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How-to: rocket party invitation
Meg Kowieski…loving our new rocket rubber stamp, one of many new stamp designs that we recently launched (no pun intended). It’s perfect for kids’ parties and is an image that’s timeless for year round use. Here we used it with our For Date Time Place rubber stamp to make a folded card into…
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Nautical Anchor Invite Recipe
Paper Source…Pure White and Clover Text Papers Night Cover Paper VersaMark Watermark Inkpad White Embossing Powder You’re Invited and Anchor Rubber Stamps Heat Embossing Tool Recipe Tip: Cut a piece of Clover Text and layer Pure White strips on top to create the illusion of... The post Nautical Anchor…
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Mistletoe Card Recipe
Paper Source…A2 Paper Bag Folded Card A2 Persimmon Flat Card A2 Clover Envelope VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Mistletoe & Wishing You Merry Christmas Rubber Stamps White & Lettuce Embossing Powders 1/2″ Squeeze Punch Rounded Corner Black and White Baker’s Twine Uniball White Gel Pen Embossing…
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Hearts in a Jar Card Recipe
Paper Source…A2 Luxe White Folded Card A2 Antique Gold Envelope Slate A2 Flat Card Luxe Blush Cover Paper Canning Jar & Medium Solid Heart Rubber Stamps Wicked Black ColorBox Dye Inkpad VersaMark Watermark Ink Pad Queen’s Gold & Silver Glitter Embossing Powders Black & White Baker’s…
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Bear with Heart on Hang Tag Recipe
Paper Source…Hang Tag with Eyelets Ladybug Sugar Coated 12×12 Paper Red 8 1/2″ x 11 Cover Bear with Heart & Happy Valentine’s Day Rubber Stamps Versamark Watermark Ink Pad White Embossing Powder Fruit Punch Stickles Soft White Satin Ribbon 1/4″ Recipe Tips Cut a 2 inch square from red…
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Kids Fox Valentine
Paper SourceMaterials 4 Bar Clover Flat Cards 4 Bar Persimmon Envelopes Corner Rounder Punch Fox & To/From Rubber Stamps VersaMark Watermark Ink Pad Picante Embossing Powder Heart Sparkle Gems Glassine Envelopes 2 1/4″ x 3 1/2″ Red & White Baker’s Twine Happy Valentine’s Day…
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Be Mine Banner Card Recipe
Paper Source…Flat Card Coral & Superfine White Cover Papers A2 Coral Envelope Coral & Scarlet Color Box Inkpads Be Mine & Small Solid Heart Rubber Stamps Small Glue Dots Lace Paper Tape Red Adhesive Crystals Flag Hole Punch Red & White Baker’s Twine Clothespin Embossing Heat Tool Recipe...…
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Heart Card Critter Valentines Recipe
Paper Source…Adhesive Glitter Sheets Peacock & Red 4 Bar Envelopes VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Fox, Hedgehog, To/From Escorial & Heart Mini Rubber Stamps Picante, Cricket & White Embossing Powders 1″ Heart Punch White Uniball Gel Pen Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Heat set using embossing…
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Love Grows Valentine Recipe
Paper Source…Heart Card Assorted Pack Fuchsia Cover Paper Mint Text Paper Seeded Heart Pack 1″ Heart Punch Valentine’s Script & Vines Rubber Stamps VersaMark Watermark Inkpad White Embossing Powder Foam Squares Sparkle Heart Gem Stickers Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Print message on Mint and…
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It’s a Monster Mash Bash!
