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Dream Big, Be Creative
Paper SourceEach year we begin refreshed and hopeful for a better tomorrow. At Paper Source, we keep that hope alive through self-expression and creativity. This weekend in honor of Martin Luther King Jr., an influential civil rights leader who courageously shared his vision for a better tomorrow, we are…
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Elegant Shimmery Layered Tree Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A7 Cement Folded Card 4 Bar Chocolate Flat Card A7 Antique 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…
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NEW! Jump into the New Year with January Digital Downloads
Paper SourceNew! Free digital downloads for dressing your favorite tech accessories are here. Our exclusive design for January is Paper Source’s abstract floral pattern! New year, new beginnings…and new digital downloads! This design features spring magnolia flowers reimagined in soft tones and…
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Thankful for YOU!
paperTo 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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A baby shower game honoring Dad
paperI have come to appreciate a good baby shower game. If done well, it’s a great way to get all your guests involved. Not to mention, a nice transition from the eating portion to the gift opening portion of the shower. I knew for this baby shower that I wanted to get my friend’s husband...…
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Creative Ways to Address Wedding Invitations
Paper SourceYou’ve decided on your wedding invitations, finalized your guest list, and now it’s time to address your envelopes and send them out. The envelope is the first point of contact between your guests and your wedding, so make them memorable with unique lettering techniques. There are numerous ways to…
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European-inspired colors: Part 1
paperI’ve already professed my love for the farmer’s markets here in Chicago, but if I had my way I would spend my time traveling through the markets across Europe. There’s something about the way they present the food and the idea that locals go there everyday to buy fresh ingredients…
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Paper monsters kids craft project
paperMy sister, a third grade teacher, is always looking for creative kids craft ideas. She recently asked me to come up with a fun project she could do with her students for Halloween. When I think Halloween, I think monsters, which led to these colorful paper monsters. The basic shapes are made from…
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Our paper dolls are ready for Halloween!
paperHalloween is my all time favorite holiday, and I thought our paper dolls should get into the Halloween spirit too! I decided that our paper dolls had classic style and would probably choose traditional Halloween costumes…if they could talk, that is. So I made a Halloween costume collection…
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Easy gift wrapping with cellophane bags!
paperWe welcome one of our newest crafting accessories: clear cellophane bags! Though the product itself is really basic (how exciting can clear bags be?), there are literally hundreds of ways you can fill and decorate these handy food-safe bags. Here a few easy gift wrapping ideas, perfect for the…
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How-to: cupcake birthday card
Meg KowieskiHole punches are a super easy way to decorate a handmade card or invitation. With this birthday card, we repeated the punch using the cupcake cutouts to create impact with lettering. In addition to the cutouts, you can also use the negative spaces left by the hole punch to create little peekaboo…
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Fresh spring party favors
paperHere’s a fun, affordable way to do a fresh take on party favors (think also wedding favors or baby shower favors). I picked out these sweet mini grape hyacinths at the market and set them into our recycled takeout boxes, lined with a simple wax paper to prevent moisture from showing. An…
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NEW! May Digital Download
Roxy SchmidWe are BERRY excited about the May digital download! This juicy berry pattern is featured on many Paper Source products this season, celebrating Mom! Find it in the form of ceramics, gift bags, tea and even candy! What’s even sweeter, is that it’s available to download for free on all…
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Carve your own stamps…magic!
paperI am just crazy about carving my own stamps – especially with soft Speedball stamp blocks. I used a Speedy Stamp Carving Kit and a few extra stamp blocks to create the two designs shown below. I drew the flower and lined notebook page designs, then carved them out. Since then I have used…
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Tools & techniques: what is a bone folder?
