Writing Thank You Notes for Gifts

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In your thank you note, mention the gift specifically.

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Compliment the gift or gift giver.

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Include the gift occasion.

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Use a Thank You for the Gift Template and review example messages.

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Thank you for the birthday money. It was a very generous gift!

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Thank you for the lovely pen. It’s such a thoughtful gift. I was surprised you remembered how much I write in journals. You made my week!

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Writing Thank You Notes for Gifts

In your thank you note, mention the gift specifically.

Compliment the gift or gift giver.

Include the gift occasion.

Use a Thank You for the Gift Template and review example messages.

Thank you for the birthday money. It was a very generous gift!

Thank you for the lovely pen. It’s such a thoughtful gift. I was surprised you remembered how much I write in journals. You made my week!

Swipe Up to see the guide and 21 Examples

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