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How-to: monogram gift tags
Meg Kowieski…an initial to gift tags, wrapping paper and cards is a great way to personalize a gift. These monogram gift tags can be made from any kind of paper, whether solid color paper, decorative paper, even an old postcard or last year’s holiday cards! We’ve shown gift tags where the letter…
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Favorites: India rubber stamps
Meg Kowieski…as one clean image or stamped in multiples they really make a statement. When I find a new rubber stamp design I love, I make several cards and gift tags to keep on hand. These cards would work for birthdays and as thank... The post Favorites: India rubber stamps appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How to Throw a Galentine’s Day Brunch with Guest Blogger Love Always, Audrey
Pearl PlotkinCall me a cheeseball, but I think Valentine’s Day is just the best. While I’ll celebrate love any day of the year, I think taking one day (or one month in my case) to spoil your loved ones is so, so great. Plus, my favorite color is pink, sooo… Who all watches Parks & Rec... The post How to…
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Girls’ Night In
Paper SourceValentine’s Day doesn’t just have to be a celebration of love between you and a special someone. Instead, have just as much fun with your girl friends in a festive themed party. Decorate with hearts and glitter and bake sweet treats while sipping sugary cocktails. What more could you ask for?…
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Paper Source How-To: Cupid’s Arrow
Meg KowieskiReady to get festive this Valentine’s Day? Here’s a how-to on replicating our store windows. Make a cupid’s arrow that’s fun and bright and sure to impress! MATERIALS Arrow How To Arrow Feather End Template Cone Template Cardboard Gift Wrap Tubes Kraft paper or newspaper Some…
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Sweet for Spring: New Macarons
paperJust in time for spring and Valentine’s Day, we’re proud to offer you our Macaron inspired gifts! Tell someone special how sweet they really are with a gift bag full of these sweet goodies. For you ambitious crafters and cooks, try your hand at baking this season’s yummiest treat…
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Designer Blog Spotlight: Karen Adams Designs
Simone PatonThe Card Designer Spotlight is a series featuring independent makers whose greeting cards you can find in Paper Source stores. Meet and be inspired by a new designer every month on our blog! Through a lifetime of travel & adventures, paired with her colorful design aesthetic, Karen…
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Ticket Invite Silhouette Recipe
Paper Source…Silhouette Materials: Fig A2 Folded Cards Persimmon 8 1/2 x 11″ Text Pool 8 1/2 x 11″ Cover Tools: Silhouette Digital Cutting Tool Craft Stick Recipe Tips & Techniques: To make placement of background layer easier, stick one side to edge of card and wrap from... The post Ticket…
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Announcing: Couples Photo Contest
paper…Design team is looking for a few great couples to represent our new line of save the date photo cards set to launch with our 2012 Paper Source Wedding Collection this spring. The photos will appear in card samples on our website, in our catalog and in... The post Announcing: Couples Photo Contest…
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With love from Whidbey Island
paperSince it’s back to school time I thought I’d choose one of my favorite teacher appropriate cards and tell you a little bit about the company who created it. The card I’ve chosen is called Apples made by Salmonberry Studio on Whidbey Island, Washington. Salmonberry Studio is actually a lovely…
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How-to: Father’s Day Nifty Necktie Notes
Meg KowieskiGive 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…
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Sign Up for November Workshops
Paper Source…overview of each class and visit us online to see more details and reserve your spot now! You’ll have a scary good time! Handmade Holiday Cards $40.00 Wednesday, November 13th 6:00-8:00pm Saturday, November 30th 1:00-3:00pm Get a head start on your... The post Sign Up for November Workshops…
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Thinking of You Week with Winnie
Paper Source…in your life, Thinking of You Week is September 23rd– 28th. It’s an international event that encourages people to send hand-written greeting cards or notes to special people in your life. Winnie Park, Paper Source CEO, shares her memory box with us for... The post Thinking of You Week…
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OCTOBER WORKSHOPS ARE HERE!
Paper Source…overview of each class and visit us online to 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…
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New May Workshops Are Here!
Paper Source…workshops are here for skill-building fun. Read below for an overview of each class and visit us online to reserve your spot now! Mother’s Day Cards and Tags Workshop Saturday, May 4th 1:00-3:00pm $40.00 We are celebrating mom this month! Join us to make sweet, handmade... The post New May…
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Send with Love!
