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DIY Moment: Travel Journal
Paper Source…by creating your own travel journal! DIY journaling is a great way to keep all of your memories in one place, and gives you the freedom to be as creative as you want while making it. We came up with a few easy tips for creating a... The post DIY Moment: Travel Journal appeared first on Paper Source…
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Upcoming Paper Source workshop: DIY journal
paper…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 FB,... The post Upcoming Paper Source workshop: DIY journal appeared first…
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Meet the Creators behind The Human Being Journal
Simone PatonThe Human Being Journal will help you practice mindfulness and achieve your goals through guided pages that touch on every aspect of your human being. The creators, Sheba and Genevive of Mahara are inspirational leaders in health, body, and mind with fascinating backgrounds. They take wellbeing,…
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Weekend Wants: New Journals
Meg Kowieski…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 my all-time favorites, and they’re offering... The post Weekend Wants: New Journals appeared first on Paper…
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Creative Journaling 101
Paper Source…when we heard about creative journaling, we were immediately on board! It can be intimidating, especially when you see how much detail goes into creating some of these journals, but not to worry, we’re here to give some great tips... The post Creative Journaling 101 appeared first on Paper…
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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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Weekend Wants: Journals
Paper Source…and to take time to reflect. Here are three of our favorite journals and notebooks that are sure to make writing a lot more fun. It only takes five minutes. We’ve all been there: we resolve to record our daily thoughts... The post Weekend Wants: Journals appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Simply SMASHing – New SMASH journals and accessories!
paper…– 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 – New SMASH journals and accessories! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Meet the Maker Series: S’well
Pearl PlotkinThis month, we’re thrilled to feature the creator of the water bottles we all know and love: S’well. We chatted with Sarah Kauss, founder and CEO of S’well, to find out how she started this incredible company, what inspires her, and what she sees for the future of the brand. How…
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Meet the Maker Series: Designing S’well Water Bottles
Paper SourceAt the beginning of the development process, how do you choose the designs and shapes of waterbottles? Our product line has grown incredibly and offers our Creative team a fun opportunity to marry style and function. We consider the current global trends each season when it comes to colors,…
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Introducing: CBD at Paper Source!
Paper Source…in select Paper Source stores! As buzzworthy and edgy as CBD may sound, we’re just here for the glowing skin and balancing benefits of this wellness super-ingredient. WHAT IT IS CBD is a plant compound that’s naturally therapeutic and... The post Introducing: CBD at Paper Source! appeared…
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Upcoming workshop: Color, color, color
paperThis month we created a class inspired entirely 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…
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Meet the Maker: Niky Foster
Simone Paton…Meet Niky Foster, our maker of the month. Niky specializes in DIY and Crafting for Home & Lifestyle, where she creates beautiful projects as well as beautiful moments. Learn about how stepping outside of your comfort zone and a reminder to ‘keep going’ will lead you to special…
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Our Top Valentine’s Card Kits for Crafty Kids
Paper Source…Valentines were passed out and candy grams were delivered? Kids 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…
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Holiday Hiring at Paper Source!
Meg Kowieski…ALL year, but it’s true that our buyers start scouring for the best goodies a year in advance, and final touches and planning for our holiday season take place well before the season starts. So, while you’re... The post Holiday Hiring at Paper Source! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Setting a Grateful Table
paperFrom picking a turkey to assigning 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...…
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Something Sweet for Ann: A Touching Baby Shower Tradition
paperThis well known baby game was extra sweet at Ann’s shower because it was something played at her mom’s baby shower when she was pregnant with Ann. We created a calendar with dates surrounding Ann’s due date – each guest wrote their name on the date on which they thought…
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Personalized Invitations with Santana Row and “Home with Lisa Quinn”
paperOur Santana Row store manager, Linda Kaiser, did a wonderful job hosting the Live Well Network’s “Home with Lisa Quinn,” demonstrating three great party invitation ideas! Have a look at the simple projects she shared using our cards, rubber stamps, favor boxes, and table tents: …
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Ask Annie
paper…who embodies creative inspiration – Annie, our Craft and Visual Merchandising Designer. What do you do on a typical day at work? Everyday I brainstorm new kits, how-to ideas for the stores and our blog, as well as physically work... The post Ask Annie appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source Workshop: Wedding Suites
paperWe had such a great turn out for our Paper Wedding and Morning Tea events. What fun it was to show off our new wedding invitation collection, as well as to have the chance for our customers to experiment with wedding rubber stamps and assorted stamp pads at the demo and make & take tables....…
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Handmade paper from a far away place
paperWe are well known for our collection of high quality fine papers – but how much do you know about how they are made? Some of our best selling Lokta papers – Black and White Paisley and Gold Mums on Cream – are hand-crafted by Nepalese artisans. The material used for making these…
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How-to: wedding cake wish box
Meg Kowieski…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 How-to: wedding cake wish box appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source Special Event: The Grateful Table
paper…wish list for a pre-holiday social crafting night included: • A fun evening of inspiring ideas and some “not too serious” crafting • Table accents appropriate for Thanksgiving, as well as for... The post Paper Source Special Event: The Grateful Table appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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What’s your Colorscope?
