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From Kit to Carousel
Meg Kowieski…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 Craft Kits... The post From Kit to…
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Ice Pop Garland Kit (Recipes Too!)
paper…over. The new Ice Pop Garland Kit is the perfect reminder of refreshing, sun-filled days ahead. The promise of something sweet and cold in bright cheery colors is enough to inspire a party. Since these colorful paper treats are a hit... The post Ice Pop Garland Kit (Recipes Too!) appeared first on…
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Spring Break Kids’ Travel Survival Kit Post with Guest Blogger Rebecca G. from Not-So-SAHM
Paper Source…that one of the questions I get is how to keep their kids entertained en route to various places. Just to be clear, we still have our fair share... The post Spring Break Kids’ Travel Survival Kit Post with Guest Blogger Rebecca G. from Not-So-SAHM appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Amazing Autumn Kits
Meg Kowieski…of crazy about kits. These expertly coordinated paper projects are great because they are a fun DIY project for any skill level and can be styled to suite many tastes. Whether you’re looking for color, class, or crafting fun, these autumn kits are... The post Amazing Autumn Kits appeared first…
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Weekend Wants: Valentine Kits
Paper Source…greetings. Here are a few of our favorite kits to make that even Cupid would be impressed with! [Inside Info: these are all designed by our team in Chicago and exclusive to Paper Source!] Sweet as can be. Make this super... The post Weekend Wants: Valentine Kits appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Weekend Wants: Thanksgiving Kits
Paper SourceThanksgiving is coming up and we’re loving these kits! Make them with your family and friends for a fun activity to get the season of thanks started! Get these quick, while supplies last, or stop by a store! Decorate with thanks. Do you go around the Thanksgiving table and say what…
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Weekend Wants: Halloween Craft Kits
Meg Kowieski…fun to do with the kids, or a unique way to spend a chilly day, we’ve got some ideas for you. Here are some of our favorite Halloween Craft Kits. These kits come with all the necessities – assemble... The post Weekend Wants: Halloween Craft Kits appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Three Ways to Use Easter Craft Kits
Paper Source…critters and fresh colors to our day! Our paper craft kits make it so easy to add a little seasonal cheer. One of our favorite new arrivals to the collection this year is the Hedgehog Bunny kit. How can you... The post Three Ways to Use Easter Craft Kits 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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Our Top Valentine’s Card Kits for Crafty Kids
Paper Source…love having the opportunity to give their friends little cards and candies (as well as getting them in return). When the classroom Valentine’s party looms near, make sure your child is ready with cute and... The post Our Top Valentine’s Card Kits for Crafty Kids appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Crafts for kids: New kits for boys and girls
paper…store terrified me! How would we keep these boys engaged in the crafts we wanted them to test? (Especially since we planned to sugar them up with donuts during the hour they were with us!) As it turns... The post Crafts for kids: New kits for boys and girls appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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DIY Holiday Decor with Paper Source Kits with Guest Blogger Rachel Regal of Just Peachy Blog
Pearl Plotkin…Christmas decor more than any other holiday – not surprisingly. So when I discovered the Paper Source holiday kits, I just knew I had to indulge. If... The post DIY Holiday Decor with Paper Source Kits with Guest Blogger Rachel Regal of Just Peachy Blog appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Watermelon Invite Recipe
Paper Source…Clover Envelope Blossom Text Paper Watermelon Garland Kit Recipe Tips Print and trim Blossom invite layer to 4 3/4″ x 6 3/4″ allowing room for watermelon slice. Adhere to Slate card. Assemble watermelon slice according to kit instructions and adhere in place. The post Watermelon Invite…
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Paper Source Launches Party in a Box
Paper Source…throw a birthday bash for yourself or a loved one, check out the Birthday Party Prep Kit here at Paper Source! With a variety of party planning essentials including tableware, decorations, hats, and more, this kit is a colorful and convenient party in a box.... The post Paper Source Launches Party…
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Ice Pop Invite Recipe
Paper Source…Multicolored Mini Dots Reversible Wrapping Paper Ice Pop Garland Kit Recipe Tips Cut Multi Dot paper to 4 3/4″ x 6 3/4″ and adhere to card. Print invite information on both Poppy and Blossom text. Use ice pop shape from kit as a... The post Ice Pop Invite Recipe appeared first on Paper…
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Mermaid Paper Dolls Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials Printable Mermaid Tail Template (PDF) Paper Doll Kit 1″ hole punch 2 colors of text weight paper White Uniball Pen Recipe Tips Start with our Paper Doll Kit to make these whimsical mermaids! Cut off the legs from the bottom of the paper doll. Use the Mermaid Tail Template and cut out…
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Paper Source How-To: Mother’s Day Wreath
Meg Kowieski…show mom some love easily using a pre-existing kit plus a few extra supplies! So get crafting this Mother’s Day and give mom something she can display year-round! MATERIALS Love You Mom Banner How-To Love You Mom Banner Template Succulent Wreath Kit Printer Coral Text Weight Paper Jute Cord...…
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Upcoming workshop: Mono-Print & Stitched Booklet
paper…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, I printed on... The post Upcoming workshop: Mono-Print…
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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 Blog.