Pearl PlotkinDecember is here! Can you believe it? This month, we’re all about sending cards with love, wrapping gifts with love, and giving with love each and every day. We want to inspire you all to find thoughtful ways of expressing your seasonal wishes and greetings with the people in your life.…
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Spotlight on Savoy Paper
Pearl Plotkin…paper is how it all started. We try to provide the highest quality papers from all over the world to add that special element to your wedding invitations, birthday cards or everyday stationery. That’s why one of the... The post Spotlight on Savoy Paper appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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DIY Personalized Stationery with Guest Blogger Nicole L. of Probably Polka Dots
Meg KowieskiI am a paper fanatic, and something tells me that if you love Paper Source as much as I do, you might be, too. I pick up cards just about everywhere I go, and I am always searching for the best stationery I can get my hands on. Of course, my favorite paper finds are... The post DIY Personalized…
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Vintage Table Numbers – Burlap Wine Bag and Table Tent Recipe
Paper Source…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 tape to mask off a rectangle…
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Reindeer Ornament Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials Pure White Ornament Cards Pure White & Pool Cover Papers Moss 5 3/4″ Square Envelope Moss & Chestnut Color Box Inkpads Fir Tree & Reindeer Rubber Stamps Clear Embossing Powder Crystal Glitter Glue Pad Red 1/4″ Ribbon Red Adhesive Crystals Foam Squares Embossing Heat…
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Paper Source How-To: Nutcracker Stage
Paper Source…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 Tape Set Christmas Tree A7 Shapes Adhesive Crystals Circle... The post…
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Workshop: Learn to Letterpress
Meg KowieskiUntil recently, if you wanted to experience the rewards of letterpressing your own cards you needed to acquire a quite large (up to 4,000 lbs!) and quite expensive (up to $10,000!) machine. We don’t know about you, but we don’t have that much space in our dining room and we’re not…
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Introducing the Evolution Embossing Tool
paper…craft tool lets you die cut, emboss, and letterpress all with one lightweight and portable tool. From wedding favors and invitations to handmade cards and paper accents, here are just a few ways you can personalize your paper crafts with this incredible tool. Two... The post Introducing the…
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How-to: Reusable Chalkboard Banner
paper…Banner How-To. It’s easy to construct and easy to customize. Materials Needed: Reusable Chalkboard Banner How-To PDF Chalkboard Scallop Circle Cards Extra Fine Chalk Ink Marker Mini Clothespin Natural Jute Cord Instructions: Use the chalk marker to write... The post How-to: Reusable Chalkboard…
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Summer Party Ideas
paper…into the mix at your next gig! Sweet Treats Favor Bag: Materials Needed: White Fold Over Treat Bags Teal and White Twill Ribbon Paper Bag Business Cards (use scissors to cut corners for detailing) Dimensional Gerbera Daisy Stickers Le pen Double-Sided... The post Summer Party Ideas appeared first on…
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How-to: 4th of July Star & Ribbon Wands
paper…star-spangled wands that are sure to be a hit amongst your little ones! Materials Needed: 4th of July Star & Ribbon Wands How-to PDF Star Die Cut Cards Red & White Paper Straws Red Adhesive Crystals Crystal Stickers Elements-Silver... The post How-to: 4th of July Star & Ribbon Wands…
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Rainy day crafts for kids
paper…the storm. We went through our archives to find a few kid-friendly crafts that will keep you from getting caught in the rain. Paper monsters Paper dolls & paper dollhouses Owl place cards Paper pinwheels Paper Source... The post Rainy day crafts for kids appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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A lovely companion to a wedding guestbook
Meg Kowieski…thought of)! This bride, featured on marthastewartweddings.com had a very clever use for our Academic Grid Calendar. Enjoying sending birthday cards to friends and family, she asked that her wedding guests write their birthdays onto the... The post A lovely companion to a wedding guestbook appeared…
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How-to: button baby banner
Meg KowieskiWelcome baby with a banner that’s cute as a button! You can easily customize the colors using any combination of our circle cards and labels. Further personalize by changing the message on the banner – use baby names or special greetings. Makes for great nursery décor too! –Annie…
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Paper Source Workshop: Wedding Save-the-Dates
paper…for some great ideas, including templates for printing (finally some easy to use Word files) for creating unique “Save the Date” cards for all your guests? Look no further, because we have created the perfect class for you! You’ll get to walk away with samples of each project…
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Homemade personalized stationery
paper…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 envelopes, but by adding other letter writing components... The post Homemade personalized stationery appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Thanksgiving ideas: grateful boxes
