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How-To: DIY Hoppy Easter Card Recipe

Pearl Plotkin

Hopping down the bunny trail looking for just the right springtime sentiment? Surprise somebunny special with this adorable DIY card! To create this perfectly precious card, simply gather the supplies you need and follow these easy steps: Hoppy Easter Card Lay your card out on your crafting table.…
Paper Source How-To: Father’s Day Anchor Card

Paper Source

…of making a card with a personal touch. This nautical-themed greeting is the perfect idea for a dad that loves the water. Stop by a store near you to get these supplies in time! MATERIALS NEEDED Pool... The post Paper Source How-To: Father’s Day Anchor Card appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Paper Source How-To: Fine Paper Flower Art

Meg Kowieski

Add festive decor to your space with this eye-catching work of art made with fine paper! MATERIALS How-To PDF Flower Petal Templates 3-4 different colors and patterns of Fine Paper 2-3 Colors of 8 1/2″ x 11″ Text Weight Paper 1 Sheet of 20″ x 26″ Cover Weight Paper Circle…
Paper Source How-To: Mother’s Day Wreath

Meg Kowieski

We’ve found a great way to 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…
Paper Source How-To: Chalkboard Pencil Box

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…member of the Paper Source Design Team, creates many of our terrific kits. Today, she offers up a project that is perfect for back-to-school. Learn to make an extra-special Chalkboard Pencil Box using one of our paper maché boxes. Start with the following materials: Dexter Pencil Box Chalkboard…
How-To: 4th of July Tassel Garland

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…how-to. Use these tissue pom poms for your 4th of July celebration or change colors for your own special event. Materials Needed: Tassel Garland How To Silver, Red, White & Night tissue paper Scissors Cutting Mat and Craft Knife Ruler Silver Cord Instructions: (A). Open up one sheet of tissue...…
How-to: Father’s Day Nifty Necktie Notes

Meg Kowieski

Give your dad something 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…
Paper Source How-To: Ice Pop Invitation

Meg Kowieski

Start your festive July 4th bash with this fun and patriotic ice pop-themed party invitation! Download the instructions and get crafting for your USA tribute! MATERIALS How-To PDF A6 Royal Blue Flat Card A6 Red Envelope Pure White Text Weight Paper VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Aqua Embossing…
How-to: Bunny and Chick Easter Cards

Meg Kowieski

Celebrate the Easter season with our adorable Bunny and Chick Egg Friends. These fun characters are great as Easter cards, springtime decorations or cute paper companions for your little ones. Materials Needed: • Easter Bunny and Chick Egg Friends How-To PDF • Egg Shapes Assortment Pack • Googly…
DIY Valentines — Sweet Without the Sugar! with Guest Blogger Rebecca G. from Not-So-SAHM

Pearl Plotkin

I have to admit that I fall firmly into the camp of loving Valentine’s Day. And I love that my kids are on that bandwagon too. They love to think of kind (and often elaborate) gestures to show people dear to them how they feel. And that includes each other. Seriously. Now, don’t get…
The handmade book

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During a summer course in college I had the good fortune of 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...…
Five Essentials for Holiday Travel

Paper Source

…flights, and agitated gate agents are just some of the wonderful things to look forward to. Standing in an hour long TSA line or sitting sandwiched between two strangers on a plane is a great way to introduce yourself to new people and smells.... The post Five Essentials for Holiday Travel appeared…
Card Designer Spotlight: Posterity Paper

Simone Paton

…cards you can find in Paper Source stores. Meet and be inspired by a new designer 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…
Mystical Must-Haves

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…and conjure up your inner magic with our mystical must-haves this Halloween. We have everything 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…
Paper Source Launches Party in a Box

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If you need to access your inner party planner to 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…
Get Crafty With Your Halloween Cards

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Get into the spooky spirit of Halloween by treating yourself to an evening of card making with our large selection of stickers, stamps, washi tape, colorful glitters and paper. Here are four different cards that will surely inspire you to get ghoulishly crafty for All Hallow’s Eve! Trick or…
New January Digital Download

Roxy Schmid

The new year welcomes new celebrations, new experiences and new opportunities! Surround yourself with colors of the rainbow and feel inspired to bring these bursts of watercolors into your every day. This exclusive Paper Source design features abstract gold foil finishes throughout. Find this…
Thoughtful Thanksgiving Journals

