When it comes to party goodies, no one adds the magic and sprinkles quite like Meri Meri. Based in Cheltenham, England, Meri Meri crafts whimsical cards, invitations, bakeware, party accessories and more! We chatted with Meri Meri to get the ingredients for an unforgettable party – packed with glitter, unicorns and cake toppers.
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Meet the Maker Series: Meri Meri
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DIY Fourth of July Firecracker
Light up your Independence Day party with these fun, safe, and patriotic firecrackers! This craft is perfect for those looking to decorate with some red, white and blue colors. Craft during the day, and light them up at night for your Fourth of July celebrations!
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Meet the Maker Series: Jordan of Packed Party!
Our Meet the Maker this month is Jordan Jones of Packed Party. This exciting company has made its way into Paper Source stores, and we are thrilled to carry some exclusive Packed Party llama pouches, duffel bags and disco tumblers! We chatted with the founder, Jordan, about how she started the company, where she gets her inspiration, and what happens with all of that confetti!
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DIY Summer Adventure Folio
What adventures do you have planned in the coming months? Make a folio complete with journal, postcards and keepsake pockets to capture and share the highlights of summer. This is a great project for all ages but is especially great for kids going off to camp or summer vacation.
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#PSThanksMom
As we kick off Mother’s Day weekend, we wanted to celebrate all of the mom figures in our lives by shining a light on everything we’re grateful for that they’ve done. With our #PSThanksMom campaign, we reflect on why we’re thankful for our moms and the lessons they’ve taught us along the way.
Here at Paper Source HQ, our employees took the time to write their own messages to their mom, sharing the wisdom they’ve imparted on them and the impact they’ve had on their lives. Below are some things we’re thanking mom for.
My mom has the most infectious laugh. Thank you mom for passing on your joy for life!
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Mom Bosses at Paper Source
Mother’s Day is an important holiday to celebrate. It’s the perfect time to praise the strong, loving women in our lives. This year, we wanted to highlight some of the exceptional ladies at Paper Source who define the term, Mom Boss. These women have two full time jobs – Paper Source and being a mom.
We interviewed a few of these ladies to find out what it’s like to be a working mom. Here is the advice they have on keeping it all together…
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5 Ways to Celebrate National Letter Writing Month
An important month to us indeed, April is National Letter Writing Month! We’re all about sending snail mail and taking the time to write thoughtful notes (on beautiful stationery). In a world where technology is so prominent, it’s important to remember how meaningful a letter can be – even if it’s a letter to yourself! Check out these 5 ways to celebrate the art of handwritten correspondence this month.
1. Say hello to an old friend!
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DIY Keepsake Box for Mother’s Day
Each year we look for meaningful ways to thank our moms for bringing us into this world. One of the most special ways to show gratitude is with a thoughtful, handmade gift. This year, our in-house crafting expert, Rebecca, created a memory box for her mom to thank her. Memory boxes make a lovely gift for a variety of occasions beyond Mother’s Day, such as graduation and first anniversaries – or are even a great way to put together an inspiration board for yourself! Create your own with these how-to steps and share your box with us on Instagram with the hashtag #PSThanksMom.
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Meet the Maker Series: Ebony of Snow & Graham
As we head into the spring season and approach Mother’s Day, we wanted to feature one of our favorite mom bosses. Ebony Snow Hurr is the founder and creative director of Snow & Graham, a company that has long been a staple at Paper Source with their beautiful line of papers, stationery and calendars. Born into a family of artist and entrepreneurs starting her own business was seemingly inevitable. Over the past 20 years, Ebony has nurtured her brand and her family of three boys with a creative and industrious spirit. We chatted with Ebony about what it’s like to be a working mom, inspiration from generations before her and her favorite mom moments.
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30 Things to Stuff in Your Easter Basket
Easter is hopping down the bunny trail – and quicker than we all expected. If you are scrambling to find goodies and gifts in time for Easter, fear not! We’ve come up with a list of treats and toys to fill some baskets for the entire family. From kids to crafters, we’ve got you covered.
