How to Write Thank You Notes for a Bridal Shower
Every bride who has a bridal shower should write thank you notes for the gifts she received. The thank you note shows the recipient that you appreciate the gift and the thought behind it. For gifts sent ahead of time by those who cannot attend the shower, the thank you note assures them that you did receive the gift.
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Instructions
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Buy high-quality white or ecru wedding stationary for thank you cards, as recommended by theKnot.com. When writing thank you notes before the wedding, use your maiden name and make sure any monogram on the notes themselves are for your maiden name as well, according to Emily Post.
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Collect addresses for the gift givers. Brides should ask whoever is throwing the bridal shower, whether a bridesmaid or family member, to save the list of addresses she used to send the invitations to the shower. If that is not available, many shower organizers pass around blank envelopes that go with the bride's thank you notes so each guest can address the envelopes, ensuring that the bride has everyone's correct addresses.
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Create a list of gifts and who gave them. This is done most easily at the actual shower. Have a bridesmaid or other volunteer write down who gave what gift as you open them so you don't have to try to remember afterward.
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Set up a writing area. To get as many thank you notes done in one sitting, TheKnot.com suggests setting up a comfortable area to write. Gather your stationary, envelopes, list of addresses, stamps and good quality pens (roller-ball pens work well for a lot of writing) so you have everything you need in one place.
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Write your thank you notes in a timely matter. Since bridal showers usually take place before the wedding, TheKnot.com says that the thank you notes should be sent within two weeks of the gift's receipt.
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Write a personalized message in each thank you note. Emily Post says brides should reference the gift giver and the specific gift in each note.
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Address, seal and stamp your thank you notes to mail. If you chose oversized thank you notes, make sure to check with your local post office for correct postage.
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Tips & Warnings
Keep the thank you notes positive, but do not gush too much if you don't mean it.
For gifts of money, mention how you plan to spend the money.
Do not say that you plan to return the gift or dislike it in any way.
Do not use pre-printed thank you notes or give thanks by email or phone call.
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