Meg Kowieski…party! Throw your little ghouls and goblins a Monster Mash Bash with these easy tricks and treats. Monstrous Invitations Use our fun stickers and stamps to add creepy details to your party invitations. Wrap your note with playful washi tape or monster-themed paper tape to finish your scary... The…
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Workshop: Fall Card Making
Meg Kowieski…rich patterns in mind for our upcoming card making workshop: Colorful Paper Tapestry. Our inspiration for these card designs comes from vibrant textiles and embroidery. We played with punches, stamps and twine to find ways... The post Workshop: Fall Card Making appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Star of David Hanukkah Card Recipe
Paper Source…Versamark WaterMark, Midnight, Harbor, Robin’s Egg & Frost White Color Box Inkpads Chevron Lines, Star of David & Happy Hanukkah Rubber Stamps Silver & White Embossing Powders Foam Squares Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Use heat tool to set the ink on the chevron... The post Star…
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Elegant Shimmery Layered Tree Card Recipe
Paper Source…Gold Envelope Versamark WaterMark & Colorbox Pigment Platinum Inkpads Woodgrain, Spotted Tree Winter & Greco Deco Merry Christmas Rubber Stamps Holographic Embossing Powder Diamond Stickles 1/2″ Corner Rounder Foam Squares Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Use the 1/2″ corner…
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Snow Globe Jars Card Recipe
Paper Source…Folded Card A6 Stardream Quartz Flat Card A6 Persimmon Envelope VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Snow Globe Jar & Joy & Cheer New Year Rubber Stamps Picante & Lettuce Embossing Powders Silver Halo Mix Glitter Neutral PH Adhesive PVA Small Glue Dots Red & White Baker’s Twine Uniball…
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Raining Love Card Recipe
Paper Source…Envelope Harbor Color Box, Black Color Box & VersaMark Watermark Inkpads Hearts Pattern, Bear with Heart & Happy Valentine’s Day Rubber Stamps Picante & Clear Embossing Powders Foam Squares 1″ Circle Punch White Uniball, Black Uniball & Red Gel Pens Embossing Heat... The…
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Studio City inspiration: Wedding place cards & menus
paperWe love how Paper Source Fan Lisa Y. used a monochromatic color palette and rubber stamps to accent her Eagle Castle Winery wedding in Paso Robles, California. Photograph courtesy of Inktree Photography I worked with TwoYellowShoes to design a custom template since I wanted the grapevines to go with…
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Buyer’s favorite: Stocking stuffers for all ages
paper…shopping for them. And, here at Paper Source, we have tons of great items for stockings, from candy to toys to little coin purses. Even glitter or stamps make great stocking stuffers! The newest and coolest items... The post Buyer’s favorite: Stocking stuffers for all ages appeared first on…
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How-to: camp stationery
Meg Kowieski…kids head off to summer camp, squeeze in some craft time to create this camp stationery set. Note cards, envelopes, address labels and postage stamps are all neatly packed inside a little backpack, which you can add to their favorite stuffed animal! Kids will have a fun time making their own…
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How-to: embossing on ribbon
Meg Kowieski…Linda (head of workshops) described this technique to me I just had to try it! Embossing on ribbon? Sweet! I think it works best with rubber stamps that have a clean bold image like this cherry blossom. Imagine how lovely this would be wrapped around a package or used to embellish an invitation.…
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How-to: robot invitation
Meg Kowieski…easy kids party invitations, we used our blank recycled printable invitations, and Smencils scented colored pencils to bring our robot rubber stamps to life. Be sure to use a fast-drying ink like Versa Magic to prevent smearing. Great for a kid’s birthday party, and the kids can help —…
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Keep Calm and Cary On Card Recipe
Paper Source…Red Envelope Red Cover Paper VersaMark Watermark Inkpad White Embossing Powder Keep Calm Stamp Red Mini Check Fabric Tape 3D Foam Squares Heat Embossing Tool RecipeTips Use 3D foam squares to adhere stamped layer to card for added dimension. The post Keep Calm and Cary On Card Recipe appeared first…
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Burlap Drawstring Bags Recipe
Paper Source…Bags Materials: Burlap Drawstring Bags Mini Clothespins Canning Jar Rubber Stamp Uniball Brown Ink Pen Traditional Tags Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips: Fill bags and close drawstring. Wrap strings around bag once and tie. Stamp tag and heat set ink using embossing heat tool. Write name inside jar.…
