Types of birthday cards

Consider the recipient’s personality and interests when choosing the type of happy birthday card you’d like to give. A jokester will chuckle over a funny birthday card and hold onto it for a good laugh. A music lover will be delighted and surprised by a musically inspired birthday card . If you’d prefer to put it in your own words, work with an artist on Etsy to create a custom birthday card . Or, create a handmade birthday card from scratch with cardstock, calligraphy markers , and one of the many birthday card templates available in the small shops on Etsy.

What to write in a birthday card

You don’t need to be a wordsmith to craft a heartfelt birthday message. Here are some ideas to get you started: Refer to the relationship, interest, or history you share. For example, "You're the best [sister, friend, boss]," "I hope to keep seeing you on leg day at the gym!" or "I can't wait til our next camping trip." Follow up your reference with a joke, if appropriate. "Those legs aren't gonna grow themselves." Or, "Let's avoid the poison ivy this time." Include a birthday wish. "Have the happiest of birthdays!" and “All the best on your birthday and in the year to come!” are simple and to the point. Sign off with another mention of your relationship. "Your [devoted employee, friend for life, loving sibling]."

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