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If you’re stressing over what to write inside a wedding card you’re not alone. After all, cards are a big deal at a wedding! Here’s how to write an awesome wedding card message that will really mean something to the happy couple.
Let’s do a really quick brainstorm together. When you think of what’s written inside of a wedding card, what immediately comes to mind? Between the message written down and the one printed on the card… did you come up with some one-liners like, “congratulations,” “best wishes,” and “here’s to many happy years”? Yup. Stock. Boring. They can be read in two seconds.
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Let’s fix that, shall we?
If you have ever wondered how to write a wedding card, you are in the right spot!
Some of the best things that my spouse and I received for our wedding were the messages that people took the time to write in the cards. I wholeheartedly encourage you to take the extra 5 minutes and give that message. Regardless of whether or not you can afford to give a gift, you can take the time and effort to give a really nice card. If you are, in fact, giving a monetary gift, read up on these key tips for giving cash wedding gifts.
How to Write a Wedding Card
Step One: Get a nice card. I like to get them from my local gift shop or the letterpress shop. You could always order a few cute wedding cards from Amazon, so you have a stash handy.
Step Two: Do not think of this as a card, think of it as a letter. That will help you get some ideas going and make the task a little bit easier.
Step Three: Write something that you actually mean, not that you don’t sincerely mean best wishes for the future, but try to customize it a little bit more.
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What to Write Inside a Wedding Card
Here are some thoughts to get you started on writing the most memorable and valued card in the pile ;-)
Thoughtful Messages
- What would you say if you were the maid of honour or the best man?
- Tell the story of how you met your friend(s).
- Tell the story of the first time you met your friend’s new spouse.
- Remind the couple of a good time that you had together, or that really deep conversation around the campfire one night.
- Tell your friend(s) that you really appreciate their friendship and are glad that you know each other.
- A thank-you for being able to attend and share in their special day.
- A heartfelt wish for the future makes a good sign off, such as the standard lines we brainstormed earlier.
- quote or verse about marriage. Here are some quotes and here are some more.
Advice for the New Couple
- A bit of advice that you have received in the past about marriage/relationships and wish to pass on.
- An instruction to do what they wish with your cash gift.
- A wish that they enjoy the X that you gave them. This can be very helpful if cards and gifts are separated, or if gifts are delivered with missing information. Putting a gift receipt in your card can also be extremely handy!
- A suggestion for a family tradition to start, or one that your family has that you recommend.
Fun and Funny Ideas
- Remind the couple of a funny story that involves all of you (or at the very least the person you are closest with).
- Warn the new spouse about a funny quirk the other one had when you were kids, when you were roommates, when you were in class, etc.
- A joke about relationships, but make sure that it won’t offend the couple.
- Draw a picture. If you have a kid, have them draw a picture. Use crayons, draw stick figures, whatever.
- If you’re feeling sassy, you can generously offer to accept re-gifts of any spare toasters or croc pots.
What Not to Write in a Wedding Card
- Comments about potential offspring, unless you know that someone is dying to have kids. Many people are sick of being asked about babies at this point.
- Stories that are too inappropriate for others to read – grandma or mom and dad might also read these cards!
- Cards that are only directed at one half of the couple – you’re celebrating the joining of both of them!
- Mentioning the exes of either half of the couple. (Thanks to Love to Know for that one.)
- Just signing your name.
Now, if you do a few of the above and none of the “Things to Avoid,” you can give yourself a pat on the back. You will have written one of the best wedding cards that the couple receives. Congratulations. (See what I did there?)
PS – Also write something in the guest book. Chances are good someone spent a lot of time thinking about the design of the guest book.