Express Your Gratitude with These Virtual Thank You Cards
Whether someone’s sent you a beautiful gift or they’ve helped you with a project, it’s always kind to send them a message of gratitude. And no matter the reason or the distance, a virtual thank you card is the perfect way to do it.
In this guide, we’ll take you through when to send a thank you card, what to write inside, and how you can send your own virtual thank you cards in a simple and affordable way. We’ll also share a few of our favorite designs to get you feeling inspired.
When to Send a Virtual Thank You Card
You can send a thank you card or note any time you like, but there are some occasions where it’s good etiquette to send one. Events like weddings, baby showers, and bridal showers are all moments that call for a message of thanks from the guest of honor.
In addition to these big life moments, feel free to send a thank you note whenever you want to. Send a thank you ecard to the friend that helped you plan your bachelorette party, to everyone that attended your Hanukkah celebration, or to a much-loved educator for Teacher Appreciation Week. With digital thank you cards, it’s easier than ever to express your gratitude any time you feel called to.
How to Create Your Own Virtual Thank You Cards
Once you know you want to send a thank you note, making one is easy! At Greenvelope, you can turn your idea into reality in moments, thanks to a simple online process. Here’s how to create and personalize your own custom thank you cards.
1. Find a Matching Card Design
Design: Signature Greenvelope
Start by finding a thank you card design that feels like a good match for the occasion, the recipient’s style, and your own personal taste. Greenvelope has a wonderful library of thank you card designs to choose from, so there’s something for everyone — including this flower bouquet card.
You also don’t have to stick to just thank you card designs. Our templates are so easy to customize, so you can feel free to explore other types of greeting cards on our site — like birthday cards or new year cards. You can even upload your own design if you have something already made.
2. Customize Your Virtual Thank You Card
Once you’ve found a design you’re happy with, it’s time to make it feel more personal. Within our editor, you can choose the color palette you like best, experiment with different fonts and font colors, and move layout elements around to create your own masterpiece. Use these design elements to transform the card template into something that feels like it was designed with the recipient in mind.
3. Add Your Own Thoughtful Message
Another way to make your virtual thank you card feel extra special is to include your own personal message. You could stick with a simple “thanks!” or a traditional “I’m grateful for your support,” but there are also so many other ways to share your appreciation.
If you can’t find the right words, don’t worry — we have a section below with some great wording ideas to help you out. You can also save your design and come back to it later on once you’ve found the best way to say thank you.
In addition to a thank you card message, if you’re based in the U.S., you can include a digital gift card. This is a lovely way to show your appreciation.
4. Send or Schedule the Card
When you’re happy with the design and wording, it’s time to send the card on its way to your recipient. At Greenvelope, we cater to both the planners and the last-minute folk, so you’ll be pleased to know you can either send your card right away or schedule it for the perfect moment.
Upload your recipient’s contact details, select whether to send an email or text message card (or both!) and either schedule for a date and time in the future or release your thank you note right away.
What to Say Inside a Virtual Thank You Card
Your thank you card message doesn’t have to be long and fancy. In fact, the simplest of messages might be all you need to get your thoughts and feelings across.
If you’re not sure where to start, here are a handful of special thank you card message ideas to inspire you:
- Thank you so much for everything!
- I’m grateful for your support through this difficult time.
- Thanks so much for your help with my job search. I’m delighted to say I got the job!
- Thank you for always being there for me.
- Words can’t describe how lucky I am to have you in my life. Thank you!
- Thank you for helping me move. I can’t wait to invite you to my housewarming party!
- I’m so thankful that we’re friends. BFFs forever!
- I’m always grateful for your kind words and for being my biggest cheerleader.
- Thank you for helping me with my work!
- Thank you for showing me that there’s plenty of love and support out there in the world.
- I’m grateful for your presence in my life.
- Thanks for always showing up to my performances and cheering me on.
- Thank you for being one of the best people I know.
Feel free to use these thank you card ideas as they are or customize them, then write them inside a paper card or digital greeting card. You can also share them on social media, in a friendly email to a loved one, or on a gift tag.
7 Beautiful Virtual Thank You Card Ideas
Looking for the ideal digital card to pair with your message of thanks? We have something for everyone at Greenvelope, and here are just some of our most-loved designs.
1. Blooming with Gratitude Card
Design: Signature Greenvelope
Express your gratitude with this flower truck design. The sweet pastel tones, floral elements, and watercolor-feel make this design a great match for any moment of thanks.
2. Made My Day Card
Design: Signature Greenvelope
We love the bold and bright colors on this playful text-based card. All the color mixes feel vibrant and fresh, and the wording on the front is suitable for any occasion. There’s also plenty of space on the reverse for your thank you message.
3. Classic Thanks Card
Design: Signature Greenvelope
Looking for something simple? This minimalist thank you card works well if you want a design that’s not floral, fussy, or too bright. With a clear and crisp design, all the focus is on your message of thanks on the reverse.
4. Big Time Card
Design: Signature Greenvelope
If you’re writing to thank someone for helping you with a work project, moving, or another big task, this simple typographic thank you card is our top pick. There are a handful of retro color combinations, or our design team can add your own color choices instead.
5. A Whole Lot of Thanks Card
Design: Signature Greenvelope
This multilingual thank you card is a sweet idea if the recipient speaks one or more of the languages on the front cover. It’s also a great option for thanking a language teacher or someone you’ve met on your travels around the world.
6. Shape Minds Card
Design: Signature Greenvelope
Looking for a teacher appreciation card? This thoughtful message card is a wonderful way to express your gratitude, and there’s also space on the reverse for a personal message too.
7. Vintage Stickers Card
Design: Signature Greenvelope
For a fun and lively way to thank someone, this sticker-themed card is a great choice. The design gives off a carefree vintage vibe — perfect if you want to thank a bestie for their support with any life moment.
Express Your Gratitude with a Virtual Thank You Card
When someone’s helped you out or given you an amazing gift, it’s the perfect moment to show your appreciation and say thank you. Use the above guide to help you design and personalize a wonderful thank you card for someone special.
As you plan your thank you note messages out, explore our collection of thank you cards to find the best match. With the right message and a beautifully designed card, your recipient is sure to feel incredible when they open up their email.