Meg Kowieski…boxes are so wonderful to decorate – the perfect blank palette for adding colored paper, ribbon, rubber stamps, etc. I will also have a stack of “I am thankful for” letterpress cards on hand so... The post Thanksgiving ideas: grateful boxes appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: adorable turkey placecards
paperWe have a wonderful customer here in Dedham who loves to create her own special holiday cards and decorations. She visited us recently on our Grand Opening Day in search of a Thanksgiving placecard idea, perhaps a twist on our classic Turkey Placecard Kit. Along with my fellow associate, Calla, I…
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How-to: chocolate puppy favor box
Meg Kowieski…project for kids to make themselves. Come by your local Paper Source store to see this favor box created in person! Materials needed: Chocolate Pocketbook Favor Boxes Chocolate Oval Scallop Cards Cover Weight Paper in... The post How-to: chocolate puppy favor box appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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How-to: robot cupcake topper
Meg KowieskiRepeat your party theme in unexpected ways…rubber stamps aren’t just for cards or invitations— here we use them as super easy cupcake toppers. Create your own look or theme– works great with almost any medium or small sized stamp. These are a perfect pair with our robot invites. 1.…
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Paper Garden Cardmaking
Paper Source…Here are three easy ways 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…
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Meet the Maker Series: Good Paper
Pearl Plotkin…the Maker is a beloved card making organization, Good Paper. As a Fair Trade, high-quality card making organization, they provide employment opportunities in disadvantaged communities. Check out our interview with them below to learn more about their mission, their card making techniques, and how…
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Merry Christmas Pine Branch Garland Recipe
Paper Source…Red Folded Card A6 Superfine White Flat Card Paper Bag Cover A6 Moss Envelope Moss, Grass & Scarlet Color Box Inkpads Merry Christmas Chalkboard & Pine Branch With Berries Rubber Stamps Red Adhesive Crystals Foam Squares Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Trim Superfine White card to measure 4…
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Day of the Dead Invite Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials Chartreuse A7 Envelope Peacock A7 Flat Card Eco-White A7 Flat Card Fuchsia Cover Paper Fuchsia Text Paper Washi Tape VersaMark Watermark Ink Pad White Embossing Powder Embossing Heat Tool Primary Pastel Color Box Chalk Petal Point Inkpad Mini Mexican Skull Stencil Crystal Stickers Elements…
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How-to: easter egg cups
Meg Kowieski…hard cooked eggs inside or proudly display the dyed and decorated variety. Another great tip – use them as place card holders! Just make the grassy coil tighter, write guests’ names onto business cards, and tuck... The post How-to: easter egg cups appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Watermelon Invite Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A7 Slate Flat Card A7 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…
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Crab Invite Recipe
Paper SourceCrab Invite Materials: Night A7 Flat Card Persimmon A7 Envelope Persimmon Cover Paper Black & White Baker’s Twine Red Chevron Washi Tape Who/What/Where/When Stamp Set Crab Rubber Stamp VersaMark Watermark Inkpad Black Embossing Powder Scarlet Pigment ColorBox Inkpad 3D Foam Squares Heat…
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Fine Paper Table Setting Recipe
Paper SourceFine Paper Table Setting Materials: Decorative Paper A7 Flat Card 8 1/2″ x 11″ Text Paper Place Card Super Tacky Tape Gold Uniball Pen Cord Chopsticks Step-by-Step Menu: Print a menu sized to 4 1/2″ x 6 1/2″ – this will fit 2-up on and 8 1/2″ x 11″ sheet of text…
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Merriest Wishes Wreath Recipe
Paper Source…Flower Stamp Versamark Ink White Embossing Powder Red Embossing Powder Red Liquid Pearls Paper Bag 4 Bar Folded Card Persimmon 4 Bar Envelope Recipe Tips Stamp the center of the card with the Merry Christmas stamp in Versamark ink. Coat with red embossing powder. Stamp the holiday flower around...…
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Pineapple Invite Recipe
Paper Source…Clover Flat Card A7 Curry Envelope Paper Bag Text Paper Clover Cover Paper Curry Oval Sticker Labels Scallops Rubber Stamp Lime Pastel ColorBox Chalk Inkpad 2 1/4″ Circle Punch Recipe Tips Print and trim Paper Bag invite layer to 6 3/4″ w x 4 3/4″ h. Adhere to Clover card. While…
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Ice Pop Invite Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A7 Fuchsia Flat Card A7 Poppy Envelope Poppy and Blossom Papers 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…
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Egg Hunt Invite
Paper Source…Sunshine Flat Card A2 Fuchsia Envelope Text weight paper Clover, Beet, Fuchsia, Chartreuse, Peacock & Sunshine Cardstock Paper VersaMark Watermark Inkpad White Embossing Powder Easter Egg Rubber Stamps Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Print and mount invite to Sunshine flat card. Cut grass shape…
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Hung on You XO Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A6 Folded Card 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…
