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Vintage subway posters – vote for your favorite!
paper…vintage-inspired subway art posters. Teams were provided with a list of phrases and words and were instructed to maintain a red, white, and blue color order from top to bottom. Check out nearly 40 inventive store window concepts, like this... The post Vintage subway posters – vote for your…
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ABC Poster Silhouette Recipe
Paper SourceABC Poster by Linda Barrett / P.S. Workshops Manager ABC Poster Silhouette Materials: Luxe White Cover 27×19″ Clover 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Papaya 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Curry 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Peacock 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Social Club 6X6 Pad Jovial Buttons Foam Squares Tools:…
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Introducing the Vintage Floral Wedding Invitations Collection
Paper Source…available now in the Wedding Shop! This year, our design team was inspired by nature, greenery and botanical elements throughout all four seasons. They carefully curated this collection... The post Introducing the Vintage Floral Wedding Invitations Collection appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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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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Card Designer Spotlight: Posterity Paper
Simone Paton…every month on our blog! Tiffany wanted to honor her grandmother’s legacy of kindness through cards. When she couldn’t find the sentiments she wanted to share, Posterity Paper was born. How did... The post Card Designer Spotlight: Posterity Paper appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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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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Vintage Table Numbers – Burlap Wine Bag and Table Tent Recipe
Paper SourceVintage Table Numbers – Burlap Wine Bag and Table Tent Materials: Burlap Wine Bags Chalkboard Paint 2 rolls of Natural Burlap Ribbon Table Tents Chalkboard Scallop Circle Cards Number Stencil Set Black and White Twill Ribbon Step-by-Step Burlap wine bag: Use Painter’s tape or masking…
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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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Guest blogger: A Vintage-Modern Wedding
paperWho’s ready for some wedding inspiration? I am the Kansas City Paper Source Assistant Store Manager, and I wanted to share my do-it-yourself wedding invitation story with the PS family! My fiancée and I decided right away that we wanted a DIY and mostly paper wedding — he wanted it to be cheap…
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Bike love
Meg Kowieski…idea and then it leads to seeking out visual inspiration. Right now we’re working on our 2011 Paper Source Wall Art Calendar, and we wanted to include one of my favorite icons: a bicycle. I looked towards vintage bicycle posters... The post Bike love appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Free! May Tech Downloads
Paper Source…this month’s exclusive tech download. Our exclusive Vintage Travel Stamp design features many of our customer favorite prints and critters from the archives to create a series of vintage stamps. Carry these vintage stamps with you on daily adventures and be inspired... The post Free!…
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The little calendar that could
Meg Kowieski…constantly working to come up with interesting and beautiful ways to do calendars. Last year, we launched our first wall art calendar, a large-scale poster display of gorgeous saturated color. This year, we had a “paper engineering” brainstorm to come up with a fun new take on a monthly…
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New! Deck the Halls with December Digital Downloads
Paper Source…Our exclusive design for December is Paper Source’s collection of festive, vintage campers! Have a happy little holiday at home with this adorable digital print! This festive and quaint download features beautiful vintage style printed campers that are decked out for the holiday... The post New!…
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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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Meet the Maker: Cavallini & Co.
Paper Source…inspired by the iconic prints and paper ephemera of the Cavallini Archives. They offer a range of gift items and calendar products featuring vintage maps, celestial charts, botanical prints, and more that will give your home or desk a certain je ne sais quoi. Founder Brad Parberry... The post…
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Crafter’s Night Out: Flea Market Style
Meg Kowieski…we were inspired by one of our favorite summer pasttimes: flea markets! Some of our favorite market finds include vibrant oil cloth, unique vintage bottles and nostalgic black and white photos. These beautiful objects... The post Crafter’s Night Out: Flea Market Style appeared first…
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Bike fans rejoice!
paperOur exclusive bike products are now available online and in Paper Source stores. Pedal pushing never looked so good… and our vintage bike designs have never gone this fast. Quantities are limited on these products, so those who nab these spectacular spokes early are sure to ride all summer…
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Cake box centerpiece – baked with love
paperFor the past several years, I’ve been making “cake boxes,” putting chenille fabric, lace trims and other vintage baubles on craft boxes to resemble frosted confections. When I came across our Flocked Cream Fine Paper, I instantly recognized it as a perfect “frosting” for a cake box. With a few other…
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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.
