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Cookies By Design
Cookie bouquets and cookie gifts
Create bouquets that can be eaten. For more than 25 years, Cookies by Design has provided, in the company’s words, “edible custom cookie arrangements, birthday gift baskets, classic cookie baskets, cookie cakes, and cookie bouquets filled with delicious hand-decorated cookies.” The products can be customized for all occasions and personalized with a name or a message. Franchisees have access to the company’s recipes and cookie designs as well as training at Cookie College in production, marketing, and operations. Cookies by Design also offers startup and ongoing support, which includes assistance with store site selection and architecture, management, purchasing/inventory, and marketing.
Cookies By Design
1865 Summit Avenue
Plano, TX 75094
972-398-9536
Fast Facts
| Year established | 1983 |
| Franchising since | 1985 |
| Can be run from home? | No |
| Number of employees needed | 5 |
| Item 19 Financial Performance Representation? | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased in U.S. | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased outside U.S. | |
| % of franchisees who own multiple units | 1% |
| Absentee ownership allowed? | Yes |
Franchise Unit Growth Rate
| Year | U.S. Franchises |
Non-U.S. Franchises |
Company-Owned Locations |
| 2011 | 118 | 0 | 1 |
Expanding in These Locations
United States
Costs
| Total Investment | $111,500 - $187,500 |
| Franchise Fee | $30,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 6% |
Financial Requirements
| Net Worth | $50,000 |
| Liquid Capital | $30,000 |
Franchisee Qualifications
Experience baking and decorating
High school education and work experience
Must operate in an area of 250,000 minimum population
Financing
| Does franchisor offer financing? | No |
| Is franchisor on the SBA's Franchise Registry? | No |
| Is franchisor a member of the IFA's VetFran program? | No |
Cookies By Design
1865 Summit Avenue
Plano, TX 75094
972-398-9536