paperWe’re very protective of our bone folders around here. So protective, many of us refuse to even lend one to a friend for fear we may never see our much-loved crafting tool again. And for good reason: a bone folder forms to the user’s hand over time, remembering your index fingers and…
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Meet the Maker Series: Ebony of Snow & Graham
Pearl PlotkinAs 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…
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A Diamond Jubilee at Paper Source
paperEmma, Paper Source photographer and resident British lass, could not bear the thought of letting the Diamond Jubliee go unnoticed, so she and her bloke whipped up some English treats to make sure our celebration was fit for a Queen. Her spread (and weekend tenacity) was too delightful not to share.…
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Merriest Wishes Photo Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A6 Red Folded Card A6 Black Flat 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.…
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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…
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Easy centerpieces
paperI had friends over for dinner the other night and needed a quick and easy centerpiece. To update regular glass vases, I looked to my stash of wrapping paper. Inspired by Fabra’s idea of covering milk cartons with paper to make unique vases, I thought wrapping my vases in a colorful print…
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DIY Butterfly Embellishment
Toy BrownThis year marks our 35th anniversary of inspiring you to Do Something Creative Every Day! In honor of our milestone moment, we’ve recently redesigned PaperSource.com, making it easier for you explore our brand online. Since butterflies are the perfect metaphor for profound change in one’s…
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Five Essentials for Holiday Travel
Paper SourceHoliday travel is the best – crowded airports, snow storms cancelling 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…
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Holiday Contest Winners!
Meg KowieskiThe moment to announce the winners of our Holiday Crafting Contest is here – thank you to everyone who participated this year! Our lucky winners will be receiving a Paper Source gift card in the mail soon! Card Making Category: 1st Place: Ode to Charlie Brown Part 1 2nd Place: The Present…
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DIY Summer Adventure Folio
Pearl PlotkinWhat 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. Materials: 5 A7…
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Name Letterpress Stationary Recipe
Paper SourceJulie Stationery Materials: Luxe White A2 Folded Card Papaya A2 Envelope Orange Color Box Inkpad Buttercup Color Box Inkpad Liquid Pearls Tools: Letterpress Machine Everyday Letterpress Printing Plates #4 Recipe Tips & Techniques: When there is enough area around the plates it is possible to…
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Bachelorette Party Invite
Paper SourceA bachelorette party is a monumental event worthy of some great invitations. Meg K., a designer at Paper Source, planned her friend’s bachelorette party in Nashville. Using Paper Source products (and a whole lot of creativity), Meg fashioned the perfect invitation for an action-packed weekend. Meg…
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Georgetown inspiration: Wedding day photography
paperPaper Source Fan Abby G. and her husband were married in January, and they recently let us in on a special wedding day moment: While taking our wedding portraits in Georgetown, DC, I saw a gorgeous window display at the Paper Source store. Seeing as I used Paper Source for all of my DIY needs...…
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10 Ways to Celebrate National Handwriting Day
Paper SourceJanuary 23rd is National Handwriting Day! Get your pens and pencils ready- it’s time to go back to the age-old practice of writing things down instead of just typing them into our phones and computers. Nothing beats the feeling you get when you read a personal hand-written note. Here is how we are…
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My Planner, My Plan Series: Elisa Marshall and Ben Sormonte of Maman
Paper SourceMeet PS Planning 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…
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We Love Foxes!
paperWhat weighs about 13 pounds, can run 30 mph and has completely taken over Paper Source? Why, foxes, of course! These clever creatures have made their way onto gift wrap, file folders, kitchen aprons and so much more! Their persimmon fur positively pops against the night and white backgrounds, and…
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Meet the Maker: Quilling Card
Paper SourceSend an artful greeting with carefully handcrafted cards made with beautiful detail, authenticity and colorful scrolls. The makers at Quilling Card have taken a centuries-old art form and crafted it into beautiful and modern greeting cards along with gift items such as art pieces, jewelry,…
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Relax, Refresh, Renew with New Tech Wallpaper for September
Paper SourceCenter the mind, body and soul as you wind down for fall with calming watercolor wallpaper. September is the perfect time to refresh, recharge and renew after months of summer fun! Keep the chill vibes with you on-the-go with our hand painted watercolor design. The calming blue tones will…
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Creative Card Making: Sunny Greetings
