We had such and awesome response from vendors and the public that we decided to go ahead and add a fourth date to our Soulard Market Park Arts and Crafts Fairs.  Come on down and join us August 14th from 9-3  at the corner of 9th and Lafayette.  Promise tons of fun, live music, yummy drinks and of course lots of artsy and crafty goodness.  If you need any more information please call us at the store 314-577-6930

Ok who the Heck are you?
Rachel Shelton, Mom, wife, and eco-sewer!
What is the worst craft fail you’ve had?
I once tried to make a stuffed rabbit from a pattern. When it was done, my grandma asked me why I made a long legged grasshopper.
Where do you get your materials from?
I work very hard to use materials that are natural, recycled, or upcycled so I find myself ordering stuff from all over the world. However, I am fortunate because I have teamed with a local university to obtain some really …

Dear Artists,
Spring is quickly approaching meaning hibernation season is soon over and people are going to be out and about looking for things to do. We are excited to announce a brand new series of craft shows this summer! Paste and The Soulard Business Association are proud to present The Soulard Market Park Arts and Crafts Fair. An event featuring local artists as well as street performers, food vendors and live music. There are three event dates May 15, June 19, and July 17. The fair will take place in …

Ever since opening the doors to Paste we have been passionate about helping to build the independent local business community in St. Louis. I always knew the importance of buying locally but truthfully I have to admit there were times when convenience won out. I’ve spent the last few months slowing down a bit and taking the time to visit and support local stores. It is amazing how many great local businesses there are in this city. Most of us choose to live in a city because of the diversity …

Well… exciting news after sad news.  If you bear with me for the sad news I promise a happy ending!  A few weeks ago City Art Supply located on Cherokee closed their doors.  As a local business owner it is always a little disheartening to hear of other businesses shutting down.  It also proves that St. Louis still has a ways to go in our efforts to shop locally.  But as they say, when a door closes another one opens and this story ends no differently.
We are teaming …

Paste is super excited to be hosting the Soulard Mardi Gras poster contest this year!  All of the fun details are listed below.  There is a super sweet cash prize along with a few other goodies to win!  I can’t wait to see what you come up with.  Also make sure to stop by on Friday November 13th-Friday November 20 by 2:00 pm  to vote on the posters.
2010 Soulard Mardi Gras Poster Contest
Sponsored by the Soulard Business Association, Mardi Gras, Inc., soulardframery.com and Paste
This year’s parade theme:
“Soulard Mardi Gras Celebrates Famous couples”
Official …

Ugh!  Where to begin?  I think I reached the end of the internet trying to find a good description of Tim Holtz’s products to feature on the site.  Not a single one of them seemed to do these awesome supplies any justice!  When I began ordering for the store these were suggested to me by a friend and I became instantly obsessed!  I think what draws me in the most is how versatile the products are.  They aren’t just used for stamping or scrap booking.   There are endless possibilities!  …