A greeting card can be a gift in itself by adding some personalization to let the recipient know it was selected with care. Use the following ideas to make a homemade or store-bought greeting card a gift in itself for a husband or wife.
Add Sincerity to the Card
Sometimes the messages on greeting cards convey the desired feeling with absolute accuracy. When this is the case it would be easy to assume that the recipient will know the gift-giver’s heart was behind the message. Instead of letting the card do the talking, however, add a message that underscores the greeting card’s printed words. Tell a wife or husband how perfect the card was or repeat the theme in a hand-written message. For example, “When I saw this card I knew it was written for you. I couldn’t express our love any better.” Adding a note that emphasizes the card’s message ensures the recipient knows the card was chosen just for him or her.
Add Thankfulness to the Greeting
Being thankful for a spouse is something that often goes unsaid after several years of marriage. Even spouses who tell each other, “I love you,” every day may neglect to just give thanks for their spouse. Use the card as an opportunity to share a thankful heart with a spouse. Try to be very specific to make the message more personal. Instead of saying, “I’m so thankful I have you in my life,” try something that speaks directly to what the partner adds to the marriage. “I’m thankful for how hard you work for our family,” can mean a lot to a husband or wife who feels like their work goes unnoticed or unappreciated.
Use a Famous Quote
Words don’t often come easy sometimes and that is when it is best to turn to the professionals. Choosing a famous quote can be a great way to add personalization to a greeting card. There are many websites like the Quotations Page or Quoteland that can search by theme. It does not have to take a long time to find a special quote but it can really add a lot to the card’s message.
The Message is the Gift
When a greeting card can’t be found that says what is necessary or time for shopping has run out, it is time to make a homemade card. Regardless of whether the card is handwritten or printed off the computer, the personal message is the gift. Start by thinking about why the card is being sent to the spouse. Is it a holiday, special anniversary or Valentine’s Day? What does the spouse need to know? Keep it simple by focusing on one or two lines that will be heartfelt and thankful. For example, “I wanted you to know on our anniversary that every year I love you more than I ever thought possible. I am so thankful for the gift of your love.” Don’t copy a message off a greeting card and don’t worry about sounding too silly or simple.
A greeting card can make a special gift for a spouse when it is personalized. Regardless of whether the card is chosen for a husband or wife, make it more meaningful by adding a handwritten note. Make homemade cards special by writing more than just “Happy Anniversary!” on the card.
For more information about gift-giving for spouses read, How to Write the Best Love Letters to a Spouse. Husbands may like to read Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Wives and wives may like Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Husbands.
Genna Cockerham - Genna Cockerham has been writing online since November 2008. She served as Marriage Feature Writer from December 2008 to February ...
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