Meg KowieskiThough I’ve been doing it for nearly 7 years, mixing and matching Paper Source colors never gets old – I continue to be amazed by how well they work together (despite knowing they were designed with that intention!). Like our color palette, our “Colorscope” is also about coordinating colors–…
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Last Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas
Paper Source…for a perfect night with your sweetie, check out our top picks for last minute gifts, fun date ideas, and favorite love songs. Gifts Need a quick gift that still has a personal touch? Customize this journal with... The post Last Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Mother’s Day gift ideas
Meg KowieskiMother’s Day is coming up fast and we have a few favorite gift ideas to make her smile come May 8th! The Mom’s One Line A Day Journal is a wonderful way for mom to record everyday moments. It is designed for quick entries, since she is always busy! Once complete she’ll have five years... The post…
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Weekend Wants: From Our Gift Buyer
Paper Source…Katie M. has a pretty sweet gig–she’s in charge of deciding what gift items we carry (which is basically anything besides calendars, journals and stationery that could be gifted). From the wacky to the truly divine, Katie is responsible for curating a unique selection of great finds.…
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Chicagoland inspiration: Cantigny Park
paper…our newest suburban stores might interest artists and crafters who seek local inspiration. A good friend told The Mister and I about Cantigny Park in Wheaton, IL. History buffs and journalism folk might know this... The post Chicagoland inspiration: Cantigny Park appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Guest blogger: Carol Schultz
paperI got engaged and laid off in the same week…in that order. Rather than being entirely saddened by a job loss (well, a little bit), I thought, “Well, now I’ll have time to make all 200 of our wedding invitations, response cards, rehearsal invitations, and open house cards by…
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This weekend: free tips & tricks at Paper Source!
paper…embossed design on solid ribbon? We’ll show you how– come check out our this Saturday, August 15 in stores to learn this simple technique for dressing up favors, gifts or invitations. Just stop by between 11am-2pm, no reservations required! We’ll also be demonstrating how to use...…
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Crafting 101: How to Make Custom Gift Bags
Paper SourceNo birthday party is complete without a well-stocked goodie bag. The only thing that could make your parting gifts more festive for friends and family? Making them yourself. With a simple lineup of supplies in your craft room, you can make custom gift bags to match any occasion. Use the below guide…
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Paper Source Employees’ Journey to I Do
Pearl Plotkin…some of our employees who are currently in the process of their own wedding planning! We spoke with three of our staff members to get details of their engagement story, their wedding plans as well... The post Paper Source Employees’ Journey to I Do appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Demystifying the Wedding Appointment
Pearl Plotkin…invitations, the food, the showers, the pre-events, the post-events! What should be the most exciting time ever can end up being a bit stressful. Well, we’re here to help. We chatted with one of our wedding invitation experts,... The post Demystifying the Wedding Appointment appeared first on…
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Our Fave Festival Essentials
Paper Source…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 compiled... The post Our Fave Festival Essentials appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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A Mermaid Party
Pearl Plotkin…this Mermaid Party created by Natalie Thomas over at Nat’s Next Adventure. Natalie was throwing a Sprinkle (a baby shower for a woman who already has a child), but many of these ideas (like the paper dolls) would translate well... The post A Mermaid Party appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Let’s Wrap About Food
paper…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, we’ve got you all wrapped up. For small…
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Upcoming Workshop: Letterpress Stationery
paperOur upcoming letterpress workshop has it all! We’ll teach you how to create letterpress stationery using the Evolution Letterpress Platform from Lifestyle Crafts, showing you how to brayer and ink-up your plates and teaching you how to use the embossing folders to create lovely blind-embossed…
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Unwrapping the Mystery: Uses for Fine Paper
paper…our founder, can get lost in the history and the magic of this worldly craft? Do you also struggle to find ways to use those gorgeous sheets? Well, struggle no more. We asked Paper Source stores across the country to weigh in with ideas–many of which came... The post Unwrapping the Mystery:…
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An upcycled gift wrap theme
paper…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 theme appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Holiday craft ideas from around the web
paper…month’s Women’s Day featured a project inspired by red and white paper straws. Remember these straws from our Summer Cup Cover How-To? Well, this holiday variation — cleverly called the Straw-burst Wreath — caused a stir among DIYers. Image courtesy of Tatertots & Jello…
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The perfect DIY calendar
paperAre 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!…
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A baby shower game honoring Dad
paperI have come to appreciate a good baby shower game. If done well, it’s a great way to get all your guests involved. Not to mention, a nice transition from the eating portion to the gift opening portion of the shower. I knew for this baby shower that I wanted to get my friend’s husband...…
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All you need is LOVE!
paper…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 on Paper Source Blog.
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Get your fix
paper…ever caught yourself grabbing something random to get you through a household task? Then thought to yourself, “Not too shabby.” No? Well, you’re free to laugh when I tell you PVA is my duct tape. Flip flops with a loose... The post Get your fix appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Scrapbooking the Paper Source way!
paperMany of you are much like me – you love being creative any chance you get, but finding that time can often be challenging between work, home, errands and well…life! We kept this predicament in mind when planning our highly requested scrapbooking class. At our Girl’s Night Out:…
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Welcome to the family Peacock, Persimmon & Sunshine!
Meg KowieskiWe are just so thrilled to show off our three new colors (well, four when you include beloved Paper Bag from earlier this year!). Selecting new colors for Paper Source is a lot of fun, but a big responsibility. In order to make one new color, we have to commit to 10,000 pounds of paper.... The post…
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Girls Night Out: Renew, Reuse, Recycle!
paperEarth Day is April 22, and we have an eventful evening planned to celebrate. We’ll blend unique ways of being creative, with caring for the planet, in this years Girl’s Night Out: Renew, Reuse, Recycle! It’s the perfect combination of our classic crafting with a twist – using reclaimed catalogs,…
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Paper Source Workshop: The Wedding Tea
paperThis year we decided our bride-to-be’s deserve a morning tea, done the Paper Source way! Join us for The Wedding Tea workshop where we’ll give you a personal introduction to our brand new 2010 Wedding Invitation line (hot off the press!), hands-on projects to build your DIY skills, great…
