Often, newly married couples tend to miss out on a very special activity after the ceremonies just because it intimidates them. You guessed it right. If you have been married, or just got married, or about to get married, sometimes the thought of writing thank you note cards is somewhat intimidating.

To avoid having this problem after the wedding vows have been said and done, have yourself a plan when writing your personalized notecards. Including the writing of your thank you note cards in your wedding preparation can make life easier for you when it is time to express your gratitude for all those guests who took the time to celebrate your very special day.

When to send your note cards

The basic guideline for sending thank you note cards is generally within two weeks of receiving your gifts – if that’s possible. This is especially true for bridal showers and other pre-wedding activities.

For gifts received at the wedding reception however, the ideal time is within three months of the wedding. Avoid doing it up to a year. It will not look good to your guests, and you may not have the time anymore to sit down and write your thank you’s when the husband-and-wife routine sets in.

To make life easier, avail of pre-printed and ready-made thank you note cards available in every gift shop and bookstore. They may lack the distinctness of personalized notecards. Nevertheless, you will not have the hassle of writing and designing your own cards when you get overwhelmed after the ceremony. However, you need to send a handwritten note as soon as you are able to convey to your guests how much you appreciate their gifts.

Some more tips and suggestions

1- Thank you notes are made by one person and that person signs it.

2- When sending pre-printed cards, make sure to follow up with a handwritten note as soon as you are able, to let your guests know how much you appreciate their gifts.

3- Each gift should have a thank you note. It does not matter if the giver is just one person. You have to send a thank you card for every occasion that the person sent a gift.

4- Avoid using color pens for your personalized notecards. Black or dark blue ink is more proper, in addition to the fact that they are more readable and legible.

5- Always name each gift in your personal note card.

6- And always write your notes in a friendly manner. It would be appreciated more if you directly say what you feel as if you are just talking to the giver in person.