Who knew graduating could be so much work! (kidding, kinda). With all of the gracious gifts from friends and family that are received around graduation time, it's so very important to remember to send a thank-you back to each and every person that sent you a present. Whether it was a physical gift, money, or a simple card, taking a few moments each day to hand-write a thank-you goes above and beyond.
Stationary is one of my favorite things to shop for. From traditional ivory-embossed monogrammed fold over cards to spunky cards with cute messages I am (only slightly) embarrassed by the amount of cards and matching envelopes that occupy my desk. For thank-you notes I tend to stick to the fold over notes pictured above. I'm all about being traditional and nothing shows that more than an elegant monogram.
The way an envelope is addressed is just as important as the content inside of the letter. Although you may be writing to your very best friend, it's important to be proper when addressing the envelope.
Couple: Mr. and Mrs. Husband's Name
Family: Mr. and Mrs. Husband's Name and Family | The Last Name Family (slightly more casual)
Single: Miss*/Ms./Mr. First and Last Name
*Miss is typically used for girls under 18
Another important aspect to the note is your handwriting. There is no point in writing a note that no one can read, so be sure to keep it neat. Despite the pink pen shown in the picture above, thank-you notes should be written in blue or black ink. Traditionally, they are written in cursive, but I don't see a problem with printing...as long as it's not to your grandmother or great aunt!
So what are you supposed to say in a thank-you letter? Well, the content isn't to difficult to come up with! Here's an example:
The way an envelope is addressed is just as important as the content inside of the letter. Although you may be writing to your very best friend, it's important to be proper when addressing the envelope.
Couple: Mr. and Mrs. Husband's Name
Family: Mr. and Mrs. Husband's Name and Family | The Last Name Family (slightly more casual)
Single: Miss*/Ms./Mr. First and Last Name
*Miss is typically used for girls under 18
Another important aspect to the note is your handwriting. There is no point in writing a note that no one can read, so be sure to keep it neat. Despite the pink pen shown in the picture above, thank-you notes should be written in blue or black ink. Traditionally, they are written in cursive, but I don't see a problem with printing...as long as it's not to your grandmother or great aunt!
So what are you supposed to say in a thank-you letter? Well, the content isn't to difficult to come up with! Here's an example:
Dear Uncle Pam and Aunt Bob,
Thank you so very much for the Keurig coffee maker and drawer. They are perfect
and will keep me caffeinated as well as organized in my dorm next fall.
It was so great seeing you two at the beach last weekend, I wish we were able to get
up there more often. Hopefully you'll be able to visit us soon!
Thank you again for the Keurig, it will be so useful as I venture into my college years.
Love,
Julia
Thank you so very much for the Keurig coffee maker and drawer. They are perfect
and will keep me caffeinated as well as organized in my dorm next fall.
It was so great seeing you two at the beach last weekend, I wish we were able to get
up there more often. Hopefully you'll be able to visit us soon!
Thank you again for the Keurig, it will be so useful as I venture into my college years.
Love,
Julia
Now you're just left with the closing. This is where you typically have a bit more freedom. You can use: love, best wishes, sincerely, thanks again, hope to see you soon, etc.
Need more Pinspiration? Follow my Stationary Board on Pinterest (jcachickadee) for cute stationary and etiquette ideas!
