How to Create Your Own Thank You Cards for Your Wedding

One of the most important elements of your special day is the thank you cards that you send out to the loved ones that helped you celebrate your union. There are many ways to make a wonderful statement of how much you appreciate their gifts and support. With so many resources out there, it’s never been easier to create your own thank you cards for your wedding.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Internet access
• computer

1. Sit down with your new spouse and toss around a few ideas. Discuss what you’d like the thank you cards to say, and if you would like to do something more casual or more formal. Generally, a created thank you card is used for a less formal wedding, but they can also be used for formal occasions as well. It all depends on your taste and what each of your families would most enjoy getting.

2. Make a list of your ideas and try to find a middle ground. Consider what etiquette dictates is required for any thank you card. Consult an etiquette Web site or book for ideas.

3. Take a look online to see what stationery Web sites have to offer. Use your favorite search engine to get a list of sites. Use “make your own thank you cards” as your search criteria. Many stationery sites have options that allow you to create your own cards for any occasion, and you have the benefit of having several pre-loaded text and design options.

4. Take notes on the sites that you visit. Keep in mind that to go in and create your own card will usually require registration on the site. Your best bet is to use the sites to get ideas first and then decide on one of them later on once you know what you want to do.

5. Visit your local stationery store to see what they have to offer. Consult with a salesperson to kick around your ideas. They can make recommendations and suggest options that you may not have thought of on your own. Many local stationers also have software available that you can use to custom design your thank you cards.

6. With the information that you’ve gathered, and using either the online software or your local stationer’s services, work together to create a personal thank you card that makes a statement of who you are and expresses the joy that you’ve shared with family and friends!

Tips & Warnings

• Most stationery Web sites are pretty good about establishing standard guidelines for thank you cards and the software available is pretty easy to use. There are even sites that allow you to ask a bridal consultant for ideas. This is very helpful in figuring out what proper etiquette is needed for creating your cards.
• Relax and have fun with it. This is the final gesture that you make for your wedding, and it should be one of the most memorable. It’s a great opportunity for the newlywed couple to impress on their family and friends just how much they appreciate their support and love.
• Make sure that you are dealing with a reputable online stationer. Stick to well-known names and carefully review the sites policy for returns and reprints. Also, make sure that there is no proprietary clause in the online or in-store contract that would prevent you from retaining control over your design.
• Whether you use an online store or a local stationer, make sure that they provide a preview of your design before you are obligated to buy. Any trustworthy stationer will be happy to subject their work to your approval, and won’t make you buy before you are completely satisfied.