March 2011 - Paper Source Blog

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March 23, 2011

Special Announcement: Japan Relief Program

Many of us have been glued to the television and internet, getting snippets of the horror that has befallen Japan. Only two weeks in, and it is shocking to see news coverage shifting to Libya and Wisconsin, while the country of Japan faces an overwhelming restart on virtually every front, with even more dire survival conditions remaining for hundreds of thousands of citizens.

This isn’t the first tragedy triggering our compassion; however, Japan is very special to Paper Source – It is a treasured part of our heritage.

DIY

by Paper Source
March 22, 2011

The handmade book

During a summer course in college I had the good fortune of getting to make my first book. From that point on, I was hooked! There are few things as satisfying as learning an artisan skill, and using it to create one of a kind projects. I find handmade books like handmade furniture, stained glass or painting, still offers the reward of completion, a feeling that is void in today’s electronic projects.

Gift

by Paper Source
March 19, 2011

Ready, Set, Personalize…Stationery in a Snap!

We are pleased to unveil our newest collection of personalized stationery! Our inspiration? Color, design, typography and personalization.

COLOR: We LOVE color! When designing this line, we took our beloved color palette into account. We hope you have fun pairing your stationery with our colorful envelopes and envelope liners– Go bold, go unexpected, go natural, go fun! Read More

DIY

by Paper Source
March 18, 2011

Think outside (actually inside) the box

Not long ago I didn’t know what a box mailer was, let alone all you could do with them…and now, I’m smitten. Here are a few ways to put them to work.

Wedding Invitations
Wouldn’t you love to receive a perfect little box addressed to you with a wedding invitation inside? Simply stunning. It’s true, you can mail them! Our A7 box mailers are sized to fit our A7 wedding envelopes and anything else you can fit inside. Check out these amazing Las Vegas wedding invitations and these classic wedding invitations, all mailed in our box mailers.

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by Paper Source
March 11, 2011

Announcing: Baby Photo Contest

Calling all proud parents: We’re looking for 50 adorable faces, like this one!

The Paper Source Design team is developing our 2011 birth announcements, and your little bundle of joy could be the featured inspiration in our catalogs, online and in stores.

Wedding

by Paper Source
March 9, 2011

DIY wedding programs

With spring and summer weddings approaching, there are sure to be lots of last-minute crafting projects and to-do’s, as you prepare (or help someone else prepare!) for the big day. Keep it simple while getting stunning results with these program ideas– the perfect way to usher in a grand affair!

Wedding

by Paper Source
March 9, 2011

Easy decorative sashes

Incorporate a beautiful fine paper design into your wedding suite with the subtle punch of a paper sash. Decorative sashes are an easy way to decorate wedding invitations, programs, favor boxes and more.

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by Paper Source
March 8, 2011

Fresh from the field, our lucky new color!

We’re feeling lucky because our new shade of Clover arrived just in time for St. Patrick’s Day! Now you can create fun stationery or festive decor with our newest green in solid papers and envelopes.

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by Paper Source
March 4, 2011

Paper Source Grand Opening Events – This weekend!

We are so very proud to announce our three new store locations will be hosting Grand Opening events this Saturday!

You’ll find our hometown crowd at our new Naperville store, where our celebration will be topped off with a visit from the Mayor of Naperville, Mayor Pradel – what an honor!

Celebrations will also be taking place at our third Texas store– The new Austin store is on hip and happening Lamar Street.

DIY

by Paper Source
March 1, 2011

The Big Easy Masks

As a Midwesterner, I have trouble celebrating Mardi Gras. It’s usually cold. It’s usually gray. And the voodoo around here just isn’t the same.

Sure, I honor the holiday with a batch of étouffée. I even go as far as accepting my father-in-law’s usual Sazerac offer, despite not yet developing a taste for this potent cocktail. Still, it never feels like I do the Carnival justice.