The Card Shop is a small shop located in the outskirts of the Norfolk city of Norwich, which caters for a regular customer base. Co-owners Pauline Larkin and Kay Rayner share some of the top selling ranges and products in their shop.
Cute: Fudge & Friends from Jonny Javelin
“A new, bright range to us that is selling really well!”
Cute: Me To You from Carte Blanche
“Tatty Teddy was a best seller for us from the start.”
Humour: Giggles and Traces of Nuts from UKG
“Cheeky, but inoffensive humour that keeps the customers laughing.”
Traditional: Across The Board from Simon Elvin
“Suits the older generation with cost and design.”
Traditional: Across The Board from IC&G
“Continuously updated designs and titles that are constant top sellers.”
Handmade/Hand-Finished: Decoupage from Noel Tatt
“The open birthday designs continue to sell above any other range.”
Handmade/Hand-Finished: Champagne from Second Nature
“A higher priced card for a special occasion.”
Children’s: Licensed Age Cards from Danilo, Gemma, UKG and Hallmark
“People still want and are willing to pay a bit more for the licensed characters on the cards.”
Giftwrap: Flatwrap and rollwrap from Simon Elvin
“Good quality paper at a reasonable price.”