When To Send Out Thank You Cards

Your wedding day is a whirlwind of joy, love, and celebration. Amidst the festivities, it’s easy to get caught up in the moment and overlook the small details.

One of the most important post-wedding tasks is sending thank you cards to your guests and wedding party. It’s a simple yet meaningful way to express your gratitude for their presence, gifts, well wishes and involvement in your special day. But when is the right time to send these cards?

The Ideal Timeline

While there’s no rigid rule, aiming to send your thank you cards within 1-2 weeks after your wedding is a good guideline in my opinion. This timely gesture demonstrates your sincerity and consideration for your guests and wedding party.

Why So Soon?

• Fresh in the Mind: Sending cards promptly while the wedding is still fresh in everyone’s minds reinforces your appreciation.
• Efficient and Organised: Tackling thank you cards early prevents them from piling up and becoming a stressful task.
• Polite and Considerate: Timely thank you cards show your good manners and respect for your guests.

Balancing Timeliness and Personalisation

While promptness is important, it’s equally crucial to personalise each thank you card. Take the time to write a heartfelt message, referencing a specific memory or gift. This adds a personal touch that makes your gratitude even more meaningful.

Addressing Late Arrivals

If you receive gifts or well wishes after the initial wave of thank you cards, don’t worry! It’s perfectly acceptable to send a belated thank you card. A simple, sincere message acknowledging their late gift or message is all that’s needed.

The Art of the Thank You Card

• Personalisation: Address each card to the specific guest or couple, and mention a particular memory or gift you appreciated.
• In-keeping with your wedding: Making your thank you cards in-keeping with your wedding theme is a great thing to do, as it keeps your wedding cohesive. Your wedding stationery designer will be able to do this for you.
• Heartfelt Message: A short and sweet message of thanks is all that’s necessary.
• Proofread: Double-check for any spelling or grammatical errors.
• Quality Stationery: A nice card adds a touch of elegance to your thank you, this is something that your wedding stationery designer can help with.

By following these tips, you can ensure that your wedding thank you cards are sent out in a timely and thoughtful manner, leaving a lasting impression on your guests.

Final Thoughts

Sending timely thank you cards is a cherished tradition that reinforces the bonds formed during your special day. By adhering to a 1-2 week time frame, you demonstrate your gratitude and consideration for your guests and wedding party. Remember, a heartfelt message, personalised touch, and quality stationery can elevate your thank you cards to a memorable gesture.

So, let’s make it a priority to send those thank you cards promptly. A small act of kindness can go a long way in strengthening relationships and leaving a lasting impression.

Freebie

Below is a link to my free wedding stationery timeline checklist. I believe a handy guide is always helpful when planning a wedding, especially with so much to consider.

This checklist, complete with a timeline, will give you an idea of when to send out your wedding stationery to ensure everything arrives in plenty of time.

To view more of my wedding stationery work, including thank you cards, RSVPs, save the dates, invitations, seating plans, welcome signs and so much more, please take a look at my website links below, Instagram or Facebook pages, or my Pinterest page:

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If you’re interested in having wedding stationery, whether this be a thank you card, an invitation, a save the date, a seating plan, a timeline sign, an RSVP, or whatever you may need for your wedding day, please get in touch with me today.