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Making handmade books
paper…I love: Our wonderful bindery department (yep, heard me right!) and the joy of learning to make handmade books. When I first came to Paper Source 7 1/2 years ago, our founder, Sue Lindstrom wanted to create our very own in-house... The post Making handmade books appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Currently Reading: Educating & Empowering Books
Paper SourceLooking for a good book? New arrivals are here! We are checking in with our friends around the office to see what they are currently reading. Learn more about how these fresh picks have inspired and empowered us to create action on ourselves and our communities. I Really Needed This Today by Hoda…
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A Summer Bash for the Books
Meg Kowieski…party, pool party or just a fun neighborhood get together, Paper Source can help all of your summertime soirées! First impressions are everything. With bright colors that pop, your guests won’t be forgetting this party... The post A Summer Bash for the Books appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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The handmade book
paper…getting to make my first book. From that point on, I was hooked! There are few things as satisfying as learning an artisan skill, and using it to create one of a kind projects. I find handmade books like handmade furniture, stained glass... The post The handmade book appeared first on Paper Source…
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How To Make Paper Book Covers
Paper SourceHow To Make Paper Book Covers Create a new look for school books and your personal library by making book covers from decorative paper or wrapping paper. Stickers or labels can be used as the binding and gives you a place to add a title. Sure to bring back memories of grade school days! Your... The…
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Paper + Craft book signing event
paper…visiting our new Brooklyn store for a special Paper + Craft book signing event. Learn how to make tissue stars and moon and visit with the authors — You can even buy a book at the store and have them sign it too!... The post Paper + Craft book signing event appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Upcoming workshop: Creative Spiral Travel Book
paper…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 Spiral Travel Book appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Crafting 101: How to Make a Memory Book
Paper Source…that make you smile. But how often do you really look at them? Creating a memory book makes these photos easier to enjoy and look back on. Follow our simple guide to craft a story you can share with the people... The post Crafting 101: How to Make a Memory Book appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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A DIY celebration
paper…Chronicle Books Authors Eunice and Sabrina Moyle, founders of Hello!Lucky, along with stylist Shana Faust, combined their expertise to create one of our favorite DIY books, Handmade Weddings. To celebrate the bountiful inspiration of this new book and video, we are partnering with Chronicle Books…
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What we are reading: Black Voices
Carolyn Rivers…Reads, a place to find out what’s new in the book world, hear from our favorite authors, and get great recommendations for books that should be on our reading list. For Black History Month we turned to B&N Reads for comprehensive articles about books and authors celebrating Black... The post…
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Spotlight: The Forest Feast
Meg KowieskiOur buying department at Paper Source sees a lot of really great books year-round, but one in particular had more than a few people sneaking the book away to turn the pages. The Forest Feast is a captivating cookbook from Erin Gleeson, formerly of the James Beard Foundation and The New York Times…
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Paper Source Spotted: Jenna Bush Hager’s Bookworm Baby Shower
paper…soon-to-arrive firstborn were honored by the NBC family. Her NBC co-hosts and friends threw a book themed baby shower at the Peter Callahan Catering Studio in New York. With a theme centered around books and words of wisdom, the event included... The post Paper Source Spotted: Jenna Bush…
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Meet the Maker: Penguin Random House
Paper Source…this month! Learn more about their story and how they build their community of authors. “At Penguin Random House we foster a passion for books and gifts by partnering with authors and artists to bring stories to life and communicate ideas... The post Meet the Maker: Penguin Random House…
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Spotlight on Savoy Paper
Pearl PlotkinOur heritage is rooted in paper. Though we have crafting materials, books and gifts for all occasions, paper is how it all started. We try to provide the highest quality papers from all over the world to add that special element to your wedding invitations, birthday cards or everyday stationery.…
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Thoughtful Thanksgiving Journals
Paper SourceStay grateful long past your turkey dinner with these unique journals. With the busy holiday season quickly approaching, these thoughtful books are a wonderful way to slow down and reflect on your year. Why not give the gift of gratitude? Charming designs and engaging writing prompts make these…
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Let’s Wrap About Food
paperHear that sound? It’s the sound of recipe books cracking open, their contents ripe for gleaning holiday cookies, cakes and pies for enjoying at home or better yet- sharing with others! We’ll leave the expert baking (or tasteful selecting) up to you, but where it concerns presentation,…
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How-to: bookworm baby shower invitation
paper…Okay, one of these is more momentous than the other. The new mom is a laidback librarian-to-be, so she requested that for her baby shower guests bring books in lieu of other gifts (such a great way to build... The post How-to: bookworm baby shower invitation appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Quick-step guide: Binding with the Zutter
paper…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 • ½” gauge wire (thinner books) or ¾”... The post Quick-step guide: Binding with the Zutter appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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A Baby Shower Keepsake for CEO Sally
paper…for baby Ella. Using a Kolo album the team pooled creative talent to turn our ABC theme into a baby book that showcased the alphabet through the creativity of Paper Source associates. The book ended up being more than any... The post A Baby Shower Keepsake for CEO Sally appeared first on Paper…
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June Workshops are Here!
