Paper Source Blog

by Simone Paton
October 31, 2023

Designer Blog Spotlight: Nanu Studio

The 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 happy accident and punny opportunity, Krishna Chavda found her way into the stationery world to begin her career as the owner and card designer of Nanu Studio. Find out more about Krishna’s joy-spreading- style, inspiration, creative process, and even her exciting underwater hobby here. . Find out more about Krishna’s joy-spreading- style, inspiration, creative process, and even her exciting underwater hobby here.

DIY, Meet the Maker

by Simone Paton
October 31, 2023

Meet the Maker: Farren Celeste

Each month, we love to feature an independent maker that you can find on the shelves in-store or online at papersource.com. This November, Meet Farren Celeste, our maker of the month. Farren specializes in Paper Floristry where she makes stunning and elegant floral arrangements that can last a lifetime. Explore special techniques to create these beautiful bouquets, and how to get started in this creative escape with more from our maker here.

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by Simone Paton
October 17, 2023

Host a Holiday Craft Party with Paper Source

Crafting is a great way to bring home the holidays this year. Create a memorable and worthwhile tradition with us. What we recommended is hosting an easy-to-put-together Craft Party for the Holidays. Invite your friends and family for a snowy night-in to make the merriest memories and share in the festive fun for everyone.

At PS, Meet the Maker

by Simone Paton
September 29, 2023

Designer Blog Spotlight: Karen Adams Designs

The 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 Adams’s brand was born. Inspiration and innovation fashioned a business of hand-drawn cards and custom invites meant to express happiness and share joy. Karen is now celebrating her thriving collection of goods, gifts, and designs that are printed and produced right out of her Memphis, TN studio.

At PS, Meet the Maker

by Simone Paton
September 29, 2023

Meet the Maker: Jess Weymouth – Illustrator & Watercolor Artist

Each month, we love to feature an independent maker that you can find on the shelves in-store or online at papersource.com. This month we celebrate Jess Weymouth, the illustrator and watercolor artist who is the maker of the 2024 Flora & Fauna calendar, available in stores and online. Find out more about the influence behind her designs, personal style, and hobbies here.

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by Simone Paton
August 31, 2023

What We Are Falling For: Autumn Personalities

Fall is more than a season, it is a feeling that takes over all your senses. For some of us, it’s the cool crisp breeze, crunching leaves beneath your feet, the smell of pumpkin spice in the air, the cozy & cute blankets to keep warm, and the taste of hot caramel apple cider. For others, it can be the chilling wind at night before the sounds of a scary horror movie, entwined in cotton webs while decorating, the taste of candy corn, and the smell of a haunted-themed candle. In many cases, autumn can encompass their entire personality. Admittedly, Paper Source is home to many of these people.

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by Simone Paton
August 31, 2023

Card Designer Spotlight: E. Frances

The 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!

E. Frances is a family business, made up of three cousins- Ali, Pippi & Jenni. Their designs & card collection are inspired out of their East Coast studio in Rhode Island. Whether sending their cute greeting cards or little notes, their stationery is motivated to delight anyone of any age and support their continued goal of creating meaningful personal connections.

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by Simone Paton
August 31, 2023

Card Designer Spotlight: Slightly Stationery

The 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!

Alicia Heater is the proud owner and designer of Slightly Stationery. Her natural skills and illustrations bring us a sassy collection of cards and designs inspired by special, meaningful moments as well as her busy schedule. Founded out of Portland Oregon by husband & wife in 2014, they are now celebrating a growing business and team in sunny Oceanside, California.

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by Simone Paton
August 31, 2023

Card Designer Spotlight: Smitten Kitten

The 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!

Amy Kwong of Smitten Kitten is a creative entrepreneur and an absolute vibe. From her storytelling to card designing, everything she does, she does with fun, flair, and a love for Fridays. Amy’s continued hard work, well-rounded skills & personality founded her thriving business while the universal language of humor connects her with her quirky audience.

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by Simone Paton
August 31, 2023

Meet the Maker: Ellen Surrey – USPS ‘Thinking of You Week’ Postage Stamp

In celebration of ‘Thinking of You Week’ we are featuring Ellen Surrey. Her fun, colorful style and creativity brought us this year’s USPS ‘Thinking Of You Week’ stamps. We were incredibly excited to be introduced to her story and postage stamps, a perfect match for our maker feature and Paper Bar envelopes. Read more about her work with USPS and thoughts behind ‘TOY’ week on the blog.