Saying thanks

Always send thank-you notes within three weeks of receiving a gift. Never wait longer! It tells your families and friends how much you appreciate them and the gift they gave you. And always hand-write them!

A proper note thanking someone for a gift reads like this:

Dear Sally,
Thank you so much for the beautiful vase, it will look so perfect on our mantle in the new house. It was great to see you at the wedding, we hope you had as much fun as we did!
Much love,
Nicole & Justin

Thanking someone for cash is a little bit different:

Dear Sally,
Thank you so much for your generous gift! It will go a long way in helping us save for our first home. It was great to see you at the wedding, we hope you had as much fun as we did!
Much love,
Nicole & Justin


Be sure to mention the specific gift or gifts given so your note doesn't read like a form letter. And remember - people love you enough to give you a gift, you should be gracious enough to receive it kindly.

Etsy Crush

After you have spent hours deliberating over your invitations, shouldn't you send them off in style? When your guests open their mailbox and see these beautiful envelopes, they'll know that something special is inside. Check out the amazing work done by Calligraphy by Hillary:

I love the look paired with the vintage stamps, so charming!

There are several styles of handwriting available and the turn-around time is fast. Impress your guests right from the get-go!

Etsy Crush

Check out these simple and elegant invitations from Young Wanderlust Designs:

I am in love with the minimalist design and the price! These printable invites are easy on the budget and are sure to wow your guests.