So many summer paper crafts!

There are SO many ways to make even the simplest things unique just by adding some decorative paper!

We recently stumbled upon some great ideas using paper for any summer party that are super cute and super easy....and here's just a few of them:


FESTIVE PAPER UMBRELLAS






















http://www.marthastewart.com/272880/festive-drink-umbrellas-umbrella-how-to

These are a cheap, adorable way to dazzle your guests with some extra style....and they work great as drink identifiers too! And, in case you haven't noticed....our store has TONS of amazing paper options to choose from! All decorative paper is 20% already affordable prices, and a little would definitely go a long way!


DIY ICE CREAM CONE WRAPPERS




http://blog.hgtv.com/design/2012/05/23/daily-delight-diy-ice-cream-cone-wrappers/
Again.....adorable and affordable! Great for a kids party and SO easy to make....a simple way boost a standard treat into something more colorful!


And lastly....

HANDMADE SOAP WRAPPERS



http://www.diylife.com/2008/06/09/ways-to-wrap-handmade-soap/

Handmade soap is not only a fun project in itself but its great for party favors, gifts, and even to sell at craft fairs! We have so many beautiful papers that would be great for this in stock...and in a huge variety of thicknesses, colors, and patterns that would accommodate as many different soaps as you can possibly make!

Welp....that's a wrap for now!

Check the store for more project ideas, great discounts, and PLENTY of inspiration!

:)

The sky's the limit!

Summer is the best time for coming up awesome outdoor creative projects! What better way to spend your time then making something beautiful...especially when its beautiful out!

One great idea we dug up from the internet is painting your own windows!


http://lemontreecreations.blogspot.com/2011/02/ballerina-big-girl-room.html

This project could take an INFINITE amount of directions....and has plenty of room for improvisation! Paint a few and put them in a bedroom, dining room, bathroom, pantry, or any other room to give it a nice open, spacial (or even illusion-like) feel!

Great for all ages, and don't forget canvas is still buy ONE get TWO FREE at CC Lowell (wink wink)!

The sky is the limit!

It's all about quality!

Any experienced watercolorist can appreciate how essential high quality paper is in making high quality work! Arches 140LB Cold Pressed watercolor paper is one of the most highly revered brands you can buy, made with 100% Cotton and an absolutely phenomenal, incredibly absorbent texture. Also, it NEVER warps and has beautiful deckled edges! Definitely the type of material you will develop an immediate loyalty to once you try it once! For that reason we are offering it up for $5.50 a sheet, and $4.50 if you buy 5 or more (down from $9.75)! Arches Blocks are also 30% off, which is the same high quality paper only stretched and mounted on a block for super convenient transport (GREAT for classes)! 

The other essential ingredient to a high quality watercolor painting is of course, high quality watercolor paint! Right now we are also offering M.Graham paint for 40% off...and believe us...it's the best! Another material that's guaranteed to be love at first try! Art Graham, the creator of the brand visited us a few weeks ago to explain how with local honey, generous pigment loads, and fresh, frequent batches his paint is carefully designed to be the best possible! This company has a sincere and proud commitment to making the artist's painting experience look and feel excellent...and you can definitely tell! Even if you are a beginning artist, at 40% off it is DEFINITELY worth trying out (especially if you are into avoiding the frustration that cheaper quality, student grade paints can give you when mixing and applying them!)

And, who doesn't want to support small businesses, right?! ;)

We've got spring in our step! And some great project ideas for you!

Yes! All this sunny weather is inspiring everyone here at CC Lowell as well as our customers....so much creativity brewing! And it's contagious! We've been busy revamping displays, thinking of more great sales on fun activities, planning events and more! So here's the part where we share some inspiration:

Time to Dye it!

Whip out some of the the old, lingering fabric, dull t-shirts, or bags you may have lying around and bring them back to life with some of our fun dye kits, open stock dyes, and fabric markers (we also stock screen printing kits of you want to get fancy with it)! There are so many great tutorials and ideas floating around the internet having to do with creating amazing dye effects....so if you're feeling like trying something new, GO FOR IT!

Stationery is NOT out of style!

Show 'em you care buy ditching the computer and handwriting a note or a letter using some of our BEAUTIFUL new stationeries, inks, pens and calligraphy supplies! You can't pour NEARLY as much love into an email or facebook message...so take some time today and create a memory that someone can keep forever!

Canvases aren't just for painters!

April vacation is here (and so is summer...almost!) and one great way to keep kids busy is to put that imagination into PLAY! Here's an idea our friend Steve showed us that just so happens to pair very well with our BUY ONE GET TWO FREE canvas sale! Take three canvases, cut a window in one and create an insta-theater for puppet shows or even just as a cute little hideout! Spruce it up with some stencils and some spray paint (ALL Montana cans are also on sale!) or just regular acrylic or tempera and you've got a fun, constructive project your kids will LOVE! Also, super easy to disassemble and store!

And, as always we've got a staff FULL of ideas and a store full of great deals to help you put those creative juices to use! Come by today!

Time to restock our beautiful papers....paper hoarders beware!

Come vote for our Dragon Contest!

In honor of it being the year of the dragon (and in honor of fun!) we ran a dragon manikin decorating contest for the month of March open to anyone and everyone....and now it's time to vote for the winners! The dragons are split into two age categories: 13 and under and adults. There were no rules (besides having fun), and our talented customers did an AMAZING job at coming up with truly unique submissions! Oh...did we mention the prize is 400 dollars in art supplies?! So come check them out and vote on your favorite!

Even kittens love our products!

:)

Jessica Walsh Photography Cards!

Check out NEW greeting cards from Jessica Walsh Photography! Jessica is a Worcester resident, pet photographer and friend of C.C. Lowell. Her colorful faux-laroid photograph cards, modeled after polaroid images are bound to make you smile! She pairs the perfect words and phrases with her funky photos making each design unique! C.C. Lowell is now carrying a series of "Create" cards inspired by every kind of artist, as well as a Worcester themed series, inspired by our glorious city! We really can't get enough of her designs! Check out her pet photography and gallery at http://www.jessicawalshphotography.com/gallery/

Mmmm....

Fresh shipment of Montana spray paint! Beautifully tempting!