1. Spotlight Series with Wedding Stationery Designer Maria Filar


    We know that some of our fans are ready to start planning for their wedding day, and what better way to start than by getting inspired by our gorgeous collection of new Wedding Invitation Suites?

    We asked our designers to pick their favorite and share with you.

    Even if you can’t hear wedding bells just yet, you can still swoon over these amazing invites. Paper Source offers exclusive, customizable wedding suites, all designed in-house by our team in Chicago. Our designers create a variety of invitations for every taste (from classic to contemporary), all while incorporating their own unique style.

    Designer Maria Filar:

    1.) Q: Which invitation suite is your favorite this year?

    A: My favorite is a tie between the Watercolor Garden suite and the Paintbrush Foil design.

    Watercolor GardenPaintbrush Foil
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  2. Our Designers’ Favorite Wedding Invitations

    It’s wedding season and we’re getting inspired by our original Wedding Invitations designs. Even if the wedding bells aren’t in your future, you can still swoon over these amazing invites. Paper Source offers over 90 exclusive wedding suites, all designed in-house by our team in Chicago. Our designers create a variety of invitations for every taste (from classic to contemporary), all while incorporating their own unique style. To get a better sense of their inspiration (as well as insight into our tastemakers’ design range), we asked four of our designers to pick a favorite that they’ve designed, and their picks are below.

    Maria Filar says,

    My favorite is the Vintage Floral suiteI love the vintage feel, but at the same time it’s crisp and modern. Vintage floral, engraved-style illustration is always going to be my favorite, and it will never feel dated or trendy. The inspiration behind this suite is old letterpress and engraved illustrations of botanicals.

    This look can be styled in a variety of ways – pair with all white and hits of black for a simple, clean and elegant look. Or pair it with Luxe Blush for a soft, romantic feel. Or it could be paired with more casual components like Paper Bag.

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    Erin Burke says,

    My favorite suite is the Bouquet suite. I think this invitation suite is one of the most energetic and graphic suites in our current line. The inspiration behind this suite was vintage floral illustrations from encyclopedias and garden manuals.

    It is unique enough to stand out, but general enough to complement any garden wedding – and the typography makes it modern and sophisticated. It also pairs well with bright, fun colors.

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    Karen Davis says,

    My favorite is the Foil Stamped Laurel Branches. First, I love the play of the clean, modern font used for the bride and groom’s name, paired with the ancient and elegant laurel wreath.

    Although this suite was inspired by some traditional elements, I love that they all suddenly feel updated with a small twist of a modern font and fresh color.

    I really enjoy the color pairing as shown – rose gold foil with white paper and a blush envelope. This suite would also be beautiful in white and gold, or cream and rose gold.

    Foil Laurel Branches Suite copy

     

    Vane Palacio says,

    I think the Foil Stamped Confetti Wedding Invitation  is elegant and classic, but modern at the same time, and could work for a variety of wedding styles. I like the gold foil confetti dots because they are subtle and give the invitation a special touch, and it comes in other foil color options!

    I also like how the names are big, it’s the first thing I notice when I see the invitation.

    I love the way the suite is shown, with the mint envelope and accents, but it could also be paired with any other color.

    Foil Confetti Suite copy

     

    Which of our original wedding invitation suites are your favorite? Tell us in the comments below, and check out our Pinterest board for more invitation inspiration.

  3. Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Erin

    Paper Source Erin

    Our Behind the Design series continues with a look inside the mind of our newest designer Erin. Her exceptional eye makes her a style guru when it comes to design and walking the halls (We just love her wardrobe!). Enjoy getting to know her creative style, and be on the look out for products featuring her designs this summer!

    Name: Erin Burke
    Years with Paper Source: Just a few months
    Expertise: Design & Illustration

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  4. Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Claudia

    Paper Source Designer

    As part of our series dedicated to the fabulous minds behind our designs, we continue with a look at the amazing work of Claudia. You are probably familiar with Claudia from our post about the Paper Source Craft Design Team. But, this spirited designer has more up her sleeve (you might even find a pair of scissors too) – from Paper Source kits to marketing design, Claudia does it all! We hope these 10 questions will help you see where her incredible energy comes from.

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  5. Behind the design: Paper Source Craft Design

    Paper Source Craft Team

    Rounding out our feature on the Paper Source Design Team are the wonderful ladies who lead our craft, kit and sample creation. And, man, do these gals rock!

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  6. Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Malcolm

    Paper Source Designer

    As part of our Paper Source Design Team spotlight, we spent a few moments with our newest graphic designer Malcolm to understand the influences that have shaped his aesthetic and career. You will see his modern style reflected in our 2012 holiday assortment and in our new personalized note pads. Be on the look out for more of his style as we add new products and designs in the new year!

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  7. Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Leslie

    Paper Source Designer

    As part of an ongoing series dedicated to showing you the minds behind our designs, we hit up PS Designer Leslie for a quick 10 questions about the many things that inspire her designs and her whit. Leslie has contributed to several notable Paper Source products, including our 2012 Letterpress Calendar. And how can we overlook the ever-popular Retro Bike Glasses?! They are a customer favorite and we’re sure you’ll appreciate getting to know this hip mom just as much!

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  8. Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Alanna

    Paper Source Designer

    We continue our series dedicated to the minds behind our designs with PS Designer Alanna. Since her early days as an invitation designer in our stores, Alanna has designed a number of Paper Source products like our calendars and stationery. But Alanna is also instrumental in bringing designs to our website for you to customize, working with the web team to launch custom stamps, wedding invitations and our new personalized note pads. We hope you get a feel for the energy she brings to the office every day – it’s infectious!

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  9. Behind the design: 10 questions with PS Designer Karen

    Paper Source Designer
    As part of a series dedicated to the fabulous minds behind our designs, we are kicking things off with Paper Source Designer Karen. One of our senior designers, Karen has played a hand in many designs and products over the years. Her work is found in Paper Source calendars and she helped conceptualize the latest customer favorite – Paper Source Owls! Karen’s love for Paper Source is felt in every design and in any interaction you have with her. She an absolute joy to be around and we hope these 10 questions will help you get to know the warm and creative spirit behind many of your favorite designs.

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  10. Behind the design: The Paper Source Design team

    Paper Source Design

    Many of you have grown to love our products through the 300+ associates who work in nearly 50 store locations nationwide. These folks have introduced you to so many unique products and designs – but have you ever wondered who dreamt them up?

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