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Photo Valentine Recipe
Paper Source…4 Bar Heart Note Sets Happy Valentine’s Day Stickers Valentine Tape Set Picture This Rubber Stamp Graphite Black Brilliance Pigment Inkpad Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Layer stamped frame, photo, tape and stickers onto card as desired. The post Photo Valentine Recipe appeared first…
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Luxe Grey Card Making
Rebecca Burick…Luxe Grey paper is the perfect shade for creating stunning and sophisticated stationery, and these tips will have you making your own cards in no time! Butterfly Card: Stamp the Butterfly Stamp along the left side of an A2 Luxe... The post Luxe Grey Card Making appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Celebrate the Magic of the Embossing Heat Tool
Meg KowieskiTake your rubber stamp crafts to the next level with heat embossing – an amazing technique that adds dimension, texture and a professional finish. Our perfectly designed heat embossing tool melts color or clear embossing powder to enhance the look of your rubber stamped designs. Watch our…
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Top 15 of 2015
Meg Kowieski…2. Flip Flop Bracelets | 3. Paper Source Great Big Calendar | 4. Paper Source Wall Art Calendar | 5. Custom Stamp Gift Box | 6. Circle Monogram Custom Stamp | 7. Pure White Printable Place Cards | 8. Rifle Paper Co. Mint Floral Wrapping Paper |... The post Top 15…
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Mermaid Invite Recipe
Paper Source…2 1/4″ Circle Punch VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Gold Embossing Powder Mermaid Rubber Stamp Souffle Pens Heat Embossing Tool Recipe Tips: Cut water and sand shapes from papers and adhere in place. Stamp mermaid slightly above water... The post Mermaid Invite Recipe appeared first on Paper Source…
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Holiday Flower Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials Antique Gold A2 Flat Card Stardream Quartz Text Stardream Quartz A2 Envelope Season’s Greetings Stamp Holiday Flower Stamp Holiday Floral Glitter Wrap A2 Envelope Liner Template Pencil Scissors Versamark Ink Heat Tool Red Embossing Powder Gold Embossing Powder Liquid Pearls (Red)…
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Spectacular Valentine Recipe
Paper Source…4 Bar Red Envelope Black Color Box Inkpad Glasses Rubber Stamp Heart Sparkle Gem Stickers Foam Squares Transparent Tape Black & White Baker’s Twine Soft Grip Knife & Cutting Mat Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Stamp and heat set glasses. Carefully cut out the... The post Spectacular…
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Spectacular Valentine Recipe
Paper Source…Envelope Paper Bag Cover Glasses Rubber Stamp Charcoal Color Box Chalk Inkpad Coral Text Weight Paper Red & White Baker’s Twine Enamel Heart Stickers Transparent Tape Soft Grip Knife & Cutting Mat Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Stamp glasses. Carefully cut out the “lenses”…
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Glitter Lips Card Recipe
Paper Source…Envelope Fuchsia Cover Paper Silver Cord Tag Paper Punch 1/8" Hole Punch Glitter Lips Paper Tape Luxe Glitter Silver Tape Prima Press Stamp Holder and Alphabet Stamp Set VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Embossing Heat Tool Silver Embossing Powder Foam Squares Recipe Tips Alternate Glitter Lips Tape and…
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Large Heart Valentine Recipe
Paper Source…Hearts Pack Old Claude Happy Valentine’s Day Rubber Stamp VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Red Embossing Powder 1/4″ Fuchsia Satin Ribbon Foil & Glitter Valentine Tape Set Embossing Heat Tool Foam Squares Recipe Tips: Stamp and emboss little heart shape before adhering in place... The…
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From the Heart Card Recipe
Paper Source…Washi Tape Sets Little Hearts Pack Valentine’s Day Natural Hemp Cord From The Heart Rubber Stamp Set VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Pink Embossing Powder Embossing Heat Tool Foam Squares Recipe Tips Stamp and emboss little heart shape before adhering... The post From the Heart Card Recipe appeared…
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Day of the Dead Party Invite Recipe
Paper SourceDay of the Dead Party Invite Materials Black A7 Flat Card Fuchsia A7 Envelope Gravel Text Paper Sugar Skull Stamp Small Rose Outline Stamp Black and White Cover Paper White Embossing Powder Clear Embossing Powder Versamark or White Ink Assorted Ink Colors (Pink and Sunflower used here) Tape runner…
