MEET OUR MAKERS: E. FRANCES

MEET OUR MAKERS: E. FRANCES

E. Frances Paper is a family-founded brand that creates charming, high-quality paper goods inspired by art, nostalgia, and joy. Established by two sisters and their cousin, the company is named after their grandmothers, Elizabeth and Frances. They prioritize exceptional craftsmanship and heartfelt messaging, aiming to spread positivity and delight through their products. Learn more about their story and offerings at E. Frances Paper.
Forest & Field:
What is E. Frances?
E. Frances:
We are a positive paper goods company that creates meaningful, personal connections by expressing love, gratitude, and kindness. Our goal is to provide pure customer delight to everyone, aged 1 to 101, so we can all send more love.
Forest & Field:
How does E. Frances Paper aim to create a positive experience for its customers through its products and messaging?
E. Frances:
We strive to make all of our products remarkable, both in quality and message. We feel that one of the best gifts you can give back to the world is to spread positive energy, so we hope your experience with E. Frances Paper is filled with indubitable positivity.
Forest & Field:
What’s the story behind your journey from a tiny guest room to your beloved renovated car garage in Newport, RI?
E. Frances:
We started in 2013 in Ali’s tiny guest room, and then moved through a series of hilarious offices as we grew. (The winner was definitely the storage unit with no electricity.) Now we get to go to work every day in our very own, absolutely beloved, renovated car garage in Newport, RI. It’s not just an office, it’s an insanely cool space.
Forest & Field:
What steps is E. Frances taking to address plastic waste in the industry and work toward entirely plastic-free packaging?
E. Frances:
In an industry where plastic sleeves have become the norm, we recognize our role in the plastic waste issue. At E. Frances, we're actively working to be part of the solution. Committed to reducing plastic use, our ultimate goal is to embrace entirely plastic-free packaging. Join us on this journey towards a more sustainable future and let's send more love to our planet.