Retail & Specialty Stores
Franchise ID: 81RkUoYkv49g3yrlCUVuub

The Paper Store

Gifts, Cards & Life's Celebrations

Franchise Overview

Overview

The Paper Store is one of New England’s largest family-owned and operated specialty retailers of gifts, cards, and fashion accessories. With decades of history and over 80 locations, they offer customers a unique shopping experience built around celebrating life's moments. Franchisees benefit from a well-loved regional brand and a curated product mix that appeals to all ages.

Key Features

The Paper Store excels in providing a wide selection of greeting cards, gifts, jewelry, fashion accessories, home décor, stationery, and seasonal merchandise. Customers value a frequently refreshed assortment that covers birthdays, weddings, holidays, and more, making these stores a go-to destination throughout the year. Franchisees can leverage established relationships with top brands such as Hallmark, Vera Bradley, and Alex and Ani.

User Experience

The store environment is welcoming and organized, fostering browsing and discovery. Shoppers enjoy attentive staff, convenient services such as complimentary gift wrapping, and easy access to exclusive promotions and loyalty programs. The Paper Store invests in community engagement and charitable initiatives, reinforcing strong customer loyalty.

Market Opportunity

With an enduring demand for specialty gifts and cards, The Paper Store franchise provides partners with an opportunity to capitalize on both peak retail periods and everyday celebratory occasions. Franchisees are supported by a robust infrastructure that includes supply chain management, marketing, and ongoing merchandising support—ensuring their business has the tools to thrive in malls, shopping plazas, and high-traffic neighborhoods.

Franchise Requirements

Initial Franchise Fee$50,000
Total Investment$350,000 - $650,000
Royalty Fee5% of gross sales
Marketing Fee1% of gross sales
Contract Term10 years, renewable
Net Worth Requirement$600,000 minimum
Liquid Capital Required$200,000 minimum
ExperienceRetail or business management experience preferred
Financial Highlights
Average Unit Volume
$1,100,000
Average Profit Margin
11-16%
Typical Break Even
18-30 months
ROI (after 3 years)
15-25% (projected after 3 years)
Quick Facts

Established

1964

Total Units

80+ locations

Headquarters

Acton, MA, USA

Staffing

10-20 employees per store

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