Saying Thank You With Simplicity and Style

Sending a thank you note should be an easy task. Yet, when it comes to putting pen to paper, we all seem to struggle with a major case of "writer’s block" from time to time – especially when we have a large stack to write! While "writer’s block" may be a good excuse for not penning the next great American novel, it won’t hold any weight as a reason for not writing those all important thank-you notes!

Thank you writing can be an easy task, if you divide it up into six short steps. Before you start, make sure to select stationery you like. The stationery should be a texture and weight you enjoy writing on. You can give your thank you notes a stylish touch with personalized stationery with your name or monogram printed on them. Also, make sure to have your address book and postage stamps on hand.

Ready to write? The six steps are listed below. Beneath the six steps are two example thank you notes to follow that use the six steps.

Step 1-- Write your greeting.
Step 2 -- Express you thanks.
Step 3 -- Let the recipient know how you will use their gift.
Step 4 -- Refer to the past and the future.
Step 5 -- Express your thanks again.
Step 6 -- Write your salutation.

Example 1

Dear Aunt Kim (step 1),

Thank you so much for the beautiful sweater you gave me for my birthday. (Step 2). I can’t wait to wear it to school! I love that shade of blue! (Step 3). Thanks so much for celebrating my birthday with me. I look forward to seeing you again soon! (Step 4) Thanks again! (Step 5)

Love,

Kristine (Step 6)

Example 2

Dear Linda (step 1),

Thank you so much for the beautiful baby shower. (Step 2). I had such a wonderful time. Everything was amazing – the decorations, the food, the favors! I can’t wait to enjoy all of the wonderful gifts I received with our new baby! (Step 3). Thank you for being such a great friend! I can’t wait until you can meet our new little one – only three more weeks! (Step 4) Thank you again! (Step 5)

Your Friend,

Kristine (Step 6)

To sum it all up…make sure to pick stationery you love; keep your address book and postage on hand; and, follow the six steps above. You will have your thank you notes written in no time!