We understand writing notes after your wedding can be a daunting and tedious task, but we assure you it isn’t as difficult or boring as it may seem. A well-written thank-you card shows your guests that you appreciate them. This small gesture goes a long way – trust us. Writing these letters can also be fun if you incorporate fun stationery, a pretty pen with colorful ink, or even add your own personal touch with playful stickers. Plus, once you get these letters written and give yourself a check off the big to-do, we can guarantee you are going to feel less stressed, accomplished and most importantly, happy! Read on for our top tips and tricks for sending out wedding thank you cards.
When to Send Thank You Cards
With all the festivities of your wedding coming to an end, it is important to send your thank-you cards in a timely manner. The general best practice is to send within 3 months of your wedding. If you receive any gifts before your wedding, you may aim for 2-3 weeks after the gift is received, but it’s completely fine if you send all thank-you notes at one time. It’s acceptable to take up to 6 months, and in general, late is better than never to express your appreciation!
What to Write in a Thank You Note
First and foremost, all thank you notes following your wedding should be handwritten. A handwritten note shows your guests you are thankful for them and that you personally took the time to express your gratitude. Secondly, when it comes to writing a note, there are a few things all of you are going to want to include. This includes expressing your appreciation for the gift or suggesting how you are going to spend the money they sent. If given money, you may choose to include the amount in your note. If given a gift, be specific about what it is. Thank them for the waffle irons, serving platters, endless champagne flutes, etc. Keep your notes short and sweet. It’s really that easy!
Who to Send Wedding Thank You Cards To
When you’re drafting your recipient list, consider the following people:
- Anyone who gave a gift (monetary or physical)
- Attended the wedding – Note that this is optional, but polite. Thank them for coming to the wedding and express how meaningful it was to have them part of your special day.
- Attended a shower or party in your honor
- Hosted an event in your honor
- Vendors who contributed their time and talent to your wedding day
What Type of Stationery to Use for Thank You Notes
When it came to planning your wedding, we are confident you selected a theme, color palette or a signature detail to incorporate throughout your big day. You may wish to carry this theme over into the stationery you choose for writing all your thank-you notes! Consider asking your invitation designer to create thank you cards that coordinate with your original paperie! If you had a garden party soiree, try picking stationery that features floral illustration or colors that follow suit. Or if you did a butterfly-inspired celebration, find stationery that highlights that unique detail. The options are endless.
You may also consider ordering custom stationery with your new monogram, or incorporating one or more of your wedding photos into the design!
Make it a Team Effort
No matter if your wedding is large or intimate, there are going to be a lot of thank-you notes that need to be addressed and written. Plus, if you are following our guidelines above, you are going to want to get your cards out in a timely manner. Our biggest advice is don’t be afraid to share the work with your partner. Divvy up the notes based on who knows which guests better! By doing this, you can work together without overburdening either of you with this important task. You can make it fun, too, by playing music or by rewarding yourself with a fun date for both of you once all the notes are complete. Trust us, it doesn’t have to be all boring!
