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ENTERTAINING, PAPER goods | February 8, 2012 | by Kim Vallee

Striped Paper Straws in Canada

We all are familiar with these adorable striped paper straws. They have been a must-have of baby showers and kids birthdays over the last few years. But if you Live in Canada, you know that they are almost impossible to find this side of the border. This is why I am glad to report that [...]

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ENTERTAINING, PAPER goods | January 19, 2012 | by Heather Watterworth

Send Mailbox Joy with Parchment Post Card Collections

We’ve all been there: that panicked moment when you realize you’ve overlooked a friend’s birthday, or are long overdue to send a handwritten thank you. Cards may have come a long way in recent years, with a myriad of designers, studios and print houses creating gorgeous prints for every taste, but with so many beautiful [...]

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HOME + GARDEN, PAPER goods | January 13, 2012 | by Heather Watterworth

Wonderful Washi Tape

Have you fallen for washi tape yet? Crafters and DIYers have found so many creative uses for this Japanese tape made from handmade paper. Available in a variety of colours, patterns and prints, washi tape can transform gift wrapping, paper crafts, wedding and party accessories, and even simple decor items. Apartment Therapy posted a fun [...]

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HOME + GARDEN, PAPER goods | January 6, 2012 | by Kim Vallee

Sliced Bread Notebook and My Love for Notebooks

Packaging is often used to differentiate a standardized product from its competition. And this is exactly what Burak Kaynak tried to do when they bundled 12 notebooks and packaged it as a (too short) loaf of bread. I must say that the analogy would have been more successful if the box was standing on the side, like [...]

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October 6, 2011 | by Kim