When should you send thank you cards

Send thank-you cards within two weeks of the event. Mention the specific gift or help, keep it to three or four sentences, and hand-write the name even when the message is printed. Late is far better than never, but after a month the note reads as an afterthought.

Are thank you texts acceptable?

For casual parties, yes. For weddings and showers, a card is still expected because gifts are larger and often shipped, and a text message is hard to keep.

Who should receive a thank you card?

Anyone who gave a gift, helped set up or travelled far. Add suppliers only if they went beyond the agreed service.

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What should a party thank you note say

Name the gift, say how it will be used and close with a personal line. Three sentences is enough : ‘Thank you for the serving dish we used it for the cake and it will be out every birthday.

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When does a party need place cards or table numbers

Use place cards whenever more than 12 guests sit for a plated meal or when dietary requirements vary, and add table numbers once you pass three tables. For casual buffets, food-label tent cards on the buffet line matter far more than assigned seats.

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What should a party invitation include

Every invitation needs who, what, when, where, RSVP and a dress or gift note . Add the theme so guests can dress to it, and set an RSVP date at least five days before the party so you can finalise numbers.

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What should a child’s birthday invitation say

A child’s invitation needs the child’s name and age, date, start and finish times, address, RSVP contact and whether parents should stay . Adding a drop-off and pick-up time is the single detail parents most often have to chase.

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Frequently asked questions

When should you send thank you cards

Send thank-you cards within two weeks of the event.

Are thank you texts acceptable?

For casual parties, yes.

Who should receive a thank you card?

Anyone who gave a gift, helped set up or travelled far.

What should a party thank you note say

Name the gift, say how it will be used and close with a personal line.

Read next: cards & invitations buying guide · cards & invitations category · party thank you notes · place cards and table numbers · party invitations · birthday invitations.

Written by the Jofete Team — practical party planning ideas, product guides and celebration inspiration from Jofete. Last updated: November 05, 2026.

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