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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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Rubber stamping technique: masking
paperMasking is a very cool rubber stamping technique that involves layering rubber stamp images to create depth. By rubber stamping images one on top of the other using masking you give the illusion that images are in front or behind each other. I’ve demonstrated this technique in the 5 steps…
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The Big Easy Masks
paper…And the voodoo around here just isn’t the same. Sure, I honor the holiday with a batch of étouffée. I even go as far as accepting my father-in-law’s usual Sazerac offer, despite not yet developing a taste for this potent... The post The Big Easy Masks appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Smiling faces from our Wedding Suites workshop
paper…week’s Wedding Suites workshop. At our River North store in Chicago we had some really fun folks join us for an evening built around learning DIY basics for creating their own invitation suites.... The post Smiling faces from our Wedding Suites workshop appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Weekend Wants: Halloween Costumes
Meg Kowieski…costumes! Here are 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…
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Vintage Table Numbers – Burlap Wine Bag and Table Tent Recipe
Paper Source…Chalkboard Scallop Circle Cards Number Stencil Set Black and White Twill Ribbon Step-by-Step Burlap wine bag: Use Painter’s tape or masking tape to mask off a rectangle shaped area. Paint inside... The post Vintage Table Numbers – Burlap Wine Bag and Table Tent Recipe appeared first on…
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Paper Covered Alphabet Recipe
Paper Source…Grip Knife Cutting Mat Glitter Step-by-Step Select a Kraft Letter and the decorative paper you wish to cover it in. Lay the paper face down on a cutting mat, and the letter face down on the paper. Trace and cut about a... The post Paper Covered Alphabet Recipe appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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10 Ways to Spend Sunday Once Football is Over
Paper SourceThe NFL season ends on February 2nd when the Chiefs and 49ers face off in the 54th Super Bowl. Tune in to cheer on your favorite team or just for JLo’s halftime show and the commercials. Once the game ends there is no need to worry about how you will fill your Sunday. It is time... The post…
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Friendsgiving Tips and Tricks
Pearl PlotkinIs there a better holiday than Friendsgiving? Friends, food, and let’s face it, a drink or two make this unofficial holiday one that we most look forward to every year. In honor of this festive holiday, we partnered up with Pinch Provisions to bring you some Friendsgiving survival tips! We…
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Have a Happy Halloween with our spooky craft roundup!
Pearl Plotkin…dare! 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…
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Paper Covered Frames Recipe
Paper Source…Craft Boxes Scissors Soft Grip Knife PVA Glue Paste Brush or Foam Brush Step-by-Step On a sheet of scrap paper, place a sheet of decorative paper face down, and place the frame (glass and backing removed) on top of the paper. Trim the decorative paper so there is an... The post Paper Covered Frames…
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Weekend Wants: We’re Feeling Foxy
Meg KowieskiWe love our Paper Source foxes. They’re designed in-house here in Chicago and are cute with a little bit of and edge (let’s face it, the foxes are known for being the slyest of the woodland creatures). Here are our favorite ways to celebrate these furry friends. P.S. Read until the end…
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Handmade Gifts (with PS crafting tips)
paperThe holidays are quickly approaching, and it’s my favorite time of year to be more creative with my handmade gifts… let’s face it, handmade gifts are just the best! Being an avid bookbinder and box maker, I get dreamy eyed thinking about how I will invent something fun using our bookbinding kits.…
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Don’t forget about dad!
paperFather’s Day is only one month away, and let’s face it, dad can sometimes get the short end of the stick when it comes to sentimental gifts! Of course we know why… he would probably rather be watching a ball game (of some sort) or out fishing on any given weekend, but deep down he... The post…
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Paper Dress Recipe
Paper SourcePaper Dress Materials: 4 sheets of Decorative Paper Metal Ruler Soft Grip Knife Super Tacky Tape Masking Tape or Packing Tape Another creative option is to use a dress pattern intended for sewing and use paper rather than fabric. Step-by-Step Dress skirt: Lay two decorative papers side by side…
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DIY: Washi Tape Ideas
Meg Kowieski…washi and paper tape! With these DIY projects, your everyday items will look new, colorful and fun. Washi tape originates from Japan and has a typical masking tape texture, but is far from dull and beige. Washi tape is most often... The post DIY: Washi Tape Ideas appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Fave holiday gifts — loco for luchas
paper…kitsch like “lucha libre” – a theatrical, acrobatic and campy form of Mexican wrestling. I was a luchador for Halloween, I own masks for spontaneous late-night wrestling with friends, and last year, I saw a live match at the Plaza... The post Fave holiday gifts — loco for luchas…
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New! October Night Sky, Digital Download.
