2006-11-02 08:39:00 · 15 answers · asked by Ashley 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
If they gave you a gift, be sure to mention it in the thank you card. If they had anything especially helpful to say, or volunteered to help, thank them for what they did specifically.
2006-11-02 08:47:17 · answer #1 · answered by steve d 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Thank them for the specific gift or thing they did for you. It doesn't matter how exactly you word it, but I found that it helps if you come up with a basic thank you note, and insert the specifics accordingly. The most important thing though, is that it is hand written. I recently went to a wedding, and gave a great gift (it was a distant family member of my husband that I had never met). Anyways, the thank you note we got was a TYPED little note card in an envelope with a generic "thanks for the gift". That was super tacky. I won't bother giving a gift to these folks again for anything in the future.
2006-11-02 09:51:52 · answer #2 · answered by Stacy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
get those little blank inside thank you cards, simple, plain, elegant. Then.. hand write each thank you, mentioning the gift that was given and how lovely it is.(even if it is some hideous thing). And if it is a money gift, just say thank you and the money is very appreciated because when you first start out together, you need to get so much to make a real home.
The wedding thank you's are important. They went to the trouble of giving a gift. They really appreciate the politeness of getting a thank you card for this gift.
As you two go along, don't forget thank you cards for gifts given to the two of you. It makes the giver happy to know you appreciate their kindness.
2006-11-02 08:43:22 · answer #3 · answered by the witch 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you have the makings of an excellent TY note. My changes are mostly grammatical to avoid run-on sentences and such. I did change the wording a bit, but your wording was fine too. Keep in mind the sincerity and promptness are more important than the exact wording. John and I are so glad you could attend our wedding. You helped make it a very special day and we hope you enjoyed yourselves as much as we did. Thank you very much for your very generous gift. We put it towards our honeymoon in Tahiti [or whereever] and had a wonderful time. We greatly appreciate your generosity. Thanks again. Love, _____
2016-03-28 04:57:05 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
According to rules of etiquette, you only need to 2 or 3 sentences.
1) Thank them for the gift of (whatever it is) - but don't mention exact dollar amounts, use a phrase like, "Thank you for the gift of money," or "Thank you for the generous gift of money."
2) Let them know how you will be using the present, "We are going to buy some new furniture for our home," or "The toaster will come in very handy."
3) Tell them how much you enjoyed having them join you on your special day, or, if they weren't able to attend, how much you missed them.
Sign it with endearment, such as, With Love, Love, or Affectionately.
Get the cards out a.s.a.p. Most people expect to receive them within 2 or 3 weeks.
2006-11-02 08:52:54 · answer #5 · answered by ihavethat45 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
You would thank them for the gift that they gave you and also thank them for being with you on your special day.
I am getting married in a year and I have found a book that will help me write out thank you cards. It is called "The Bride's Thank-You Note Handbook" by Marilyn Werner. Hope this helps.
2006-11-02 10:20:58 · answer #6 · answered by Butterfly Kisses 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whatever comes from your heart should be what you write...there is no specific way to word a thank you for your guests. Tell them how special it was that they shared your day and thank them for the gift, if any was given.
2006-11-02 09:42:54 · answer #7 · answered by VAWeddingSpecialist 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There isn't a set thing..... if before you open your gifts have your MOH sit with you so she can write what each person gave you. It will be nicer if you an personalize each card, so if someone gave you money, you could say "Thank you for sharing in our special day with us and for your thoughful gift" If someone gives oyu dishes you can be more specif and say thank you for the dishes they are just what we needed.
2006-11-02 08:43:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with everyone on including the gift they gave you, especially if it's for a close friend or family member. If not, you can always say thanks for your gift. Even if a guest did not get you a gift, thank them for attending your wedding.
DOnt forget, also mention to say thanks for attending your special day and celebrating each other's love.
2006-11-02 08:53:38 · answer #9 · answered by Veronica 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thank them for the specific gift they gave you. Make a personal coment on using it or needing it something like that.
2006-11-02 08:40:50 · answer #10 · answered by Gone fishin' 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