birthday cards

Reality Check

Know someone who’s turned 30 and suddenly loves birdwatching? Have they hit 40 and started spying on their neighbours? Then we have a card for them!

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Paper goods for celebrations of all sizes 💖

  • Greeting Cards

    No occasion is too small to celebrate, from messages of congratulations to your favourite pet pal's Birthday - we've got you covered.
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  • Trimmings

    Add an extra special touch to cards and gifts with stickers, gift tags and wrap - for those who believe gift giving is an art!
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  • Art Prints

    Statement wall art and gallery walls are the perfect way to add an injection of personality into your home!
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  • Sale & Seconds

    We're saying goodbye to old faves and perfectly imperfect stock that deserves a home, so grab yourself a bargain!
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"Needed a Good Luck card and so I was delighted to find one with a Penguin on for a Penguin fan! Top marks from me."

Lynne

Good Luck Penguin

For Pawrent Pals 🐶

Perfect for those who love their furry friends (maybe more than humans)

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The modest lobster

Colourful things for colourful people

Our Northamptonshire-based design studio creates paper goods and event stationery for the trinket magpies and niche-dwellers!

About Us

Meet our new arrivals!

Introducing The Modest Lobster universe's newest designs, fresh from the printer!

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