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Peek in our windows!
paper…something creative in their windows inspired by our Paper Doll Kit. To quote our fearless leader, the results were “awesome”! Each store worked with the same guidelines: 1. Create an oversize template of our paper doll kit 2. Use a selection of solid papers 3. Incorporate... The post…
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The paper dolls now have homes!
Meg Kowieski…that our new Paper Doll Kit would cause such a stir around here? The kids of Paper Source employees are showing their true creative roots in their continued excitement over our paper dolls! Nicole (9) and Nina (7), daughters of Sally our CEO, have gone to town with their kits, literally.... The post…
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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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Mystical Must-Haves
Paper Source…you need to focus on yourself and harness your power. Healthy Spirit Everything you need to empower your inner mystic. Relax, and cleanse your spirit with these goodies. Crystal Fragrance Kit Concoct your own fragrance. This... The post Mystical Must-Haves appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Whimsical Mermaid Framed Art
Meg Kowieski…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 fun framed piece of art.... The post Whimsical Mermaid Framed Art appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Have a Happy Halloween with our spooky craft roundup!
Pearl Plotkin…For clever (and mess-free) ways to enchant your guests, adorn pumpkins with everything from glitter tattoos to washi tape, and use our Sticky Face Pumpkin Kit in new ways to keep the party potion... The post Have a Happy Halloween with our spooky craft roundup! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Pirate Invite Recipe
Paper Source…5 3/4″ Square Paper Bag Envelope Black Cover Paper Superfine Softwhite Text Paper Chevron Red on Cream Fine Paper Envelope Liner Template Kit Black and White Chevron Washi Tape Silver Glitter Wrap Red & White Baker’s Twine Foam Squares Recipe Tip: Cut skull and crossbones shape...…
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Bachelorette Party Invite
Paper Source…party in Nashville. Using Paper Source products (and a whole lot of creativity), Meg fashioned the perfect invitation for an action-packed weekend. Meg used our Envelope Liner Kit and coordinating Mint & Gold Fine... The post Bachelorette Party Invite appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Pineapple Cocktail Party Invitation Recipe
Paper Source…Superfine White Text Weight Paper A7 Black Flat Card A7 Clover Envelope lined with Black & White Stripe Wrapping Paper Envelope Liner Template Kit Pineapple Rubber Stamp VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Liquid Platinum Embossing Powder Heat tool Double Sided Adhesive or Xyron Machine Recipe Tips...…
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Weekend Wants: New Year’s Party
Paper Source…things to make your party perfect. Pick them up at your local store! Photo Booth Fun. Brand new for this year, this New Year’s Photo Props Kit will provide tons of fun for a D.I.Y. photobooth. Have everyone take goofy pics... The post Weekend Wants: New Year’s Party appeared first on…
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Paper Source How-To: Nutcracker Stage
Paper SourceCreate a stage for your Nutcracker Dolls to shine! MATERIALS How-To PDF Music Banner Nutcracker Kit Printer 8 1/2″ x 11″ Text Weight Paper in Superfine White Decorative Papers Patterned Shirt Gift Box Place Cards in various colors 1/4″ Satin Ribbon in various colors Christmas Washi…
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Weekend Wants: Halloween Costumes
Meg Kowieski…some of our favorites when it comes to dressing up in a pinch and putting your scariest face forward. Halloween Classics. Dress up easily with this Halloween Masks Kit – all the main parts are included for quick... The post Weekend Wants: Halloween Costumes appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Hung on You XO Recipe
Paper Source…Flat Card A6 Paper Bag Envelope VersaMark Pad Letter Background Rubber Stamp Clear Embossing Powder 1/8″ Hole Punch Hugs & Kisses Garland Kit Sticky Tape Runner Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Stamp script background with VersaMark pad and sprinkle with clear embossing powder. Heat emboss…
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Fill Up Your Easter Basket!
