhether you’re passing time on a rainy day, recording your favorite memories or doodling in the sun, the weekend is the perfect time to journal! Our Journal Buyer, Sadie P, talks about three of her favorites right now. Paper Source Exclusive. “Rifle Paper Company’s mint floral print is one of…
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Spotlight: New Personalized Note Pads
Meg KowieskiLooking to brighten up your work space this summer? Dress up your desk with one of our new bright & playful note pad designs! Choose what complements your style the best; from whimsical to floral to traditional. Write notes, make lists and send sweet sentiments with note pads that are…
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A Welcome Sign with Chevron Detail
Meg KowieskiWhen we welcome a new employee at Paper Source we like to make them feel welcome, and it’s probably no surprise that more often than not, that involves crafting! Check out this welcome sign for our new associate Jenny M.! This chevron and floral masterpiece went right over her desk to brighten…
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Something Sweet for Ann: Candy-Coated Shower Accents
paperAs part of Ann’s Sugar & Spice Baby Shower we found a few easy ways to take the candy theme beyond the refreshment table, 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…