Hummingbird greeting cards

The word Papyrus (pah·pie·rus) comes from the earliest form of paper crafted from the papyrus plant. PAPYRUS was founded in the family kitchen of Marcel and Margrit Schurman in 1950.

Inspired by a love of fine art, they had a vision for products of uncompromising quality which provided the starting point from which genuine personal connections are made. They presented their products in an inviting gallery setting to encourage engagement with the products and with a friendly helpful staff.

60 years and over 450 stores later, we are now united behind the Schurman Retail Group banner and operate multiple retail brands; PAPYRUS, NIQUEA.D, Carlton Cards Retail and American Greetings retail.

Under the leadership of Marcel’s and Margrit’s daughter, Dominique Schurman, Schurman Retail Group is charting a future shaped by modern, relevant and elegant design. Across North America, Schurman Retail Group, under its retail brands, offers an ever-expanding array of products including custom printed announcements, products for entertaining, greeting cards, gift wrap, gift bags, stationery, note cards, journals and unique gift products.

Our Beliefs

PAPYRUS believes in embracing all that life has to offer. We elevate everyday living and moments in that journey to become joyful events, visual statements and objects of beauty that convey a sense of self and punctuate the way we experience life.

The Hummingbird

Legends say that hummingbirds float free of time, carrying our hopes for love, joy and celebration. Hummingbirds open our eyes to the wonder of the world and inspire us to open our hearts to loved ones and friends. Like a hummingbird, we aspire to hover and to savor each moment as it passes, embrace all that life has to offer and to celebrate the joy of everyday. The hummingbird’s delicate grace reminds us that life is rich, beauty is everywhere, every personal connection has meaning and that laughter is life’s sweetest creation.