Paper Source…new workshops are here for skill-building fun. Read below for an overview of each class and visit us online to reserve your spot now! Keepsake Book Workshop Saturday, June 1st 1:00-3:00pm $40.00 Design and build your... The post June Workshops are Here! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Back to School with Paper Source
Paper Source…folders, planners and calendars. Whether you are a student, teacher or parent, Paper Source is here to help you make the transition from pool bags to book bags! At the beginning of the year, it is hard to find motivation to... The post Back to School with Paper Source appeared first on Paper Source…
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Upcoming Paper Source workshop: DIY journal
paper…perfect than combining photos, scrapbooking and rubber stamping to create your own personal journal?! Register for our upcoming Make Your Own Spiral Book Workshop and learn an easy way to create a DIY journal or keepsake using the Zutter Bind-It-All. I love seeing fun photos shared via email or on…
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Play with color!
Meg KowieskiIn his book “Interaction of Color,” Josef Albers talks about his method of learning about color. He uses experimentation 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…
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How-to: wedding cake wish box
Meg Kowieski…always looking for unique wedding ideas, and we think we have just the thing! This wedding cake wish box is the perfect addition to a wedding guest book table or to display on the way into the reception area. Guests can write well wishes onto small slips of paper, then open the lid... The post…
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How-to: Simple page markers
Meg Kowieski…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. –Annie PS colors: peacock & paper bag Latest fave: Spritzer Rubber Stamp... The post How-to: Simple page markers appeared first on Paper…
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Printable place cards – the new wedding essential
Meg Kowieski…can find themselves overwhelmed by all the tiny details. It’s a story the wedding experts at Paper Source hear all too often. You may have booked the venue for your reception ages ago,... The post Printable place cards – the new wedding essential appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Easy DIY holiday decor using PS fall kits
Meg Kowieski…in love! But it also inspired me to point out an easy DIY solution. Using the Paper Source Fall Leaf Wreath Kit or Die Cut Fall Leaves as a templates, you could make this beauty out of old books, sheets of... The post Easy DIY holiday decor using PS fall kits appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Guest blogger: Mary Vasquez
paper…you to my new crafty best friend, the Xyron Create A Sticker. It brings back memories of carefree days and transforms all sorts of beautiful paper into stickers I can use for grown-up things like cards, files, books, and... The post Guest blogger: Mary Vasquez appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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What We Are Listening To: Poured Over
Rebecca Burick…for turning the page: we let go of summer, embrace sweater-weather and snuggle up indoors. The snuggling up part is always better when done with a book! We might be staying home, but we can still explore other worlds. This month, the podcast that is helping us navigate these literary journeys... The…
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Summer Party Planning with Floral Cocktails
Simone Paton…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 helping us plan…
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Paper Source How-To: Customized Candles
Paper Source…it’s easy to do for kids and adults, and is the perfect present for the mom who loves to take a bath (consider gifting with bath oils and a good book), or for cute mantel decor. MATERIALS... The post Paper Source How-To: Customized Candles appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Scary, Spooky, Crafty, Kooky…Halloween Ideas
Meg Kowieski…This haunting holiday presents great crafting opportunities that are scary, spooky and kooky… which is the perfect recipe for fun in our book! Here are a few of our favorite Halloween ideas to get you ready to celebrate the tricks and treats of the... The post Scary, Spooky, Crafty,…
