"Cheers", "ta", "nice one", "much obliged" – there are lots of ways of saying thanks, but finding the right one to put in a card can be tricky. That's why we've rounded up these thank you card messages to help you express your gratitude thoughtfully and sincerely.
Whether you want to say thank you to a special teacher, acknowledge someone who helped you through a difficult time, or show your appreciation for a gift or contribution to your wedding, we've got lots of ideas to fit.
Plus we have plenty of general thank yous that you can use whatever the occasion! Read on for warm-hearted thank you messages to write in a card today…
Thank you card messages
We've organised our thank you card messages into sections so you can easily find what you need. There are general thank yous for any occasion, messages for teachers and helpers, thank you note examples for wedding participants, and thoughtful ways to say thanks for a gift.
10 ways to say thank you
Keep it simple with these short and sweet ways to say thanks. You don't need a lot of words to make your message meaningful.
- You're the best! Thank you.
- Thanks for everything. With love.
- Just a little note to say a BIG thank you.
- Thanks a million.
- Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
- You're the [insert eg. bee's knees/cat's whiskers]. Thank you!
- I'm so grateful! Thank you.
- You're a star! Thanks for all you've done.
- I'm so lucky to have you. Thanks.
- What a legend! A huge thank you for everything.
Rock their world
Take your card to the next level by making it rock! Learn how to make a rocking card for an eye-catching way to say thank you.
Thank you messages for a teacher
It's not easy being a teacher, so help the kids show how much they've appreciated their help and guidance with these thank you note examples.
- Thank you for helping me grow. I've learned so much this year.
- I've loved being in your class. Thank you for being my teacher.
- Thank you for looking after me in Year [insert number]. I'll miss you in Year [insert number]!
- I've had so much fun in your class! Have a lovely summer.
- Thanks for being such a great teacher.
- Thanks for teaching me. My favourite bit of Year [insert number] was [eg. school trip, sports day etc].
- Have a great summer [insert name]. Thank you for being my teacher this year.
- Thank you for helping me [insert eg. shine/grow/bloom] this year.
- You've made learning lots of fun! Thank you for teaching me.
- Thank you for being an A++ teacher.
Saying thank you for support
What would we do without the people who support us when we need it? Say thanks for all those little acts of kindness with a handwritten card.
- Thank you so much for being there for me.
- To an awesome friend. Thanks for being there.
- Thank you for caring. It means a lot to me.
- I'm not sure what I'd do without you! Thank you for everything.
- Thank you for coming on this journey with me. I couldn't have done it without you.
- You've been my rock. Thank you for taking care of me.
- Thank you for everything you've done for me. You're a true friend.
- We all need someone to lean on, and I'm so grateful I have you.
- Thank you so very much for all that you've done.
- Just to let you know what a difference you've made. Thank you so much.
- Thank you for being there when I needed someone.
Saying thank you for a gift
Sending a personalised note is a lovely way to say thanks – so adapt these versatile greeting ideas to match the gift you've received.
- How did you know? I love it!
- You always pick the perfect gift. Thank you [insert name].
- Just what I always wanted! You're the best.
- Thanks so much for [eg. the football boots]. I can't wait to [eg. play my next game].
- Thank you for the thoughtful gift. I really appreciate it.
- You know me well! I love the [insert item], thank you.
- Thank you for thinking of me. I'm so grateful for the gift.
- What a joy to open such a lovely gift! Thank you for your kindness.
- I'm touched! Many thanks for the beautiful gift.
- You know me better than I do. What a brilliant gift – thank you!
- Your gift made my day! Thank you so much.
Wedding thank you messages
It takes a lot of people to make a wedding happen, so express your gratitude to those who helped make your big day special, and of course to your loved ones who joined the celebrations.
- Thank you for being part of our day.
- We were so grateful to have you by our side on our big day.
- Thank you for being with us on our special day.
- Your presence made our day complete! Thank you for spending it with us.
- Thank you for our wedding gift. We look forward to using it for many years to come.
- Thank you for joining us to celebrate our wedding.
- We're so grateful for your generous gift. We'll think of you every time we use it.
- Thank you for helping to make our wedding day unforgettable.
- Thanks for sharing our special day with us. We're so glad you were our [insert eg. bridesmaid, groomsman].
- Thank you for your support as we embark on this new chapter of our lives.
- It meant so much that you were at our wedding. Thank you for celebrating with us.
Thank you cards to buy
You've got the perfect message – now you need a card! Here are a few ideas to get you started…
1. Spotty thank you card
Eye-catchingly simple, this elegant 17x12cm card from Nest Gifts is printed on eco-friendly FSC-certified paper using vegetable-based inks. You can even add your message at checkout and send it directly to the recipient.
- Buy the spotty thank you card from Not on the High Street
2. Gratitude card
We can't resist a card that comes with stickers! Personalise the inside of this bold, painterly card from Central 23 with their cute and quirky sticker collection – it's sure to make the recipient smile.
- Buy the gratitude card from Amazon
3. Animal card bundle
Always have a thank you card to hand with this bundle of six designs from Emily Nash Illustration. With cats, zebras, foxes, flamingoes, tortoises and bears to choose from, this menagerie is well worth stashing in your stationery drawer.
- Buy the animal card bundle from Not on the High Street
4. Flower seed card
Send not only thanks but also the promise of flowers with LoveRusticGB's plantable card. Made from 100% pre-consumer waste cotton, this A6 card contains bee-friendly flower seeds (including poppies and daisies). Simply plant the whole card in a pot and wait for the blooms!
- Buy the flower seed card from Etsy
5. Rainbow card
Who doesn't love a rainbow? This cheerful card from Manchester Print Studio would be perfect for all sorts of occasions, and it's blank inside so you can add your own message.
- Buy the rainbow card from Amazon
Word perfect
Whatever the card and whoever it's for, we can help you decide what to write in a card with our guide.
Thank you card messages to show you care
Taking the time to craft a handwritten thank you note is a lovely way to express your gratitude. We can help you come up with meaningful words that are just right with our guide to thank you card messages. Pick your favourite, personalise it, and pen it in a beautiful card.
Can't find the perfect card? Make your own with Gathered
Make your message extra special by creating your own card to go with it. Find inspiration in our round-up of homemade thank you card ideas.
