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Canary Wharf Now Open!

We’re thrilled to announce that our brand-new Postmark store is now open in Canary Wharf! Step inside to discover beautifully curated greeting cards and thoughtful gifts and stationary from some of the UK’s most talented designers.

This opening marks Postmark’s 16th store, a milestone we’re incredibly proud of. From our very first shop in Balham, 21 years ago, to now celebrating our 16th location, it’s amazing to see how far the Postmark journey has come. Our new store reflects everything we love about the Postmark shopping experience: warm welcomes, inspiring designs, and a thoughtfully curated collection that helps you celebrate every occasion, big or small.

A bit about Canary Wharf:

Canary Wharf has undergone a remarkable evolution. What began 35 years ago as a bold vision to create a striking new financial centre has transformed into so much more. Now, Canary Wharf has redefined city living, making spaces greener, business better and living more connected – a place where people, nature and business thrive together in an extraordinary environment.

Today, Canary Wharf represents a blend of London’s industrial heritage and its modern ambitions — a symbol of transformation from bustling docks to a contemporary, cosmopolitan urban centre.

What You’ll Find In-Store:

Our new Canary Wharf store is home to a carefully curated collection of greeting cards, wrap, and stationery from many different brilliant suppliers. From occasion cards to birthday and stunning art cards, you’ll find the perfect card for every occasion. As always, every design on our shelves is handpicked by our team, chosen for its quality, creativity, and originality. We’re passionate about celebrating the artistry behind great cards, and giving our customers something truly special to send and receive.


You'll find us at: Cabot Place West, London E14 4QT - opposite Zara

Opening hours: 

Monday-Friday: 8am - 8pm

Saturday: 10am - 7pm

Sunday: 10am - 5pm

Pop by to browse our new store, meet the team, and discover your next favourite card. We can’t wait to welcome you!

And if you can’t make it in person, you can always explore our full range online at https://postmarkonline.co.uk/.

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Time to get ready for Christmas!

There’s a special kind of excitement that comes with December. Even before the first advent calendar door is opened, you can feel the shift in the air. Crisp mornings, twinkling lights on neighbourhood windows, and a gentle hum of festive anticipation. Christmas is loved not just for the day itself, but for the season it brings: cosy evenings, time with friends and family, and little touches that make your home feel magical.

Postmark Richmond 

For many, December is a chance to slow down and savour moments that might otherwise pass us by. It’s the sound of children eagerly shaking advent calendars early in the morning. It’s choosing the perfect decoration for the tree,  maybe a charming new ornament or a sentimental favourite from years gone by. It’s watching someone smile as they open a handwritten card, or sharing a warm drink after a frosty winter walk.

And that’s why prepping for December is so wonderful: it lets you create a season full of joy rather than stress. Taking a little time now means you can fully embrace the magic when it arrives, from the gentle countdown to Christmas Day to the beautiful decorations that turn your home into a festive haven. Postmark’s curated collection of advent calendars, cards, and decorations can help you bring the spirit of Christmas to life in a way that feels personal, thoughtful, and beautifully made.

Make Space for Cosy Traditions:

December isn’t just about ticking things off your list, it’s also about enjoying the season. As you prep, remember to make room for cosy moments:

  • Put on a Christmas film

  • Bake something festive

  • Light your favourite candle

  • Spend an evening wrapping gifts with music playing in the background

Ready to Start Prepping for December?

Whether you’re choosing advent calendars, decorating your home, picking Christmas cards, or stocking up on wrapping essentials, Postmark’s curated festive collection has everything you need to welcome the season in style.

A little preparation now means a calmer, cosier, and more joyful Christmas later on — and who doesn’t want that?

Visit our Christmas shop now to begin your Christmas Celebrations! 

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Celebrating 21!

The 11th November is Postmark's 21st Birthday, so we have decided to celebrate all things 21 this year!


It's hard for us to believe but it's been 21 years since we opened the doors to our lovely, little greeting card shop in Balham. When we first opened the doors on that Thursday, November 11th, 2004 there was no way of knowing the road we were about to set off on. In fact, our main concern that day was whether or not anyone would come and shop with us! Luckily for us they did and they not only liked what they saw, they loved it, establishing Postmark as a real neighbourhood favourite.  

Since then, we've gone on to open an incredible 15 more Postmark retail stores, the most recent being our shiny new shop in Canary Wharf, and become an award-winning retailer winning Best UK Card Retailer at the annual RETAS - celebrating Greeting Card Retailers around the country -  an unprecedented three times!

It hasn't always been easy, there's been a lot of blood, sweat, tears over the years, but we've loved it all and are sincerely grateful to every single customer who has shopped and supported us on this journey.

As we celebrate this milestone, we thought it would be fun to look at some other things that also turned 21 this year. Turns out we're in good company! The iconic London building the Gherkin, a striking landmark in the city’s financial district, also opened in 2004. And who could forget the music of that year? Hits like Unwritten by Natasha Bedingfield and High by James Blunt.

Throughout the 21 years we have always been so proud of the wide range of birthday cards, blank cards and stationery we offer in our stores, and we are so thankful for the suppliers who have been with us since the beginning. Our first sale on that first day was for two Museums and Galleries art cards and a thank you pack by Rachel Ellen - two suppliers we still deal with today! 

In fact, looking at the suppliers of the products we sold on that first day (79 items in total!) there are some real long lasting favourites, including Cath Tate, Kiss me Kwik, U Studio and Portfolio.

We asked a few of our long standing suppliers to give their favourite memory or a message about their time working with Postmark over the years, here's what they said:

"An amazing and inspiring milestone for Mark , Leona, Emma and the rest of the Postmark Team. A continuous and steadfast beacon of card, stationery and gift amazingness across the highstreets and Transport hubs of London. The team’s passion for their brand is second to none, and it is a genuine pleasure and privilege to have been working with Postmark for all these years, as well as a fabulous personal friendship that I very much cherish.  From humble beginnings in their Balham store, to nearly 15 stores and counting is quite simply amazing. Happy Birthday Postmark, you legends x" - James Mace- Sales & Marketing Manager- The Art File

"Huge congratulations to Mark and the entire Postmark team on reaching your 21st Birthday.  Since 2004, you have exemplified what it means to be a wonderful customer, and it’s been a true pleasure working with you!  Here’s to an even more inspirational future ahead from Rachel and all the team at Rachel Ellen Designs!"

"We‘ve supplied Postmark from the early days of the Balham store in 2004. It’s been fantastic to see the growth and progress of the Postmark brand over the years. Mark and Leona have run the business so well, choosing great products, in the right locations and running the business with genuine integrity. The survival and growth of the business is no surprise to us and 21 years is a fabulous achievement, we’re sure that we’ll be toasting their success for many more years to come!” - Cath Tate Cards
Do you know someone turning 21? Check out our wide range of 21st birthday cards and other age cards on our website!

 

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What to write in a sympathy card?

Struggling to find the words to say in a sympathy card and worried you'll "get it wrong"? Don't worry, it's more common than you think!

This blog will help you with what to say, even if its just the opening sentence. Any words can really have an impact on someone grieving so your word will mean a lot.

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What to Write in a Card?

Tired of writing the same old thing inside their card? Me too!

So here's a round up of some ideas to help inspire the perfect birthday message for every age and relation.

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