Paper SourceAre you looking for some creative playtime to brighten your day? Join us for our card making workshop next Thursday, March 26th. We will make a set of cheery cards and teach you how to stamp, emboss, make paper bows, line envelopes and more! The cards for this class were inspired by some of…
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A Welcome Sign with Chevron Detail
Meg KowieskiWhen we welcome a new employee at Paper Source we like to make them feel welcome, and it’s probably no surprise that more often than not, that involves crafting! Check out this welcome sign for our new associate Jenny M.! This chevron and floral masterpiece went right over her desk to…
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Paper crowns for a royal affair
paperA few of my Paper Source colleagues are getting up at 3 a.m. to watch the royal wedding, so I thought it would be fun to transform our paper crowns into something our friends across the pond would appreciate. So, in celebration of tomorrow’s momentous occasion, here is a paper crown that pays…
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Perfect Fit Planner Guide
Paper SourceThe stars have aligned, your sun is in organization and your rising sign is in Paper Source Planners. Did you know you are 42% more likely to achieve your goals if you write them down? Neuropsychologists identified the power of vividly depicting goals in a written form. Whether you believe in…
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Inspiration: DIY Hot Air Balloon Paper Mobile
Meg KowieskiIn need of a unique baby shower gift or an extra special touch to your own nursery? Try these adorable paper hot air balloons! They make for super cute decor and an eye-catching mobile. We received this great idea from Paper Source fan Michelle N. Michelle found 3D paper air balloon designs online…
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How to tie a bow
Meg KowieskiLearning how to tie a bow is easy with a little practice, and is a wonderful skill to have for gift wrapping, card making, and more. We love our double-faced satin ribbon for tying a bow – it’s silky and flexible, and always looks amazing…but you can use almost any ribbon type…
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Mother’s Day Road Map
Paper SourceMake this Mother’s Day extra special by celebrating your Mom in a way that celebrates who she is and all that she does. Each mom is different and special in their own way, so we’ve come up with a Mother’s Day Road Map to help you give your mom the personalized day she truly deserves!... The post…
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A Picture-Perfect Handmade Gift
Meg KowieskiDIY Moments: Vol. 16 No. 1 There’s always a sort of pressure leading up to Mother’s Day to get your mom the perfect gift – she’s done so much for you and deserves the best! This year, why not craft your mom something beautiful and sentimental? Here is a picture-perfect…
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How-to: Mother’s Day Silhouette
Meg KowieskiGive mom something to remember this Mother’s Day. This silhouette project allows you to create a wonderful paper cameo that you can use as a small home decor piece or as a handmade card. It’s a gift she is sure to adore. Materials Needed: • Mother’s Day Silhouette How-to PDF •…
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How to Make A Custom Envelope
Paper SourceJust as you take the time to wrap gifts in pretty paper and perfect bows, give your correspondences the same personal touch with DIY envelopes. With the right tools, making your own envelopes is a cinch. Follow our guide to see for yourself. Things You’ll Need: Scissors Fine Paper Pencil Bone…
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Paper Source How-To: Easter Card
Paper SourceSend a hand-crafted Easter greeting to some-bunny special! MATERIALS How-To PDF 5 1/2″ Square Superfine White Folded Card 5 3/4″ Square Antique Gold Envelope Text Weight Paper in Clover, Mint, Sunshine and Coral Gold Glitter Paper 1/4″ Coral Satin Ribbon Mini Flower Punch…
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Cascarones: An Easter Celebration
Meg KowieskiAs Easter approaches, we here at Paper Source are getting excited to celebrate with family and friends. Whether it’s making one of our Easter kits, or finding the perfect little gift to welcome spring, we’re gearing up for a fun experience. This year we’re thrilled to bring confetti eggs to…
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Something Sweet for Ann: A Sugar & Spice Baby Shower
paperWhen our resident Hostess with the Mostess announced that she was pregnant with her first child, nearly everyone at Paper Source squealed in delight. Not only was Ann the perfect candidate for motherhood, but she was also deserving of one spectacular celebration. After all, she had planned so many…
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New November Digital Download
Paper SourceThe color of the fall leaves are changing and even dropping to your favorite device! Check out our new PS Designed Wallpaper designed to help us appreciate all the naturally beautiful moments of the season. We are taking a moment to slow down and savor the colors of Autumn. With many holidays…
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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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The Personalized Bar Cart Giveaway!
Paper SourceEnter to win you own set of new, custom barware during the month of June! The Details We are celebrating the new arrival of custom skewers, coasters and drink stirrers at Paper Source. These acrylic pieces come in a variety of colors to match your style. One winner will be chosen weekly…
