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Wedding Thank You E-Cards

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Electronic wedding thank you cards or e-cards are an alternative to paper cards for newlyweds looking to be green and frugal. "Given that a wedding is one of the most profound and intimate experiences a bride and groom will share with their family and friends, each aspect of the event is a reflection of their values," writes Randy Paynter, founder and CEO of Care2.com, which makes a donation to a good cause for every free e-card you send. "So, it’s no wonder that more and more couples are looking for ways to demonstrate their environmental and social values."

Here are e-card examples and e-card etiquette –

Bride and Groom’s Feet

This cute e-card by Care2.com features the lovely wedding-clad feet of the bride and groom facing one another on the big day with the words “Thank You” written in script.

Elvis Lives

This JibJab e-card has Elvis singing his thanks on behalf of you. This is right for the bride and groom who don’t take themselves – or all the wedding accoutrement –too seriously.

Flowing Wedding Bouquet

With its thrown bouquet, shower of hearts, and lavender silhouette of a bride and groom, this Care2.com card is perfect for whimsical couples. This thank you e-card offers text that is touching and expresses gratitude not only for gifts but also for “thoughtfulness and warm wishes.”

New York Butler

Your friends and family will enjoy this humorous e-card by Hallmark, which features a butler-like character speaking in a New York accent and sharing fancy lace, swirly writing, balloons, and music to show his appreciation. The card costs $.99, but you could sign up for an annual subscription, which allows you to send as many e-cards as you’d like all year long for just $9.99, said Kolell.

Musical Thank You

If you want to make more of a splash – and don’t mind a card that isn’t specifically for a wedding – this Care2.com e-card has moving messages about gratitude set to music.

Shakesperian Thank You

Theatrical couples might choose this humorous puppet, who uses modern slang in a Shakesperian tone to praise the e-card reader. You’ll have a hard time watching this JibJab thank you video without cracking a smile. Again, however, this type of thank you e-card is for those who have a sense of humor.

Fairy Dust

A fairy, replete with a glowing wand, flies around this heart-warming Care2.com e-card, which also features music. The message is extra special, so it should go to those guests who have always been there for you, perhaps the bridal party.

Flower Power

There is something about a bride and her flowers. If you would like to share a virtual flower with your guests, then this Hallmark e-card is for you. It also includes music and a moving message of thanks.

E-Card Etiquette

If you opt to send electronic wedding thank you cards, know your audience. "There are no cut-and-dry rules," says Sarah Kolell, a spokesperson for Hallmark Cards in Kansas City, Mo. Indeed, if you need to thank your grandparents for a wedding gift, and they don’t own a computer, then you might want to consider sending some paper thank you cards, too. There are some basic etiquette rules to keep in mind. Be sure to get the correct e-mail addresses for those you need to thank. Don’t just send thank you cards to those who gave you gifts but also to those who helped you, such as the limo driver who gave you an extra 30 minutes for free. Personalize your e-cards, says Kolell: "Be true to yourself and who you are."

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