Paper Source

…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 diaries a great present for yourself or... The post Thoughtful Thanksgiving Journals appeared first on…
Get wise with stylish new supplies

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If you’ve had time to flip through our latest catalog you probably found yourself having a hoot with our new line of office organization products. We always have a hard time picking a favorite calendar, but now the new office storage is causing greater debate. Some prefer the traditional style…
How-To: Gallery Wall Series: Creating A Custom Wall

Pearl Plotkin

…decorate your home is the perfect way to introduce your personal style to the friends and family that are lucky enough to visit you. One way to instantly elevate any room in your home is to create your very own custom gallery wall, and Paper Source is here to help. We have... The post How-To:…
Paper Source How To: Give Thanks Printable Banner

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Here’s a cute and easy way to remind you and yours of the “reason for the season” this Thanksgiving! It looks great on it’s own, or across individual dinner plates or displayed across one of our burlap wreaths. MATERIALS How To PDF Printable Banner Burlap Wreath (optional)…
How-To: Gallery Wall Series: Using the Silhouette CAMEO Machine

Pearl Plotkin

Reasons why we love the Silhouette Cameo: The Silhouette Cameo is a digital cutting tool. Think of it as a printer that uses a blade instead of ink. This crafting power tool opens up a world of artful opportunities! Use your favorite designs and fonts – You can cut any font on your computer…
Paper Source How-To: A Photo Card for Mom

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We have some unique cards for Mother’s Day, but if you’re looking for a D.I.Y. that’s uniquely personal, here’s a quick and easy photo card tutorial. MATERIALS Solid Folded Greeting Card Fine Paper Solid Paper Printed photo Scissors or Knife Glue Stick or…
Paper Source How-To: Heart of Gold Valentine Box

Paper Source

Make your Valentine’s Day gift extra-special with this hand-crafted mini Heart of Gold box! MATERIALS How-To PDF Heart Vanilla Craft Box Superfine Softwhite Cover Weight Paper Metallic Glitter Pack Gold Foil Lace Tape Gold Shimmer Twine Gold Glitter Heart Stickers Gold Pen PVA Adhesive…
Paper Source How-To: Sugar Skull Mask Wall Art

Meg Kowieski

Create 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…
How-to: Happy Jack & Spooky Cat Halloween Card

Meg Kowieski

Wish your friends a Spooktacular Halloween with this adorable Happy Jack & Spooky Cat Halloween Card. Materials Needed: • Halloween Card How-to PDF • Beet A7 Folded Cards • Pumpkin Shapes Pack • Black Cover Paper • Curry Cover Paper • Eco-White Cover Paper • Fuchsia Cover Paper • Poppy Cover…
New fave items for summer

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…summer are here and I wanted to tell you about a couple of my favorites! First, I love our giant roll of 1,000 Admit One Tickets. They’re super fun for all kinds of summer shenanigans from family talent shows to movie nights around the tv. Hey kids, it’ll be... The post New fave items…
Valentine’s Day Card Mailbox DIY

Paper Source

DIY Moments: Vol. 17 No. 1 Spreading love and kindness this Valentine’s is what we’re all about this year. There’s no better way to spread love than creating an adorable fringed-out and pompom-bordered Valentine’s Day card mailbox! This mailbox is the perfect gift for your…
Tree decorating idea safe for kids & pets

Meg Kowieski

…house, decorating a tree for the holidays is all kinds of fun for little ones, but means constant monitoring for you. Last year Noquet joined our family and now just a year old, she is still all puppy. In decorating our Christmas tree, I wanted to... The post Tree decorating idea safe for kids…
Find your inner artist at a P.S. workshop!

Pearl Plotkin

As a bite of colder weather creeps into the autumn air you might be looking for fun ways to entertain yourself. Rather than lamenting the last days of summer, why not get crafty at one of our upcoming workshops? You’ll be able to bring home your works of art, along with new-found knowledge for…
Purr-fect Cat Gifts & Accessories

Meg Kowieski

Need something purr-fect for the cat lover in your life? We’ve got some great new options that are sure to be loved. Get them right meow! Does your cat lover (maybe it’s yourself…) love to cook? How adorable is this new Paper Source Cat Apron? Complete the look with this tea towel (which comes in…
Guest blogger: A Vintage-Modern Wedding

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…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 and casual,... The post Guest blogger: A Vintage-Modern…
Weekend Wants: Personalized Stationery