Meg Kowieski…If you’re making Easter a family get-together, there’s no better way to celebrate than doing some crafts with everyone. We love this Egg Garland Kit for a few reasons: not only does it get everyone together to make something, it’s a... The post Fill Up Your Easter Basket! appeared first on Paper…
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Paper Source How-To: Donut Invitation
Meg Kowieski…over donuts. Here’s a cute way to take the sweet trend and DIY your own invites. MATERIALS Donut Invitation How To Donut Invitation Template Donut Garland Kit Printer Mint 8 1/2″ x 11″ Cover Paper A7... The post Paper Source How-To: Donut Invitation appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Fall Wreath Round Up
Meg KowieskiAdd a little something special to your front door with a festive fall wreath! We love our new Burlap Wreath Kit for a touch of rustic chic. The crisp, geometric leaf shape in a combination of burlap, glitter paper and metallic paper creates amazing volume and texture — perfect for your front…
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Welcome Spring with Fresh Inspiration
paper…at our selection of gifts and crafts that were hand-picked for the season. Easter is March 31! Celebrate with this egg-stra special garland! Decorate and display the Egg Garland Kit on a wall, mantel or doorway.... The post Welcome Spring with Fresh Inspiration 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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Behind the design: Paper Source Craft Design
paperRounding out our feature on the 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...…
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On display now: PS Christmas tree at the Chicago Botanic Garden
Meg Kowieski…Express Walk. Our tree theme this year? Elves! And not just cookie-cutter elves. My own elfin PS Crafts team and I started with our new Holiday Elf Kit and crafted 100 individual elves. Like snowflakes,... The post On display now: PS Christmas tree at the Chicago Botanic Garden appeared first on…
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Mallaree finds the perfect wedding place cards
paperWhen the new Squirrel Place Card Kit arrived at our Brookline store I just about squealed with excitement! (I might have made the Brookline staff a little deaf.) My fiancé has had a slight obsession with squirrels since he was little (or maybe I have the obsession with his obsession?), so I thought…
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Carve your own stamps…magic!
paperI am just crazy about carving my own stamps – especially 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…
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Creativity Box, DIY Fun at Home!
Paper Source…craft with us all year round with our newest Creativity Box. Every quarter, we will be offering a subscription with DIY kits for both kids and adults featuring at-home DIY kits curated by our in-house Craft Workshop Team! We will kick off the first curated Spring Creativity Box with your favorite...…
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A Crafternoon with Paper Source
Meg Kowieski…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 pre-cut kits to make some Valentines for their pal-entines.... The post A Crafternoon…
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3 Ways to Use Paper Flowers
Rebecca Burick…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 instructions. Here’s a... The post 3 Ways to Use Paper Flowers appeared first on Paper Source…
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A Wave of New Summer Gift Wrap
Paper Source…for gift wrapping and styling the perfect present. Things You Will Need: Fine Paper or Decorative Wrapping Paper Ribbon or Twine DIY Paper Crafting Kits Summer Splash and Pool Accessories How to Wrap in A Gift in A Creative Way? You did the research,... The post A Wave of New Summer Gift Wrap…
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Frightfully Fool-Proof Halloween Party Tips
Pearl Plotkin…recipe for the scariest soiree of the year! Check out some of the tricks and treats below that will scare your guests’ socks off! Killer Halloween Kits No one will say Boo! to these chillingly charming Monster Masks! Transform into... The post Frightfully Fool-Proof Halloween Party Tips appeared…
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Spring wedding inspiration
paper…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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Valentine’s Day crafts from around the web
paper…approaching, which means this weekend might be the perfect time to create something sweet for your Valentine. In addition to the fun and easy craft kits offered at Paper Source, we surfed the web for other inspiring Valentine’s Day cards and crafts. Photo courtesy of Paper. Scissors.…