Paper Source…accessory with this PS Exclusive version of the night sky. This PS wallpaper design and celestial scene makes the perfect background for a desktop, phone or tablet. The faces of the moon change to a rose gold... The post New! October Night Sky, Digital Download. appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Special Announcement: Japan Relief Program
paper…that has befallen Japan. Only two weeks in, and it is shocking to see news coverage shifting to Libya and Wisconsin, while the country of Japan faces an overwhelming restart on virtually every front, with even more dire survival... The post Special Announcement: Japan Relief Program appeared first…
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Frightfully Fool-Proof Halloween Party Tips
Pearl Plotkin…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 first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-To: Tissue Pom Pom Garland with Sugar Skulls
paper…Skulls! Patterned after traditional Mexican Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) decorations, our Sugar Skulls can be found on Paper Source glassware, as masks, in our kits, and more! Today, we bring to you an easy, colorful Sugar Skull Tissue Pom Pom Garland project that will set your... The post…
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Get Bright with June’s Digital Download
Paper Source…This summer-themed design features rainbow waves that bring a bright pop of color to any screensaver. The cheery rainbow will bring a smile to your face. If you absolutely love this pattern, check out our Colorscope Custom Journal, our Rainbow Craft Kit, and even our Funky Colorful... The post Get…
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OCTOBER WORKSHOPS ARE HERE!
Paper Source…see more details and reserve your spot now! You’ll have a scary good time! Handmade Halloween Cards Saturday, October 5th 1:00-3:00pm Wednesday, October 16th 6:00-8:00pm $40.00 Friendly faces, glitter and washi tape... The post OCTOBER WORKSHOPS ARE HERE! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Celebrate An Empowering Woman In Your Life
Toy Brown…turn the spotlight on the inspirational and empowering women in your own community! You know her, the one that works tirelessly but always with a smile on her face. The woman who knows how to lift you up when... The post Celebrate An Empowering Woman In Your Life appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: Father’s Day Nifty Necktie Notes
Meg Kowieski…nifty this Father’s Day. Our A2 note cards don a dapper do for this Father’s Day card. It’s the perfect way to put a smile on his face! Feeling extra crafty? Try creating yours from a box mailer. Materials Needed: Father’s Day Nifty Necktie How-to PDF Fill-in Notes Printable…
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Announcing: Baby Photo Contest
paperCalling all proud parents: We’re looking for 50 adorable faces, like this one! The Paper Source Design team is developing our 2011 birth announcements, and your little bundle of joy could be the featured inspiration in our catalogs, online and in stores. To Enter: Become a Fan by…
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Paper ribbon made with love
paperNow we love our double-faced satin ribbon dearly, but it’s nice to bring different ribbon styles into the mix and we’re thrilled to have new paper ribbon. These gorgeous biodegradable ribbons are made from 100% cotton that is responsibly grown and dyed in the USA. The ribbons can be…
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How to tie a square knot
Meg KowieskiKnot tying is a wonderful gift wrapping technique, and offers a modern alternative to bows. It also uses slightly less ribbon and works great if you’re shipping wrapped packages (bows can get crushed in the mail). The instructions below will teach you how to tie a knot using our double-faced…
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How to tie a bow
Meg KowieskiLearning how to tie a bow is easy with a little practice, and is a wonderful skill to have for gift wrapping, card making, and more. We love our double-faced satin ribbon for tying a bow – it’s silky and flexible, and always looks amazing…but you can use almost any ribbon type with…
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How-to: pop-up halloween party invitation
Meg Kowieski…party invitation this year. There’s just something about the unexpected three-dimensional experience that instantly puts a smile on your face… and then, like a self-proclaimed geeky engineer, you can’t resist opening and closing it to see the... The post How-to: pop-up halloween…
