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- Wedding Ideas & Advice for the Couple, Wedding Party and Guests
Thank You Notes: The Art of Showing Appreciation
| One of the best aspects of getting married (besides committing yourself to a lifetime of love) is receiving gifts. From money to crystal to china, many couples receive beautiful - and often expensive - gifts from well-wishers. To be a gracious gift recipient, a timely thank you note must be sent to your gift-giver. Here’s a guide to sending a proper thank you note. |
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Before Wedding - If you receive a gift before your wedding, a thank you note should be sent as soon as possible, typically within two weeks of receiving the gift. |
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After Wedding - If you receive a gift after your wedding, you have within a month to respond with a note (especially if you were away on a honeymoon). |
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Pace Yourself - Don’t try to do 175 thank you notes all at once. Split the responsibility with your mate and do ten or so every evening. |
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Stay Organized - Keep a list of who has sent you a gift, what they’ve sent, when you’ve received it, and when you have sent the thank you note. |
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Handwritten is a Must - Not only does a note have to be handwritten, it must be written legibly. No cross-outs allowed! |
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Sincere Thanks - Remember to keep your notes warm and personal, by using humor and detailed thoughts. |
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Mention the Gift - Writing “Dear Aunt Edna, We loved the present you sent us. Thanks a bunch!” won’t cut it. Make reference to the gift the person sent, why you love it (even if you don’t), and how you plan on using it. If the gift was a blender, say something like “Thanks for the blender, we will think of you every time we make our special Strawberry Banana Shakes.” If the gift was money, say something like “Thank you for your generous gift. We plan on saving it for a down payment on a new apartment.” |
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Returned Gifts - Don’t mention if you plan to return a gift. Keep these details to yourself. If a gift arrived damaged, contact the store and make arrangements for a replacement. |
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Thank Your Guest - In addition to thanking the person for the gift, thank the person for attending your wedding. If they couldn’t attend, tell them you understand they couldn’t make it, but you wish they could have joined your celebration. |
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Paper Colors - Traditionally, white or ivory were the color of choice. Today, couples are using other soft colors like gray or blue. |
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Paper Stock - Choose a paper that is around 28-30 lbs. Folded notes give more room to write than a message card. |
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Print Before You Marry - It’s a good idea to order thank-you cards when you order your wedding invitations. It not only gets the job out of the way, but your printer may also be able to offer you a discount. |
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Customized Printing - Have your names engraved or printed at the top. If you plan on changing your name, incorporate that into the card. Or, if you prefer a more informal approach, use just your first names. Also, include your return address on a matching envelope. |
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Stamps - Send your note off with a pretty postage stamp for a more stylish presentation. |
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Pens - Use a good black or blue pen to give your note a clean, respectful look. |
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Photos - Send a wedding photo as a memento of your special day. |
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| Writing notes should be a fun activity. After all, notes are an expression of thanks to people who care enough to send you something special. Enjoy the process! |
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