Newlyweds have lots for which to be thankful. As a result, they send thank you cards, and video ecards are another way to show your gratitude. Video Ecards allow you to be with your friends and family – near and far – without actually being in the same place. If you’re creative types, you and your spouse will enjoy incorporating music, moving graphics, photos, and your video clips into your thank you cards. There are virtually no limits when sending your loved ones video ecards to say thank you for all they have done for you. Here are some tips for creating video ecards that will wow your friends and family—
Choose the right type of video ecard.
There are many ways to send video ecards. You could use your camera, for example, to create a video in which you thank your loved ones and then attach that file to an e-mail. Unfortunately, some e-mail systems will file it in a spam folder, and others might not be able to handle the size of the file. Your best bet would be to turn to a video ecard distributor, of which there are all different kinds. If you want a pre-packaged video with your own personalized text, then you might consider the free video ecards of Rattlebox.com. To send one of your own video clips with a pre-packaged background for free, you can use the video ecard provider, Jalapenyo.com.
Make a video.
For those who have decided to create their own video for the video ecard, now is the time to tap into the imagination. You can just sit in front of your camera and tape yourself saying thank you. If you do, explain for what exactly you are grateful. Or you can make a video of wedding photos and music. Or you can attach video clips from the wedding itself or another wedding event, such as the rehearsal dinner or a bridal shower. Finally, you can do something completely unexpected, such as recite a poem you’ve written, act out a skit or choreographed dance, or flaunt any other artistic pursuit. You’re limited only by your creativity. Hit record and save the clip, and you’ll be all set to drop that video into video ecards.
Pay attention to details.
First and foremost, you must make sure that you're expressing the right sentiment regardless of whatever kind of video ecard you choose to send. You can add music that speaks for you or is special to your wedding guests. You could add photos that people would appreciate, personalized text, or graphics and colors that coordinate with your wedding theme. The point is to make the video ecard as personalized as possible. It should be clear that it’s coming from the two of you and will have meaning to your loved ones.
Know your audience.
Video ecards are a great way to thank people who use e-mail and understand the computer. Your nana might not appreciate a video ecard if she does not have an e-mail address or does not know how to open an attachment. If there are folks on your list of thank you card recipients, who will have a hard time actually receiving a video ecard, you could send them a traditional thank you card. To spruce it up, you could send the video on a DVD or mail a couple of photos from the wedding with your card. After all, you want to make sure all the people you love know just how thankful you are for their gifts and support during this most important time in your life.