Meg Kowieski

…Perfect for hostesses, newlyweds, grads and yourself, there’s a style for everyone. In addition to being chic and unique, personalized stationery is currently 20% OFF! The sale ends September 30, so hurry up and order your perfect notes now. To get... The post Weekend Wants: Personalized…
Get a Royal Look for Your Wedding Invitations

Toy Brown

…and Meghan Markle, which takes place on May 19th. Many brides-to-be will be watching the wedding, hoping to perhaps borrow some of the royal wedding elements to use in their own ceremonies. One place where it would be easy to replicate the... The post Get a Royal Look for Your Wedding Invitations…
Tips for setting a crafty kids’ Christmas table – Free download included!

Pearl Plotkin

Who says grown ups get to have all the fun? This year, the kids’ table is the place to be! Aunts and uncles will be trading their seats for a spot at this fun-filled table this holiday. With a Letter to Santa download, festive photo props and unlimited possibilities of what to create, you’re sure...…
Weekend Wants: Valentine Kits

Paper Source

…to celebrating love and here at Paper Source we’re making it easy to send sweet 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…
Idea: inspired holiday party placemats

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…Source are reminded of how blessed we are to be surrounded by inspiring ideas every day. We recently had our annual office Holiday Party. To get everyone in the holiday spirit, we asked team members from around the organization to design placemats to be used at each... The post Idea: inspired…
Saying “I Do” with a Summer Barbecue

Paper Source

…celebrations. After spending the last year and a half inside due to the COVID-19 pandemic, outdoor gatherings are a great way to have the summer wedding of your dreams while still being cautious. While these weddings are likely to be smaller than in past years, it is the little details... The post…
My Planner, My Plan Series: Elisa Marshall and Ben Sormonte of Maman

Paper Source

…Ambassadors: Elisa Marshall and Ben Sormonte As co-owners of Maman, Elisa and Benjamin, have had to be proactive planners while also being open to possibilities of life’s spontaneity every day to create the artful and unique experience of their shops. Maman, is an ever-evolving bakery, coffee shop…
Paper Source Workshop: Perfect Shower Invites

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When it comes to throwing a party, big or small, we hear from customers that one of the more challenging things is creating a theme. If you’re planning bridal shower or bachelorette party, you want it to be special for your guests and the bride-to-be. Lucky for you, we’ve pulled together some…
Label it

Meg Kowieski

Being organized is a beautiful thing. So is finding easy ways to be creative! Labels and stickers are a perfect blend of the two because they satisfy the urge to get organized in a creative way. Here are a few fun ways we at Paper Source like to use labels and stickers. School/Office In school...…
Homemade personalized stationery

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What could be more personal than creating custom stationery for a special friend? By choosing specific paper colors, embellishments, and adding their name you are honoring their personality and creating a one-of-a-kind gift. A stationery set can be as simple as a collection of note cards and…
Demystifying the Wedding Appointment

Pearl Plotkin

…the wedding process can be somewhat overwhelming. How do you start? There’s the decorations, the 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…
Quick-step guide: snaps, eyelets & brads

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…was working on and, like many of us, the final execution of her project was unanswered – How was she going to secure the pages of her booklet? Would it be snaps? Could it be eyelets? Or should it be... The post Quick-step guide: snaps, eyelets & brads appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
Paper Source Grand Opening Events – This weekend!

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…to announce our three new store locations will be hosting Grand Opening events this Saturday! You’ll find our hometown crowd at our new Naperville store, where our celebration will be topped off with a visit from the Mayor of Naperville, Mayor Pradel – what an honor! Celebrations will also be... The…
Handmade holiday cards

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Our Annual Holiday Card Contest drew to a close yesterday. Thanks to those of you who submitted fantastic and original holiday card concepts, voting is going to be difficult. While we wait for votes to trickle in from our teams, we wanted to put the spotlight on a few of last year’s…
A most unusual paper collection

Meg Kowieski

…it wrong to collect something that wasn’t meant to be seen? No, according to me and my Paper Source work mates. A few months ago I brought in my collection of security envelopes and tacked them to my inspiration board. Each day since everyone in the Design Department has been adding to the mix!...…
Thankful for YOU!

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To the Paper Source team – our employees and customers: It has been a year of big economic challenges, which have required all of us to use extra ingenuity to make ends meet. As a company, we have done some tough belt tightening to ensure that we would stay healthy and be able to grow.... The…

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