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Chevron Birthday Party Invitation Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A2 Slate Flat Card A2 Beet Envelope Pure White Text Paper Chevron Lines Stamp Heliotrope & Eggplant Color Box Inkpads Heat Embossing Tool Glitter Alphabet Stickers Recipe Tips Dab top of stamp with one color ink and the bottom with another to create ombre affect. Use heat tool to dry…
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Merriest Wishes Photo Card Recipe
Paper Source…Card Black Cover Paper A6 Slate Envelope Versamark WaterMark Inkpad Script Merriest Wishes Rubber Stamp White Embossing Powder Foam Squares Embossing Heat Tool Photo of your choice Recipe Tips Stamp and emboss message onto black cover paper and cut out. Adhere to card with foam squares to... The…
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Hung on You XO Recipe
Paper Source…A6 Slate 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.…
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Fiesta Party Invitation Recipe
Paper Source…A6 Clover Flat Card A6 Peacock Envelope Persimmon, Fuchsia, Beet, Poppy, Curry & Peacock Text Paper Floral Lace Edge Punch Sombrero Stamp Maracas Stamp Wicked Black Color Box Dye Inkpad Golden Rod Stickles Silver Stickles True Blue Stickles 3D Foam Squares Black Pen Recipe Tips Punch different…
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How-to: Patriotic lei
Meg Kowieski…lei! It’s a great way to add a patriotic touch to anyone’s outfit! Have a happy AND safe Independence Day! –Annie PS colors: peacock & paper bag Latest fave: Spritzer Rubber Stamp Cleaner and Rubber Stamp... The post How-to: Patriotic lei appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: Summer cup covers
Meg Kowieski…as a drink marker too… write your guest’s name on top! Use this super easy how-to at all your summer fêtes! –Annie PS colors: peacock & paper bag Latest fave: Spritzer Rubber Stamp Cleaner and Rubber Stamp... The post How-to: Summer cup covers appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: Lamb treat bag
Meg Kowieski…little lambs! This idea is great for baby showers too! –Annie PS colors: peacock & paper bag Latest fave: Spritzer Rubber Stamp Cleaner and Rubber Stamp Cleaning Pad Materials Needed: • Lamb Treat Bag How-To PDF • Small White Treat Bags •... The post How-to: Lamb treat bag appeared first…
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How-to: lovely leaf lights
Meg Kowieski…cluster of jars at your table’s center and dress up mantles or shelves to add a warm welcoming glow. –Annie PS colors: peacock & paper bag Latest fave: Spritzer Rubber Stamp Cleaner and Rubber Stamp Cleaning... The post How-to: lovely leaf lights appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Garden Cardmaking
Paper Source…to make them part of your next card making project. Eucalyptus Succulent Notecard After selecting the note card size of choice, use a dauber or colored stamp pad to lightly dab the edge of your card to create a... The post Paper Garden Cardmaking appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Burlap Drawstring Bags Recipe
Paper SourceBurlap Drawstring Bags Materials: Burlap Drawstring Bags Red Stripe Cotton Ribbon Metal Rim Tags Recipe Tips: Stamp message on metal rim tags. Thread tag through a length of red stripe cotton ribbon and tie a bow around top of closed bag. The post Burlap Drawstring Bags Recipe appeared first on…
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Happy Birthday Balloons Card Recipe
Paper Source…Folded Card 4 Bar Chartreuse Envelope Clover, Chartreuse & Blossom Cover Papers Berrylicious Color Box Chalk Inkpad Happy Birthday With Balloons Stamp Uniball White Gel Pen Recipe Tips: Use heat embossing tool to dry/ heat-set ink. The post Happy Birthday Balloons Card Recipe appeared first on…
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Valentine Cards Made with Love!
Pearl Plotkin…bestie! We put together three easy DIY cardmaking ideas to create this Valentine’s Day – of course, there are plenty of hearts involved. Stamp and Emboss Cards Materials: Envelopes Die Cut Hearts Valentine’s... The post Valentine Cards Made with Love! appeared first on Paper Source…
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Happy Holidays Tree with Fine Paper Card Recipe
Paper Source…Slate Flat Card Clover Cover Paper Myth Holiday Fine Paper Gold Glitter Wrapping Paper Versamark WaterMark Inkpad Happy New Year Greeting Rubber Stamp Gold Embossing Powder 1″ Circle Punch Zot Dots Gold Mini Clothespins Foam Squares Recipe Tips Use zot dots to adhere mini clothespins in place.…
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Happy New Year Card Recipe
Paper Source…White Cover Silver Glitter Paper Lokta Metallic Gold Fine Paper A6 Shimmer Silver Envelope VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Budmo Happy New Year Rubber Stamp Silver Embossing Powder 1″ Circle & 2 1/4″ Circle Hole Punches Clear Adhesive Crystals Gold Dot Washi Tape Foam Squares Embossing...…
