Miss You Cards

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    A miss you card is a type of greeting card used to show someone special just how much they mean to you and how much their absence has an effect on you. When you haven't seen a friend or family member in a while, an I miss you card sincerely expresses a desire to see them again, or can simply let a person know you're thinking of them. I will miss you cards point to an upcoming departure—yours or theirs. These cards let a friend or loved one know that your separation might not be easy for you, but you wish them well.

    Whether it's a few sentimental words to a loved one or a humorous miss you card to cheer up an old friend, miss you cards send a clear message of your fondness for the person and their importance in your life.


    Shops on Etsy make miss you cards in a number of formats, from the classic folded card to a simple and sweet I miss you postcard with a tender message on the front. A pop-up miss you card is a fun way to express your feelings.


    If you want to create your own card, shops on Etsy also offer a wide selection of DIY card-making kits that let you convey how much you miss them in your own unique way.

    When you really miss someone, you can't go wrong speaking from the heart. If words don't come easy, here are some ideas to inspire you to create your own message:


    After your initial salutation, try leading with the main point of your message. Lead-ins like these get straight to the heart of the matter:


    • "I've been missing you."
    • "It's been too long."
    • "We're going to miss you when you're gone."
    • "I wish you weren't going away."


    Follow up with how the person has impacted you. Here's a little help if you need it:


    • "You've made such a difference in my life."
    • "The time we've spent together has been nothing short of amazing."
    • "I've never met anyone else like you."
    • "We consider you a part of the family."


    End with a tender sentiment or an amusing quip, such as one of these phrases:


    • "Things just aren't the same / Won't be the same without you."
    • "I hope I can see you again soon."
    • "May your doorknobs never stick."
    • "You'll be back. You can't live without me."