 A thank you note should be sent as soon as possible after a gift arrives. It lets the giver know that you received the package, and that the item wasn’t mis-delivered or lost in the mail. Traditional etiquette dictates that thank you notes be sent within two to three weeks after receiving a gift, eight weeks at the absolute maximum. It is also a good idea to take your completed notes to the post office rather than dropping them in a mailbox.
Below are a few tips on how to write an acceptable and meaningful thank you note:
- Write legibly. If you plan a schedule for writing thank you notes, you may prevent having to write too many in one sitting. This will guarantee your penmanship be in top form for every note.
- Never type. Thank you notes should always be handwritten.
- Use a good pen. Make sure you use a pen that doesn’t smear. You should use black or dark blue ink, whichever looks better with your paper.
- Mention the gift. If you don’t mention the gift, the giver may think you don’t remember what he or she gave you. Be specific. The only exception is if you have received a monetary gift. Don’t mention the amount or the form (cash, check, etc.). Simply say something along the lines of “Thank you for your generous gift; we plan to use it to purchase a refrigerator for our new home.”
- Connect yourself to the gift. Tell the giver why the present is perfect for the two of you.
- Mention how nice it was that he or she could share in your celebration. If they weren’t able to attend, tell them how much you wish they could have been there.
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